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Clipping from The Columbian’s “Working in Clark County: Vancouver” series, titled “Rosie Rhine: Rhino Quilting,” written by Hope Martinez. At the top, a photo by Amanda Cowan shows Rosie Rhine, an older woman with short gray hair, wearing a blue denim jacket over a purple top. She stands behind a longarm quilting machine with a quilt stretched across its frame, in a home studio with framed pictures and a lamp behind her. The caption says she owns Rhino Quilting in Vancouver and specializes in custom bereavement quilts made from the clothing of lost loved ones. Below the headline, the article text runs in columns, with a small photo of a colorful pictorial quilt at the lower right, credited to Rosie Rhine.

Hi, I’m Rosie Rhine.

I made my first quilt in 1973: a log cabin pieced from scraps of the shirts I’d sewn for my four little boys, every piece cut with scissors. I’ve been quilting ever since.

In 2006, I started Rhino Quilting from my home studio in Vancouver, Washington (North of Portland, Oregon). Over time, memory and bereavement quilts became my specialty. It’s a powerful experience to open a box of clothes from someone I never met and transforming them into a beautiful memorial that will comfort their loved ones.

How I Work

Before I cut anything, I like to hear about the person behind the clothes: what they loved, where they went, what you want to remember. That’s what shapes the design. I do every step myself, from design to piecing to quilting on my longarm machine, and I keep you updated along the way.

My goal is simple: a quilt that honors people’s stories that you’ll treasure for years to come. 

What Customers Say

“Rosie commemorated our late, beloved father with two gorgeous quilts using his clothing. The process was easy, she was so thoughtful, creative, careful, communicative, and we couldn’t have loved the final product more.” — Ruth G.

“There aren’t enough stars to reflect the experience I had with Rhino Quilting. Rosie was so kind, communicative and helpful throughout the entire process. She kept me in the loop every step of the way and regularly included me in the process. The boys absolutely love and will cherish these quilts…like a hug from their mom every time they wrap up in them.” — Jenna M. 

“I searched far and wide for the perfect person to make a memory quilt using my father-in-law’s silk ties, and my mother-in-law’s silk scarves and jackets. I wanted a quilt that was beautiful and unique. Rhino quilting not only made this for me, but also made a gorgeous wall hanging that our guests always rave over. I could not have selected anyone more professional and courteous.” — Teresa N. 

“Rosie saw my vision and used her creative talents and skills to make the most beautiful quilts to honor and remember my Brother. It is amazing that my brother’s personality shines through the quilts. The designs are phenomenal. The workmanship is exceptional. We are very grateful to Rosie!” — Eunice M. 

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T-shirt memory quilt by Rosie Rhine of Rhino Quilting, hung on a wall, with a young woman with long blonde hair standing beside it, smiling toward the camera. The quilt is a grid of squares cut from athletic and event shirts, including Grant water polo and Generals leadership shirts, Loyola University Chicago, a Jingle Bell run, a Women’s March, and a Shamrock Run, along with jersey numbers 10, 11, and 38. The squares are framed by a black border and a pieced outer border of small colorful print blocks.
Close-up of a quilt by Rosie Rhine of Rhino Quilting, pieced from silk necktie fabrics in purple, navy, teal, gold, and burgundy, with paisley, geometric, and floral patterns. A fluffy black and white dog with a white face and chest lies on the quilt on a bed, looking at the camera. Red and gray patterned pillows rest against a white upholstered headboard behind it.
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