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StitchCraft Quilt Factory

Noodlehead Range Backpack or Making Backpack (YOU CHOOSE)



Purchase a pattern from us and get 10% off of your materials. Spend two days with instructor, Marcia Opien, and learn to make these useful and stylish backpacks.

There is an optional cutting out day included for April 2, from 10am to 2pm.
Bring a lunch both days, drinks and snacks are provided.




Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details:
Requirements: Supply List Sewing Machine - (If you do not own a machine, there is one available in the classroom, please let us know if you need it so we can reserve it). Thread, Pins, Scissors, Rotary Cutter, Sewing Ruler. There are two irons available with an ironing station in the classroom. However, some people may prefer to bring their own iron and small portable ironing board. *MUST PURCHASE OWN PATTERN*
Instructor: Marcia Opien
Instructor Bio: Marcia Opien is a Duluth native and resides in Lakeside with her husband Bill of 34 years and her rescue dog, Shelby. She graduated from UMD with an education and art degree in the 70's. Marcia retired three years ago from ALLETE after a 33 year long career as an IT professional. Since retiring, she now has time to return to sewing quilts, clothes, purses, aprons and homemade gifts for relatives, friends and charities. Marcia loves to sew and shares her enthusiasm with everyone she meets. She encourages all to challenge themselves and take the time to sew with the Marcia NO fear, NO failure, NO frustration philosophy. In other words, have FUN.
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Price is class only, pattern purchased separately

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