Crescent Tote Bag Class
Ready to make a bag that is not only beautiful but actually useful? Join us at Oh What A Stitch for a fun and hands-on class where we'll be making the Crescent Tote by Noodlehead!
The Crescent Tote is the perfect combination of style, functionality, and a little bit of quilting magic. With its unique crescent-shaped design, roomy interior, and comfortable straps, this tote is destined to become your new favorite bag. Whether you're carrying your latest quilting project, heading to class, running errands, or simply need a cute everyday tote, this bag can do it all!
During class, we'll walk through the construction of the Crescent Tote step-by-step, from preparing your fabrics and interfacing to assembling the bag, creating the straps, and putting all the pieces together. We'll share helpful tips and tricks along the way to make the process less intimidating and help you feel confident working through the pattern.
This class is a great opportunity to learn new bag-making techniques while spending time with fellow quilters who understand that choosing the fabric can sometimes be the hardest part! You'll have plenty of guidance, encouragement, and time to ask questions as we work through the project together.
Choose fabrics that show off your personality and make your Crescent Tote uniquely yours. Go bold and colorful, keep it classic and neutral, or us that "I've been saving this fabric for the perfect project" fabric that has been sitting in your stash waiting for its moment!
What You'll Learn
- How to confidently follow the Noodlehead Crescent Tote pattern
- If wanted, help for selecting fabrics and coordinating prints
- Proper preparation and cutting techniques (Please have your fabric and interfacing cut and ready before class begins)
- Working with interfacing and stabilizers
- Bag construction and assembly techniques
- Creating and attaching straps
- Tips for achieving a polished, professional-looking finished bag
- Helpful tricks for successful bag making
Come ready to sew, learn, laugh and have a great time! By the end of class, you'll have the skills and knowledge to complete your Crescent Tote-and hopefully the inspiration to make a few more because, let's be honest, one tote is probably not going to be enough!
Bring your sewing machine, your supplies, your favorite fabrics, and your creativity. We'll provide the guidance, encouragement, and quilting-friend camaraderie!
Whether this is your first adventure into bag making or you've already caught the bag-making bug, we'd love to have you join us for this fun project!
Come make a tote you'll love to carry-and have even more fun making it!
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Skill Details: | It is considered an advanced beginner skill level. Techniques required is zipper installation (front and interior pockets) and sewing curves with multiple layers of fabric and interfacing. |
| Materials Included: | Crescent Tote Pattern |
| Requirements: | CLASS REGISTRATION INCLUDES THE PATTERN. Please stop by Oh What A Stitch to pick up your pattern prior to class. SEWING MACHINE IS REQUIRED Supplies needed: Exterior Fabric: 5/8 yard Lining Fabric: 3/4 yard Fusible Woven Interfacing: 1 yard Fusible Fleece Interfacing: 1/2 yard (1) 6" zipper for interior zip pocket (1) 8" zipper for exterior zip pocket 1 1/4 yds of 1 1/2" wide cotton webbing (for handles) Recommended Fabrics: Canvas for exterior fabric. Quilting cotton for Lining. |
| Instructor: | Tina Anderson |
| Instructor Bio: | Tina is a passionate quilter with many years of experience. She is what we call the bag expert! Her knowledge is extensive and her skills remarkable. Tina has taught many inspiring students of all skill levels to express their creativity through fabric. Tina specializes in functional projects, such as the divided basket, combining practicality with beautiful design. She believes in fostering a supportive and encouraging learning environment, ensuring that every participant leaves with new skills and a sense of accomplishment. Join Tina to embark on your quilting journey and create something special! |
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