EPW: Creative Sewing Skills with Elvira Pita

This workshop is for beginners who want to learn the basics of sewing by making a denim bag out of an old pair of jeans

Description

During this workshop you will make your own denim bag from an old pair of jeans.   You will be shown step by step how to cut , sew and make a lining for the bag to finish it off well after you have made your own pattern .

You will also be shown how to hand sew buttons, fix hems, skirts, shirts trousers and more sewing tips and techniques depending on time.

Prerequisites

Beginners welcome.

Supplies

What you need to bring:

Old pair of jeans you would like to make into your denim sling bag.

Any sewing paraphernalia. you may own.   Thread, scissors,  etc.

If you have a sewing machine please bring it along.

Your own lunch or there is a cafe onsite.

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