Learn to Sew - A Tote Bag
Duration: 4.5 hours
Class size: Max 4 students
Skill level: Absolute Beginners
This workshop is for absolute beginners who want to learn to sew and leave with a finished project. A tote bag is the perfect place to start your sewing journey, build confidence and follow a simple sewing pattern and let's face it, tote bags are very handy!
The pattern is designed for quick, enjoyable sewing and it's a super speedy make! I own and have gifted multiple versions of this bag. After selecting a fabric and coordinating webbing of your choice, you'll learn how to thread the machine, use basic stitches and finishing techniques as well as adding a little personalisation to your bag with a label of your choice.
The workshop covers essential techniques that can be applied to other projects and you will leave with a gorgeous bag and the skills and confidence to continue making at home.
By the end of the class, you will be able to:
- Use a sewing machine
- Read and follow a sewing pattern
- Cut and sew woven fabric confidently
- Finish seams neatly
- Trouble shoot common sewing problems
What’s Included
- Tote bag pattern
- Fabric & webbing
- Thread
- Labels
- Sewing kit & tools
- Snacks and hot drinks (please let me know if you have any dietary requirements).
There are 4 sewing machines available to use, please contact me directly at heyalimakes@gmail.com to check availability if you would like to reserve one to use on the day.
What to Bring
- Your sewing machine, in good working order (unless borrowing one)
- Packed lunch
Accessibility
This workshop will be held in at my countryside home in my quiet, light and spacious studio/ kitchen in Langford Budville, Wellington. There is plenty of parking on my driveway or in a small carpark opposite. There are a few steps up to the front door, I'm happy to help carrying your machine if needed. Detailed directions will be sent at least one week in advance.
My two small dogs will be home, after a noisy welcome they will return to their favourite pastime of snoozing! They can be shut away at request.
Cancellations
Life happens, if you need to cancel please let me know at least 7 days in advance, if you can, and you'll receive a full refund. Cancellations made 3–6 days before will receive a 50% refund or a 75% refund if I can fill your place. Unfortunately, cancellations within 48 hours can’t be refunded.
If you are unable to make it and would like to transfer your spot to a friend please let me know in advance.
If we ever need to cancel a workshop due to low participant uptake, illness or venue issues, you’ll receive a full refund or the option to join a future class.
Please note that this class needs a minimum of 3 participants to run.
Should you need to cancel or need more info please get in touch at heyalimakes@gmail.com