Sew the BeeBalm Waxed Canvas Backpack with Winnifred Smith during this 2 day class!
The Bee Balm Waxed Canvas Backpack is a medium sized backpack with 2 exterior zippered pockets on both sides of the bag, a drawstring closure that uses either grommets or a drawstring casing and a flap with a side release buckle closure. Inside the bag are 3 slip pockets and 1 zippered pocket. This bag is turned through the bottom of the interior zippered pocket.
Although the pattern is geared towards using waxed canvas as your main exterior fabric, you can also use waterproof canvas, cork or vinyl using the same instructions. If you would like to make the exterior entirely out of cotton fabric, there are some guidelines included to help you make the necessary changes to cutting and interfacing.
MEASUREMENTS:
10 5/8” W x 12.25” H x 6.25” D
This bag is so fun to make and comes together beautifully! You will love taking this class with Winnifred!
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Difficulty Level: INTERMEDIATE - Someone with a few bags under their belt, who is confident in cutting and interfacing fabric before class, but it is also enjoyed by those up to an advanced level.
Tools Required: A rotary cutter, mat and gridded rulers are needed to prep at home. You must have your own basic sewing supplies, a sewing machine with a zipper foot.
Pattern Required: The pattern is not included in the price of the class. You can purchase the printed paper version in our shop.
Check the website for complete kits available soon!
DETAILS:
- Shortly after your purchase (by the next business day), we will send you an email with helpful links to products & patterns, plus the prep requirements for the class. For this class there is very minimal prep required!!
Guidelines:
- Sewers must bring their own sewing machine, all materials, and equipment.
- Cutting table, ironing station, coffee and tea will be available.
- Class is between 9:00 am & 4:00 pm, with a 30 minute lunch break at 12:00. You can leave for your lunch or bring a lunch to eat at your sewing table. We do have a microwave and utensils. You are welcome to sew on your own through the break if you choose to.
- If we don't have our class minimum 2 weeks before class, the class will be cancelled and fees refunded.
- Class prep instructions (homework) will be provided by the instructor and emailed to you again 2 weeks before class. You are welcome to purchase the pattern and supplies before this date if you desire.
- There are no refunds on classes, but if you let us know at least 14 days before the class, we can issue you a class credit if you can't make it.
- Please note that the 10% off on orders discount does not apply to classes.
SEWING MACHINE RENTALS:
We have 8 x bernette 08 Straight Stitch sewing machines for rent during classes. These are high speed, heavy duty mechanical machines, equipped with an extension table. They work wonderful for bag making, and although they are powerhouse machines, they are not "industrial", making them very easy to use. Just thread and stitch! (Note: They are only straight stitch machines. Brief threading and usage instructions will be provided if required.)
Included with rental:
- Extension Table
- 1 x Standard Straight Stitch Foot
- 1 x Zipper Foot (Other feet available upon request)
- 2 x Bobbins
- Screwdriver
Requirements:
Only to be used with a thread weight of Tex 45 or under. (NOTE: Tex 70 thread can be used if it is bonded.) Use with Highspeed (HLx5) needles or any home sewing needle system (130/705 H), such as Schmetz needles. These are all sold in our shop.
Get to know the machine before your arrival! Watch the Videos: GO HERE FOR VIDEO TUTORIALS
To add the sewing machine rental to your sewing date, make sure you add BOTH the sewing date and then also the rental for the same date to your cart!!
Sew the BeeBalm Waxed Canvas Backpack with Winnifred Smith during this 2 day class!
The Bee Balm Waxed Canvas Backpack is a medium sized backpack with 2 exterior zippered pockets on both sides of the bag, a drawstring closure that uses either grommets or a drawstring casing and a flap with a side release buckle closure. Inside the bag are 3 slip pockets and 1 zippered pocket. This bag is turned through the bottom of the interior zippered pocket.
Although the pattern is geared towards using waxed canvas as your main exterior fabric, you can also use waterproof canvas, cork or vinyl using the same instructions. If you would like to make the exterior entirely out of cotton fabric, there are some guidelines included to help you make the necessary changes to cutting and interfacing.
MEASUREMENTS:
10 5/8” W x 12.25” H x 6.25” D
This bag is so fun to make and comes together beautifully! You will love taking this class with Winnifred!
___________________________
Difficulty Level: INTERMEDIATE - Someone with a few bags under their belt, who is confident in cutting and interfacing fabric before class, but it is also enjoyed by those up to an advanced level.
Tools Required: A rotary cutter, mat and gridded rulers are needed to prep at home. You must have your own basic sewing supplies, a sewing machine with a zipper foot.
Pattern Required: The pattern is not included in the price of the class. You can purchase the printed paper version in our shop.
Check the website for complete kits available soon!
DETAILS:
- Shortly after your purchase (by the next business day), we will send you an email with helpful links to products & patterns, plus the prep requirements for the class. For this class there is very minimal prep required!!
Guidelines:
- Sewers must bring their own sewing machine, all materials, and equipment.
- Cutting table, ironing station, coffee and tea will be available.
- Class is between 9:00 am & 4:00 pm, with a 30 minute lunch break at 12:00. You can leave for your lunch or bring a lunch to eat at your sewing table. We do have a microwave and utensils. You are welcome to sew on your own through the break if you choose to.
- If we don't have our class minimum 2 weeks before class, the class will be cancelled and fees refunded.
- Class prep instructions (homework) will be provided by the instructor and emailed to you again 2 weeks before class. You are welcome to purchase the pattern and supplies before this date if you desire.
- There are no refunds on classes, but if you let us know at least 14 days before the class, we can issue you a class credit if you can't make it.
- Please note that the 10% off on orders discount does not apply to classes.
SEWING MACHINE RENTALS:
We have 8 x bernette 08 Straight Stitch sewing machines for rent during classes. These are high speed, heavy duty mechanical machines, equipped with an extension table. They work wonderful for bag making, and although they are powerhouse machines, they are not "industrial", making them very easy to use. Just thread and stitch! (Note: They are only straight stitch machines. Brief threading and usage instructions will be provided if required.)
Included with rental:
- Extension Table
- 1 x Standard Straight Stitch Foot
- 1 x Zipper Foot (Other feet available upon request)
- 2 x Bobbins
- Screwdriver
Requirements:
Only to be used with a thread weight of Tex 45 or under. (NOTE: Tex 70 thread can be used if it is bonded.) Use with Highspeed (HLx5) needles or any home sewing needle system (130/705 H), such as Schmetz needles. These are all sold in our shop.
Get to know the machine before your arrival! Watch the Videos: GO HERE FOR VIDEO TUTORIALS
To add the sewing machine rental to your sewing date, make sure you add BOTH the sewing date and then also the rental for the same date to your cart!!
DISCOUNTS
An automatic 10% off is applied to when your subtotal reaches $75.00 CAD. When you reach this amount, you will see the discount in your cart!
PROCESSING
We strive to always ship by the next business day. Holiday or sale periods my cause slight delays. We provide fulfillment on weekdays only.
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HAVE YOU TRIED OUR
INTERFACING!
Support and stabilize your fabric with our Emmaline brand fusible woven cotton interfacing.
We have 3 weights of all purpose, woven, fusible, interfacing suitable for a range of weights of cotton, wool, faux leather, or knit fabric. These work very well to stiffen and add structure to exterior/interior bag outers & linings, pockets, or garments.