Lovely Easy Tote Bag
Class Description
In this class you'll learn basic tote bag techniques, including: how to make a boxed bottom, how to line a bag, how to add handles to a bag.
Construct a versatile lined tote using the Moda ‘XOXO Panel’. This multi design panel also includes fabric for zip pouches, pillow covers, and a bottle bag - instructions on the selvedge of the panel!
The fabric of this panel is slightly heavier than regular quilting cotton.
This project is great for a beginner sewist; teens and adults welcome!
Please see our Class Guidelines and Policies before registering.
Supplies:
- Sewing Machine in good working condition with an all purpose foot; bring your manual, foot pedal, power cord, extra bobbins and all your accessories
- Fabric Scissors or Rotary cutter, 6 ½” x 24 ½” ruler & 18” x 24” cutting mat (minimum size to efficiently cut a width of fabric)
- New 90/14 Microtex Needle
- Basic sewing kit with straight pins, seam ripper, thread snips
- Good quality black polyester thread (we sell Wonderfil Designer Solid)
- Frixion Pen or Chalk Liner
Included with the class:
- XOXO Fabric panel by Moda
- Fusible batting
- Cotton webbing handles*
*Alternative polyester webbing can be purchased separately
Please label your supplies!
All tools, fabric and notions are available at Embellish unless otherwise stated. Take advantage of our helpful and knowledgeable staff to assist in choosing fabrics; we love making recommendations! We are happy to offer a 10% discount on additional class supplies.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Confident beginner |
| Materials Included: | Pattern, bag hardware and zippers |
| Requirements: | Exterior fabric & lining fabric Fusible fleece & medium weight interfacing Optional 4m strap webbing 1.5" Sewing machines and basic supplies * See description for details |
| Instructor: | Shannon Gardiner |
| Instructor Bio: | Co-Owner, Shannon Gardiner, a Certified Window Design Specialist and BurdaStyle Certified Teacher, has a long history of design passion with experience as a custom closet design specialist, custom bag designer and maker, theatre practitioner and makeup professional. Shannon is also devoted to teaching and assisting customers with their personal sewing projects pertaining to fashion, accessories, and home d?cor. |
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