Two class sessions: Tuesdays, January 14^th and 28th, 10am-3pm both days

Noodlehead bag patterns are very popular due to their cut-above level of sophistication and excellent instructions. The Compass Bag is a perfect example! Join us to create one for yourself or as a welcomed gift. This attractive bag pattern can be made in two sizes: Large (11 1/2” wide x 13” high x 5” deep) or Small (9 1/2"” wide x 11” high x 4” deep). It features an interior zipper pocket and divided slip pocket, along with the options of an adjustable crossbody strap or fixed length shoulder strap and exterior slip pockets or cargo pockets with flaps. There is a center seam on the bag front and back that provides the fun opportunity to vary your exterior fabrics, as we did on our shop sample.

This class will include tips and methods for achieving professional-looking topstitching, how to prevent a baggy lining, installation of magnet closures and constructing a rectangular bag base (it’s easier than you think). We will also cover optional rivet placement and instructor will have a rivet press and rivets in class to practice with and use on your bag, if you wish.

This is an advanced beginner/intermediate bagmaking class and it is helpful if you have previously worked with zippers and bag thicknesses.

Please review the pattern prior to class. Feel free to contact instructor with any questions.

Bring a sack lunch and/or snacks, if you wish.

Instructor: Cyndy White

Email: cykre8@aol.com

Supplies to bring to class

-The Compass Bag pattern by Noodlehead and all listed materials. We have a kits available for this bag, but they are selling fast. The shop sample will remain available in the shop to study if you want to put together your own materials.

-Thread to match bag fabrics, you may want several colors to match everything. Polyester recommended for all construction seams. You may opt for a heavier weight topstitching or upholstery thread to highlight your topstitching.

-Sewing machine and attachments

-Your favorite all-purpose presser foot

-Edge stitch foot (aka blind hem foot), if you have one

-Rotary cutter and ruler(s)

-Size 90/14 Topstitching needles (Microtex also works. Not universal or ball point tip. The topstitching needle

is sharp and sturdy to better go through the multiple layers of the bag).

-Basic sewing tools including bobbins, thread snips, seam ripper, straight pins, small ruler or seam gauge,

hand stitching needle

-Wonder Clips

-Stiletto, By Annie’s is highly recommended (opt.)

-1/8” double-sided basting tape

-Fabric shears and small detail scissors

-Chalk marker or removeable fabric marker of your choice

-Sturdy mixed media scissors for trimming thick seams and zippers (opt., instructor will have a pair available)