This is an intermediate-advanced level bag using a pattern. Keep in mind bag projects can be a more expensive project due to the pattern cost, interfacing and hardware and zippers. There are a few suggestions listed for eliminating interfacing or using less expensive options to help with the cost. You could also opt to skip
This is a smaller sized version of Julie’s Structured tote and works great as a tote bag for younger/smaller kids who don’t want quite such a large bag size as the regular structured tote. It is a great Intermediate bag pattern that is great if you have made a simple tote and want to take
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This is the Drawstring Backpack we make in the Intro to Sewing class! Level: Advanced Newbie-Beginner Time: 2 sessions Supplies: 3/4 yard of cotton quilting fabric or similar fabric – non-stretch Grommets – 3/8″ in size (it will say 3/8″ on package) – typically in silver or gold. There will usually be more in the
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This is an intermediate to advanced level pillow with a beautiful pleated detail on the front. Level: Intermediate – Advanced Time: 2-3 sessions Supplies: 1 and 1/4 yard of cotton quilting weight fabric 16″ pillow form (this is the same size used in intro class if you want to swap out the pillow!) 1 spool
Firecracker Fabric has various fabric panels available. Some are more beginner friendly with larger shapes and no tight curves or little legs. Some are more complex. The design is printed right on the fabric and student will follow directions on the fabric to make the item. If you are not sure which panel would be
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This is a fantastic source of free stuffy sewing patterns. Some of them we will need to modify as we do not have machine embroidery capabilities. But these patterns can be used as a starting point. FREE PATTERNS HERE. There are varied levels of complexity to these patterns, so if your child is still pretty
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A great, simple bucket hat – pattern is a free download! It is a soft hat (not a structured brim or hat) This is a color-blocked and reversible bucket hat (although it can be all one fabric inside and one fabric outside if you prefer. Level: Advanced Beginner – Intermediate Time: About 2 class sessions
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These are the same PJ Pants/Shorts made during the Intro to Sewing Class. No Pattern Required! This is a great choice for students who want to make a garment but are not ready to use a pattern yet. Even if you have made them before it’s fun to make again as practice, for gifts and
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This is a great first bag to make to understand how a lined bag is constructed without too many complicated steps Level: Advanced Beginner – Intermediate Time: 1-2 classes Supplies: 3/4 yard of a woven fabric for outside – can be quilting cotton or a heavier canvas or similar fabric 1/2 yard for inside (lining)
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This is a great project to have a first try and sewing a zipper! Beginner friendly and simple – it can be a pencil case, snack bag, toy bag, change purse or whatever you can imagine. I love these bags as reusable snack bags for lunches and travels! Level: Advanced Beginner – Intermediate Time: about
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