Join Candace (and Lynn) for this Quilted Patchwork Tote Bag. This is a 3 part class (with embroidery homework) so we will have plenty of time to finish the bag. This design is an  ITH in the hoop machine embroidery design.  The quilting and appliqué are done in the hoop and the bag requires 16 hoopings altogether (8 for the bag front and 8 for the back).  There are 8 different blocks in this design. Optional instructions for creating inside pockets and adding a zipper will be discussed. 

• Purchase the Embroidery Design (Quilted Patchwork Tote Bag)  from Sweat Pea Website and list SMP as your affiliate store: https://swpea.com?aff=124
  
• https://swpea.com/products/quilted-patchwork-tote-bag-4x4-5x5-6x6?_pos=2&_sid=91b382070&_ss=r

The design comes in three sizes - the 4x4, 5x5, and 6x6 hoops.  All sizes are included in your purchase. The bag is completely lined and has no raw seams.  The lining and borders are added with your sewing machine.

Finished sizes of the bag (approx.):

• 4x4 = 41cm W x 22cm H x 11.5cm D (16" x 8 ½” x 4 ½”)
• 5x5 = 51cm W x 27cm H x 11.5cm D (20" x 10 ½” x 4 ½”)
• 6x6 = 61cm W x 32cm H x 11.5cm D (24" x 12 ½” x 4 ½”)

Designs are provided in 9 different embroidery formats. The formats included are: DST, EXP*, HUS, JEF, PEC, PES, VIP, VP3 and XXX. 
*BMP and INF files are also provided, these are recommended to be used with the EXP files for Bernina machines. SVG files are included for cutting machines. Please note the SVG format can be converted to FCM within the Brother Scan n Cut software if required. 

Supplies to bring to class:  See pattern for details

• Embroidery Machine and embroidery module, power cord, and accessories.
• Sewing Machine to put your bag together (class 3)
• Hoops: our choice of sizes: 4x4, 5x5 or 6x6 (or similar hoop sizes)
• Stabilizer: see the pattern 
• (optional) Double-sided tape to line your hoop
• Interfacing: Optional Black Mesh stabilizer (no-show-mesh) 
• Fabrics: We used linen, faux leather, and cotton fabrics. See the pattern for more details (we will NOT be using leather in class to create this bag)
• Low loft Batting 
• Thread: Thread to complement your design
• Bottom Fabric (optional) We used cork, faux leather
• Sewing notions for cutting such as rotary cutter, mat, and ruler, Applique scissors such as Duckbill and Snips. Notions for marking, pinning, and clipping project. 505 temporary Spray Adhesive.