{"product_id":"class-the-factotum-crossbody-bag-with-evan-wednesdays-july-8-15-5-30-8-30pm","title":"Class: The Factotum Crossbody Bag with Evan, Wednesdays July 8 \u0026 15, 5:30-8:30PM","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSew your own \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactotum Bag by Merchant \u0026amp; Mills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a neat, compact crossbody that’s small in size but surprisingly spacious. Designed to hold your daily essentials, this fully lined bag features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo front pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezippered closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and a clean, functional design that works for everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: Advancing Beginner \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. You need to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003esewn a garment, quilt, bag or participated in a beginner sewing class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e prior to this class and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e feel comfortable using your machine. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease note that while the sewing techniques themselves are approachable, this project involves a thoughtful sequence of steps and construction order. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Learn: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructing and assembling a lined bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstalling a zipper closure\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding and attaching pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking through multi-step construction in the correct order\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSewing thicker layers with control and accuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e The total cost of this class is $175. The cost of instruction is $150 and the materials are $25. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZipper for the bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware for straps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinted pattern \u0026amp; PDF files for future use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse of classroom tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhat to Bring: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 yard of outer fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 yard of lining fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eSewing machine with basic accessories (foot pedal, power cord, bobbin, etc.). Bringing your own machine is encouraged, but studio machines are available—please reach out to info@lakemakerie.com to reserve one after you register for class. Machines are limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric Recommendations: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOuter fabric:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Denim, waxed canvas, sailcloth, or oilskin for a structured, durable finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLining fabric: Quilting cotton, cotton lawn, or cotton poplin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a lining that is slightly lighter weight than your outer fabric, but not too lightweight, so it still provides structure. 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