Maple Leaf Stitching Academy Beginner's Sewing Class - Japanese Knot Bag

Beginner Sewing Class – Japanese Knot Bag

Create your own stylish and functional Japanese Knot Bag in this confident-beginner-friendly class. This is a great project if you’re ready to move beyond the basics and build your skills while making something you’ll actually use.

In class, you’ll sew one large Japanese Knot Bag, and you’ll go home with the pattern to make two sizes on your own.

These bags are incredibly versatile and perfect for:

• Project bags

• Lunch bags

• Eco-friendly gift wrapping

• Travel and everyday use

Pattern Features:

• Two sizes included

• Fully lined

• Reversible design

• Unique knotting closure

Finished Sizes:

• Small: 9" W x 12" H

• Large: 11" W x 15" H
  👉 We will be making the large bag only during class.

🧵 What You’ll Learn

• Sewing basics and terminology

• Accurate cutting and piecing

• How to read and follow a bag pattern

• Bag layout and assembly

• Skills and confidence to create future bags in any size

📅 Class Details

• Date: Wednesday, February 25

• Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

• Instructor: Sharla M.

• Location: Maple Leaf Quilting Company
  141 River Avenue, Cochrane, AB

• Price: $44.99

• Skill Level: Confident Beginner

🧰 What to Bring

• Sewing machine, foot pedal, and power cord (in good working order)

• 18" x 24" cutting mat

• Rotary cutter

• Minimum 24" ruler

• Pins

• Pressing mat and iron

• 1/4" seam foot

• Coordinating thread

🧵 What’s Included

• All fabric for one large Japanese Knot Bag (choose your colourway below)

• Complete kit included in the class price

• Full printed pattern

• Step-by-step master instructions designed to build confidence and independence

• 10% off class accessories purchased during the workshop

Perfect for confident beginners looking to grow their skills while making a beautiful, practical bag. Spots are limited—sign up early!

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