Use a quilted fabric or upcycle a finished quilt to make this trendy but timeless garment!   The Virginia Vest includes two styles – a Side-Tie version and Front-Tie version.  The Side-Tie version includes two length options so you can make it fit your style.   This pattern is great for taking those “orphan” quilt blocks that you don’t know what to do with and transforming them into something wearable! 

Difficulty: Side-Tie Version:  Advanced Beginner / Front-Tie Version:  Intermediate 

*Note: Instructions include directions for making the garment from a completed quilt or quilted fabric.  Patchwork and quilting instructions not included.  Prior experience with quilt binding recommended.

Material Requirements:

To make the Virginia Vest, you can upcycle an already completed quilt, or create unique patchwork pieces and quilt them. The minimum dimensions of quilted “fabric” required for each size are indicated in the chart below. Note that if you’re using a finished quilt and want to fussy cut specific areas of it for the vest, a larger sized quilt may be needed. 

*See Detailed Size Chart and Fabric Requirements in the photo listings.

Notions Needed:

• (1) spool of thread 

Tools Needed:

• Rotary cutter, cutting mat & ruler
• Pins
• Wonder Clips
• Fray Check