{"product_id":"class-the-bee-balm-waxed-canvas-backpack-saturday-oct-10th-2026","title":"Class: The Bee Balm Waxed Canvas Backpack - Saturday, Oct 10th, 2026","description":"\u003ch6 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSew the BeeBalm Waxed Canvas Backpack with Winnifred Smith during this 1 day class!\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 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. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eInside the bag are 3 slip pockets and 1 zippered pocket. This bag is turned through the bottom of the interior zippered pocket. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlthough 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMEASUREMENTS:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e10 5\/8” W x 12.25” H x 6.25” D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis bag is so fun to make and comes together beautifully! You will love taking this class with Winnifred! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e___________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty Level: \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003eINTERMEDIATE\u003c\/span\u003e - \u003c\/strong\u003eSomeone 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools Required: \u003c\/strong\u003eA 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern Required: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe pattern is not included in the price of the class. You can purchase the printed paper version in our shop\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the website for complete kits available soon! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDETAILS:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eShortly after your purchase (by the next business day), we will send you an email with helpful links to products \u0026amp; patterns, plus the prep requirements for the class which includes cutting out your pieces and attaching any required interfacing.\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGuidelines:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewers must bring their own sewing machine, all materials, and equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003eCutting table, ironing station, coffee and tea will be available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003eClass is between 9:00 am \u0026amp; 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003eIf we don't have our class minimum 2 weeks before class, the class will be cancelled and fees refunded. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003eClass 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003eThere 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003ePlease note that the 10% off on orders discount does not apply to classes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-font-id=\"undefined\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSEWING MACHINE RENTALS:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have 8 x \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(168, 43, 18);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebernette 08 Straight Stitch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 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! \u003cem\u003e(Note: They are only straight stitch machines. Brief threading and usage instructions will be provided if required.) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIncluded with rental: \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension Table \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Standard Straight Stitch Foot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Zipper Foot \u003cem\u003e(Other feet available upon request)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Bobbins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrewdriver \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly to be used with a thread weight of Tex 45 or under. \u003cem\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tex 70 thread can be used if it is bonded.) \u003c\/em\u003eUse with Highspeed (HLx5) needles or any home sewing needle system (1\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30\/705 H), such as Schmetz needles. These are all sold in our shop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGet to know the machine before your arrival! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatch the Videos: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bernette.com\/en-CA\/models\/bernette-08-straight-stitch?srsltid=AfmBOorX2ld-ny2QT7i2CsDCZVwrQbXiEodWrbLCQQGLlqMoxBknhnM2#!tutorials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(116, 41, 120);\"\u003eGO HERE FOR VIDEO TUTORIALS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(116, 41, 120);\"\u003eTo 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!! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmaline Bags","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42145226293328,"sku":"CLASS.BEE2","price":65.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/8237\/files\/class-the-bee-balm-waxed-canvas-backpack-saturday-oct-10th-2026-class-emmaline-bags-inc-9216572.png?v=1774566609","url":"https:\/\/emmalinebags.com\/products\/class-the-bee-balm-waxed-canvas-backpack-saturday-oct-10th-2026","provider":"Emmaline Bags Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}