Suitable for: Beginners
Price: £30
Location: Studio 6.17
Can you sew in a straight line? Are you looking for a fun and practical class to grow your sewing repertoire and build your sewing machine confidence? Then the easy sew yoga mat bag class is what you’re looking for!
Join in the fun and learn to sew this made to measure Eco-Friendly Yoga Mat Bag with two pockets, ideal for a water bottle and strap.
In order to join this class, you need to be able to thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin and sew in a straight line. That’s it. We’ll teach you the rest.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
How to correctly mark a shape onto fabric
How to measure your mat and adjust the design
How to use a rotary cutter and mat
How to make a drawstring top
How to sew around corners
How to make a strap
How to finish a seam with zigzag stitch
How make and attach an envelope pocket
How to use decorative scribble stitch
How to insert a circular base (great for sleeves)
Please bring your yoga mat with you as your bag is made to measure.
Fabrics are included but do bring your own if you wish. Reducing our carbon footprint is important to us and as we are sewing upcyclers, much of our fabric has been gifted or been something else before. Curtains/trousers! We have machines but you are welcome to bring your own sewing machine too.
Small and friendly group with plenty of individual attention from our tutor. There will be tea, coffee and biscuits to keep you going.
Tickets are £30 – http://upcycledworld.com/event/easy-sew-yoga-mat-bag-apr-2018/
We can’t wait to meet you!
Location details
St. Margaret’s House – Sixth FloorSt. Margaret’s House, 151 London Road
Edinburgh EH7 6AE