Ages 9-12 Beginner Machine Sewing: Halloween Candy Tote Bag

Wednesday, October 9 and Wednesday, October 16 
4:30 - 6:15pm (with extra time to finish the project on the 16th if necessary)
 
Note: this class is for beginner sewists, but your child should know: sewing machine safety, how to thread the machine, and be able to sew a straight stitch. If you would like to participate in this class and do not yet have these skills, please contact me at julie.napear@gmail.com to set up a tutoring session prior to the class so we can go over absolute beginner basics. 
 
I will provide sewing machines and Halloween-themed fabric and thread. If you want to make a tote bag that is not Halloween-themed, please bring 1/2 yard of woven cotton for the main fabric, and 1/2 yard for the lining. Feel free to email me if you need help knowing what fabric is appropriate. I have lots of thread colors, but if you would like an exact match, please bring your own. 

Market Street United Methodist Church 
131 S Cameron St, Winchester, VA 22601

Please note that high-quality masks (KN-95 or better) are both PROVIDED and REQUIRED. I realize that this is a deal-breaker for some people; if that's the case for you, please DO NOT purchase a ticket. This class is open to ALL people, including those will compromised immune systems. It is also wheelchair-accessible! 
 
We will:
-quickly review absolute beginner skills: threading the sewing machine, sewing a straight stitch, back stitching, seam allowance, and turning corners
-discuss grainline and cut fabric using a pattern
-create the main bag, the lining, and the straps, and then put them altogether

Total fee includes:
-two 1h45m classes, plus additional time to use my sewing machine if necessary. 
-take-home instructions to make more tote bags in the future
-fabric and thread to take home; sewing machine and notions to use in class. 
-credit card fee

Please email julie.napear@gmail.com to if you are not already on my Bloom Sewing list, or to request other dates/times for classes or private lessons.

Disclaimer: Bloom Sewing is not responsible for injuries. We will be covering machine safety, and the machines have built-in safety features, but there is still risk in working with needles, irons, etc. 

No refunds. If you can't make the class at the last minute, or are sick, please contact me asap about a replacement date. Kindly do not come to class if you are sick.