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Sew a Tote Bag
Description
Learn the skills to cut and sew with handwoven cloth.
Learn how to use your sewing machine more efficiently.
Learn how to achieve a professional finish when sewing.
Demonstration on applying a zipper in a few steps.
As most will be using a handwoven cloth, however,
you may wish to use commercially purchased fabric or you may wish to combine both.
What you will learn
- How to cut your handwoven fabric
- How to correctly construct your for a professional finish
- Tips to improve your sewing
What you will get
- Pattern and notes to make more totes
Entry to parking is from the shared driveway with Brush Farm Corrective Services Academy. Drive to the rear of the house and park in the bays.
What to bring
- Sewing machine and all your sewing equipment
- Your choice of handwoven cloth or commercially purchased fabric
- Your tutor will send a list of additional items required
What to wear
Casual, comfortable clothing.
Appropriate for
People who have sewn before. Beginner to intermediate level.
The Guild brings together people who practise the arts of hand weaving, spinning and associated crafts and fosters and encourages the crafts by instruction, discussion and exhibition.
Joining the Guild has many benefits. These include:
- Discounted prices for workshops
- Use of the library
- Equipment hire
- Special interest group membership eg: Weavers Interest group, Tapestry Interest group, Braids Plus, Spinning, Temari, Piece Weavers.
- Invitations to members-only events.
Email: membership@spinweavensw.org for an application form.
Membership rates are for one calendar year starting 1 January and ending 31 December. New members joining from 1 October receive the balance of the current year for free when purchasing next year’s membership.
Membership, single, with emailed Guild News — $60.
If you would like a posted Guild News there is an additional $25.00.
Your Teacher
Maria Chiodo is a very experienced teacher/weaver who enjoys teaching and passing on her knowledge to others. Maria has a background in Fashion Designer/Teacher which has led to her using woven cloth to design/sew some beautiful clothing, bags, pouches etc.
Hand Weavers and Spinners Guild of NSW Inc has an average rating of 4.9 for their other classes.
See other reviewsCancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 14 days before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 14 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
- A credit note can be requested 14 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
Bookings
Secure your booking by paying according to the terms and conditions.
Materials
Most courses have requirement lists and a materials fee payable to your tutor in class.
Location of Workshops
Most workshops will be held at the Hand Weavers and Spinners Guild at Brush Farm House, 19 Lawson St, Eastwood. There is parking behind the house. Public transport is by bus accessed from Eastwood or Parramatta stations.
Times
Participants should arrive 30 minutes prior to class commencing. The venue must be cleaned up within 30 minutes of class finishing.
Discounts on Workshops
Network Groups: For each course, one member may pay at the member’s rate on confirmation of their financial status by their group and its approval.
Knitters Guild NSW: We have a reciprocal arrangement with the Knitters Guild whereby their members may enroll at members’ prices and vice versa.