Maple Leaf Stitching Academy Beginner Sewing Class - Zipper Bag with Wrist Strap

Ready to stop being scared of zippers and finally make a bag you’ll love?

In this fun, hands-on class you’ll create a beautiful zipper bag using 3 fat quarters and Soft & Stable while learning essential bag-making skills along the way.

This class is perfect for anyone who wants to try bag making, quilting, and zipper installation in a relaxed, supportive environment.

What You’ll Learn

• Basic bag construction

• How to confidently install a zipper

• How to stop being intimidated by zippers

• Free motion quilting (if your machine is capable)

• Straight-line quilting with your sewing machine

• Add fun hardware to your bag to take it to the next level (like a wrist wrap)

During class we will complete one zipper bag 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:

• Double sided fusible Soft & Stable for 1 bag and fusible interfacing

• All hardware - 2 zippers with double slides, 1 D-Ring and 1 Lobster Clasp

Class Details

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Maple Leaf Quilting Company
141 River Avenue, Cochrane, AB

Note: Bag 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
• Zipper foot

• Free motion quilting foot (optional, if your machine supports it)

• 3 FQ's (Main, lining and Accent fabrics) and Coordinating thread

• Mini iron and pressing mat

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