Make a Tote Bag @ Our Crafty Place

The Workshop

Your tutor, Melinda, is looking forward to meeting you and says: “During this afternoon workshop you will make your very own tote bag to take home. All the fabrics you will need for the class will be included in the price.
The bag itself will have:
• A full lining,
• boxed corners to give it some depth,
• a slot-in interior pocket,
• plus, an optional zipped pocket.
You will be making your own handles which you will be able to make at a length to suit you.
Throughout the session you will pick up tips and techniques to enhance your sewing skills.”

If you have a sewing machine, please bring it to use, especially if you would like to gain more confidence using it. Having gained the skills during the workshop you can go home and make loads more as gifts! NB: Our Crafty Place only has 6 sewing machines at present, so, if you can bring your sewing machine that leaves 6 available for people who do not have one yet.

What is the cost?

£30 + 71p card fee. This includes all the materials needed to make your bag and refreshments during the afternoon (excluding lunch)

How many places are available?

To ensure the quality of your personal experience, the group size is limited to 12.

What are the timings?

This is a relaxed afternoon running from 1.30pm to 4pm.

Our purple front door will be open from 1pm so we can welcome you in, you can get to meet Melinda and your fellow crafters and grab a cuppa before you start.

What skills are needed?

No experience is necessary. Threading a sewing machine needle can be tricky, as you need good hand-eye skills. Using the machine pedal requires understanding of pressure through the foot. There are levers to operate. Having purchased your machine it is presumed that you have thought about solutions.

What to bring on the day?

Anticipation to enjoy the whole experience!