QUILT COAT WORKSHOP
Bring a Quilt and Leave with a Coat
Join Lorena Uriarte, renowned Modern Quilter, and transform a quilt into a beautifully wearable coat.
Day One: Sunday 14 June – 9am–4:30pm
Day Two: Sunday 21 June – 9am–4:30pm
It’s never been more on trend to sport a quilted coat — so let’s go for it. Pull a quilt off the bed, rescue one from the cupboard, or take this as the perfect excuse to make another. Either way, you’ll leave with a completely unique statement piece.
Not only will you create a stunning coat, but you’ll also learn valuable techniques for working with heavy quilted fabric and coat construction. It’s creative, practical and completely one of a kind.
This workshop runs over two full Sundays to allow proper time for construction and finishing.
SEWING IS BETTER TOGETHER
Booking with a friend?
Choose the Bring-a-Friend ticket when booking and receive 10% off your class.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS COURSE
• Turn a quilt into a wearable statement coat
• Learn to work confidently with thick, quilted fabric
• Small group class (maximum 6 students)
• Expert guidance from Lorena
• Creative freedom with collar and pocket options
• A supportive and inspiring studio environment
This is slow, satisfying sewing with a truly spectacular result.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
• Cutting accurately from pre-made quilts
• Working with heavy quilted fabric
• Bias binding application to seams
• Coat construction techniques
• Pocket installation
• Collar and hood options
• Finishing and closure decisions (buttons or studs)
Workshop – Day One
• Check and refine pattern pieces
• Decide on collar, hood and pocket options
• Layout and cut quilt
• Sew front and back at shoulder seam
• Bind shoulder seams
• Prepare and apply binding to collar and pocket pieces
Workshop – Day Two
• Construct coat body
• Insert pockets
• Apply closures
• Extensive binding application
• Final construction and finishing
Please note: while we aim for you to leave with a completed coat, final stitching may be required at home depending on quilt thickness, design complexity and sewing pace.
SKILL LEVEL
INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED
• Confident using sewing patterns
• Comfortable operating your sewing machine
• Ready to work with thicker fabrics
• Comfortable problem-solving construction details
Quilt must be fully quilted before class (no binding attached).
CLASS FORMAT
• Two full-day workshops
• Maximum 6 students
• Step-by-step guided instruction
• Creative and collaborative studio atmosphere
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Use of studio sewing machines — students learn on the Bernina 335 and Brother Innov-is A80
- Expert tuition from Lorena
- A fun, engaging and supportive environment
- Tea and coffee throughout both days
WHAT TO BRING
• Your quilt (pre-made or quilted, but not bound)
• Your chosen coat pattern (traced to your size)
Patterns we suggest: Hovea Coat by Megan Nielsen, Wildwood Jacket by Helen's Closet, Tamarack Jacket by Grainline, Chore Coat by Patchwork & Poodles
• OPTIONAL: Your sewing machine and Walking foot (if you have one)
• Heavy jeans or size 90–100 needles
• Fabric scissors and sewing kit
• Your glasses, if needed
• Your lunch (microwave and fridge available — or visit a local café)
READY TO BOOK?
Secure your place below.
Spaces are limited and this workshop fills quickly — quilt coats are very much in demand
