T Shirt Quilt For Dummies

20 shirts will make a twin size quilt approx.

T shirt quilt for dummies.

Here is a list of supplies and materials you will want to have on hand before you begin making your t shirt quilt. T shirts in all shapes and sizes lightweight nonwoven fusible interfacing scissors rotary cutter ruler and mat fabric for sashing and borders as desired your favorite quilt batting. Watch this four part tutorial to learn from quilter julie hansen how to make a beautiful quilt out of old tee shirts using the t shirt memory quilt pattern by four corners design. Cut out your shirts in the correct sized quilt square you want.

12 shirts will make a throw size quilt approx. 64 x 82 4 across x 5 down 30 shirts will make a full size quilt approx. 82 x 96 5 across x 6 down. 36 shirts will make a queen size quilt approx.

For my quilt i cut six long pieces one for the top of the quilt one to go in between each row of shirts and one for the bottom. 48 x 64 3 across x 4 down. A t shirt quilt is a personal custom project based on items you already own each finished quilt will be uniquely yours and each will have its own look and flavor. Think about layout and how you want your shirts to look.

This ran the length of the entire quilt add up the length of each square plus add one inch in between each shirt. Use a piece of cardboard as your guide and trace the cardboard onto every shirt and cut them out. Take some time to plan out a design for your quilt. 96 x 96 6 across x 6 down.

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