Introducing the Second Vintage Quilt Jacket Collection with Ollie & Mags
Welcome to the second collection of the Vintage Quilt Jacket Collection with Kristina of Ollie & Mags Handmade. Last Fall, I shared the very exciting news of giving my thrifted cutter quilts new life in the form of charming vintage quilt jackets with the big help of Kristina. You can read more about the collaboration HERE. And, they are here and ready to go home to you!
To say that I am excited to bring these vintage beauties into the world is an understatement! I am thrilled! So thankful for Kristina with Ollie & Mags Handmade for bringing my curated vintage cutter quilts back to life in the form of jackets.
You can purchase these jackets this Monday, January 24 through my Etsy shop, Country Peony Vintage.
Click HERE to visit my Etsy shop to purchase these quilt jackets when they go on sale!
Kristina did such a beautiful job of letting the quilts tell their own story. Each quilt jacket is 100% unique and custom, just like the original quilt they came from. Some are longer, some match the pattern design in the pockets perfectly, and each has a unique collar.
Before I share all of the beautiful quilt jackets that are available, I wanted to share a little backstory. I am a collector of vintage quilts. Quilts are very special to me, especially vintage quilts. I come from a long line of quilters. Both of my late grandmothers, their mothers, my mother, my mother-in-law were/are all amazing quilters. As a child I even created a makeshift quilt stand out of a cardboard box so I could quilt alongside my mother and grandmother when they would have their quilting parties or quilt at home. I even won a ribbon for some handiwork that I added to a quilt when I was a child at the county fair. But, that is when I stopped quilting and I hope to pick it up when my children get a little older. However, watching the time, laughter, love, sometimes teamwork, and hard work that went into making a quilt was a beautiful thing to witness as a child. Then, knowing that most of the time a handmade quilt was meant for a loved one as a gift is even more special. So, when I go thrifting I always look for vintage quilts because I see the hard work and the story in every stitch, and I love that they are all 100% unique to the creator.
Along my thrifting adventures I noticed that a lot of these vintage quilts were in very bad shape because of wear and love over the years. About this same time I started to see vintage quilt jackets on Pinterest, and even some of my favorite bloggers like Brittany with The House That Lars Built took notice of this trend to upcycle vintage quilts into charming jackets. I thought to myself that it would be an incredible thing to bring some of these amazing and charming quilts back to life, and into a jacket for all to enjoy!
So, I reached out to my incredibly talented friend Kristina with Ollie & Mags Handmade to see if she was interested in bringing my quilt jacket dreams to life, and she was on board! For the next couple of months, I was on a mission to find the sweetest hand stitched cutter quilts that we could rescue. I found most of the quilts in this collection at the famous Round Top Antique Fair with my 5-year-old daughter by my side, and then I also found some at estate sales.
These vintage quilt jackets are made from true cutter quilts. A cutter quilt is a vintage quilt that has seen much better days because of wear and tear. We wanted to bring these charming quilts back to life instead of in a landfill. Coming from a long line of quilters we didn’t want to use any quilts that were in good condition as those could be used as actual quilts.
This week, with the help of the very talented Diane Mueller Photography and my beautiful cousin Kyala, we played dress up with these charming quilts in my back pasture. Diane Mueller took all of the photos in the pasture, and I love how they turned out and tell the vibrant story of these beautiful quilts!
You can read more about the collaboration and the original inspiration behind the vintage quilt jackets HERE.
There are two styles are named after the collaborators: Elizabeth and Kristina.
Style 1) The Elizabeth
The Elizabeth is a feminine, more structured fit. The vintage quilts that were hand selected for this fit are more feminine with pastel colors. A stunning collar with sweet details and charming pockets accentuate this style.
*This jacket does not have any buttons, but it would be really cute paired with a vintage brooch clasp at the top of the jacket.
Style 2) The Kristina
The Kristina is a fun take on a more relaxed, boho fit. The vintage quilts in this style are full of beautiful color, patterns, and soft texture that add to the eclectic vintage flair of this style. Just like a warm hug, these jackets make you feel right at home.
*This jacket does not have any buttons, as it allows for a more relaxed, open fit.
Each jacket has some wear and tear from use, but I believe that it adds to their unique story.
Now, continue below to learn about each custom vintage quilt jacket that is available in this second collection!
SOLD - The Elizabeth: Pink & Blue Star Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Small)
SOLD - Eventhough this charming quilt jacket has already sold through preorder, I would still love to feature its charming bold colors in a striking star pattern. The sweet Liberty fabric collar, and charming hankie add to its charm. It is sure to impress, and make you smile!
Size Small. This jacket fits true to size. Bust up to 36”, Finished chest measurement 41.5”
The Elizabeth: Postage Stamp Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Small)
The beauty is in the details, and you can truly see all of the amazing handcrafted details in this handmade quilt jacket featuring a charming postage stamp quilt pattern. This quilt jacket will keep you extra warm as the weight is a little heavier. Its color blocked green and blue trim and collar helps it stand out from the rest, and is accentuated with a sweet Liberty fabric collar.
Size Small. This jacket fits true to size. Bust up to 36”, Finished chest measurement 41.5”
The Elizabeth: Pastel Square Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Medium)
The sweet pastel fabric used in this vintage quilt jacket is highlighted by its sweet silhouette. It features pastel and floral fabrics in a square pattern with a beautiful Liberty fabric collar, and a unique light blue interior. This jacket is more lightweight with minimal batting. This jacket is sure to brighten your day!
Size Medium: Bust: 38”, Finished chest measurement 44”
The Elizabeth: Floral Applique Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Medium)
When I saw this vintage applique quilt with some staining, I knew it had a story to tell. It features a beautiful peach and green color story on top of an off white background. The stunning features of the applique around the front and back of the jacket, along with the beautiful stitch work of the original quilt make it a showstopper. This jacket is more lightweight with minimal batting. It is finished with a charming Liberty fabric collar. As you can see from the pictures, this jacket does have some staining but we believe that adds to its beauty!
Size Medium: Bust: 38”, Finished chest measurement 44”
The Elizabeth: Colorful Square Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Large)
The stunning contrast of colors in this square vintage quilt jacket are so beautiful. If you like colors and patterns, than this is the vintage quilt jacket for you. The vintage floral hankerchief and charming Liberty fabric collar only add to its beauty. You can see from the photos below that some of the square quilt patches are torn and are showing some vintage batting to add to its beautiful story.
Size Large. Bust: 44”, Finished chest measurement 50.5”
The Kristina: Yellow & Pink Star Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Small)
Sure to be a favorite, the cheerful colors and unique star pattern make this vintage quilt jacket a show stopper. It is extra cozy with thicker batting to create a warm hug feeling! Its cheerful disposition is accented by pops of yellow and pink, colorful fabric in fun patterns, and a unique lavender interior. You can see from the photos below that some of the quilt patches are torn and are showing some vintage batting to add to its beautiful, vintage story!
Size Small/Medium. Bust up to 37”. Following the size chart will result in a generously sized garment with a boxy shape. You may choose to size down for a more fitted look, but keep in mind that doing so will not only affect the overall garment width but also the fit of the shoulder and sleeve.
The Kristina: Red Star Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Small)
Another fan favorite! This predominantly red vintage quilt jacket features a striking star pattern accompanied by muted colors to let the red shine. The beautiful stitch work on the original quilt really stands out to create a high end and beautiful vintage quilt jacket.
Size Small/Medium. Bust up to 37”. Following the size chart will result in a generously sized garment with a boxy shape. You may choose to size down for a more fitted look, but keep in mind that doing so will not only affect the overall garment width but also the fit of the shoulder and sleeve.
The Kristina: Colorful Friendship Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Medium)
I love every one of these jackets, but this one may be my favorite from the collection. The original quilt is full of so much charm with the lovely pastel colors in a beautiful friendship quilt pattern. This quilt jacket is on the softer side with a little extra batting to create the coziest quilt jacket that feels like a warm hug! Some wear and tear is present as some of the batting is coming through.
Size Medium/Large. Bust up to 40”Following the size chart will result in a generously sized garment with a boxy shape. You may choose to size down for a more fitted look, but keep in mind that doing so will not only affect the overall garment width but also the fit of the shoulder and sleeve.
The Kristina: Bear Paw Circle Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Medium)
This jacket is rich in personality with its color story and unique pattern. The back of the jacket really highlights the stunning pattern from the original quilt and the beautiful greens, reds, and purples help tell its rich story!
Size Medium/Large. Bust up to 40”Following the size chart will result in a generously sized garment with a boxy shape. You may choose to size down for a more fitted look, but keep in mind that doing so will not only affect the overall garment width but also the fit of the shoulder and sleeve.
The Kristina: Tulip Applique Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Medium)
This vintage quilt jacket exudes charm. With its sweet tulip appliques and stunning scallop collar, this quilt jacket is extra soft and drapes beautifully!
Size Medium/Large. Bust up to 40”Following the size chart will result in a generously sized garment with a boxy shape. You may choose to size down for a more fitted look, but keep in mind that doing so will not only affect the overall garment width but also the fit of the shoulder and sleeve.
The Kristina: Bonnet Boy & Girl Vintage Quilt Jacket (Size Large)
I have always been a fan of a bonnet girl quilt, but this one is unique in that it also features a bonnet boy. Purple and light pink create a fun pattern around the extra charming bonnet boy and girl to create this whimsical vintage quilt jacket that is sure to be an eye catcher! This jacket is more lightweight with minimal batting.
Size: Large/Extra Large. Bust up to 44”. Following the size chart will result in a generously sized garment with a boxy shape. You may choose to size down for a more fitted look, but keep in mind that doing so will not only affect the overall garment width but also the fit of the shoulder and sleeve.
The Kristina: Vintage Patchwork Quilt Jacket (Size Large)
This jacket is rich in history and is made from a true patchwork quilt. Its feed sack fabric patches sit are stitched on top of a wool batting that is shown in some of the pictures below. The variety of the colors in this jacket make a very versatile jacket to wear. This jacket is more lightweight with minimal batting.
Size: Large/Extra Large. Bust up to 44”. Following the size chart will result in a generously sized garment with a boxy shape. You may choose to size down for a more fitted look, but keep in mind that doing so will not only affect the overall garment width but also the fit of the shoulder and sleeve.
Thank you so much for following along today. I hope you enjoyed this look into these vintage quilt jackets!
And, as always thank you so much for your support!
Please email me to let me know if any of them caught your eye!
I hope you love them as much as we do!!!
Elizabeth
