The Schlep Bag

The Schlep Bag is a little like a potato chip – you can’t have (or make) just one! In this class, you will choose the size of bag you make. The instructions you take home afterwards will help you easily make more in any number of sizes.

For the outside of the bag, choose 2 coordinating fabrics. For a totally reversible bag, plan 2 fabrics for the inside.

Please read the supply list and cut your fabrics before coming to class. Adding an interfacing to the straps is totally optional, but should be done before class if desired.

Supply List for Schlep Bag

32 squares of quality quilting cotton prints or batiks, all the same size. Choose 6, 7 or 8 inches for your squares

• 2 fabrics for the outside of bag: Fabric 1 - cut 8 squares; Fabric 2 - cut 8 squares         
  
• 2 Fabrics for the inside of the bag: Fabric 1 - cut 8 squares; Fabric 2 - cut 8 squares  Or, for a plain lining, cut 16 squares of one fabric.
• Straps: 2 strips to coordinate with outside fabrics and 2 strips to coordinate with the inside fabrics. Cut each strip 5 inches wide and a length 1 inch longer than you would like your straps to be when finished. 

Cut your squares and handle strips before arriving for class.

Additional supplies:

Sewing machine with manual and assortment of presser feet
Thread for piecing and topstitching
Scissors, Pins or fabric clips
Rotary Cutter, Cutting mat
Fabric marking pen/pencil
Square or rectangle ruler for cutting the top of the bag.