Learn Together Denim Tote
This workshop is a brilliant opportunity to spend time with someone important to you and you can both learn a valuable life skill at the same time.
All materials are provided.
Our tutor is DBS checked.
This session is open to 8 years and over accompanied by an adult, price is for two.
What will we cover?
During this session you will both have your own sewing machine and work on your own projects. We will explain how a sewing machine works, how to sew (with an emphasis on beginning, finishing and respecting your seam allowance). You are both going to learn how to lay out your fabric and pattern and construct a very useful, fun bag.
How will I be taught?
You will be taught in our lovely studio by a friendly and experienced tutor, through demonstration and guidance as you work.
With the opportunity to ask questions throughout, you will get the best experience you can whilst making sure everything is clear.
Our tutor is DBS checked.
Do I need any previous experience or skills?
This workshop is open to 8 years and over accompanied by an adult and is the perfect opportunity for your child to be introduced to a sewing machine.
Are materials provided? Is there anything I need to source myself?
All materials are provided.
What will I take home with me?
Your very own handmade denim tote bag.
Refreshments
Drinks and biscuits will be available.
“Third sewing course here. This one was bag making with my 12 year old. Very enjoyable afternoon. We both have great bags and some compost! Very easy project. Child depending. Mine could probably have done it around 9 but she did it really well age 12.”
Photography
During all of our workshops photographs are taken for promotional purposes only. Please make us aware at the time of booking if you would prefer not to be included.
Tutor
Karen has always enjoyed sewing and even as a child was cutting up small amounts of fabric to make dolls clothes. Karen spent many years working in soft furnishings before going on to working in an education environment, first as Primary school teaching assistant then running an after school and holiday club. She now loves sewing patchwork and always has several different sewing and knitting projects on the go!
