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–4:30pmDay 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
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