How to Sew a Quilted Waistcoat
Quilted waistcoats are the perfect way to add a stylish twist to a simple outfit. This vertically-quilted version is the perfect way to create your own in whatever fabrics you like!
Follow along with the step-by-step instructions below and find out how to make this new wardrobe essential. Plus, with the help of a bias binding trick, you can make this vest reversible – two looks in one!
Project and instructions by Nerissa Pratt
You will need
How To Make
You Will Need
* Sewing Machine
* Simplicity Waistcoat and Trousers Pattern (S9184)
* 4m of Fabric (2m for the Inside and 2m for the Outside - We've Used Different Fabrics to Make it Reversible)
* Contrasting Fabric to Make Bias Binding (Or Use Pre-Made Bias Binding)
* Matching Thread
* 2m Wadding
* Cutting Mat
* Rotary Cutter
* Quilting Ruler
* Tape Measure
* Dressmaking Scissors
* Fabric Chalk (Optional)
* Pins
To make your own bias binding, you will need to join together lengths of 5cm wide strips of your contrasting fabric. These strips will need to be cut on the bias (that is a 45 degree angle to the selvedge).
Fold the fabric strip in half and press. Open the strip up and with the wrong side facing, fold each side of the strip into the centre fold and press.
Alternatively, you can use pre made bias binding.
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