Two Memory Quilts
Two Memory Quilts.
Memory Quilt Number 1: This quilt is the 5th that I have made for the same customer. She made 4 quilts a year ago for her children. The quilts where made from her departed husband’s clothing. See post here: https://www.dinahsquilts.com/journal/2018/10/21/memorial-quilts-from-scraps-to-treasures . This year I competed one for Christine. The clothing used in this quilt were different than in her children’s quilts. The clothing used in this quilt had a very special meaning for her. Items used: dress shirts, suits, ties, Christmas Tree skirt, bath robe, infant shirt, t-shirts, tea towels.
Memory Quilt Number 2: was made for another customer. She used her children’s clothing. The original intent was to make a memory pillow. There were so many design elements that were to stay intact that a lap quilt was made in place of the pillow. Clothing used were: hats, sweaters, blankets, pillows, onesies, receiving blankets, gloves, toys, knitted items, towels, religious memorabilia, socks, rope & some “mini” pieces of clothing. The doll is tucked away in a knitted sweater. There is a snap closure so the doll can be removed for cleaning. Back of the quilt: The snake was originally a very large pillow. I combined the front of the pillow with the back . It’s bordered with roping. Loved making both of these!
