Upcycled Sweatshirt Jacket - De Pere

During this 3 part class, turn a cozy sweatshirt into a one-of-a-kind quilted jacket! In this fun, hands-on class you'll learn how to cut and piece colorful fabric strips from fat quarters or scraps, attach them to a deconstructed sweatshirt, and sew it all back together into a wearable work of art. You'll also learn finishing techniques including binding — just like a quilt. No two jackets will ever look the same, and your fabric choices make it uniquely yours. All skill levels welcome. 

Dates: August 13, 20 & 27 from 10am-4pm

SUPPLY LIST

Fabric

• 1 sweatshirt, at least one size larger than your normal size

• 12 fat quarters (or a jelly roll, or fabric scraps) - Or ½ yard of 6 different colors/patterns

• You will need at least 55-60 strips to cover a large sweatshirt 

• ½ yard of fabric for binding (cut at a 45-degree angle)

Cutting

• Rotary cutter (45mm recommended)

• Self-healing cutting mat

• Quilting ruler

Sewing

• Sewing machine

• Coordinating thread

• Zigzag stitch capability (or a serger)

• Pins

• Scissors

Pressing

• Iron and small ironing board (or wool pressing mat)

• We have two in the store but if you have an on the go ironing board that would be helpful

• Marking pen or fabric pencil

• Straight pins or safety pin (to mark the front of your sweatshirt)

• Pattern pieces for collar and front bottom corners (available via link in bio)