Wear Your Quilt Retreat - 1.5 Day Retreat with MLQC - September 25 & 26, 2026
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🧵✨ Wear Your Quilt Retreat ✨🧵
📍 Frank Wills Hall - Cochrane, Alberta
📅 Retreat Dates & Times
Friday, September 25, 2026
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Optional early setup)
Saturday, September 26, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
👩 Hosted by Sharla M.
Have you always dreamed of making a quilted jacket but weren't sure where to start?
This retreat is designed to guide you through the entire process - from planning and preparing your quilted fabric to sewing a beautiful, one-of-a-kind jacket you'll be proud to wear home.
Whether you're creating your own quilted fabric, using a cherished quilt, or choosing a cheater print, Sharla will help you navigate every step of the journey.
Leave the cooking, chores, and distractions behind and spend a weekend focused on creativity, sewing, and connecting with fellow quilters.
Your Quilted Jacket Journey
Session 1 - Planning & Preparation
Before the retreat, you'll receive access to an informative video session covering everything you need to know to get started, including:
- Choosing your jacket style and size (XXS-5XL)
- Deciding whether to create your own quilted fabric top, use a quilt, or work with cheater fabric
- Quilting options, including having Maple Leaf Quilting Company professionally quilt your quilt top or you quilt it yourself
- Closure options such as buttons, zippers, frogs, and more
- Fabric requirements and preparation tips
Session 2 - Personal Consultation
You'll meet one-on-one with Sharla to:
- Determine your best jacket size using physical sample jackets
- Discuss personalized design details and closure options
- Review quilt top and fabric choices
- Establish deadlines if you're having Maple Leaf Quilting Company quilt your jacket fabric
- Receive recommendations to help ensure your project is a success
Session 3 - Retreat Day
The excitement comes together at Frank Wills Hall!
You are welcome to arrive on Friday, September 25 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM to set up your sewing space and get settled in. (Please note that instruction will not be provided during setup time.)
On Saturday at 9:00 AM, you'll receive your pattern and spend the day cutting, sewing, binding, fitting, and finishing your quilted jacket with guidance from Sharla throughout the process.
By the end of the retreat, you'll be well on your way to completing a stunning custom jacket - and many participants will leave wearing their finished creation!
What's Included
💛 Printed jacket pattern and complete instructions
💛 One-on-one sizing and planning consultation with Sharla
💛 Expert guidance throughout the construction process
💛 Help with binding, closures, fitting, and finishing details
💛 Professionally quilted quilt top (for participants who choose our quilting service)
💛 Breakfast, lunch, and snacks
💛 A full day of uninterrupted sewing with fellow quilters
💛 A welcoming, supportive, and inspiring retreat atmosphere
Why You'll Love This Retreat
✨ Learn new skills and techniques
✨ Gain confidence tackling a wearable quilting project
✨ Enjoy dedicated sewing time without interruptions
✨ Connect with other quilters who share your passion
✨ Create a truly unique jacket that reflects your personal style
Important Information
- Spaces are limited.
- Tickets are non-refundable.
- Participants must complete all preparation requirements before the retreat date.
If a quilted jacket has been sitting on your quilting bucket list, this is your opportunity to make it happen.
👉 Reserve your seat today and join us for a memorable weekend of creativity, learning, laughter, and quilting! 🧥✨
By signing up you agree to retreat policies. Review them HERE
MLQC offers Free Shipping within Canada over $200. Rates vary by Province under $200. Sewing machines, Sew Steady extension tables and some AccuQuilt products are all subject to shipping fees due to the weight and size.
See our policy page for shipping and return details.