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Sewing Machine Class: Make an Applique Cushion or Tote-style Bag

This class is for those new to using a sewing machine, wishing to creatively re-use items of old clothing or fabric remnants into practical objects.
Hackney
In-person
£25 pp
2hrs 30min
Beginner
What happens in this class?

This class has been designed for creatives new to using a sewing machine, wishing to combine upcycling, fabric construction and machine sewing to transform neglected items into gorgeous practical objects. The focus in this class will be making a cushion cover or tote style bag.

In this class

The focus in this class will be making a cushion cover or tote style bag. On completion you will be confident using a sewing machine, understand the principles of basic pattern making and cutting, create decorative stitches and appliqué. You'll come away with a personalised functional object, realised from your creative…

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Age Requirement

This class is suitable for all ages
All students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.
Your Teacher

Fabrications - an East London based creative hub!

Fabrications is an independent gallery, shop and workshop dedicated to the best contemporary textile practice and design, with a particular interest in eco-conscious design.

Fabrications opened in June 2000 in a refurbished derelict shop on Broadway Market in Hackney, East London. The shop's founder, Barley Massey, has spent the last 20 years finding ingenious ways to turn scraps into original fabrics and using recycled materials to create cutting-edge items. Since 2012, "The Imaginarium", a fully-fitted working studio, has hosted workshops and classes.

Barley has been awarded as one of…

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