About this Event
Join us for a creative, hands-on purse-making experience at the Lake Michigan College Fab Lab! In this workshop, you’ll design and assemble your very own custom purse using high-quality materials and digital fabrication tools.
Choose from a variety of unique purse patterns—like playful animal silhouettes, sleek modern styles, or geometric 3D designs—all laser-cut and ready for you to personalize. Our techs will guide you step-by-step as you stitch, assemble, and finish a one-of-a-kind accessory you’ll be proud to show off.
Perfect for beginners, makers, fashion lovers, and anyone who enjoys trying something new!
What you’ll do:
✨ Pick your purse style
🧵 Learn basic leather/faux-leather assembly techniques
🔍 See the Fab Lab’s laser cutters in action
🎨 Customize your creation with colors and hardware
🎁 Leave with a handmade, functional purse
Bring a friend, unleash your creativity, and make something truly unique!
What is the Fab Lab?
The Fab Lab at Lake Michigan College is an open access digital fabrication studio and collaborative workshop. We provide access to information, tools, software and space for anyone who has an interest to learn and create. The Fab Lab provides open access to design software, laser cutters, 3D printers, vinyl cutters, sewing machines, mini-lathes, woodshop, CNC router (ShopBot) and hand tools. For more information about the Fab Lab including educational resources, detailed equipment list, materials and suppliers refer to our LMC Fab Lab Manual.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lake Michigan College, Hanson Technology Center, Benton Harbor, United States
USD 39.19
