Quilt made from sweaters

Quilt made from sweaters

I had the opportunity to create two sweater memory quilts, wo years apart. In memory of my client’s mother, she sent me a number of her sweaters. They were plain knit sweaters of various colors. I settled on this throw-sized quilt similar to my extra-large baby...
DIY Upcycled Sweater Pillow Case

DIY Upcycled Sweater Pillow Case

 How embarrassing is it for a knitter and sewist to share these photos? This sweater was purchased in Ireland by my father-in-law and I have worn it for years. It was better than a robe – the first thing I’d slip on in the morning to keep me cozy in our 60...
Upcycled Knit Sweater Hot Pad or Trivet DIY

Upcycled Knit Sweater Hot Pad or Trivet DIY

You may have read about the sad demise of my Must Have Cardigan. I made a pillow out  of it and I am enjoying seeing it on my bed.  There was quite a big of fabric available on the sleeves, so I decided to make a hot pad or trivet for a couple of hostess gifts. So if...