Maxwell Bag Class

The "Maxwell" Bag by Abbey Lane Quilts is the perfect companion for all your "big" projects! Designed with functionality in mind, this spacious bag features soft yet sturdy handles, protective purse feet, and plenty of pockets inside and out to keep your essentials organized. Choose between the pieced version, showcasing 8 fun fabrics for a vibrant look, or the single fabric version for a classic style. Whether for crafting, quilting, or everyday use, the Maxwell Bag combines practicality and style effortlessly.
You will have homework between sessions.
Approx. Finished Dimensions: 7" deep X 17” wide x 13” tall without handles (20" tall with handles)
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Materials needed (purchase at the shop with your class 10% discount):
- Sewing machine in good working order
- The Maxwell bag pattern
- Fabric: Select your fabric needs using the pattern, whether single or pieced version
- 1-1/4 yard of foam stabilizer
- 1/4 yard Pellon 71f or 72f
- 1-2/3 yards of cording (22/32")
- 4 purse feet
Additional supplies + tools: Polyester thread, water-soluble pen/tailor’s chalk, cutting mat, gridded ruler, rotary cutter, size 14 or 16 denim or Microtex needle.
Plan to arrive 15 minutes early to set up your workstation.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | **Confident Beginner In addition to the beginner knowledge required: - Seam Allowance: Knowing what a seam allowance is (usually ¼” for quilting) and how to maintain it while sewing. - Using a Rotary Cutter: If using a rotary cutter, being familiar with how to safely and accurately use it along with a cutting mat and quilting rulers. - Measuring and Cutting: Knowing how to measure fabric with a ruler and how to cut accurately to prevent wasting fabric. - Assembly: Understand basic sewing construction including: piecing, matching seams, adding borders, and finishing techniques |
| Instructor: | Cindy Farinholt |
| Instructor Bio: | Our resident tote and bag expert teaches you the finer points of making your project a success every time. |
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