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Episode 113—Wear Your Quilts

Episode 113—Wear Your Quilts

Quilted coats and jackets are everywhere right now—and for good reason. They combine the creativity of quilting with the practicality of garment sewing and give makers an opportunity to show off their skills. In this episode, we explore the growing trend of quilted outerwear and what makes these garments so appealing to makers. From classic quilt jackets to modern oversized coats, quilted garments offer endless possibilities for using favorite fabrics, experimenting with patchwork, and even repurposing quilts or scraps. Whether you’re a quilter curious about garment sewing or a sewist looking for your next outerwear project, this episode will inspire you to create a quilted coat of your very own. 

SHOW NOTES

Burnside Bibs

Rosebud Quilted Coat by Anna Maria Parry

Beachcomber Jacket by Laundry Basket Quilts

Riley Blake Quilted Jacket

Tamarack Jacket by Grainline Studio

The Bella Quilt Coat from byAnnie

McCalls 8560

Hovea Jacket and Coat by Megan Nielsen

The Wildwood Jacket and Vest from Helen’s Closet

The Nova Coat by Papercut Patterns

The All Well Cardigan Coat

Fowler Barn Coat and Quilted Jacket by Closet Core Patterns

Coda by Love Notions

The Retazo Coat from Sew Liberated

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Janet Szabo’s website
Big Sky Knitting Designs website—Purchase digital copies of Janet’s knitting patterns and order copies of her books.
The ‘Suck It Up, Buttercup’ Blog—Janet’s commentary on life in Montana

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Episode 112—A Week in the Life of a Sewing Teacher

Episode 112—A Week in the Life of a Sewing Teacher