Learn the skills to sew with foam and zippers, and make quilted bags.
This big quilted tote is a great way to show off your favourite fabrics. It is easy to access, has sturdy handles, and closes with a zipper.
This class covers how to:
- create a quilted bag
- use foam stabilizer and interfacing
- sew sturdy over-the-shoulder handles for comfort
- reinforce the base for added durability
- install a zipper to keep contents secure (which falls flat against the tote for full access)
Sewing Level: Confident Beginner. Perfect for someone who has made a quilt or two (even a placemat or baby quilt), and is confident with their basic sewing machine skills.
Includes: 9 hours of instruction and a copy of the pattern. Supplies extra.
Grab your supplies checklist here.
Our store stocks a large selection of fabrics for you to purchase from for this class.
Location: 80 Mary Street, Port Moody
Frequency: Once per week for three weeks.
Leah is a local sewist with many interests. She is a trained traditional kiltmaker, quilter, longarmer, costume designer and dressmaker. Her grandmother taught her embroidery and crewel work as a child. She enjoys spending time with her kids at various highland dance and bagpiping events.