{"product_id":"learn-to-sew-bags-six-weeks-series-copy","title":"Beginner Back to School \u0026 Work BAGS! Three WEEK Series","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack-to-School \/ Work Bags Series – Three-Week Beginner Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet ready for school, work, or everyday adventures with three handmade bags! In this fun, beginner-friendly series, teens and adults will learn essential sewing and bag-making skills while sewing a zipper pencil case, an insulated lunch bag, and a convertible tote pack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll start with a simple zippered pencil case before moving on to the Chubby Lunch Tote and the Seamwork Lee Convertible Bag—a roomy bag that can be carried as either a tote or a backpack. Each project introduces new techniques, helping students build their skills and confidence throughout the series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the end of the class, students will leave with three useful bags they’ll be proud to carry into the new school year and beyond.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis class is for Teens or Adults.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (If under 18, just tick the box they are 18 and tell us in the notes the age of the teen)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkills You’ll Learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentify sewing machine parts and use a sewing machine with confidence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind a bobbin and thread a sewing machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstand seam allowance and follow pattern instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut, pin, and sew woven fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall standard zippers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSew linings and create neatly finished bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork with insulated batting and interfacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake and attach bag handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall grommets and a magnetic snap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a convertible cord strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for tweens, teens, and adults who are new to sewing or want to build their beginner bag-making skills. No previous sewing experience is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou may \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topstitchatl-classes.com\/products\/learn-to-sew-bags-six-weeks-series-copy?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4644f8a38\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epurchase materials from us at checkout\u003c\/a\u003e or bring your own materials. The materials will include the zippers, interfacing, batting, hardware, cord, and other project-specific supplies needed to complete all three bags and you'll select the fabric from a variety of choices when you arrive at the first class. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvided: \u003c\/strong\u003eSewing machine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethread, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epatterns and instructions, f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eabric shears, p\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eins and clips, m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003earking tools, m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeasuring tools, i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eron and ironing board, s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epecialty sewing machine feet and tools needed during class\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeeded: \u003c\/strong\u003efabric and supplies - you can purchase from us or supply your own. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBringing Your Own Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you choose not to purchase the materials from Topstitch, please bring all of the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZipper Pencil Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 fat quarters of quilting cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 standard 9-inch zipper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChubby Lunch Tote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 fat quarter or ⅓ yard quilting cotton for the exterior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 fat quarter or ⅓ yard quilting cotton for the lining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne 8\" x 12\" piece of fabric for the handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 zipper measuring at least 12 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e½ yard Insul-Bright insulated batting or 1 yard fusible fleece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 yards of narrow or ½-inch double-fold bias tape for finishing the interior seams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLee Convertible Tote Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⅞ yard heavyweight woven fabric for the exterior, such as canvas, twill, denim, duck cloth, waxed canvas, or heavyweight linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 yard medium-weight woven fabric for the lining, such as quilting cotton, broadcloth, chambray, or shirting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1⅜ yards lightweight fusible interfacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix ½-inch grommets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 magnetic snap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2⅝ yards of cording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric glue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel: Beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAges: Teens, and adults\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax Class Size: 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration: 3 weeks; each session is 3 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchedule Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 1:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn sewing machine basics and make a lined zipper pencil case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 2:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Work with insulated batting, install a zipper, and make the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sewcanshe.com\/chubby-lunch-tote-free-sewing-pattern\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChubby Lunch Tote\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 3:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Install hardware and create the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seamwork.com\/pdf-sewing-patterns\/lee-convertible-bag?srsltid=AfmBOorj2xQcdugCcvV8zZLgUFhcN3X9KCXZEVhuiLBmM94e4W28avyc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLee Convertible Tote Pack\u003c\/a\u003e, which can be carried as either a tote or a backpack\u003cbr\u003e*There might be some homework between classes to cut out fabrics at home. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImages by Sew Can She and Seamwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave questions about your class? 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