What is a Quilt?
A quilt is composed of three distinct layers that are stitched (quilted) together to stabilize the layers. This process creates a quality product and ensures your memories will last a lifetime.
There is a difference between a T-Shirt Quilt and a T-Shirt Blanket.
T-shirt blankets are made by taking the stretchy t-shirts and attaching them to a stretchy fleece fabric for backing. There is no reinforcement to stabilize these two layers. When they are washed, the 2 layers have the tendency to shrink at different percentages, resulting in a distorted throw. They are very economical as they only take a few steps to construct, but unfortunately you will only get a few more years out of your t-shirts.
Your memories are worth more!
The Quilt Layers
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Quilt Top
The quilt top is composed of your t-shirts (with an attached stabilizer to prevent stretching) and high-quality 100% cotton fabric sashing or borders.
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Batting
The batting is the middle layer of the quilt and what makes it warm and soft. I use a high-grade bamboo (50%)/cotton (50%) blend which results in the perfect balance of durability and comfort.
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Backing
The backing of your quilt is high-quality 100% cotton fabric and in the color of your choosing.
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Quilting
The quilting is what makes your quilt a quilt. I use a specialized long-arm quilting machine to stitch the three quilt layers together.