Practically Perfect Bag Workshop

Join us for a hands-on sewing workshop where you'll craft a vintage-inspired handbag that combines classic charm with modern fabric flair. You will be creating a stunning, heirloom-quality handbag in this beginner-to-intermediate sewing workshop. In this class, you'll learn how to transform repurposed quilt blocks into a one-of-a-kind purse, complete with a classic kiss-lock metal frame, sturdy leather handles, and a fully lined interior. We'll cover techniques like stabilizing vintage textiles, construction of bag body as well as the detachable pouch, and securely attaching hardware.

There will be a lunch break - feel free to bring your own lunch or leave to grab something nearby.

This is the perfect project for anyone looking to combine nostalgia with function, and walk away with a bag that's practical as it is beautiful.

Skills You'll learn:

How to work with vintage or pre-quilted fabric
Interfacing and stabilizing for structure
Sewing pleats without bulk
Attaching a metal purse frame
Installing leather straps and hardware (maybe even cut your own)

Class Supply List:
(The Quilter's Lodge offers a 10% discount on class supplies)

Practically Perfect Bag Pattern (included in class fee)
Kiss Frame (included in class fee)
Bag Body Lining 1 1/2" yards
Lining 1 1/2" yards
Interface (optional) 1 1/2" yards

Sewing Tools:

Sewing Machine, foot pedal and power cord - (Please be familiar with your sewing machine, we can possibly offer suggestions but we do not know the details of how all the different brands of sewing machines operate)
1/4” foot or 1/4” guide
Coordinating Thread
Microtex 80/12 Sewing Machine Needles
Measuring Gauge - The Quilter's Lodge Throwing Star
Seam Ripper
45mm Rotary Cutter or 60mm Rotary Cutter
Scissors
Fine Patchwork Sewing Pins
Binding Clips

Shared Cutting Mats, 6 1/2" x 24 1/2" Rulers with Handles, Irons,
Ironing Boards and Design Walls are supplied by The Quilter's Lodge

Aynsley is a mother of 4 boys who loves to sew late into the night. She has been sewing since she was fifteen but didn't really get into it until about 2012 when randomly her friend asked if she wanted to join an online Quilting Bee, having never quilted before but a love to try new things she jumped in with both feet. She fell in love with quilting after a year in the Quilting Bee and making her first ever quilt -The Farmers Wife Sampler. Since then while raising the boys Aynsley has enjoyed growing her quilting skills slowly and quieting amongst the chaos. with her youngest heading school her desire to create and share has been ignited leading her to start Pattern Design. Aynsley launched Hey HoneyMuffin in late 2023 with her first Quilt pattern, Deco Star. With her most recent patterns being, the Check Yourself Quilt pattern and the Practically Perfect Bag.

Skill Level:	Beginner
Skill Details:
Instructor:	Aynsley Campbell

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