UPCYCLE YOUR JACKET INTO A WAISTCOAT

This project upcycles an existing quilted jacket into a reversible waistcoat with tie front closure.

  • Duration

    16 hours

  • Tools

    Sewing machine

  • Learners

    95+

  • Video

    42 minutes

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN...

Precision cutting

 Mastering the art of cutting fabric accurately to achieve the desired silhouette.

Bias binding application

Techniques for attaching and finishing bias binding neatly around edges and curves.

Corner folding with bias tape

Special folding techniques to create sharp, professional-looking corners.

Creating secure fasteners

Methods to create and attach durable and neat fasteners using bias binding.

Symmetry and fit adjustments

Ensuring symmetrical cuts and making fit adjustments for a polished final garment.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED...

  Sewing machine
 
 Thread
  Scissors
  Pen/pencil/eraser
  Tailor's chalk/fabric pen
  Tape Measure
  Ruler/Pattern Master
  Quilted jacket to upcycle
  Clips/pins
  25 mm double folded bias binding (length is size dependant)

COURSE LESSONS

Excellent Course

I had an old jacket in my wardrobe for ages and this was the perfect project! Ella was super clear on how to do each step so I was easily able to follow along. I love the end result and it's made me wear that jacket once again.

Romane Lemoine

Recommended

I really would recommend this course to everyone interested in a slightly more advanced upcycle project. This was a really fun challenge for me and Ella's step by step approach made it really manageable.

Helen Peterson

Inspiring

I have completed this course and feel really proud of the end result. I was really inspired by Ella's jacket and so ended up getting a very similar jacket. I love how the waistcoat turned out and have recommended my friends to try it out!

Claire Green

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Created by

Ella Cope

Founder
Ella Cope has worked in the fashion industry for four years as the founder of Della Yellow and has experience with sustainability, upcycling, and creative direction.
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