Sew Your First Tote: Beginner Workshop Using the Spirea Tote Pattern

Sew a customized Spirea Tote at Mood Chicago on Nov 7! Master sewing basics and personalize your tote with unique embellishments.

In this three-hour beginner-friendly workshop, participants will create their own Spirea Tote using Mood's free sewing pattern (the handle-free version). We'll work through the basic construction process together, including preparing the pattern and fabric, assembling the exterior and lining, sewing and finishing the bag, and adding individual embellishments.

Materials & Fabrics Used in Class:

• Exterior Fabric: Orange and Fuchsia Ikat Striped Cotton Canvas
• Lining Fabric: Carrot Polyester and Cotton Poplin
• Thread: Gutermann Sew All Thread 100m - 470 Orange
• Needles: Dritz Hand Needle Compact - Assorted Sizes - 30 ct

The workshop focuses on completing the project while building sewing-machine confidence and reinforcing foundational sewing skills. Once the bags are constructed, participants can personalize them with buttons, brooches, appliqués, patches, charms, jewels, and other embellishments. Students may also bring a special embellishment of their own!

Sewing Machine Availability & Ticket Options:

• In-House Machine Tickets (10 available): Reserve one of our 10 Janome MOD-15 Easy-to-Use Sewing Machines (featuring 15 stitches, adjustable stitch length, and 5-piece feed dogs).
• Bring Your Own Machine Tickets (5 available): Bring a working sewing machine you are already comfortable operating, along with its power cord, foot pedal, and basic accessories needed to sew.

Class Registration & Cancellation Policy Refunds for the ticket price are available for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the event start time. Please note that Eventbrite’s service fees are non-refundable, so you will receive a partial refund equal to the ticket amount minus those fees.