T-shirt Quilts and Military Uniforms

Last night I finished the quilt that I've been working on.  It's actually the first quilt that I've ever made.  I've done quite a bit of sewing.  Purses, shirts, curtains, aprons, etc... But quilts have other details that I'd never considered in my "sewing-only" projects. There is a lot of hand detail that is very time consuming! 

I've had a lot of inquiries as to how much I charge.  After much consideration, I've come to a decision. The base price for a t-shirt quilt is $15 per shirt/block plus the cost of supplies.  (And, I get to help make the final decision when it comes to the fabrics used, besides the t-shirts.)

I had, at first, wanted that to include the cost of supplies.  But, after realizing the time involved in making the quilt, and researching the variation in price of different fabrics and things, I think this is a better way.  

So, here is the finished quilt.


And here is another shot, close up, of the yarn ties that I did.


At the above quoted rate, this quilt comes to a grand total of $450.  It will fit a full-sized bed and I used 25 shirts to make the quilt top. 

My son, Allyn, asked several times if I could hurry up and finish so that we could use the blanket.  Sorry, buddy! This one's not for us. 

But it got me thinking... This would be a great project for Derick's old military uniforms.  I had hoped to make a purse with them.  My dad really wants a camouflage cover for his Bible.  (Actually, I'd like Christian to have one, too.)  But, Derick also has lots and lots of Navy T-shirts.  My boys like to wear them as pajamas.  Makes them fell a bit closer to daddy, I guess.  

A quilt would be a great way to incorporate both the uniforms and the t-shirts, in a way that the whole family can enjoy.  If I make a purse, I'm the only one that gets to carry him with me.  But, if I make a quilt, everyone gets to "snuggle with dad".  

I'm pretty pokey at sewing projects for myself.  But, I kinda think that's a curse of the profession.  I don't think I'm the only seamstress/quilter with that problem!  But this would make a really great keepsake for a military family! 

I'm leaving on Saturday to visit Derick one more time.  When I get back, I may have to start gathering his t-shirts and old uniforms.  I'm sure my little boys will be happy to keep me on task!  I can hear it now... "When are you gonna be done?" And "can we use the blanket yet?... Why not??"




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