Quilted garments

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The quilted petticoat was a ubiquitous item of women’s 18th century clothing, and spanned all social classes being worn by both the wealthiest elite and the very poor. However, this does not…

The Accessorize challenge is coming up on the Historical Sew Fortnightly, and there is so much choice when it comes to what to make. So many beautiful period accessories, so many periods! These are just a few of the items that are at the top of my ‘need an excuse to make this’ list. First off, every girl needs a beautiful fan. I collect vintage fans – I should show you my collection. I also aim to make fans. I have hundreds I love, but one particular favourite is this spangled mid-19th…

Quilted jackets are a stylish way to stay cozy with patchwork beyond your bed. We’ve rounded up a variety of quilted coats to inspire you to sew to take your quilt designs out into the wild. The most popular pattern we’ve seen sewn up quilt style is the Tamarack Jacket by Grainline Studios. This quilted […]

Looking for the perfect beginner’s quilting project? Using a couple of “cheater” methods, Spoonflower Ambassador Meg Fleshman of MEGMADE Sewing will show you how to create a gorgeous quilted jacket […]

This Downloadable Digital PDF PATTERN makes a Quilted Coat. Finished Quilted Coat will fit most. The style is a very relaxed-fit coat, this is not a fitted jacket. The Pattern contains detailed instructions to make a quilted coat with a collar or with a hood. Pattern contains two sizes: Small/Medium (bust size up to 48") - see pictures with Beige quilted coat (tiger reverse side), Small/Medium size with hood Large/X-Large (bust size up to 54”) - see pictures with Colorful quilted coat…

I’m really in love with the idea of doing something different with my costumes. I love the simple lines of things like robes and tunic, but as I’ve mentioned so many times before, I also really love the idea of taking things just that little bit further. Usually I do that by trying to make the interior finishes really special and the outside very neat, but I also love the idea of manipulating and even making your own fabric. As I mentioned in my Mythlore post, I plan to experiment heavily…

Hailing from Colombia, designer Miguel Mesa Posada makes a strong visual statement with his quilt-like paper garments. Entitled Potosí (Spanish for “unmeasurable wealth”) his collection takes its name from the richest silver mine ever known on earth, located in Bolivia. The paper-yarn structure creates a stunning colored texture, reminiscing of the streaks of minerals found underground. Young Colombian designer Miguel Mesa Posada launched his first collection this spring called Potosi…