Functional keepsakes, joyfully crafted from reclaimed materials.
Meant to be used. Made to last.
Welcome to Grani’s Acres
Hi, I’m Amy!
Yes, I am someone’s grandma. No, I am not the namesake of Grani’s Acres.
This title was given to the 17-acre property I live on in rural Illinois by my eccentric grandpa before he and my grandma passed it down to me (and my wonderful husband).
Today, Grani’s Acres—my favorite place in the world to be—is where even the smallest scraps of fabric find a second life.
With time-honored quilting and weaving techniques, two vintage looms, and a little bit of creativity, there’s not much I can’t make.
I consider myself more of a “maker” than an artist. I want the things I make to be used—not tucked away in a closet or stowed on a shelf. I can’t wait to make you something beautiful that becomes part of your everyday life.
Quilts
Every quilt is one-of-a-kind, made slowly and thoughtfully from carefully chosen fabrics.
Other Keepsakes
I’m always finding new ways to transform fabric into functional home decor.
Rugs
I weave reclaimed textiles into durable rugs that bring a little more character to the spaces where everyday life happens.
Junk Journaling Supplies
From one junk journaler to another, the perfect handmade odds and ends to add character to your next project.
Custom Projects
One of my favorite things about crafting is that, if you can dream it up, chances are we can make it! If there’s a specific type of fabric, color, pattern, or design you have in mind, I’d love to chat about how we can make it happen.
And if you have a special material that you can’t use anymore but cherish too much to get rid of, let’s give it a second life as a functional keepsake you can enjoy for years to come.
Fabric carries so many stories. Maybe it’s a favorite pair of blue jeans your child outgrew. Example. Example. Whatever memories your material may hold, it would be my honor to work it into a custom creation.