Join us for a fun-filled sewing workshop where you will cut out and sew a tote bag suitable for everyday use, holidays, picnics, shopping and lots more.
The bag is fully lined with a complementary cotton fabric and it has internal pockets perfect for phones, keys, make up and everyday essential items. It’s magnetic closure makes it secure and it has lots of room inside for all your goodies.
Stabilising the bag with Style-Vil foam wadding helps it to stand up even when it is empty and as an added bonus it is light-weight, making the bag perfect for travelling. Alternatively you could use a standard wadding for a softer feel.
Once you have made one for yourself, it will be hard not make plenty more as gifts for your friends and family.
Please note: in order to maximise sewing time, you will be asked to cut out the fabrics at home.
On this workshop you will learn how to:
Add webbing handles to a bag;
Sew a simple internal pocket;
Apply a magnetic bag clasp;
Insert a gusset panel;
Add lining to your bag;
Sew with Style-Vil foam wadding.
Skill Level:
Confident beginner
Suitable for anyone who can sew basic items such as cushion covers and tote bags, but who would like to go to the next level. You must be able to cut out your fabric without assistance.
What is included:
Detailed notes for future reference;
Use of our tools and equipment;
Expert instruction;
Maximum of class size of 6 people;
Your own desk with a storage cupboard underneath;
Tea/coffee and biscuits (sewing essentials!);
10% discount on further workshop bookings made whilst attending the workshop;
Free parking (Burghley Street carpark is the nearest).
Materials required:
Fabric A (upper bag) – 30cm x 112cm/44″ wide cotton or linen fabric
Fabric B (lower bag and gusset) – 35cm x 112cm/44″ wide cotton or linen fabric
Fabric C (lining and inner pocket) – 80cm x 112cm/44″ wide cotton fabric
Style-Vil Fix foam or standard wadding – 1m x 72cm wide
Webbing – 2.6m
Magnetic bag clasp
Thread (we recommend a good quality thread such as Gutermann Sew-All) – same colour as Fabric B (if you don’t want the stitching to show on the handles, you will need another thread to match the webbing)
Your sewing machine (including the pedal!!). All machines must be in good working order and should we deem a sewing machine unsafe, you will not be allowed to use it. However, please let us know in advance if you need to use one of ours at a cost of £5 per workshop.
(All materials are available to purchase in our studio by appointment).
PLEASE NOTE: it is ESSENTIAL that all cutting out is done at home. After booking you will receive an email containing all cutting out instructions.
Tutor:
Leanne de Lima Araujo – Leanne is the owner of Gather ‘N’ Sew. Her family and friends will tell you that when she is not at work, she is on her sewing machine making garments, quilts, soft furnishings, bags and gifts. Leanne has been teaching for over 10 years and has also designed most of the bags, quilts and other items taught in our workshops. Find out more.
Booking information:
How to book:
All workshops must be paid for in full at the time of booking.
Bookings may be made online, over the phone or in the shop and can be made up to 24 hours before the start of the workshop provided there are spaces available.
Due to the limited availability of places and the costs incurred in running a workshop, payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable unless someone can be found to take your place. So, please check your diary carefully before making a booking.
By booking a workshop you agree to all of our terms and conditions.
Cancellations:
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel a booking, please contact us as soon as possible. Sometimes we have a waiting list and may be able to find someone to replace you.
In the unlikely event that we will need to cancel a workshop due to not having enough attendees to make the workshop viable, staff illness or exceptional circumstances, we will give you at least 24 hours notice via e-mail and offer you a transfer, full refund, or voucher.
If you are running late for a workshop, please ring us to let us know. Unfortunately, if you are more than half an hour late, you will be unable to attend as there won’t be enough time to catch up and it will be disruptive to the other attendees.
Attending the workshop:
Within one week of booking, we will send you a confirmation e-mail. If you don’t receive one, please check your spam/junk folder.
The e-mail will include a full list of materials required, all of which are available to purchase in the shop or from our website. Please contact us ASAP with any queries.
All materials required must be purchased prior to attending the workshop.
A reminder e-mail will be sent one week before the workshop date.
For all workshops (apart from Know Your Machine) you will need to know how to use a sewing machine.
To save time we highly recommend that you wind your bobbin and thread your machine at home.
Please arrive a little before the start of the workshop so you can get set up and there is no delay or disruption to other workshop attendees. Admittance to the classroom will be permitted 15 minutes before the start of the class.
During each workshop you will make the item we have designed and to the dimensions we have specified.
Details of nearby parking facilities are listed on our Visit Us page.
