DIY Quilted Jacket

I’ve wanted to make a quilted jacket for forever. And… I finally did! Sewing this quilted jacket into shape was one of the most challenging, yet rewarding creative experiences I’ve had yet.

DIY Quilted Jacket

I saw these Southwestern fabrics in a quilt shop, and was immediately inspired. I scourged the internet for a free quilt pattern until I found one that would capture the same essence as the color and detail of the patterns, while still allowing the fabric to take centerstage.

I’ve never constructed a jacket before. In fact, the only other garment I have constructed is a workshop apron. So, deciding to construct my first true garment AND custom piece the entire top was a daunting task but I had a vision. Completely learning on the fly with blogs, books, and Youtube videos, I was able to whip up this jacket in my spare time within 2-3 weeks.

You can make one too! Here’s how I did it.

Quilt Pattern: Wild Honey by Sharon Holland Designs. PDF pattern & blog post here.

Jacket Pattern: Paola Workwear Jacket. PDF pattern & tutorial here.

Tools & Materials

• Fabric for pieced quilt top and backing

• Cotton/Wool/Polyester Batting

• Bias Tape (I made my own)

• Sewing Machine (I have a Pfaff Quilt Ambition)

• Sewing Thread

• Pins or Clips

• Safety Pins

• Fiskars Fabric Scissors

• Embroidery Scissors

• Measuring Tape

• Fiskars Cutting Mat

• Fiskars Rotary Cutter

• Fiskars Acrylic Ruler

• Seam Ripper

• Steam iron