Breathe New Life into Vintage Quilts with Reclaimed Quilts—Your Guide to Upcycled Fashion

Are you looking for a way to combine your love for sustainability, vintage style, and creative sewing? Reclaimed Quilts: Sew Modern Clothing & Accessories from Vintage Textiles by Kathleen McVeigh and Dale Donaldson is the perfect companion for transforming old, cherished quilts into unique, wearable pieces. This book not only celebrates the beauty of vintage quilts but shows you how to upcycle them into stylish garments and accessories that fit effortlessly into your modern wardrobe.

Turn Treasured Textiles into a Sustainable Wardrobe. One of the greatest challenges of sustainable fashion is finding ways to reuse materials that still carry beauty and durability. Kathleen and Dale have mastered the art of reclaiming vintage quilts, turning them into stunning, modern clothing. Whether it’s a quilt that holds sentimental value or a thrifted find that’s too lovely to leave behind, this book helps you turn history into everyday wear. From cozy chore coats to elegant quilt top dresses, the projects are designed to highlight the craftsmanship of vintage quilts while giving you the tools to customize them to your personal style.

The Art of Upcycling: Not Just a Trend, a Statement. Upcycled clothing has gone from niche to mainstream, but there’s more to this trend than meets the eye. While big brands are now mimicking the quilted clothing look, Reclaimed Quilts goes beyond fashion trends to embrace true sustainability. By reworking vintage textiles, you aren’t just saving fabric from landfills—you’re preserving craftsmanship and history. Plus, there's something deeply satisfying about wearing a piece that tells a story and has been thoughtfully transformed into something new.

A Treasure Hunt for Makers. The thrill of upcycling starts long before the needle hits the fabric. With Kathleen and Dale as your guides, you'll learn how to source the best vintage textiles—whether you’re hunting at a flea market, browsing thrift stores, or revamping an old family heirloom. They provide practical advice on selecting quilts for specific projects, ensuring that your chosen material will stand up to being reimagined as a garment. Not only do you get tips on where to find the best vintage pieces, but you'll also learn how to clean, mend, and prepare quilts that have seen better days—making sure they’re ready for their new life.

Master the Techniques, Create Your Own Style. Reclaimed Quilts walks you through garment sewing techniques step by step, ensuring even beginner sewists can confidently tackle these upcycled projects. With tutorials on everything from binding and welt pockets to installing snaps and finishing seams, the book offers detailed instructions for creating eight distinctive garments. Whether you're making a cropped jacket or a quilt top vest, you'll find the guidance you need to adapt each project to your body and style. Kathleen and Dale have even included tips for customizing patterns, so your finished pieces feel entirely your own.

Join the Upcycling Movement. This isn’t just a sewing book—it’s a call to action. With Reclaimed Quilts, you can create a wardrobe that aligns with your values, showcases your creativity, and reduces waste. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability, fascinated by vintage textiles, or simply looking for fun, practical sewing projects, this book is your key to turning old quilts into fresh, modern clothing.

Ready to get started? Say “Yes!” to sustainable fashion and meaningful, personalized projects with Reclaimed Quilts: Sew Modern Clothing & Accessories from Vintage Textiles—your next must-have resource for upcycled fashion.