Class, Ellie & Mac, Reusable Gift Bag
Gift Bag Class with Kelley Richardson
Date: Thursday, December 17
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Overview
Create a beautiful reusable fabric gift bag that adds a special handmade touch to any present. In this fun and practical sewing class, you'll make a fully lined fabric gift bag featuring decorative fabric or tulle accents that create the look of traditional gift tissue paper. The pattern includes everything needed to create a professional-looking, gift-ready project that can be reused again and again.
This project is perfect for sewists looking for a quick, satisfying make while learning techniques that can be applied to a variety of bags and gift-giving projects. You'll learn construction methods that create a polished finish inside and out, along with tips for customizing your bags for holidays, birthdays, showers, and other special occasions. By the end of class, you'll leave with a completed gift bag and the confidence to make more in different sizes and fabrics at home.
What You'll Learn
- Fabric selection and preparation
- Creating a lined gift bag with professional finishes
- Accurate cutting and assembly techniques
- Working with fabric and tulle embellishments
- Finishing techniques for a polished appearance
- Tips for customising gift bags for any occasion
Skill Level
Confident Beginner and Up
Requirements
- Sewing machine in good working order
- Cotton fabric for exterior and lining (approximately 1 m total)
- Tulle (optional) for creating the tissue-paper effect
- Coordinating thread
- Good quality pins or clips
- Sharp fabric scissors or rotary cutter
- Small scissors or thread snips
- Measuring tape or sewing gauge
- Fabric marking tool or chalk
- Seam ripper
Pattern Information
The pattern includes instructions for creating a reusable fabric gift bag complete with decorative fabric or tulle inserts that mimic traditional gift tissue paper. Choose fabrics to suit any occasion and create a gift presentation that's as memorable as the gift itself.
Finished Size
Finished size will vary depending on the pattern option selected. The techniques taught in class can easily be adapted to create additional gift bags in other sizes.
Please refrain from wearing perfume on the day of class
Class Policies
Please read and understand the following before registering for a class - thanks!
General:
- Class fees must be paid in full at the time of registration to reserve your spot. Space is reserved on first-come first-serve basis.
- Supply lists are available online for the classes. Go to shop.amongbrendasquilts.com and search for your class under 'classes'. Most classes also have sample quilts, bags or garments displayed in the shop.
- Class fees are for instruction only and do not include materials for class, unless otherwise stated.
- Most classes have a pattern, book, or specialized tool requirement. These will be noted on the supply list. Each student must have a LEGAL copy of the pattern or book.
- Some courses are all inclusive (e.g., class materials are bundled in the price). If you already possess some or all of the required materials, a store credit/gift certificate will be issued.
- Students are required to bring; 1) a sewing machine in good working order, 2) machine accessories, & 3) basic sewing supplies to each class; unless otherwise stated. You should be familiar with the operation of your machine before class, please bring your manual if in doubt.
- We are more than happy to help you in your selection of class materials, but please do so prior to class.
- Some classes require a small amount of homework prior to the class. Please arrive prepared so that you can start on the fun part right away!
- Class will start on time, so please arrive at least 15 minutes early and be set up and ready to go.
- If you bring your cell phone to class please be considerate of others and put it on vibrate/silent prior to class. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, as some people have allergic reactions to scents. Also, if you bring a drink, please use a container with a lid.
- If there is nothing scheduled in our classroom after your class ends, please feel free to stay and use the space to continue working on your project until the shop closes.
- Please refrain from using perfumed products the day of class.
Cancellations:
- Most classes have a minimum enrolment (usually 3 students). If the class is cancelled due to low enrolment, you will be notified and all course fees will be returned in full (your choice of a refund or store credit).
- If you can't attend a course, please cancel at least one week in advance. A store credit will be issued ONLY if you cancel at least seven (7) days before the course. Cancellations within a week of the course will NOT receive a store credit, though you may send a friend in your place.
- Workshops and other classes may be partially or fully non-refundable and/or require much more notice of cancellation before a credit is issued.
Please verify that any class you wish to enroll in meets your schedule and that you're OK with the cancellation policy before enrolling.
Thanks!
