Bella Quilt Coat - Starter Pattern

The Bella Quilt Coat blends the art of quilting with the functionality of outerwear. 
This relaxed fit quilted jacket is available in ten sizes. It is fully lined and features set-in sleeves, inseam pockets, a zippered front closure with guard, and a sporty collar that is stylish and functional.
Choose from two views and get creative styling your coat with appliqué, foundation paper piecing, or blockwork.
View A includes a decorative yoke on the front and back, as well as a contrasting collar. 
Accent Sleeves are optional and may be added to either view.
EXPANSION PACKS AVAILABLE SEPARATELY:
Our Bella Accent Sleeve FPP Expansion Pack and Bella Arcs & Beauties FPP Expansion Pack patterns are available separately. Review the design elements in each to decide how you will style your coat.
ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS PATTERN:
Paper pattern includes 26-page instructional booklet with illustrations and fabric key 
Body measurements and finished measurements
Guided instruction on measuring for your ideal fit
Cutting charts for main/contrasting fabrics
Cutting layout for lining fabric and batting
Design elements and styling diagrams for designing your unique quilt coat
Printable cutting labels provided for your convenience available with your Add-on Video
3 full size pattern sheets with size key, symbols, and measurement charts
SKILL LEVEL:
Suitable for the adventurous beginner / intermediate sewist
SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES:
Basic quilting skills required; previous experience using a walking foot
Knowledge of quilting rulers and marking quilting lines/motifs
Standard machine sewing (no binding, fully lined with enclosed seams)
Straight seams with working knowledge of basic seam allowances (including 1/2" construction, 1/4" and 1/8" topstitch)
Inserting inseam pockets
Inserting a basic separating zipper with zipper guard