Basic Beginners - Part 2- Bag making workshop
Learn to sew, try something new! Get that machine out of the box/cupboard and learn the basics of how to use your machine, learn to cut out and sew a basic bag. This needs a basic understanding of threading the machine, and sewing straight lines, but is ideal for beginners.
This 2 hour workshop will help you gain the confidence to get started
Learn with Heather, who's a dressmaker/tailoress and who also curtain and soft furnishings.
Please note it is up a flight of stairs, but we can help carry your machines up the stairs if needed. Drop off is available at the rear of the property. Please contact us for more details.
What is provided:
- Learn how to cut out the fabric and pattern placement.
- Use of irons, scissors, threads, and fabrics to practise with.
- Help, advice and support throughout the workshop
- Step by step instructions and demonstrations
- Refreshments including tea or coffee and biscuits and cakes.
- A fun and friendly environment to meet like-minded people.
This 2 hour workshop is held upstairs in our shop in Northallerton High Street. With a maximum of 4 students per class, this is a hands-on class.
What you need to bring:
- Sewing machine (if you want to use one of ours, please email info@sewnew.co.uk in advance). Don't forget the power cable, foot pedal if you use one.
-1/2 metre heavier weight for the outside (like a canvas or upholstery)
-1/2 meter lighter weight for the lining (Cotton poplin, curtain lining, woven cotton). -
- 3m metres of webbing is needed for straps.
-matching threads
Wide range of fabrics, threads and webbing available in store and can be purchased on the day of the course. Please allow extra time to choose if you are buying on the day, to make the most of the workshop.Photos of some of previous bags made and fabrics in store.
- Optional Notebook and pen for notes
-Your glasses for sewing if needed.
