Monday we'll officially kick things off. You have the weekend to finish gathering your supplies. There are two basic versions of this pattern, the original and the quilted version à la the adorable Elizabeth Hartman (who incidentally will be teaching Perfect Quilted Totes at the Sew Down). You will need:
- The pattern, Weekender Travel Bag by Amy Butler.
- Fabric(s) and interfacing according to the pattern. If you are doing the patchwork version you won't need the interfacing, Peltex stabilizer or lining fabric.
- 5 yds. of 6/32" cotton cording. Note, this is the same as 3/16" cording (3rd grade math, equivalent fractions). I am using Nancy Zieman's Wrap 'n Fuse Piping 3/16".
- A zipper. Read the various blogs for opinions on what style is best. We won't need this for a few weeks so you have some time to decide.
- Coordinating Thread.
- It is recommended that you use heavyweight jeans/denim or size 16 sewing machine needles for sewing through all the layers.
- Many people also recommend the use of a piping foot to make attaching all the cording easier.
- Also suggested, Wonder Clips for holding all your pieces together while sewing.
For local peeps, Quilter's Way will be stocking everything you need to make this. Also the fabulous Jane has already made this bag so she's an excellent resource if you run in to trouble:-) Does it make you nervous that Amy lists a seam ripper in the tools needed section?
The goal is to wrap this up August 31st which gives you just enough wiggle room to put the finishing touches on your bag and actually pack it before you leave for Philly. Each week we'll have guest posts by BMQG members to help you along. Ready for some fun? If you have always wanted to make this bag or have nothing better to do this summer then you are welcome to join us too. Just call us Weekender Support Central!
The goal is to wrap this up August 31st which gives you just enough wiggle room to put the finishing touches on your bag and actually pack it before you leave for Philly. Each week we'll have guest posts by BMQG members to help you along. Ready for some fun? If you have always wanted to make this bag or have nothing better to do this summer then you are welcome to join us too. Just call us Weekender Support Central!
I think I'm going to do this. I wonder if I still have the pattern I bought 6 years ago :). I'm at a loss picking fabric though.
ReplyDeleteI'm in. I got the pattern a few months ago at Gather Here and have been waiting for an excuse....now to just finish LQF, then find the right fabrics
ReplyDeleteQuilter's Way has this down to a science - went today and they gathered up all the stuff I would need while I looked for fabric.
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