T Shirt Quilt For Dummies

64 x 82 4 across x 5 down 30 shirts will make a full size quilt approx.

T shirt quilt for dummies.

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. 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. Supplies and tools needed 0 10. Use a piece of cardboard as your guide and trace the cardboard onto every shirt and cut them out.

I actually used two different sized squares the shirts in the 2nd and 5th row are shorter than the other rows but they are the same horizontal width. For my quilt i would have five rows with four shirts in each row. 82 x 96 5 across x 6 down. Here is a list of supplies and materials you will want to have on hand before you begin making your t shirt quilt.

Think about layout and how you want your shirts to look. 36 shirts will make a queen size quilt approx. 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. 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.

Take some time to plan out a design for your quilt. Cut out your shirts in the correct sized quilt square you want. 20 shirts will make a twin size quilt approx. Click the link above to read more detail.

96 x 96 6 across x 6 down.