My husband passed away in February and I have been sitting here with most of his clothes that I can't bear to part with. I have given a few things to my grandsons and his brother, but not much. Then yesterday I got the idea of cutting them all up and making a quilt out of them. I will have to pay someone to do it for me, but it would so be worth it to have it done perfectly. I would do it myself, but I would just cry and stick myself with the needle and I cry enough as it is. I may even get a few favorite photos transferred onto material to go on it. I thought it was such a good idea that I had to share it with some of you who are having the same dilemma getting rid of things.
Linda Mc* I think its a wonderful idea. I did the same thing for my sister when our mother died. We had to go through her clothes anyway, so I picked some of Mom's favorites, took them home, cut them up and then made the quilt. I didn't add any pictures, instead I added lattice fabric that was the same color as my mother's eyes, as a constant reminder of the person she was. I am sure that you will find someone in your area who would be willing to do this for you.
Wonderful idea Linda! I made pillows out of Lynn's and my Dad's shirts. I only hand sew so I think a quilt would be too big a project. Post pictures! ((Hugs))
Go for it Linda! I think it's a beautiful way to remember your husband and very comforting. For years after my mom's death, I kept one of her jackets with some tissues in one of the pockets. It carried her scent so strongly that I didn't want to part with it. The quilt idea is wonderful.
I have even thought of ripping the buttons off and sewing them where the pieces meet. After Christmas, Lloyd's brother's ex-wife said she will help me. I even have a light jacket from when he worked at Lukens. I may cut out the Lukens insignia and the fake pocket with his name embroidered over it. I even have silk boxers from our first Valentine's day with hearts. It will definitely be interesting.