Skill Level: Intermediate

Develop both your quilting skills and bag-making skills in this class!

There is so much to learn in this quilt-as-you-go version of the log cabin block. "Quilt as You Go" is a method in which the patchwork is sewn directly to the batting (in this case we're using fusible fleece), eliminating the need to quilt the layers together after completing your patchwork. The block makes up the front, sides and bottom of the tote, then has one solid piece as the back.  The tote is fully lined, with an interior pocket and magnetic snap closure.   Make your own fabric straps or choose 1-1/2" wide webbing.

This 4-week class is suitable for advanced beginner students who have experience using a rotary cutter.  Students must be able to confidently operate a sewing machine independently.

Required Materials:

• (1) Handout: Quilt-As-You-Go Tote - included in the cost of class and will be provided for students
• 1/2 yard fabric for center of the log cabin block + back of bag
• (5) coordinating prints, 1/8 yard each or fat quarters for the log cabin block
• 3/8 yard fabric for fabric straps
  • If you want to use webbing, you will need 1-1/2 yards of 1-1/2" wide webbing
• 5/8 yard lining fabric
• 5/8 yards of Pellon 987F
  • If you are not using webbing, you will need an additional 1/4 yard
• 5/8 yard of muslin
• (1) 3/4" magnetic snap set
• (1) spool of coordinating thread

Recommended Fabric: We recommend using cotton or quilting cotton for this project. Our staff is more than happy to help you with your fabric selections!

Required Tools:

• fabric scissors or rotary cutter
  
• seam ripper
• pins and/or wonder clips
  
• chalk and/or frixion marker