Zippy Bag Panel Party Class

Description:

Choose any of the Lori Holt Zippy Bag Panels by Riley Blake Designs—Zippy Bags 3, Calico, My Happy Place, or Zippy Bags 4. Each panel includes the printed pieces and instructions to make four large and four small project bags, all featuring Lori’s signature cheerful artwork. The only difference between the panels is the design style, so you can simply pick your favorite look. Any brand of zippers will work, and Lori’s Happy Zippers are optional. Create adorable, functional zipper bags using the Riley Blake Designs Zippy Bag Panels! These printed panels make it easy to sew perfectly coordinated bags in a variety of sizes—great for notions, gifts, travel, or organizing your sewing room.

In this class, you’ll learn how to:

• Cut and prepare your Zippy Bag panel pieces

• Add stabilizer for structure and durability

• Install zippers with confidence

• Assemble and finish your bags with clean, professional seams

• Customize your bags with optional quilting or embellishments

This class is beginner?friendly and perfect for anyone wanting a fast, fun project with beautiful results. You’ll leave class with at least one completed bag and the skills to make the rest at home.

Supply List:

Please bring the following to class:

Required

• Riley Blake Designs Zippy Bag Panel (any style)

• Zippers (sizes vary depending on panel; bring 2–4 to be safe)

• Lining fabric (fat quarters or ½ yard total depending on panel)

• Stabilizer or batting

  • Soft & Stable, Thermolam, or fusible fleece all work well

• Coordinating thread

• Sewing machine in good working order

• Basic sewing tools:

  • Scissors or snips

  • Rotary cutter & ruler

  • Pins or clips

  • Seam ripper

  • Marking pen

Class Notes

This is a fun, relaxed project—perfect for beginners, confident beginners, or anyone wanting a quick finish. You’ll learn techniques you can use again and again for future bag making projects.