Produced for Leisure Arts by The Creative Partners, Upcycle Quilts offers a collection of easy designs to make using repurposed materials. Ten projects by Linda Causee feature patchwork quilts and wall hangings using mens plaid shirts, baby clothes, market bags, doilies, vintage handkerchiefs, beach towels, sweaters, novelty socks, flannel bottle bags, and embroidered church vestments. Basic quilting instructions are included for beginners and those who need to refresh their skills. Also, tips are provided for cutting the usable fabric from garments and working with different thicknesses and types of fabric.
Learn how to upcycle them into clever quilts and wall hangings that will display memories in a whole new way. Includes creative, yet practical, tips for re-using baby clothes, dress shirts, handkerchiefs, sweaters, towels, fabric bags, embroidered panels, socks, and doilies. Finished projects range in size from 26"x 32" wall hanging to 65"x 87" quilt. Designs include: dad's shirts, beach blanket, sock crazy, totes galore, and more.
