A box of race shirts, team jerseys or a parent's clothing turns into one thing that gets used instead of twenty that do not. The shops here make quilts from clothing you send them. Count your shirts before calling: the number of blocks sets the finished size, and most makers work from a grid — roughly 20 shirts for a throw, 30 or more for a bed quilt.
Brooklyn 1
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The Quilting Cottage
161 S Main St, Brooklyn, MI 49230-9121
Tue 9am-6pm, Wed-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm
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Charlevoix Quilts
1496 Black Rd, Charlevoix, MI 49720
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RMC Quilts
RMC Quilts, 3909 Pine Grove Ave, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059-4251
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Maggie's Top Stitch Quilting
26133 Tawas Ct, Madison Heights, MI 48071-3771
Otsego 1
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Almond Blossom Quilting Company
1944 101st Ave, Otsego, MI 49078-9550
By appointment
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Stitch Alterations
55106 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI 48316
Tecumseh 1
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Apple Basket Quilting
3204 Ives Rd, Tecumseh, MI 49286
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Good to know
How much does a t-shirt quilt cost?
Commonly $200-400 for a throw and $400-800 for a bed-sized quilt, depending on block count, backing and whether it is quilted edge-to-edge or custom. Prices are usually quoted per block or per finished size once the maker sees the pile.
How many t-shirts do you need for a quilt?
About 12-20 shirts make a throw, 30-42 a queen. Only the printed area is used, so a large front-and-back print can yield two blocks while a small pocket logo may need backing fabric around it.
How long does a memory quilt take?
Six to twelve weeks is typical, longer near the holidays and graduation season. Anyone promising a week is either very small-batch or already has your shirts cut, so ask about the queue when you book rather than after.
Where can I buy fabric?
There are 7 fabric and quilt retailers located across Michigan offering a wide range of textiles. Options range from small independent quilt boutiques to large regional craft suppliers. Browse our full directory to explore locations in Michigan by city or region.
Where to buy fabric material?
Suppliers throughout Michigan stock various fabric materials, including quilting cotton, silk, linen, and wool. You can choose from 7 verified locations listed across the state to suit your crafting or garment projects. Use our guide to discover specialized material retailers in Michigan.