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Custom Blue Jean Quilt Makers

Written by Andrea Funk | June 2024

Have Us Transform Your Old Blue Jeans into a Unique Quilt

Do you have a collection of old jeans taking up space? Or perhaps a special pair of jeans from a loved one that you can't bear to part with? At Too Cool T-shirt Quilts, we love transforming your cherished denim into beautiful, one-of-a-kind quilt.

Jeans are known for their durability and distinct textures, making them perfect for quilts that tell a story. Each pair of jeans carries its own history, from the worn-out knees to the faded pockets. By turning these jeans into a quilt, you create a functional and sentimental piece that preserves memories for years to come.

Many of our customers come to us with jeans that hold significant sentimental value. Whether it’s a collection of jeans from different stages of life or jeans from a family member who has passed away, we handle each piece with care and respect. For instance, one customer had jeans from her late father made into a quilt, preserving his memory in a tangible and comforting way.

Ways to Use Blue Jeans in Quilt

1. All Blue Jeans

2. Blue Jeans Mixed with Other Clothing

3. Blue Jeans Mixed with T-shirts

4. Blue Jeans Border

5. Blue Jean Pillow

 

Planning a T-shirt quilt?
Here are step-by-step directions for ordering your Too Cool T-shirt quilt.

How to Have a Blue Jean Quilt Made

1. Mark Your Blue Jeans or Other Items with Any Special Instructions

Please read our written instructions on how to mark what part(s) of your T-shirts or blue jeans you would not like used. This is important. 

2. Print Out Your Order Form

When you get to the order form page, click on the state you live in to be directed to the quilter assigned to your state. Indicate you want a regular quilt. 

Then print out and fill in the order form. If you have special instructions please write them on the order form or include them with the order form on a separate sheet of paper.

3. Box Up Your Items

In your box include your clothes and completed order form. Here is a fun article about packing T-shirts and clothing.

4. Ship Out Your Box to Too Cool T-shirt Quilts

You can ship your box via UPS, US Mail, FedEx or any other carrier you like to work with.

5. Your T-shirts Arrive At Too Cool T-shirt Quilts

  • We will e-mail you within 48 hours of receiving your box of baby items.
  • We will cut your clothing according to your instructions.
  • Next, we calculate the size of your quilt.
  • Then we send you an e-mail with size and cost information. 
  • If we need to change the size of your quilt, we will work on that with you.
  • Once you give us the OK, we will make your quilt.

Click here to read more about our process.

6. Your Quilt is Finished

Why Too Cool T-shirt Quilts?

With years of experience in making custom quilts, we bring expertise and creativity to every project. Our team is dedicated to creating quilts that are not only beautiful but also meaningful. We understand the sentimental value behind each piece of fabric and strive to honor that in our work.

 

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