bag series: birdie sling
Join us for a 2-week session to make the fabulous Birdie Sling by Amy Butler! This modern sling bag is perfect for advanced beginner to intermediate level sewists. It's great for large, vibrant prints that just need to be shown off! We're offering a morning session in March and an evening session in May - choose which works best for you! Note: for the evening session in May, there will be a 1-week break in between classes.
This bag is great for everyday use - it's large enough to use for a pool or beach day, easily storing your towel, favorite book and water bottle. Or bring it with you on your daily errands like visiting the farmer's market or grocery store.
This class is suitable for advanced beginner to intermediate level students. Prior bag making experience is recommended; ideally, students will have successfully sewn at least one bag to completion prior to attending this class. Students must be able to confidently thread and operate a sewing machine independently.
Finished Size: 28" tall (including handles) x 18" wide.
Cutting Session:
We are offering a complimentary cutting session on Monday, May 12th from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Register for the cutting session here! If you are unable to attend the cutting session, you will be responsible for completing the following steps at home in advance of class:
- cut out the pattern pieces (Step 1)
- cut out the fabric AND interfacing (Step 2)
- adhere the interfacing to the fabric (Step 3)
Required Materials:
- (1) Pattern: Birdie Sling by Amy Butler (PDF download) - please purchase and download the pattern and bring to class with you
- exterior fabric: 1-1/8 yd of 44" wide quilting cotton
- lining fabric: 1-1/8 yd of 44" wide quilting cotton
- accent fabric (bands and handles): 1-1/8 yd of 44" wide quilting cotton
- 3-1/2 yds of Pellon SF101
- (1) 3/4" magnetic snap
- (1) spool of coordinating thread
We recommend using quilting cotton for this bag. Browse our quilting cotton fabrics here for inspo
Required Tools:
- fabric scissors
- rotary cutter + acrylic ruler
- seam ripper
- pins and/or wonder clips
- chalk or frixion pen
Cancellation Policy:
If you are unable to attend, a refund will only be provided if you notify us 72 hours in advance in writing by email, there is a waitlist for the class, AND we are able to fill your spot. Otherwise, a credit for a future class will be issued.
No refunds or credits will be provided if you notify us less than 72 hours in advance. By registering for the class, you are agreeing to this cancellation policy.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Students must have taken our Sewing 101 class or have an equivalent experience level. Students must be able to confidently thread and operate a sewing machine independently. |
| Instructor: | Melissa Balagot |
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