Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Reversible Drawstring Bag (Class 8)

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Program Type:

Sewing

Age Group:

Teens ( 16 - Adults )
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration is closed because the event is full.
  • This event is for registrants age 16 and above.

Program Description

Description

Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn how to sew a channel into a full-lined reversible bag and insert a drawstring that will close the bag. Learn to apply a coordinate bias binding to finish one side of the bag to create two different looks for your reversible bag. 

Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification

Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.

About Beginner Sewing Level 1: these classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.

Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:

  • basis sewing tools
  • cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
  • pressing with an iron
  • basting and sewing

You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.