Hills Made
Keepsake Memory Quilt
Keepsake Memory Quilt
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Turn Cherished Clothing Into a Keepsake You'll Treasure Forever
Those tiny baby outfits, favourite pyjamas, school uniforms, and treasured pieces of clothing hold memories that deserve more than a storage box.
At Hills Made, we transform your sentimental clothing into a beautiful handmade memory quilt, carefully crafted to preserve life's most precious moments. Whether you're celebrating your child's early years, honouring a loved one, or creating a meaningful family keepsake, each quilt is uniquely designed using the clothing that tells your story.
Handmade in Australia and created with care, every memory quilt is one-of-a-kind.
Why Choose a Memory Quilt?
- Preserve treasured baby clothes and special garments
- Create a meaningful family heirloom
- Enjoy memories every day instead of storing them away
- Thoughtfully handmade in Australia
- Designed using your own sentimental clothing
- Optional personalised appliqué name available
Available Quilt Sizes
20 Square Quilt
Size: 60cm x 75cm (24" x 30")
Clothing Required: Approx. 10–15 baby clothing items.
Perfect for preserving a small collection of newborn and baby memories.
25 Square Quilt
Size: 75cm x 75cm (30" x 30")
Clothing Required: Approx. 15–20 baby clothing items.
A popular size for displaying favourite outfits and milestone pieces.
35 Square Quilt
Size: 75cm x 105cm (30" x 42")
Clothing Required: Approx. 18–25 clothing items.
Ideal for preserving a larger collection of baby clothes while remaining easy to display.
42 Square Quilt
Size: 90cm x 105cm (36" x 42")
Clothing Required: Approx. 25–30 clothing items.
One of our most popular sizes, offering a beautiful balance between practicality and memory preservation.
56 Square Quilt
Size: 105cm x 120cm (42" x 48")
Clothing Required: Approx. 28–35 clothing items.
Perfect for showcasing a significant collection of treasured clothing pieces.
70 Square Quilt
Size: 105cm x 150cm (42" x 60")
Clothing Required: Approx. 38–45 clothing items.
Our largest quilt option, designed for families wanting to preserve years of special memories in a single keepsake.
Optional Add-Ons
Make your quilt even more special with optional upgrades:
Personalised Appliqué Name
Add your child's name or meaningful wording directly onto your quilt.
Premium Backing Options
Choose from:
- Standard cotton backing
- Soft minky fleece backing
- Premium plush backing
Rush Order Service
Need your quilt sooner? Priority production may be available depending on current workload.
Important Information
- Every keepsake is handmade and completely unique.
- Final quilt size may vary slightly depending on the clothing provided.
- Turnaround times are estimates and may vary during busy periods.
- Your sentimental items are handled with the utmost care and respect throughout the process.
- All keepsakes are created in a smoke-free environment.
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How It Works
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1. Place Your Order
Choose your preferred quilt size and any optional add-ons through the website.
Once your order is placed, you’ll receive an email with instructions for sending your clothing items.
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2. Send Your Clothing
Carefully package and post your clothing items to HillsMade.
Please ensure all clothing is freshly washed before sending.
If you’re unsure whether certain items are suitable, feel free to contact us before posting.
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3. Your Keepsake Is Carefully Created
Each clothing piece is individually prepared, stabilised, cut, arranged, and sewn with care to create a balanced and beautiful keepsake quilt.
Because every order is unique, each keepsake layout is thoughtfully designed based on the clothing provided.
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4. Receive Your Keepsake
Your completed memory quilt is beautifully packaged and shipped back to you, ready to be treasured forever.
Unused fabric and clothing remnants are returned with your order unless requested otherwise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clothing items do I need?
This depends on the quilt size and clothing size.
As a guide:
- Mini Quilt: approx. 10-12 items
- Baby Quilt: approx. 15–20 items
- Toddler Quilt: approx. 18–25 items
- Standard Quilt: approx. 25-30items
- Large Quilt: approx. 38–45 items
Smaller baby sizes may require additional pieces.
Can I include names or special details?
Yes. Optional appliqué names and embroidery can be added for an additional fee.
Do you return leftover clothing?
Yes. Any unused fabric and clothing remnants are returned with your completed quilt unless requested otherwise.
What backing fabric do you use?
Standard quilts include a high-quality cotton backing.
Optional upgrades such as minky fleece or premium plush backing are also available.
What if I don’t have enough clothing?
If needed, we can incorporate coordinating fabrics to complete your quilt while still preserving the overall sentimental feel.
How long does it take?
Current turnaround time is approximately 6–10 weeks from the time your clothing is received.
During busy periods, turnaround times may vary slightly.
Do you ship Australia-wide?
Yes, Hills Made ships Australia-wide.
Are memory quilts suitable for everyday use?
Memory quilts are designed as keepsake items and gentle-use blankets. Due to the sentimental fabrics used, we recommend handling them with care.