Skip Navigation Website Accessibility

Tee to Tote: Transform your T-shirt into a unique bag.



Bring new life to your old favorite t-shirt by transforming it into a stylish and functional bag! In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to trim, add stabilizers, sew buttons, and incorporate your unique creative touches to create a one-of-a-kind accessory. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of making a welt pocket, creating a flat boxed bottom, adding button tabs, and finishing with a self-made tassel.

By the end of the class, you'll have a completed bag with a finished size of 16 inches by 16 inches by 2 inches, perfect for everyday use or as a personalized gift. Directions are provided for every step, making this class suitable for confident beginners with basic machine sewing skills.

Key Techniques Covered: 

- Trimming and stabilizing fabric

- Sewing buttons

- Creating a welt pocket

- Constructing a flat boxed bottom

- Adding button tabs

- Making a self-made tassel

 Materials Needed: 

- Your favorite old t-shirt 

- Sewing machine in working condition

- Basic sewing supplies (scissors, thread, pins, etc.)

**Skill Level:** Confident Beginner

Join us for this creative and fun class and leave with a unique new bag that you made yourself!


Materials Included: Pattern, interfacing and hardware
Requirements: You will need to purchase 1 yard of fabric for the inner lining of your bag. We will have magnetic snap closures available as an option.
Instructor: Theresa Pauk
{{getPrice()}}
Pattern, interfacing and hardware

{{model.event.first_date}} - {{model.event.last_date}} {{model.event.sections.length}} Sessions {{model.event.sections[0].time}}
{{s.date}} {{s.time}}

Seats available {{model.remainingSeats()}}

{{errorMessage}}

{{waitlist_contact_errorMessage}}

Included Materials


{{c.items[0].title}}

{{c.errorMessage}}

This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.

Location & Hours

THE STITCH
206 N. WILSON AVENUE
JEFFERSON, IOWA 50129

+1 515-386-2014


thestitch217@gmail.com


Get directions



MONDAY - FRIDAY
10:00AM - 5:30PM

SATURDAY
10:00AM - 4:00PM

SUNDAY - CLOSED