Maple Leaf Stitching Academy Beginner Sewing Class - Blossie Basket with Lid

Ready to try Quilt As You Go on a small scale and make a basket you’ll love?

In this fun, hands-on class you’ll create a beautiful project basket using 8 fat quarters (and/or scraps) and batting while learning essential basket-making skills along the way.

This class is perfect for anyone who wants to try basket making, quilt as you go, and use those fun decorative stitches on your machine in a relaxed, supportive environment.

What You’ll Learn

• Basic basket construction, small measures approximately 7" X 8" when finished, and the large 12" X 14"

• How to confidently master the Quilt As You Go technique

• How to use some of those decorative stitches on your machine that you have never tried 🧵🪡

• Use variegated thread in a fun & creative way

• Add a simple button & loop closure

• During class we will complete one project basket together, but with the pattern you’ll have everything you need to make more bags at home... and the fun continues!!!!

What’s Included in Your Kit

Your class kit includes:

• Blossie Basket pattern in 2 sizes

• Batting to complete 1 bag

• 1 Button and loop closure

• 1 inspirational charm to add that extra love to your basket ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Class Details

Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Maple Leaf Quilting Company
141 River Avenue, Cochrane, AB

Note: One Basket should be completed during class. 

What to Bring

• Sewing machine, foot pedal, and power cord

• Rotary cutter and cutting mat

• Scissors

• Zig-zag foot

• Pins or clips
• 8 FQ's OR 16 - 10" squares OR equivalent scraps (8 front pieces & lining fabric) 

• Fun variegated thread

• Mini iron and pressing mat
• Universal needle 90/14 or 100/16
• Stiletto

This class is the perfect way to learn new sewing skills, gain confidence with decorative stitches, and walk away with a beautiful handmade basket - plus the knowledge to create more at home. 🧵✂️