Description
Stylish Single Lined Tote Bag | Sew Mindful Crafts
Learn to Make a Twisted Pleat Tote Shopper
Join us at Sew Mindful Crafts for our Twist Pleat Tote Shopper Workshop on Tuesday 11th August 2026, where you’ll learn how to create a beautiful, practical tote bag featuring an eye-catching twist pleat panel.
This enjoyable sewing workshop is ideal for anyone looking to develop their sewing skills while creating a stylish and useful bag. Whether you’re making it for yourself, as a thoughtful handmade gift, or to use as an everyday shopper, you’ll leave with a professionally finished project you’ll be proud of.
With expert guidance from our experienced tutors, Christine and Denise, you’ll learn a variety of sewing techniques in a relaxed, friendly, and supportive environment.
About This Twist Pleat Tote Shopper Workshop
This hands-on sewing workshop has been designed for enthusiastic beginners with some sewing machine experience, as well as intermediates looking to expand their skills.
During the session, you’ll first learn how to create the attractive twist pleat feature panel, before incorporating it into a fully lined box-style tote shopper. You’ll then complete the bag by adding sturdy carry handles, wadding the fabric, then creating boxed corners for extra space, and assembling everything into a strong, durable finished tote.
The finished bag is both practical and stylish, making it perfect for shopping, carrying craft projects, everyday use, or even as a unique handmade gift.
What You’ll Learn
Throughout this workshop you’ll learn a range of useful sewing techniques, including:
- Creating an attractive twist pleat feature panel
- Adding wadding to the front fabric for structure and durability
- Constructing a front lined tote bag
- Sewing strong carry handles
- Creating boxed corners for additional capacity
- Professional bag construction techniques
- Improving sewing machine confidence and accuracy
- Tips and techniques you can use in future bag-making projects
What’s Included
Everything you need is provided, so you can simply arrive and enjoy the workshop.
Your workshop includes:
- A complete sewing kit containing all fabrics required
- Wadding
- Matching sewing thread
- Use of sewing machines and all necessary equipment
- Step-by-step tuition from experienced tutors Christine and Denise
- Tea and coffee throughout the session
- A friendly, welcoming learning environment
At the end of the workshop you’ll take home your completed Twist Pleat Tote Shopper, ready to use straight away.
Who Is This Workshop Suitable For?
This workshop is suitable for:
- Confident Beginners in using a sewing machine
- Intermediate sewists looking to learn new techniques
- Anyone wanting to improve their sewing confidence
- People who enjoy creating handmade accessories
- Those looking for a relaxing and creative day out
Our tutors provide plenty of individual support throughout the session, ensuring everyone can learn at their own pace.
There will be a couple of different colour combinations to choose from when making your bag, we will contact you with the options when you have booked.
Workshop Details
Date: Tuesday 11th August 2026
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Duration: Approximately 4 hours (including breaks)
Skill Level: Beginner (with some sewing machine experience) to Intermediate
Tutors: Christine & Denise
Location, Parking and Accessibility
The workshop takes place at Sew Mindful Crafts, 5 York Buildings, Edlington Lane, Edlington, Doncaster, DN12 1BU.
Our venue offers:
- Free on-site parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accessible toilet facilities
- Air-conditioned workshop space
- Spacious sewing workstations
- Tea and coffee available throughout the session
We aim to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can enjoy learning new creative skills.
Why Join a Sewing Workshop at Sew Mindful Crafts?
Our sewing workshops are about much more than learning new techniques. They provide an opportunity to slow down, enjoy mindful creativity, meet like-minded people, and build confidence in a supportive community setting.
Whether you’re looking to improve your sewing skills, discover a new hobby, or simply enjoy a relaxing day creating something beautiful, our experienced tutors will guide you every step of the way.
Many participants return to our workshops to continue developing their skills while becoming part of our friendly sewing community.
Book Your Place
Spaces are limited to ensure everyone receives plenty of individual support from our tutors.
Book your place today and enjoy learning how to create your very own Twist Pleat Tote Shopper in this enjoyable, hands-on sewing workshop at Sew Mindful Crafts.
We look forward to welcoming you.
