Budding Star Quilts
“Shop Talk”
Summer 2011
Bali Bags Supply List (Fabric Covered Clothesline Crafts Tote Bags) Instructor: Pat Cullen Also check additional information here. Tote Bag (12” wide X 11” high)
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Bali Bags Pattern by Aunties Two 36 – 2 ½ “ X 42” fabric strips (more if you want a taller bag). Strips are for bag, handles and binding 125’ of 3/16” or 7/32” in diameter COTTON clothesline, rated for 12 lbs. ((It can have a non‐cotton (synthetic) core as long as it is soft and flexible)) DO NOT USE POLY CLOTHESLINE Matching Cotton Thread – This project used a lot of thread! Before beginning, pre‐fill at least 3 bobbins. A 50 weight 2‐ply thread is perfect for this project. The sample was done with the Mettler piecing thread. 2 ½ spools were used Optional Lining and pockets: 1 yard of matching batik fabric Embellishments: Buttons to cover the end of the handles, or maybe something else! Have fun! Machine in good working order that has a good zigzag stitch. A free arm machine is also preferred, but not necessary Machine needles 90/14 or 100/16. (I used Schmetz Jeans needles‐make sure you have a few!) Machine extension table Scissors, rotary cutter, seam ripper, measuring tape, pins and any other usual sewing notions you might like to use Squared Bag (12” high X 12” wide X 6” deep)  Bali Squared Bag Pattern by Aunties Two  3 ½ yards total (or one Bali Pop and 1 yard) Body of the bag 36 2 ½” X 42” Fabric Strips Binding and handles 7 2 ½” X 42” Fabric Strips Interior Pockets 2 12” X 16” Fabric Rectangles  2 pieces of fusible fleece – 12” X 8”  150’ of 6/32” to 7/32” in diameter COTTON Clothesline. ((It can have a non‐cotton (synthetic) core as long as it is soft and flexible)) DO NOT USE POLY CLOTHESLINE  Matching Cotton Thread – This project used a lot of thread! Before beginning, pre‐fill at least 3 bobbins. A 50 weight 2‐ply thread is perfect for this project. A 40 weight 3‐ply thread (which is heavier) should be used for hand sewing the sides.  ½” Cotton Upholstery Piping – 2 yards  Machine in good working order that has a good zigzag stitch. A free arm machine is also preferred, but not necessary  Machine needles 90/14 or 100/16. (I used Schmetz Jeans needles‐make sure you have a few!)  Machine extension table  Scissors, rotary cutter, seam ripper, measuring tape, pins, wide painter’s tape and any other usual sewing notions you might like to use Budding Star Quilts
“Shop Talk”
Summer 2011
Bali Bag - Large
Amount:
1 Pattern
15 strips (may not use them all)
1 ¾ yds.
½ yd.
¼ yd.
1 ½ yd.
6” x 15”
Supplies needed:
“Bali Bag” Pattern
2 ½” strips – assort. Colors
Lining Fabric
Bottom & Handles
Top flap
Batting (thin or stiffer)
Fast 2 Fuse ultra heavyweight
Interfacing w/ fusible web on 1 side.
Medium weight interfacing
Magnetic closure
Spray Baste
Thread
1 ½ yd. (can be fusible, but not mandatory)
1
If interfacing is not fusible
Matching main fabric and if embroidering on the strips, colors
to match or contrast.
1” or more for pockets
Strip of Velcro
SEWING MACHINE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER!!
Rotary Cutter, scissors, mat
Cutting of patterns and fabric
Pins, marking utensil other common notions
#1181 Gadget Girl Bag
Supplies needed:
“#1180 Gadget Girl Bag” Pattern
Fat Quarters– assort. Colors
(bag top and flap, handles)
**1/3 yd. needed if fabric is directional.
Fat quarters must be at least 18”x21”
Lining Fabric, interior pockets & purse base cover
Bag Center Strap
Amount:
1 Pattern
3
1 1/8 yd.
1/8 yd or 1fat eighth
Fusible fleece for interfacing
Timtex or piece of cardboard for purse base
¼” elastic
1 ¼ yd.
9”X6”
1 package
Large Decorative button
1
Magnetic closures or velcro
3
Spray Baste
If interfacing is not fusible
Thread
Matching main fabric and if embroidering on the strips,
colors to match or contrast.
SEWING MACHINE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER!!
Rotary Cutter, scissors, mat
Pins, marking utensil other common notions
Cutting of patterns and fabric