We recently quilted an older quilt top for my sister June. She wanted an older quilt redone. It had originally been tied and she wanted it quilted. All done!.
Sunday, March 9, 2014
A Soldiers Story Quilt
Our son, Jay asked us last year if we would make him a quilt using
his army uniforms to tell his "Soldier Story". His blog: http://a-soldier-tale.blogspot.com/
He had a design in mind with specific items he wanted in it but was
happy with our final layout. With helpful suggestions from his Pop
and sister, I think we created a really nice design.
I had no idea what using the uniforms entailed. I got up close and
VERY friendly with Jack, the ripper (as in seam)! Those uniforms are
made from the toughest fabric I have ever encountered. So I ripped up
seams, patches and Velcro from three different styles of jackets (two
of each) and two pair of pants. And the thread - I broke my favorite
seam ripper trying to take buttons off.
This was a labor of love! He mentioned that others might like to have
one made when they see his - I told him IF I were to make any
more, they would be VERY expensive.
I am pleased with the design and hope the quilting will go OK
considering the tough fabric. I took the velcro off and stitched the
patches on but my DH will work around them when quilting it.
The beginning - ideas for layout and gathering supplies.
The Uniforms:
Almost ready to quilt - just a few more patches needed. |
A SOLDIER'S STORY
This quilt was made with love for Chief Warrant Officer, Jerry P. Biggerstaff by his Mom, Chris Biggerstaff, with some layout suggestions from sister, Sheri Duderstadt and quilted by his Dad, Jerry Biggerstaff, Sr.. It was made with his uniforms, honoring his service in Texas, Iraq and Afghanistan.
This quilt was made with love for Chief Warrant Officer, Jerry P. Biggerstaff by his Mom, Chris Biggerstaff, with some layout suggestions from sister, Sheri Duderstadt and quilted by his Dad, Jerry Biggerstaff, Sr.. It was made with his uniforms, honoring his service in Texas, Iraq and Afghanistan.
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