Description
Beginners Bag-Making Mystery Course Overview
Welcome to Our Year-Long Mystery Bag-Making Course – Perfect for Beginners!
Dive into the world of bag-making with our comprehensive year-long online course, designed specifically for beginners. Over the next 12 months, you’ll master essential techniques and create six unique bags from scratch. This course offers an exciting opportunity to develop your sewing skills while sewing stylish and functional bags that you’ll be proud to show off.
Course Highlights:
- Learn at Your Own Pace: Enjoy the convenience of pre-recorded video tutorials and detailed patterns that allow you to learn and practice at your own speed.
- Beginner-Friendly: Designed specifically for those new to bag-making, with step-by-step guidance to build your skills from the ground up.
- Fabric Requirements: Fabric is not included in the course. Each month, you’ll receive a detailed list of fabric requirements along with a cutting guide to prepare for your projects.
Join us to start your journey in bag-making, develop your skills, and create beautiful, functional bags!
Course Structure:
- Start Date: January 10th
- Delivery: On the 10th of each month, you’ll receive an email with a link to a YouTube video tutorial and a PDF with detailed instructions for that month’s lesson. Follow along at your own pace with clear, guided instructions.
What’s Included Each Month:
- A pre-recorded video tutorial
- A PDF with step-by-step instructions
- A cutting guide with fabric requirements
- Expert tips for accurate sewing and assembly
- Ongoing email support to answer any questions
Course Cost:
- Regular Price: £10/month (Total £120)
Course Format:
This flexible online course is designed to fit your schedule. You can pause, rewind, and revisit lessons as often as needed, ensuring you master each technique before moving on to the next.
End Goal:
By the end of the 12 months, you’ll have a collection of stylish and functional bags and the confidence to take on any bag-making project!
Month-by-Month Breakdown
- Month 1: Welcome and Course Overview
Focus:- Introduction to the course structure and goals.
- Overview of essential tools, materials needed for the upcoming projects.
- Learn about different types of stabilisers and their uses in bag-making.
- Month 2: Zipper Installation Techniques
Focus:- Master super simple zipper installation.
- Practice zipper installation on sample pieces to build confidence.
- Tips for achieving perfect zipper alignment and tips for neat and decorative top stitching.
- Month 3: First Pattern Launch
Focus:- First pattern launch, featuring a simple bag design.
- Full instructions, diagrams, and a tutorial to guide you through creating a project with an easy zipper installation.
- Month 4: Boxing Corners and Slip Pockets
Focus:- Techniques for boxing corners to create structured, professional-looking corners on your bags.
- Sewing simple slip pockets to your bag design, enhancing functionality and style.
- Practice these techniques on sample pieces to perfect your skills.
- Month 5: Bag Number Two
Focus:- Second pattern launch featuring the boxed corners and slip pocket techniques.
- Full instructions, diagrams, and a tutorial to guide you through creating a project with an boxed corners and slip pockets.
- Month 6: Sewing Straps and Attaching Hardware
Focus:- Learn to sew adjustable and fixed straps, including selecting and installing the correct hardware.
- Techniques for securely attaching magnetic clasp, clasps.
- Practice on sample pieces to ensure a professional finish.
Month 7: Bag Three Launch
Focus:
- Introduction of the third pattern, featuring a gusset, magnetic clasp, and adjustable strap with the appropriate hardware.
- Emphasis on constructing the bag exterior, assembling the adjustable strap, and installing the magnetic clasp.
- Detailed guidance on accurately sewing the gusset to achieve a professional shape and structure.
Month 8: Completing the third Bag:
Focus:
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- Finish constructing the third bag by adding the lining, incorporating slip pockets.
- Final assembly tips to ensure durability and functionality and professional finishing touches.
- Month 9: Recess Zippers and Rivet Installation
Focus:- Advanced techniques for installing recess zippers and rivets, adding unique and functional details to your bags.
- Practice these techniques to perfect your skills.
- Tips and tools for ensuring professional results.
Month 10: Exploring Appliqué Techniques
Focus:
- Introduction to various appliqué methods for adding decorative and personalised touches to your bags.
- Learn different appliqué styles, including raw-edge, turned-edge, and reverse appliqué, to suit a range of designs.
- Tips on selecting fabrics, stabilizers, and techniques for neat and durable appliqué.
- Practice these techniques on sample pieces to build confidence before incorporating them into your bag projects.
Month 11: Bag Number Four Launch
Focus:
- Introduction of the fourth bag pattern featuring a recessed zipper, adjustable strap, and appliqué design and a slip pocket.
- Step-by-step guidance on preparing the bag exterior, focusing on adding appliqué elements for a unique, decorative finish.
- Techniques for accurately installing a recessed zipper, ensuring smooth functionality and a polished look.
- Begin the initial construction of the bag by assembling the exterior and preparing all components for final assembly.
Month 12: Sewing the Lining and Attaching Hardware
Focus:
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- Complete the fourth bag by sewing the lining, slip pocket and attaching all hardware.
- Techniques for achieving a clean, professional finish with well-attached hardware.
- Final touches to ensure a durable and attractive finished product.
- Tips for continuing your bag-making journey and exploring new designs and techniques.
Course Highlights:
- Independent Learning: Progress at your own pace with detailed monthly instructions and ongoing support.
- Mystery Bags: Enjoy the excitement of discovering new bag designs and techniques as you advance.
- Skill Building: Enhance your sewing skills with each project, from basic techniques to advanced bag-making skills.
Course Material Resending Policy:
- Once the course materials for a given month have been sent, any requests for resending or accessing the materials after the launch date will incur a £25 admin fee per lesson/month.
- All course materials will be sent directly to your email each month. Once downloaded, you can access them by logging into the website with your email and password and finding them under “My Downloads.”
- This policy is designed to reduce the administrative workload, enabling the course provider to focus on offering fresh content, events, tutorials, and live experiences, such as workshops and retreats.
- You agree to download and save the materials upon receiving them to avoid the need for resending.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we strive to provide the best possible experience for all our students!
