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The Big Bag Class





The Big Bag Class
Instructor: Charline Lovell

9:30am - 2:00pm (Bring a lunch or snack and drink)


$50 Class fee, $30 Kit Fee (Kit fee includes 3/4 yard Bosal double sided fusible, Fusible Fleece- 5" x 45", 1 1/4 yard Shape Flex, and 4 grommets) Fabrics for bag are not included in this pricing. You can use from your own stash or purchase from CQS with a 15% discount.
Pattern required for class. If you don't own pattern, it can be purchased here: The Big Bag Pattern

Techniques covered in this class:
~Construction of making a large bag
~Using fusible and stabilizer for bag support

~Adding grommets properly
~Learn how to reduce this pattern size to make a purse or bag

Students must bring the following items to class:
~Sewing machine with foot pedal and power cord
~Regular sewing foot, open toe foot, and 1/4" foot
~Seam ripper

~Heat erase marking pen
~Fabric scissors
~Thread that matches the fabric
~Stilletto
~Fabric Clips
~Small 6" ruler
~Pen and paper

Pre-work must be done prior to class:
Students must complete Step 1 A - D from pattern. In lieu of Soft and Stable, we will be using Bosal from CQS. The items for these steps are included in the kit fee. This can be picked up from CQS after you have signed up and paid for class. Please do not start anything until the instructor calls you to review.

~If you'd like your fabric quilted by CQS, please have pieces (outside and bottom fabric) stitched together as pattern indicates. Then bring to CQS no later than April 9th. (Cost of fusing and quilting is $30.00, not included in pricing above.) Quilting design used will be Diagonal Plaid by Urban Elementz. (Shown in bag picture above.) 

Please note: CQS will be open at 9:00am. Please arrive early to set up your work area so that class can begin promptly at 9:30am.


Skill Level: Intermediate
Skill Details:
Requirements: Students must have the following for class: Bodobo Bags~ The Big Bag Pattern. Must complete pre-work as described. Must purchase kit from CQS.
Instructor: Charline Lovell
Instructor Bio: Charline has been sewing and crafting since she was a young child. She loves all kinds of creative outlets but her main focus is sewing and beading. She enjoys quilting and making bags most of all. Charline enjoys teaching and sharing her love of sewing with others.
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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.