There’s a new trend taking over the quilting world. (Hint: it’s not for your bed!) Quilt coats are having a major moment, blending comfort, creativity, and couture in one delightfully wearable package. These cozy garments are the perfect way to showcase your quilting skills while staying warm and turning heads. Whether crafted from vintage quilts or freshly stitched patchwork, quilt coats turn tradition into fashion-forward flair.
The Elemental Coat pattern by Teresa Coates from Crinkle Dreams is so fun to make! Her pattern and the companion pattern can be found here.
What makes quilt coats so irresistible? First, they’re unbelievably comfortable and are like wearing your favorite quilt everywhere you go. But beyond that, each coat becomes a personal statement. Whether you favor bold modern blocks or timeworn florals, you can express your style in every stitch. Scrappy rainbow? Go for it. Civil War repros? Why not? If it’s “you,” it belongs in your quilt coat.
Here are two other pattern options – each style is so cozy! Find these and others by clicking here!
These coats aren’t just functional – they’re full of personality. They tell stories, spark conversations, and bring serious joy to whoever wears them. With the right pattern, anyone can transform their quilting hobby into a show-stopping piece of wearable art. Choose a design that speaks to you, raid your stash (or treat yourself to new fabric), and stitch up something spectacular.
If you’ve ever dreamed of making your own quilt coat, now’s the time! We’ve rounded up some fantastic patterns that make the process simple and fun. Whether you’re a seasoned garment sewist or a quilting pro trying something new, these designs will have you strutting your stuff in style.
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I made a quilt coat from a 1920s quilt that had holes in it, probably from bed springs, I used a simple coat/jacket pattern with no darts and it turned out so well, I made another from a different quilt, also in disrepair. (I used the scraps to make a couple of simple dog coats too!) Rather than regular seams that are really too bulky with a quilt, zig-zag the seams together then cover these seams with packaged ‘bias binding’ that matches the colors.