Drawstring Tote Bag Workshop – 25 April 2023

Suitable for: Confident Beginner Level

Learning Points:
* Laying out pattern & cutting the fabric
* Introduction to using interfacing
* Sewing the Drawstring Tote with 2 internal pockets
* How to top stitch and install Kam snaps
* Bonus session: Safe & effective use of rotary blades, quilting rulers & cutting mats

* Please arrive 5 mins before the scheduled time.
**This workshop includes usage of sewing machines.
***Sample projects shown are for illustration purpose only.
** Min. 4 students to start a workshop.

You will need to bring to class:-
A. Your own materials
1. Quilting cotton for the external fabric – 3/4 yard (or 70cm) length x fabric width (minimum 112cm)
2. Cotton for the lining – 1/2 yard (45cm) length x fabric width (minimum 112cm)
3. A lightweight to medium interfacing – 3/4 yard (or 70cm) length x 112cm wide. Suggest SMH interfacing item code 250F.
4. Thread & bobbin(s) for the sewing machine. Bring your thread colour(s) for the outer fabric and the lining fabric.
5. 2 meters of cotton cord (5mm wide). Please pre-shrink before bringing to class. You also have the option to buy pre-shrunk cotton cord from the instructor (please inform the teacher 3 days before the class date).
6. Kam snaps & use of Kam snap tool will be provided in class.

B. Your own sewing tools. The sewing instructor will forward you the list.