Wrap Her in Love: 7 Reasons a T-Shirt Quilt is the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift
What does Mother’s Day mean to you and your family? Is it accompanied by a large get-together with brunch and flowers? Or is it a quiet, restful day at home? No matter how you celebrate it, Mother’s Day is special to all of us. It’s a day when we get to celebrate our own mothers and the friends and loved ones closest to us who are blessed with children – and especially to celebrate your own hard work—if you’re a mother yourself!
So, how are you planning to celebrate your mother this Mother’s Day? You may be wondering: how can you make this Mother’s Day special? The simple answer is that an act of kindness can go a long way, and giving a gift that comes from a genuine, heartfelt connection can go even further. The task then becomes choosing the perfect gift for the mother in your life.
Today in this special Mother’s Day blog, let’s walk through the 7 reasons why a cozy t-shirt quilt crafted from cherished memories is the perfect gift for the mothers in your life.
1. A COZY REMINDER OF PRECIOUS MEMORIES
Mothers spend so much precious time with their children – or even their grandchildren. A t-shirt quilt is perfect for any mother because it can be filled with reminders of those treasured moments. Reminders of scenic family vacations, reunions, anniversaries, competitions and so much more will be stitched together for Mom to keep with her forever. And not only will these memories be lovingly stitched together, but they will also create the coziest quilt to keep her company when you can’t be with her in person.
2. A PERFECT PERSONALIZED PRESENT
What are Mom’s favorite interests or hobbies? Or, what are the types of clothes that just scream her personality to the world? When you create a t-shirt quilt out of her favorite clothes, you are able to create a monument to all of her favorite things. Anything from large-print graphic tees to her favorite blouses can be boldly on display on her t-shirt quilt. Perhaps a collection of concert t-shirts or devotion to a fandom can give a collage of one interest, or even create a tapestry of memories! The sky’s the limit, but the t-shirt quilt you give the mother in your life is guaranteed to be uniquely hers.
3. A LONG-LASTING KEEPSAKE
T-shirt quilts are built to last! Traditionally, quilts as pieces of familial art have a long tradition of standing the test of time to preserve history and tell stories. MemoryStitch t-shirt quilts have all that time-honored durability plus the fast personalization to keep a hold of Mom’s personality and story for generations to come. And while the quilt is holding onto that legacy, you can also use the quilt on a bed, in the living room and so much more with the trust that it’s strong and durable.
4. A THOUGHTFUL GIFT THAT SHOWS YOU CARE
Some gifts are simple to come by and easy to prepare. For Mother’s Day, don’t you want to give a gift that reflects the love and effort you’ve put in? The time and commitment a t-shirt quilt requires goes above and beyond a standard present, and that alone is a loving way to show how much you appreciate the special moments of her life and all of her favorite memories. Another way to do this is by giving the gift of time spent together – with a MemoryStitch gift card, you can build the perfect quilt for her together and enjoy the quality time.
5. AN HEIRLOOM FULL OF STORIES
The stories a quilt tells are endless and priceless. A t-shirt quilt tells not only the story of the mother whose shirts went into making it a beautiful work of art, but it also tells the story of your relationship when you give it as a gift. There’s also a lot of fun to be had with storytelling on a quilt! Get creative and perhaps showcase the fashion choices of a specific year or era she can’t get enough of, or show off years of commitment to an organization or annual event through t-shirts. The authenticity and passion of the story behind the quilt will shine.
6. A MULTI-TALENTED CUDDLE COMPANION
Beyond the t-shirts themselves and the design of the quilt, giving a t-shirt quilt for Mother’s Day is a gift of warmth and comfort. Indoor or outdoor, the softness and coziness of a t-shirt quilt provides unparalleled comfort. Her t-shirt quilt will be her new go-to for movie nights on the couch or football nights sitting in the bleachers – or anything in-between.
7. A UNIQUE ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL GIFTS
Finally, a t-shirt quilt is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day because there’s no gift quite like it. The unique blending of memories, personalization, durability, thoughtfulness, storytelling and coziness cannot be replicated by anything you would find at a store. She’ll appreciate the time and effort you put into this truly moving present, and she’ll feel just how much she’s loved. Giving a t-shirt quilt makes all the difference in the world.
WRAP UP
For this Mother’s Day, challenge yourself to go above and beyond and give her something truly special: a MemoryStitch t-shirt quilt. Let’s honor and show appreciation for all the mothers in our lives on Mother’s Day and continue to do so throughout the entire year. Happy Mother’s Day!
To get started creating the perfect Mother’s Day present, take a look at our How It Works page for a full guide on our careful process. Then, check out the rest of our blog for more gift-giving guides and seasonal sensations. And don’t forget to give us a follow on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date on all things MemoryStitch!
Written by Zander Gibney.
