In this class we will work together to sew a multipurpose drawstring backpack with outside pocket. 

Day 1: Picking your fabric - we will discuss types of fabric and what fabrics are appropriate for this project. We will be preparing our pattern this day as well. Students will need to purchase (or otherwise source) the fabric for their project between day 1 and day 2.

Day 2: Cutting your pattern - will will work together to cut our pattern/fabric. We will be discussing grains and directional patterns.

Day 3: Sewing day 1 - we will be doing the basic sewing of our items this day. Your student will need access to a sewing machine (and adult supervision as necessary) this day. We should be able to do most of the sewing during class but your child may require a bit more machine time after class if they need to catch up.

Day 4: Sewing day 2 - this day we will be sewing casings and continuing our project.

Day 5: Sewing day 3 - we will be doing finishes inserting drawstrings today. Don't forget your safety pins this day! By the end of class your student should have a finished bag.

Please note that this is a leveled class. Each student is required to know how to accomplish the tasks in the previous levels before beginning classes of a higher level as I will no longer be covering those skills in higher level courses. If students need help learning a skill they have missed in a previous level class please message me and I can point you to a class where we teach that skill or set up a private lesson to make sure the skill is learned.

Novice: straight stitches, hems, casings, elastic

Beginner: straight stitching, some hand sewing, applying snaps

Confident Beginner: gathering, hook & loop tape (aka velcro)

Intermediate: fold over elastic, stretch lace, bias tape, pleats, darts, zippers, and pockets

Advanced Intermediate: sizing techniques

Experienced: beading, buttonholes, welt pockets

Advanced: couture techniques, french seams