About this Event
Introducing the UpCycled Sewing Series! In these classes, we'll learn how to use our upcycling muscles to sew beautiful and unique creations using fabric from unexpected places. If you've always wanted to learn how to sew but felt intimidated by it, this is the series for you! Upcycling existing garments is the perfect way to enter the sewing world, because you can learn a lot about construction and make use of pre-made pieces (like pockets) without having to create them from scratch.
In the Pants to Tote Bag Series, we'll join local artist Laly Makes to turn a pair of unused pants into a functional and customizable tote bag that you'll pick up time and time again. If there's a pair of pants in your closet that you never seem to wear, that fabric might find a whole new life as a durable and super useful tote! We'll learn how to deconstruct the pants, save pre-made usable pieces like pockets, belt loops, and zippers, and use a sewing machine to put all the pieces together. Bring your own pair of pants or choose from a few thrifted options, and choose a fun lining fabric from UpCycle's stash. You'll go home with new sewing skills, a new way of looking at unwanted clothes, and a custom tote bag designed by YOU!
This class is designed for beginning level sewers!! No experience is required. Open to crafters age 16+.
This series will run for 4 sessions, on Mondays and Thursdays from 7-9pm for 2 weeks:
- March 24th Session 1: Class Intro, Learning to Deconstruct Garments, Choosing Lining Fabric, Bag Design
- March 27th Session 2: Pattern Drafting, Cutting, Assembly & Pinning
- March 31st Session 3: Sewing Machine Tutorial, Practice, Assembling Inner & Outer Pieces w/their Elements
- April 3rd Session 4: Final Bag Assembly, Adding Straps, Finishing Touches
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
UpCycle Creative Reuse Center, 5380-D Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, United States
USD 161.90
