Keepsakes from clothing

Today we are focusing on those barriers you face when cleaning out your closet. We know the simple organizing steps: Sort clothes into 4 piles- keep, store (out of season, etc), donate, trash Keep only your most used/most loved items and get rid of the rest If it is as simple as those steps, why do we […]

When a father dies, it can be difficult to discard their clothing with all the memories the patterns and colors might evoke. A popular idea is to upcycle that fabric into a new item of clothing, a quilt or wall hanging or another craft project.

When holding on to clothing from loved ones we keep them as memorials. It can be hard to part with these items and even harder to let them go for good. Here at Marang Studios, we strive to create lasting memorials from these treasured clothes for you to enjoy and remember your loved ones each time

This DIY Sentimental Ornament is a great way to create a memento out of something that reminds you of a loved one who has passed. Last year, a friend of mine lost her dad. When I was looking for a project idea online, something came up that made me think of the embroidery hoop ornaments

Create memory Christmas ornaments out of a loved one's shirt. Keep their memory alive using this simple sewing project. Add to your Christmas tree this year!

Recycled shirt cuff pouches are a fun way to wrap up something small. Fill this easy handmade gift with a gift card or a small surprise.

Learn how to make a simple memory quilt from recycled garments in this series, from preparing garments for quilting to creating a simple block.

DIY memory quilts are very snuggly and warm. Because the clothing squares were all cut from well-loved nighties and sweaters, they’re also super soft.

Learn how to make keepsake memory ornaments using old shirts (or other clothing) from a loved one. Makes a great memorial gift idea.

Memory keepsakes from clothing is a wonderful way to honor and remember family and friends. There are several ways to repurpose clothing and fabric and turn them into memory items.