Winter Warmth: Why Premium T-Shirt Quilts Are Your Coziest Companion

The days may be getting longer, but February means we’re still in for many freezing weeks to come. When the winter chill is in the air, how do you best escape it? Some of us cozy up by the warmth of a fire, others nestle in with a favorite hot drink and a select, brave few may even embrace the cold. However you personally approach escaping the cold, we all understand the desire for warmth in the winter––and we all continue to search for new avenues of coziness. 

When looking for the coziest companion this winter, look no further than a premium t-shirt quilt, the ultimate keepsake for preserving memories for years to come and shielding you from  the winter cold. Today, let’s take a closer look at premium t-shirt quilts, how they’ve earned the moniker of “premium,” how to customize them and ultimately why they deliver premium comfort for the winter (and all year)!

THE PREMIUM DIFFERENCE

All t-shirt quilts capture the memories of your well-loved t-shirts and clothing items, but only the premium t-shirt quilt takes things up to the next level of comfort and craft. Here are some of the key features of these special quilts that make for the premium difference:

• Minky fabric backing: All MemoryStitch t-shirt quilts are backed by Minky, a super-soft and ultra-durable fabric, and the premium t-shirt quilt is no exception. Enjoy the luxurious feeling and comfort of Minky fabric while you also put your mind at ease knowing the fabric will keep your quilt in tip-top shape for years to come.

• Natural cotton batting: For extra weight and warmth, premium t-shirt quilts are quilted with batting made from natural cotton at the center. Like the Minky fabric, the cotton batting provides extra durability for the quilt without sacrificing warmth or overall look. Cotton batting is a classic staple for quilting, so it’s sure to give your t-shirt quilt the traditional feel of a family heirloom.

• Long-arm stitching: The biggest upgrade our premium t-shirt quilts offer is long-arm stitching. When we craft your premium quilt, this includes stitching a beautiful thread pattern over your entire quilt, ensuring a firm and aesthetically pleasing unification of your t-shirts, the batting, and the Minky backing.

As you can see, the premium t-shirt quilt amps up the qualities of a traditional t-shirt quilt to provide extra softness, warmth and durability. If you want your t-shirt quilt to feel more traditional, with long-arm stitching and cotton batting, then premium is the way to go!

CUSTOMIZING FOR WINTER

Photo: Deborah D.

Now that we’ve looked at the difference a premium quilt can make to preserving your favorite memories, let’s look at how you can customize your quilt even further to suit your winter needs. These are just a few things you can consider to start creating your ideal winter cuddle companion:

• Choose your shirts: Every great t-shirt quilt starts with selecting the proper shirts. What shirts suit your personal quilt depends entirely on you and what memories you want shown, the story you want to tell, the occasion you want to celebrate or anything else you deem important. Think about aesthetics––what colors or designs do you want on a quilt to chase away the winter chill? For more help on choosing the perfect shirts, check out our other blogs written to help with just that!

• Choose your backing color: The Minky backing fabric on your quilt can come in one of four colors––black, gray, navy blue or royal blue. You may have an immediate preference, or you may want to wait and decide what works best with the t-shirts you’re displaying on the quilt. Either way, the color of your backing will elevate the vibe of your entire quilt when working harmoniously with your memories and t-shirts.

• Choose your personal message: Give your quilt the ultimate touch of personalization with a special message on the back. Add your name, the year you made the quilt or any other details to add context and make the quilt a keepsake that can be looked at for generations to come. Or, if the quilt is a gift, leave a small message for the recipient so that they will also know how much you matter to them when they see the quilt. The possibilities are endless!

As you can see, this is just the tip of the personalization iceberg. Your premium quilt can be built however you want––from the number of t-shirts you choose to include to the overall theme that tells your story. No matter what, the premium quilt will hold a special value in your heart––and that’s just about as premium as it gets.

THE WARMEST CHOICE THIS WINTER

From the special premium features to the vast array of customizable options, it’s clear to see just how cozy and comfy you can be with a premium t-shirt quilt. As a heavier, comfier, more durable option above a standard t-shirt quilt, the premium quilt lives up to its name, and as the winter drags on and on, you deserve to cuddle up with something as luxurious as a premium quilt.

Preserve your memories today and make them last for many more winters to come when you cozy up in a premium t-shirt quilt this winter. First, check out how MemoryStitch transforms your favorite t-shirts into a premium keepsake by heading over to our How It Works page. Then, be sure to find the right premium quilt for you and your t-shirt collection in our online store. And finally, for the latest deals, discounts, news and everything related to  t-shirt quilts, be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook. 

Stay warm this winter and enjoy the premium comfort!

Written by Zander Gibney.