Sometimes the clothing items are in great shape and have wonderful character. I will use a shirt like that to give a 3-D look and cut a whole block including the collar, buttoned areas, cuffs, etc. I have 2 blocks at the embroiderer now, waiting for her to do her thing....one block gets a chefs hat (departed brother-in-law was a wonderful cook) and the other is "In Loving Memory, Charlie 2013"....each one from the back of on of his shirts. Charlie was quite the character and I want his memory quilt to reflect his personality....a bit crazy and fun!