Mega Dream Bag
Join Melanie MacDonald, one of the 7 authorized BeColourful instructors in the world and is an experienced quilter/sewist for this 5 1/2 hour workshop (5 hours of instruction and a 30 minute lunch break)
The Mega Dream Bag is the perfect retreat or class bag! It initially looks unassuming, but your quilty friends will be amazed when you open this darling and practical bag to reveal the accessibility of all your sewing tools and notions!
It is not just for sewing, it can be use for many crafts and personal use such a toiletry or travel bag.
Special Features:
Customizable interior pockets.
Fully finished inside with no exposed seams.
Handles that drape out of the wat when in use.
Zipper opens all the way so that the bag can open fully.
Lots of room for all your needs and notions.
Bag Dimensions
9.5in tall x 10 1/4in wide x 6in Deep - 15.5in wide at the top when bag is closed.
Pattern (required)
Bodobo Bags - Mega Dream Bag
Fabric requirements:
Outside Top - 1/4 yard or fat quarter
Outside Bottom - 1/3 yard
Lining - 1/2 yard
Pockets - 1/3 yard
Straps - 1/4 yard
Handles - use the left overs of any of the above fabrics
Pellon SF101 Shape Flex - 2 1/2 yards
Pellon 887F Fusible Fleece - 1/2 yard
1 - 18" (or larger) nylon zipper
Pre-Class Cutting
In order to make the most of our time, there will be some pre-class cutting required.
Required supplies:
- thread
- friction pens and a white chalk pen
- 28 mm rotary cutter & replacement blades
- clips
- other general sewing supplies
Sewing Machine
- must be in good working order
- user guide / manual; always good to bring your user guide / manual incase you run into any problems.
- pedals, power cords
In our classroom at Watergirl Quilt Co, you will be able to enjoy the use of our
- tables; sit / stand mechanical raise and lower
- chairs
- iron and ironing boards
- cutting mats on large table for cutting
- cutting mat at each work station
NOTE: for added comfort bring a seat cushion.
Complimentary coffee and tea will be available in our kitchenette. Please bring a travel mug or sealed cup to avoid any spillage. Tap water is drinkable.
Lunch
There will be a 30 minutes break for lunch. Bring you own lunch to eat at your workstation.
NOTE: our fridge space is limited, so we suggest you make use of a thermal lunch bag.
Machine rentals
Don't feel like bringing your machine with you? Rental machines are available (limited quantity). Please contact our store directly to confirm current pricing and availability.
Arrival
You may enter via the main door of the store or if someone is in the classroom they can open the door to make it easier to bring your things in. Please note that you will be allowed in as soon as the front opens at 9:30 am. You may notice staff in the store earlier, but they will be busy preparing for store opening.
Parking
NOTE: there is time limit for the parking in the Shoppers Drug Mart parking lot.
Cancellation of Classes or Retreats
Should you decide to cancel your registration for an event, class or retreat, you will receive a full credit to a gift card as long as the cancellation is made more than 2 weeks prior to the class date. After that time, you will forfeit your full registration fee.
If you are unable to attend, you do have the option of finding your own replacement participant but Watergirl Quilt Co. will not assist with this or give any fee credit to the original participant. You would be required to email us the name and contact information of your replacement.
For more details on our "Refund policy" please refer to FAQ on our website https://www.watergirlquiltco.com/faq.htm
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Skill Details: | Please note this class is for an advanced sewist, but a is also good for a confident beginner |
| Requirements: | Must have or purchase the Mega Dream Bag pattern |
| Instructor: | Melanie MacDonald |
| Instructor Bio: | After admiring quilt magazines in grocery stores for years, Melanie finally worked up the courage to make her first one in 1998. She had a borrowed sewing machine and absolutely no knowledge of quilting, whatsoever. The results were predictably disastrous, yet she was completely and immediately hooked. In the twenty-five years since she has become an extremely adept and ambitious quilter, always willing and excited to try new techniques and tools. What started as a hobby has turned into a lifelong passion. Melanie is always making quilts, talking about quilts, admiring quilts, looking at patterns, petting fabric, going to quilt shows, or packing to go on retreats with friends who are equally obsessed passionate about quilting. There is only one thing Melanie enjoys as much as quilting and that is encouraging others in their pursuit of the art. As a former corporate workshop facilitator, Melanie strives to create a learning atmosphere that is welcoming, fun, and encouraging. She wants all students to leave her courses feeling empowered and proud of their efforts. While she enjoys teaching all forms of quilting, her favourite by far is paper piecing the BeColourful way. She saw her first BeColourful quilt online in 2011 and became determined to one day make them all! She has attended several of Jacqueline?s courses and is extremely proud and honoured to be one of 7 Authorized BeColourful Teachers in the world and one of 3 in Canada. Melanie and her dog, Bobbin, live in Ottawa, Ontario. Follow her on Instagram at Sewcial_ambition |
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