Textiles Workshop - Make an Oversized Tote Bag

Make your own tote bag in this fun textiles workshop in Manchester!



4 hours

Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 8 to 30
  £85 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Get creative in our vibrant city centre studio with the brilliant Luke-Matthew Iveson, as you learn to sew your very own painter’s tote bag from scratch. It’s a relaxed, hands-on session designed to build confidence and spark joy -- no experience needed.
This workshop is perfect for absolute beginners. Luke will guide you step-by-step, helping you feel at ease with the sewing machine and tools. If you’ve got a special fabric you’ve been saving, feel free to bring it along!
What to expect
  • Full access to sewing machines, tools, and materials.
  • Learn how to cut, sew, and construct your tote from start to finish.
  • Personal guidance to help you feel confident with the equipment.
  • A small, supportive class environment.
  • Option to bring your own fabric.
By the end, you’ll leave with a stylish handmade tote and a new set of sewing skills to carry forward
What you'll get
  • Take your painter's tote home! Leave with the skills and guidance to confidently create new pieces at home.
  • All materials and tools needed for the class.
  • Expert tuition from our friendly & knowledgeable instructor Luke-Matthew (Winner of Great British Sewing Bee!)
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
If you have a specific fabric you’ve been eager to use, feel free to bring it with you.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a cool gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Makers quarter - KAMPUS - Makers Quarter, Kampus, 42 Aytoun St

Just a 5 minute walk from Piccadilly train station situated amongst the Kampus Gardens. Aytoun street Car park is situated right next door.

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Makers Quarter
Makers Quarter

5.0 (80)
female Women-owned

We are Makers Quarter a brand new Makerspace in the heart of Manchester City centre. A one stop shop for creativesr, designed to support many different practices. We have a fully equipped pottery school, Art & Design studio equipped with screen printing beds, jewellery making facilities and a textiles and upholstery studio. The facilities will be bookable for members and most excitingly we will be hosting classes in all mediums giving the wider public the chance to learn a creative skill. The classes will be hosted by our members, local experts and well regarded international crafts people.
With the combination of classes and members drop in sessions we are giving visitors the chance to get hands on and seasoned pros a space to thrive….“We are evolving spaces for creatives & communities alike, which will hopefully make a positive impact in the way creative people can work”.

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