memory keepsakes

Some of Pat’s most rewarding work comes when she is asked to
design something unique to honor the memory of a loved one.

Where to Begin?

Pat collaborates with you to create a treasure that tells the story of your loved one’s life. It may be a memory quilt to commemorate graduation or a pillow to honor a loved one that has passed on. The information gathering process is often a healing time as it gives you an opportunity to share your recollections and be part of the final design decisions. Below are some are some ideas to help you get the creative juices flowing. The possibilities are endless!

Jane's Mittens

Jane took her Mom's sweaters and had them transformed into mittens for the women in her family.

Lynda's Quilt

Lynda's Mom loved color and it was obvious in her clothes. This quilt captures her fun flair and style.

Sheree's Pillows

Sheree's husband passed away and she used his tallis to create these very special pillows.

Lynn's Handbag

Lynn's husband Jim was an avid collector of ties, he had 475 of them! This handbag was just one of the things she had created with them.

Tons of T-Shirts?

T-Shirts are a basic item that many people collect over the years. They may be from youth sports teams, camps, vacations or concerts. As a collection, they can tell the story of someone’s life. Pat has used T-shirts to make quilts, pillows, scarves, belts and even coasters!

Kate's Quilt

Kate spend many years ice skating. These T-shirts represent many events and competitions.

Wiggle Belt

Pat has used T-shirts to make quilts, pillows, scarves, belts and even coasters!

Gavin's Pillow

Pat's son Gavin spent much of his childhood at the Glen Lake baseball field. This pillow was created from his baseball T-shirt, socks and pants.

Lisa's Coasters

Lisa wanted to have something made for her husband out of a Washington Capitals T-shirt. These coasters are unique and show his team spirit.

Surrounded by Sweaters?

Sweaters come in so many colors, fabrics and textures that they are a great choice to create a memory keepsake. Wool sweaters can be felted (washed in hot water) to make a very warm fabric that can be used in hats, scarves, mittens and coats. Other great ideas include handbags, pillows, and belts.

Lime in de Coconut

Unique embellished scarf was created out of lime green and brown sweaters

Chris' Tote

This tote was created from Chris' Dad's sweaters and necktie.

Ann's Accessories

This hat, scarf and mitten set was made from Ann's mom's sweater.

Holli's Hat

This hat was made from two of Holli's mom's sweaters. One of them she had knit.

Knots of Neckties?

Neckties are so beautiful and unique they provide a great resource to create beautiful works of art. Although men no longer wear as many neckties, you still can find many of them hanging in the back of the closet, just waiting to be made into something wonderful! Pat has made a wide variety of items out of neckties including: quilts, pillows, handbags, vests, wallets, kippahs and wall art.

Un-Tied to Thrive

This 48" x 48" artwork was created for Sharon out of her husband's and father-in-law's neckties.

Jim Dandy Duvet

Lynn had this quilt created out of her husband Jim's 475 neckties!

Julia's Kippahs

These kippahs were made as gifts for Julia's Bat mitzvah out of her grandfather's neckties.

Kerry's Pillow

This pillow was designed using Kerry's dad's neckties.

Dozens of Dress Shirts?

Dress shirts have so many details, it is a great garment to use in keepsakes. It is a natural for pillows because you can use the buttons to take out the pillow insert for laundering. A fun item that Pat has created out of dress shirts is an apron. She used her father-in-laws dress shirts to make aprons for the women in the family.

Aprons for the Grady Girls

These aprons were made from Pat's father-in-law's shirts. There were enough for all the girls in the family.

Barb's Pillow

This fun dress shirt of Barb's Dad made a great back side of this pillow

Back side of Jim Dandy Duvet

The other side of this duvet is all of Jim's neckties

Shirt & Jean Handbag

This handbag was made out Dad's shirts and jeans.

Wondering About Wedding Dresses?

Wedding dresses hold such special memories, but what do you do with them after the big day? Pat has created many different items from wedding dresses that turn them into a keepsake that can be passed down from generation to generation. Baptismal gowns, handbags, ring pillows, and a shrug to name a few.