Meadowsweet Bag by Blue Calla Patterns
Class Description
In this full day class we will create the Meadowsweet Crossbody by Blue Calla Patterns. Read more about the bag below!
Prep work is required: Your fabric will need to be cut and fused in advance of the class.
Join us at our Thursday sewcial nights* for light support during your cutting & fusing prep work. BONUS you can use our Singer Steam Press for super fast fusing; it will literally save you hours!
*Note: This is not a part of the class, but an opportunity to hang out with other sewists and utilize our classroom space and tools. Shannon will be around to answer questions and offer occasional assistance if needed.
This class is recommended for confident beginners and intermediate bag makers. Not sure if you fall into this category? Chat with us!
Please see our Class Guidelines and Policies before registering.
Lunch break from 12:30-1:00pm. Bring your own lunch or enjoy one of the many restaurants and cafes near our new location! We’re happy to provide recommendations!
About the bag:
The Meadowsweet is a great everyday bag with a detachable zippered pouch for added versatility. Think of it as your everyday organizer bag, easy to grab and go or even pop inside a larger travel bag!
Inside:
- 4 slip pockets
- spacious open interior section
Outside:
- detachable zipper pouch with 6 card slots inside
- adjustable clip-on strap
Finished size: Approximately 6 ¼” tall, 9 ½” wide, and 3” deep
Supply List
Please chat with us about your fabric selections as not all material is appropriate for this bag.
Notions, Hardware & Zippers: (these are all included with your class fee!)- 1.35m strap webbing (1 ½” width)
- 2 D-rings or O-rings (1” width)
- 1 slider (1 ½” width)
- 2 swivel clasps, for bag strap (1 ½”)
- 2 swivel clasps, for removable pouch (½”)
- 0.7m zipper by the metre (size 5)
- 3 zipper pulls (size 5)
- 1.8m foldover elastic (1” width)
Fabric & Stabilizer Requirements: (not included in your class fee)
- 0.6m exterior fabric (44” wide)
- 0.6m lining fabric (44” wide)
- 1 fat quarter (coordinating lining for removable pouch)
- 0.55m fusible light woven interfacing (Pellon SF101, 20”wide)*
- 0.45m firm sew-in interfacing (Peltex 70 or similar, 20” wide)*
*Your stabilizer requirements may differ slightly depending on the thickness/durability of your fabric.
Additional optional: (not included in your class fee)
- 2 chicago screws (or 2 rivets)
- 1 zipper pull, for removable pouch (4 pulls total with this option)
- 1.35m strap webbing, for removable pouch strap (½” – 1” width)
- 1 slider, for removable pouch strap (½” – 1” width)
- 2 D-rings, for removable pouch strap (½” – 1” width)
Tools
You Will Need:
- Working sewing machine (bring all your feet and accessories just in case)
- Zipper foot for your machine
- Extra needles for your machine (We recommend Microtex sharp size 14)
- Good quality polyester thread to work in your machine (Embellish carries Wonderfil Polyester and a heavier HomeDec)
- Bobbins for your machine
- Sewing needle for hand sewing
- Small Ruler
- Fabric scissors
- ‘Not so good’ scissors for cutting zipper tape
Nice to Have, but Not Necessary:
- Walking foot for your machine or IDT system
- Small cutting mat
- Lighter to seal zipper/webbing ends
- Small screwdriver
- Double sided tape (DST)
- Fabric glue
- Fray check
Please label your supplies!
All supplies and notions available at Embellish, unless otherwise noted. We are happy to offer a 10% discount on class supplies, including rulers, rotary cutters, and cutting mats; please remind us at the cash desk!
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | This class is recommended for confident beginners and intermediate bag makers. Not sure if you fall into this category? Chat with us! |
| Materials Included: | Includes pattern and hardware/notions kit |
| 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 decor. A friendly face delighted to assist you with all your creative endeavours! |
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