Beginner Sewing Class - The Lined Drawstring Backpack

This beginner sewing class is designed for students with no previous sewing experience. Whether you want to learn how to sew on a button, repair a torn seam, or explore sewing as a new hobby, this class is a great place to start.

Students will learn basic hand-sewing and sewing machine skills while working with common sewing tools in a safe and supportive setting. Instruction includes sewing safety, simple hand-sewing stitches, and beginner sewing machine techniques. As students practice their new skills, they will build patience, focus, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination.

Participants will complete a beginner-level lined drawstring backpack project and gain confidence using both hand-sewing and machine-sewing methods. By the end of the class, students will have a strong foundation in basic sewing skills and be ready to continue creating projects on their own.

This class is intended for beginner-level sewists with no prior sewing experience. Class sessions may end early based on the pace and progress of the students

Supplies to bring to each class:

• Basic sewing machine with manual (no computerized, no sergers)
• TWO size 10 or 12 universal/standard sewing machine needles
• ¾ - yd. Outer Fabric color/print 43”-45” wide 100% cotton
• ¾ - yd. Lining/Reversible Fabric: contrasting color/print 43”-45” wide 100% cotton
• 1 yd. of fusible lightweight interfacing (20" wide or 40" to 45" wide, whichever is available)
• Two cuts 7.5 feet each of soft cotton cord or paracord in a diameter suitable for your shoulder comfort
• L-square Ruler at least 24”x14” OR 18”x 24” Cutting Mat
• Fabric Scissors General/ All Purpose Scissors for paper
• Large Seam Ripper
• Sewing Seam Gauge
• Tape Measure 60”
• 2 –Spools of General/All Purpose Thread 100% polyester
• Long Ball Head Straight Pins size 24
• Pin Cushion (magnetic or cloth)
• Disappearing Fabric Marking Pen or Fabric Marking Pencil or Tailor’s Chalk in contrasting color of fabric
• Decorations: bling, patches, broaches, beads, etc. (optional)

Please Note: Images shown are stock photos provided as examples of the projects. Completed student projects will be similar in concept but may vary in design and may differ from the examples.