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Thrift Store Plaid Shirt Quilt #2

"Men's plaid shirts either from the thrift store or a from a loved one can make great quilts! Paired with a charm pack that looks like denim will add a whole another dimension to it. Of course you can use actual denim, but keep in mind that actual denim will make the quilt heavier. This is a simple technique that has amazing results. This is a easy-to-follow tutorial that goes together very fast and is a great way to use up scraps or like in this example, thrift store plaid shirts. Always be creating!"
Project TypeMake a Project
Quilt Size53 inches wide x 53 inches long
Time to CompleteWeekend project
Primary TechniquePieced
Materials List
- Strips; any width from 1" to 2"
- 2 Charm packs or any 5" squares
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