Frequently Asked Questions
How are the Quilts Made?
Quilts are made in steps.
Step 1: All shirts will be cut into 15 inch by 15 inch squares, 16.5 by 16.5 if needed due to larger print on shirts.
Step 2: Interfacing is ironed on the back of the shirts so that they cannot stretch. You don’t want to be able to pull on your shirt and stretch it out of the quilt!
Step 3: All squares are laid out to get the best layout. The colors of the shirts, and the importance of the shirts, are the most important things in determining where the shirts will go and how the layout will be. We value your input on which shirts are most important and if you want them in a certain place on the quilt.
Step 4: The squares are then sewn together, by adding fabric between each shirt. This creates the “top” of the quilt.
Step 5: The Batting (the cushiony/fluffy part) is laid below the top of the quilt to give it a little thickness.
Step 6: The back material is placed under the batting (the fabric color you picked), so you now have the back, the batting, and the top of the quilt placed together.
Step 7: The quilt is then machine quilted to give you an extremely durable quilt. The machine sits on a 10 foot table and can move up and down the entire length of the quilt to insert the stitches and sew it together for the entire length and width of the quilt.
Quilts are made in steps.
Step 1: All shirts will be cut into 15 inch by 15 inch squares, 16.5 by 16.5 if needed due to larger print on shirts.
Step 2: Interfacing is ironed on the back of the shirts so that they cannot stretch. You don’t want to be able to pull on your shirt and stretch it out of the quilt!
Step 3: All squares are laid out to get the best layout. The colors of the shirts, and the importance of the shirts, are the most important things in determining where the shirts will go and how the layout will be. We value your input on which shirts are most important and if you want them in a certain place on the quilt.
Step 4: The squares are then sewn together, by adding fabric between each shirt. This creates the “top” of the quilt.
Step 5: The Batting (the cushiony/fluffy part) is laid below the top of the quilt to give it a little thickness.
Step 6: The back material is placed under the batting (the fabric color you picked), so you now have the back, the batting, and the top of the quilt placed together.
Step 7: The quilt is then machine quilted to give you an extremely durable quilt. The machine sits on a 10 foot table and can move up and down the entire length of the quilt to insert the stitches and sew it together for the entire length and width of the quilt.
What Shirt Material Can Be Used?
Sweatshirts, mesh, cotton, and dri-fit shirts can all be used. If you can put a needle through it, it can be used!
Sweatshirts, mesh, cotton, and dri-fit shirts can all be used. If you can put a needle through it, it can be used!
How Many Shirts Do I Need?
Keep in mind that 2 squares may come from 1 shirt. If you have something on the front and back side of a t-shirt that you would like on the quilt, both sides can be cut into 2 separate squares. If it's not obvious what side of the shirt you would like used, please write: front, back, or both sides, on the tag of the shirt.
The number of squares required to make a quilt is: 9, 12, 16, 20, 25, 30, or 36 (squares can be made from fabric if needed or by piecing things together) You need to think about your quilt in terms of your total number of squares, rather than the total number of shirts, due to backsides of shirts if applicable, piecing things together, etc. Piecing small items together to make a square will take extra time and cost extra.
You need a minimum of 5 shirts to make a t-shirt quilt. If you can provide 5 shirts, I can make 4 squares from fabric which will give you the minimum 9 squares needed. The squares I make will be from fabric colors of you choice.
Keep in mind that 2 squares may come from 1 shirt. If you have something on the front and back side of a t-shirt that you would like on the quilt, both sides can be cut into 2 separate squares. If it's not obvious what side of the shirt you would like used, please write: front, back, or both sides, on the tag of the shirt.
The number of squares required to make a quilt is: 9, 12, 16, 20, 25, 30, or 36 (squares can be made from fabric if needed or by piecing things together) You need to think about your quilt in terms of your total number of squares, rather than the total number of shirts, due to backsides of shirts if applicable, piecing things together, etc. Piecing small items together to make a square will take extra time and cost extra.
You need a minimum of 5 shirts to make a t-shirt quilt. If you can provide 5 shirts, I can make 4 squares from fabric which will give you the minimum 9 squares needed. The squares I make will be from fabric colors of you choice.
How Do I Order My Custom Quilt?
All coordination can be made through e-mailing Kentquilts@yahoo.com. We will work out the details of having your quilt made, and once I receive your shirts, your quilt will be back in the mail in as little as 2 weeks! See our Order Page for more information. Please call 315-730-3405 if you have questions!
All coordination can be made through e-mailing Kentquilts@yahoo.com. We will work out the details of having your quilt made, and once I receive your shirts, your quilt will be back in the mail in as little as 2 weeks! See our Order Page for more information. Please call 315-730-3405 if you have questions!
What is Your Turnaround Time?
Quilts can be made as quickly as needed. You should typically expect a 3-4 week turnaround, but they may be done much quicker. If this will be a gift for graduation, a birthday, or a holiday, be sure you send me the shirts with enough time to get it back to you!
Quilts can be made as quickly as needed. You should typically expect a 3-4 week turnaround, but they may be done much quicker. If this will be a gift for graduation, a birthday, or a holiday, be sure you send me the shirts with enough time to get it back to you!