Description
Skill Level: Intermediate
*Please read the full class description before registering, as there is prep work that needs to be completed on your own before class.
These pouches are great for organizing your makeup, sewing supplies, tech gear, and more. The Clam Up pattern includes instructions for five different sizes, however in class we'll be making the non-quilted medium-sized pouch only. Please read below to see what you need to prep BEFORE class.
This class is suitable for intermediate level students who have prior bag making experience, especially sewing with zippers. If you have no prior experience sewing with zippers, we encourage you to register for our Simple Zipper Pouches class before attending this class. Students must be able to confidently thread and operate a sewing machine independently.
Finished Pouch Dimensions: 4-1/2" high x 5-1/2" wide by 4" deep.
Important Note:
- Students MUST arrive to class with their fabric pieces already cut out - please see the cutting instructions listed below. There is no time allotted in class to cut the fabric, so please make sure to complete this ahead of time. If you arrive to class without your fabric pre-cut, you will not be allowed to enter the sewing studio and no refund or credit will be provided.
Cutting Instructions:
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Refer to Page 2, Step 1A (cutting dimensions are height [lengthwise grain] x width [crosswise grain with selvedges on side]
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"A": Cut the exterior fabric, lining fabric, and Soft & Stable
- If you're using non-directional fabric - Cut (1) 14"x11" piece of exterior fabric, lining fabric, and Soft & Stable
- If you're using directional fabric - Cut (2) 7-1/2" x 11" pieces of exterior fabric + lining fabric, and (1) 14”x11” piece of Soft & Stable
- "B" - Grab Tabs: Cut (1) 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"
- "C" - Swivel Hook: Cut (1) 2-1/2" x 5" piece of fabric
- "D" - Side Panels: Cut (2) 4-3/4" x 4" pieces of fabric
- "E" - Bindings: Cut (2) 2-1/4" x 4-1/2" pieces of fabric
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"A": Cut the exterior fabric, lining fabric, and Soft & Stable
Required Materials - Medium-Sized Pouch:
- (1) Pattern: Clam Up Zipper Pouches from ByAnnie
- (1) fat quarter or 1/2 yard for main fabric (body of bag)
- (1) fat quarter or 1/2 yard for lining fabric
- (1) fat quarter for coordinating fabric (grab tabs, gussets + binding)
- (1) 20" or longer zipper
- (1) 14" x 11" piece of Soft & Stable
- (1 to 2) spools of coordinating thread - we recommend that one color of thread matches your zipper color exactly
Required Tools:
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fabric scissors or rotary cutter + acrylic ruler
- seam ripper
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pins and/or wonder clips
- chalk and/or frixion marker
- large safety pin