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UpCycled sewing series: Pants to Tote Bag
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REGISTRATION FOR THE APRIL 2026 SERIES IS NOW CLOSED. STAY TUNED FOR THE NEXT SERIES!
The UpCycled Sewing Series is back ! In these classes, we'll learn how to use our upcycling muscles to sew beautiful and unique creations using fabric from unexpected places. In the beginner-level 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. Upcycling existing garments is a super easy and accessible way to get into sewing, because it teaches you how garments are constructed and allows you to re-use existing pieces like pockets and belt loops. If there's a pair of pants in your closet that you never seem to wear, let's turn them into a 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 back together in a whole new way. 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 brand-new sewing skills, a new way of looking at unwanted clothes, and a custom tote bag designed by YOU! This series will run for 6 sessions, on Mondays and Thursdays from 7-9pm for 3 weeks. This class is designed for beginning level sewers, but open to sewers of all levels (however, please note that beginning sewing instruction is part of the class). All materials are included, but please feel free to bring your own pair of pants to upcycle if you'd like! April 6th Session 1: Class Intro, Learning to Deconstruct Garments, Choosing Lining Fabric, Bag Design April 9th Session 2: Pattern Drafting & Cutting April 13th Session 3: Sewing Machine Tutorial, Practice April 16th Session 4: Pinning/Assembly, Sewing on Elements April 20th Session 5: Sew Lining, Sew Outer April 23rd Session 6: Topstitching & Finishing |
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