Memory Quilts with Neckties
Even though Father’s Day is over, making quilts, pillows, and hangings of Father’s neckties might be an enjoyable way to create memories and mementoes. I saved ties that were my father’s, father-in-law’s, and uncle’s, and wondered what I’d do with them, but not wanting to throw them out.
They brought back memories of the occasions when these men wore the ties. In addition, they were colorful and made of attractive fabrics.
Then I discovered there were books with ideas and patterns for using neckties in quilts and fabric art projects. I haven’t had an opportunity yet, to try these out, but am getting many ideas.
Two of the books are Traditional Quilts from Neckties and Necktie Sampler Blocks by Janet B. Elwin.
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6 opinions for Memory Quilts with Neckties
Barbara McQuillan
Sep 14, 2007 at 1:12 pm
I am interested in finding someone who could make 3 memory pillows out of neckties from my deceased husband. I have 2 teeaged sons and each of us would like a memory pillow. Thanks.
BJ Malecha
Sep 14, 2007 at 10:23 pm
Need more information - do you want to include a photo of your husband? Do you want something fancy or just a plain striped pillow on the front with backing in velvet or corduroy or whatever? Where are you going to use these pillows? How big?
patty lairson
Mar 17, 2008 at 8:44 pm
I am looking for a person who would be interested in making a throw from neckties.
My husband is retiring and I would like to have all his ties made into a quilt/throw.
Mary Emma Allen
Jul 24, 2008 at 8:16 pm
Barbara and Patty, I’m going to toss your inquiries around in a post. Maybe some of my readers will chime in with their ideas.
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