Textiles - Bestie Bag Mon, May 27th, 2024

Learn how to follow a pattern to cut, sew and finish the cult-classic Bestie Bag project from Blackbird Fabrics.

This is a two class workshop on two consecutive Mondays:
- 6pm May 27th
- 6pm June 3rd

Prereqs:
- Textiles Level 1, or know basic sewing machine functions (threading and straight stitching)

Learning Objectives:
- Using a pattern to create a finished object
- Adding zippers, straps, and lining to create a professional finish and well-structured bag.

Students will need to supply their own fabric. In town, we suggest Pearl's (an upcycled sheet or duvet works great for lining!) or Walmart. For ordering online or in Vancouver, we love Our Social Fabric and Blackbird Fabric.

Fabric requirements are as follows: approx 1 metre in a heavier fabric for the outside, and 1 metre in a lightweight woven fabric for the lining. More specific yardages can be found here: https://www.blackbirdfabrics.com/collections/bestie-bag-pattern/products/bestie-bag

"When selecting your fabric, medium to heavyweight wovens are the way to go! Our top picks are: denim, canvas, twill, heavyweight nylon, ripstop, leather, and vinyl. Though strong on the outside, your Bestie can be soft at heart: lightweight wovens such as poplin, lawn, batiste, and quilting weight cotton will work perfectly for an optional lining."

Thread, notions, printed pattern, and all tools are supplied.

Pre-requisites:
- We recommend students to have taken Textiles 1, or be familiar with using the basic function of a home sewing machine (threading the machine and straight stitching).