upcycle quilting patterns

Landon Upcycled Quilted Lounge Shorts

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From the July 2026 issue

Transform a thrifted quilt top into a pair of colorful lounge shorts with this tutorial from Beth Byrge. The perfect project for garage sale season, this upcycled sewing project embraces the trend of creating new garments and accessories out of quilt tops. The designer walks readers through the process of modifying existing patterns so that ... Read More

Fresh Start Quilt to Top Upcycle

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From Sensational Scrap Patterns to Quilt

Give a thrifted quilt top a fresh look with this colorful refashioning project. Originally featured in our sister magazine We Like Sewing, this playful upcycling pattern from Quayln Stark shows you how to turn an unfinished quilt top into a charming, boho blouse. Thrift flips have been everywhere lately, especially with creators on Instagram and ... Read More

Garden Walk Spring Sheet Quilt

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From the July 2025 issue

With the price of fabric at an all-time high, why not raid your linen closet for your next quilting project? Stephanie Woodson originally shared her upcycled sheet quilt in our sister magazine We Like Sewing and we can’t wait to share it with our readers! This beginner friendly quilt pattern is made with thrifted sheets ... Read More