Upcycled Pouch - Sewing with Food Wrappers
Upcycled Pouch - Sewing with Food Wrappers
This workshop introduces simple sewing techniques through the making of a small pouch using repurposed food wrappers. Participants explore how everyday packaging can be reworked into functional textile objects, focusing on material handling, construction, and finishing rather than decorative complexity.
The session is designed as an accessible entry point into sewing and making, with an emphasis on process, experimentation, and practical outcomes.
Duration
Duration
2-3 hours - Single session
Instructor
Instructor
Jess (The Dancing Fingers)
Materials & Tools Provided
Materials & Tools Provided
Wrappers and fabric provided. Use of sewing machine in studio.
Skills Covered
Skills Covered
- Understanding and preparing unconventional materials
- Basic hand or machine sewing techniques
- Simple pouch construction
- Finishing and assembly
Who It Suits
Who It Suits
Beginners with no prior sewing experience, as well as participants interested in material reuse and small functional projects.
What Participants Leave With
What Participants Leave With
A completed sewn pouch made from upcycled packaging, along with an introduction to basic sewing skills applicable to other projects.
Continuation Possibilities
Continuation Possibilities
- Self-directed practice and exploration
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