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Finished Size: 6" Bag (Standard Class Size)

For larger bags, please adjust fabric amounts using the guide below.

Recommended Fabrics

• Fabrics and samples from previous surface design work (shibori, batik, eco-print, etc.) are highly encouraged

• Or: medium-weight linens, quilting cottons, or lightweight canvas

Fabric Requirements (6" Bag)

• Exterior Fabric

  • ¼ yard or assorted scraps sufficient to create a 25" x 8" rectangle

• Lining Fabric

  • ¼ yard (coordinating or contrasting)

• Drawstring Tabs

  • Fabric to make tabs or twill tape, flat bias tape, or ribbon

• Optional Appliqué Fabrics

  • Small pieces for layering and embellishment

Cord & Structure

• Drawstring

  • 2 yards cotton cord or decorative cording

• Interfacing (optional, depending on structure desired)

  • Pellon (general-purpose)

  • Felt (soft structure)

  • Fusible woven interfacing (more stability)

Sizing Guide for Larger Bags

7" Finished Bag

• Main Panels: 29" x 9" rectangle

• Bottom Panel: 8" x 8" square

8" Finished Bag

• Main Panels: 33" x 10" rectangle

• Bottom Panel: 9" x 9" square

• Tabs: 6 tabs recommended for balanced closure

Please bring additional fabric accordingly for exterior, lining, and any patchwork or appliqué.

Tools & Notions to Bring

• Rotary cutter

• Small cutting mat

• Quilting ruler

• Fabric scissors

• Thread (neutral + coordinating)

• Embroidery floss and/or sashiko thread

• Pins and/or clips

• Large safety pin (for threading drawstring)

Optional (Nice to Have)

• Thimble

• Marking tools (fabric pencil, chalk, or hera marker)

• Small iron (if you prefer your own)

A Note on Materials

This project is an opportunity to bring together your personal cloth collection—layering pattern, texture, and stitch into a functional form. Bringing a range of fabrics will allow for more thoughtful composition and creative flexibility.