Create a beautiful patchwork crossbody bag in this inspiring one‑day workshop. You’ll combine denim and tweed to make a modern, stylish and sustainable accessory. This workshop is perfect for anyone who has completed our Beginners Sewing Course XL and wants to build their skills with a project that feels achievable yet exciting.
Patchwork Crossbody Bag features
👜The front of your crossbody bag will feature a patchwork panel made from denim and tweed. These fabrics work beautifully together and give your bag a unique, textured look. The back will be made from a single fabric to add strength and balance. This combination keeps the project manageable while still giving you plenty of creative freedom. Inside, your bag will be fully lined. The bag will close with a magnetic clasp, giving it a clean and professional finish. There’s a convenience adjustable strap for wearing ‘crossbody’ or ‘over-the-shoulder’.
What’s provided?
I’ll provide a ‘kit’ containing in everything you’ll need including lining, fusible interfacing, webbing for the strap, a zip, magnetic closure and the hardware for the adjustable strap.
What will I learn?
This Patchwork Crossbody bag workshop is a wonderful introduction to bag-making. Also as an introduction to upcycling ♻️ if you’ve not done any of that before either. Denim and tweed are perfect for re‑using. You’ll learn how to work with mixed fabric weights and stabilisers, and how to achieve a polished result even when using reclaimed materials. You’ll add a zipped pocket to keep your essentials safe and organised. This is a great introduction to an exposed zip technique very common in bags and purses. However it’s not covered in our Beginners courses so it may be new to you. You’ll learn how to attach the hardware (magnetic clasp and the slides for the adjustable strap) correctly and securely. These skills are useful for many future bag‑making projects, so they are brilliant techniques to add to your sewing toolkit.
Artisan Stitch provides multi-award‑winning sewing tuition and is proud to be Scotland’s leading sewing school. You’ll learn in a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment where creativity comes first. Clear demonstrations and expert guidance will help you feel confident at every stage.
This workshop is suitable for improvers. You should be able to use a sewing machine confidently and have completed my Beginners Sewing Course XL or have similar experience.
Please check here before booking, as once purchased, tickets are non‑refundable.
Join me for a day of creativity, learning and sustainable sewing. You’ll leave with new skills, new confidence and a beautiful handmade bag that you’ll be proud to use. I look forward to welcoming you to the studio. 🌿🧵✨
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