Join quilt artist and instructor Margo Ellis for a four-week workshop as you create a quilted backpack in your choice of three sizes. Each fully lined bag features three front pockets, an inside zipper pocket, and a handle for carrying as a purse. Choose a small size for an everyday purse, medium for day trips, or large for weekends away. Basic sewing skills are required; quilting experience and familiarity with using a rotary cutter are helpful.

Supply List

• Five fat quarters OR three ½-yard pieces of fabric; if using one color, bring 1½ yards. Heavier fabric, such as Sunbrella or midweight upholstery fabric, may also be used for the outer bag.

• ½ yard of lining fabric

• ½ yard of batting (large scraps are fine; Margo will also have batting available)

• 1½ yards of 1-inch webbing for straps

• 8-inch zipper

• Coordinating thread

• Button for closure

• Cording for drawstring (Margo will have cord locks available)

• Pattern: $7, ordered by Margo

Optional Supplies

• Magnetic closure

• D-rings and swivel hooks

• Zipper for purse-style bags

Hooks, buckles, D-rings, and a magnetic closure are available from Margo for $7.

Classes meet 12:30PM to 3:30PM on Tuesdays beginning September 15th until October 6th, 2026.

Workshop Price: $140

Notes:

The Seam Shoppe is the only fabric store in town and their staff is very helpful. Look at the samples in the store of color ideas. They offer a 10% discount to my students.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions - msmizre@gmail.com