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Tools of the Trade by Annie ***Florala Store***



1. Carry everything you need in these sturdy organizers.  The front zips open for easy access to rulers, cutting mats, sketchbooks, tools, and supplies.  The small portfolio holds a 12" x 18" mat; the large holds an 18" x 24"

2. Supplies needed:
     * Pattern - Tools of the Trade by Annie
     * Main fabric (body, ends, pockets, padded sleeve)                        2-1/2 yards
     * Lining fabric (bag lining, pockets, padded sleeve)                        2-1/2 yards 
     * Coordinating fabric (bindings, borders, facing,                            2 yards
          fabric divider, stabilizer sleeve)
     * Soft & Stable by Annie                                                              72" x 58"
     * Mesh fabric (inner pocket)                                                         1/2 yard
     * Fusible woven interfacing                                                           1 yard
     * Fold-over elastic                                                                        1-3/4 yards
     * Handbag zippers                                                                        One 24" single-slide
                                                                                                        Three 30" double-slide
     * 1-1/2" strapping                                                                         5 yards
     * Hardware                                                                                   Two 1-1/2" D-rings or triangle rings
                                                                                                        One 1" wide-mouth slider
     * Base stabilizer (clear acrylic or equivalent)                                    4-1/2" x 21-1/2"
     * 14mm sew-in magnetic snap                                                        Two sets
     * Heat resistant pins or Wonder Clips
     * Good quality fabric scissors
     * Fabric marker or chalk
     * Double-sided tape
     * Microtex 90/14 needle
     * 1/4" foot, general purpose foot, and walking foot
     * Thread - good construction thread such as Aurifil or So Fine
     * Rotary cutter with new blade and cutting mat


Skill Level: Intermediate
Skill Details: Students should have a working knowledge of their sewing machine; know how to use basic sewing tools such as rotary cutters and rulers; have the ability to read a pattern and perform basic tasks such as quilting fabric without an instructor; cut out & label the project.
Materials Included: Machine, sewing supplies and fabric are not included. Lunch, snacks, drinks are not provided.
Requirements: Student should bring their machine, cleaned, oiled and in good working condition with al normal sewing accessories to include the power cord, foot control, slide on tray if your machine has one and the manual you received when you purchased your machine. HOMEWORK BEFORE CLASS !!! Read instructions of the pattern. Following instructions, quilt fabric and cut all pieces. Label each piece as it is cut! Labeling each piece as you cut them will keep this process organized and make your class time more productive.
Instructor: Merilee Kennedy
Instructor Bio: Merilee has over 60+ years sewing experience making clothing, quilts, and a variety of bags and purses. She has built a large student following in the last 15 years as a quilter and bag maker instructor.
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Class price includes only one session. A second sessions requires additional class fees and a date to be determined in class. This price does not include lunch, snacks or drinks.

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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.