Join designer maker Lauren Holloway on this day workshop to learn how to sew a personalised backpack.

In this workshop Lauren will teach the fundamentals of sewing. These will be broken down and taught with multiple demonstrations and one-to-one guidance. Lauren will first teach the basics of machine sewing to build confidence and skills along with learning essential troubleshooting techniques.

Over the course of the day, you will learn all aspects of using the sewing machine including threading and setting up, different stitches, applique, and making and joining pieces of a simple pattern. You will then make your own lined drawstring backpack with an outside pocket and appliqué design.

You will leave this workshop with confidence and skills in sewing using the sewing machine. You will have a hand crafted personalised back pack to be proud of.

Suitable for children aged 9 - 13 years

Tutor: Lauren Holloway
Date & Time: Thursday 19th February, 10am - 3pm
Venue: Scissors Studio, New Brewery Arts
PRICE: £75.00

Please note, students will need to be signed in and out of the class by their adult. If your child is taking themselves to and from the class, please notify us beforehand.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that no food is consumed in the studio

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this workshop for?

Suitable for children aged 9 - 13 years

What you will need:

• Sewing machines will be provided - you are welcome to bring your own sewing machine if you wish. Please bring a standard foot

• All fabric, threads and haberdashery will be provided

• Lunch is not provided so students will need to bring a packed lunch.

Meet Your Tutor - lauren holloway

Designer and Maker Lauren Holloway has been running her own slow-fashion handbag and accessory brand since 2013. She specialises in making sustainable bags, purses, laptop cases and toiletry storage, all handcrafted in her Bristol-based studio.

She has extensive knowledge and experience in designing patterns and sewing anything from coin purses to backpacks. Lauren offers a range of sewing workshops from beginner to intermediate level, where participants can learn the basics of using a domestic sewing machine, brush up on existing sewing skills or develop new techniques to improve their craft.