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Lullabee Fabrics - Sew a Bag in a Day

  • Lullabee Fabrics 41 Saffron Lane Leicester, LE2 6UP (map)

Join our full-day sewing workshop where you can create your unique cross-body bag in our full-1-day workshop! Ideal for confident beginners and experienced sewers who enjoy a social stitching environment.

Sew this sling-style bag with Emma to carry your daily necessities or to take for travel. Its convenient sling design allows for easy access as well as being out of the way when you’re not using it. It is compact yet roomy enough for the essentials.

Choose from a front zippered pocket (View A) or a patch pocket (View B), both come in handy for quick access to smaller items. An adjustable strap makes it easy to wear. Perfect for biking or daily use!

Guided by our experienced tutor, you’ll learn bag construction techniques, tips for sewing more structured fabrics, finishing methods, and how to achieve a professional-looking finish. This class is ideal for adventurous beginners and intermediate sewists looking to build confidence in bagmaking.

Suggested Fabrics:

Canvas (8-10 oz. weight) for exterior fabric. Quilting cotton or lightweight canvas for lining. Our team will be happy to help you choose the perfect fabric combination in-store before the class.

What You Will Learn:

  • Understanding the pattern

  • Laying out your fabric and cutting it ready to sew

  • How to work with wadding and do quilt stitching

  • Constructing your bag step-by-step using detailed instructions

What’s Included:

  • Use of all Pfaff sewing machines, overlockers, tools and equipment

  • Your own copy of your chosen sewing pattern

  • Tea and Coffee

  • Step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor

What you will need to bring:

  • It is strongly advised to purchase your fabric before the workshop so that it can be pre-washed, especially if you plan on using a linen-based fabric.

  • Please see the back of the pattern images for the list of supplies, including fabric, thread, interfacing, and notions like elastic and buttons, based on your chosen pattern and version.

  • Please bring a packed lunch

You will leave with:

  • A stylish cross body bag made by you

  • New sewing skills to tackle more sewing projects

  • Your very own copy of your chosen sewing pattern

Booking a class at Lullabee Fabrics entitles you to 10% off all our fabrics and haberdashery

Our team is happy to help advise on fabric and supplies for your project.

What’s Next?

Ready to build on your skills? Try our upcoming other classes.

Class Booking Policy

Please note that class bookings are non-refundable. Due to our small class sizes, rescheduling is also very limited. If you notify us at least two weeks before the scheduled class, we will do our best to transfer your booking to another date—however, this cannot be guaranteed.

All classes require a minimum of four participants to run. In the unlikely event that we need to cancel due to low enrollment, we will contact you promptly and offer either a full refund or the opportunity to rebook on an alternative date.

Minimum age for this class: 12 years old.

Important note: We will be taking photos during the session for our website and marketing purposes. If you prefer not to be included in the photos, please inform us before the session.

Please note: Depending on your individual sewing speed and experience level, you may not finish your project within the session time. However, we will ensure you leave with all the guidance, instructions, and support you need to confidently complete it at home.

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