If you have always wanted to learn how to sew but can't commit to a course over several weeks, then this is the class for you. In this class you will learn how to thread & sew with a sewing machine & make a stylish & practical fully lined tote bag with pocket.

I will guide you through the process of creating an attractive & useful bag with precise & simple instructions helping the novice sewer feel at ease, producing a professional looking bag that you can proudly say "Thanks I made it" or give as a gift - (if you can bear to part with it!)

What You Will Learn

• How to thread & sew with a sewing machine

• How to sew in a straight line, reverse stitch & why

• Explanation of stitch & needle selections

• Understanding fabrics, grainlines, the importance of direction of fabric & seam allowances

• How to make a lined pocket

• How to make, sew & turn a lining

• Boxed corners

• Topstitching

• Attaching & securing handles

What To Bring

• 50cm main fabric

• 20cm contrast fabric

• 25cm for the patch pocket

• 80cm lining

• Matching thread

• 1.6m matching webbing for handles (or extra fabric to make them)

Fabric choices - cotton canvas is ideal for this 1st project, or a lightweight denim, cord or a lightweight furnishing fabric. Quilting cotton would also work but nothing too lightweight or drapey. You may need around a metre of iron on interfacing if using the quilting cotton.

Your fabric should be 140-150cm wide, otherwise you will need more. (Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need any advise or you would prefer me to provide the fabric for an additional cost - samstitchmakecreate@gmail.com)

What We Provide

Expert tuition from an experienced teacher

Machines & all sewing equipment that you need is provided, (please contact me if you prefer to bring your own).

Who Is This Class For

Anyone over the age of 18, who wants to learn to sew or needs a refresher after not sewing for some time.

Classes are kept small so that you can learn at your own pace.

Please note - The studio is accessed via stairs & the toilets are downstairs. There is ample free offroad parking outside the studio. Refreshments are available, we will stop briefly for lunch, so please ensure you bring yourself something to eat.

I try to calculate how long a workshop will be and plan to finish each item in the allocated time but this isn’t always possible, If you are unable to finish in the workshop time I will make sure you are confident to finish your bag at home.

Refund Policy - Payment in full is required at the time of booking to secure your place. If you find that you can't attend 7 days or more before the start of your class you will be offered an alternative date or receive a full refund,

.Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for cancellations with less than 1 weeks notice.

Any questions please don't hesitate to contact me samstitchmakecreate@gmail.com