Elemental Coat Workshop

Workshop Summary

This is the online video course for the Elemental Coat. All course lessons are taught by designer/educator Teresa Coates.

** The pattern is NOT included in this course price. You can purchase the hard copy sewing pattern separately here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1506267517/elemental-coat-printed-sewing-pattern
You can purchase the PDF copy of the sewing pattern here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1496478189/elemental-coat-pdf-sewing-pattern

In this video course you will learn the following with more than a dozen step-by-step video lesson. You'll learn:
• How to read a Crinkle Dreams sewing pattern
• How to choose the correct size
• How to make adjustments for length and style
• How to layout pattern for fussy cut quilt designs
• How to trace and cut out your pattern pieces
• How to work with quilts, yardage, and blankets to create a coat
• How to create a professional finish
• How to sew in-seam, welt and patch pockets
• How to understand garment-sewing terms
• How to bind and join ends for a smooth finish
and more!!

I will walk you through each step, sharing tips and tricks for a variety of style and fabric options. Join the workshop to attend the Live Kick-off on August 1st to see samples, ask questions, and make informed design decisions.

Special Inaugural Pricing

Elemental Coat Workshop

$99 USD

A hybrid course to make your own quilt coat with discussion board, recorded videos plus LIVE Q&As.

Workshop Curriculum

Live Kick-Off Event
1 Lesson
- Recording of Live Kick-Off Event
  Start
Introduction to the On-Demand Workshop
3 Lessons
- Hello & Welcome!
  Preview
- How the Pattern Came to Be
  Start
- Gather Your Tools
  Preview
Live Sessions
1 Lesson
- Sept 7, 2024 Live Q&A
  Start
Choose Your Fabrics
8 Lessons
- What to consider when choosing your fabric
  Start
- Using a Vintage Quilt
  Start
- Using a Finished Quilt
  Start
- Using Quilted Elements
  Start
- Using Cheater Cloth
  Start
- Using Upcycled Textiles
  Start
- Using Cotton, Canvas, Linen or Denim yardage
  Start
- Using Cuddle® or Luxe Cuddle® minky
  Start
Prepping to Use the Pattern
6 Lessons
- Choosing Your Style Options
  Start
- Using the PDF Pattern
  Start
- Using the Paper Pattern
  Start
- Tracing your pattern
  Start
- Variation: Adding Front Button Closure
  Start
- Variation: Adjusting Coat & Sleeve Length
  Start
Make a Muslin
1 Lesson
- Making a Muslin: Why and How
  Start
Cut out the Pieces
3 Lessons
- Cutting Out Your Coat
  Start
- Make Bias Binding
  Start
- Finishing the Raw Edges: Three Ways to Do It
  Start
Sew the Coat
11 Lessons
- Prepare Binding
  Start
- Start In-Seam Pockets
  Start
- Pocket Variation: Patch Pocket
  Start
- Sew Shoulder Seam
  Start
- Sew on Sleeve
  Start
- Sew Undersleeve Seam
  Start
- Sew Side Seam
  Start
- Finish Pockets
  Start
- Create Collar
  Start
- Create Hood
  Start
- Add Lining
  Start
Finish Your Coat
1 Lesson
- Binding Your Coat
  Start

Teresa Coates

I'm Teresa Coates, a sewing educator, quilt maker, travel writer, pattern designer and relentless adventurer. I'm here to help you fall in love (again?) with sewing. I design sewing and quilting patterns with beginners in mind and aim to bridge the divide between sewing and quilting.

Deb L.

Workshop attendee

I have finished my second jacket since I took your class... These things really are like potato chips, aren’t they?! I have plans for more including one for Christmas, one with wool appliqué, one with the remnants of a Lone Star I made years ago… Oh, the possibilities!