Bag Making Online: Hobo Tote

Use the T-base pattern to create this roomy hobo tote with two options for straps – a short handle, and a long sling strap. Explore the boot seam to achieve the structure familiar to hobo bags.

Schedule

February 20, 2021 (Saturday | 9am-5pm) to February 21, 2021 (Sunday | 9am-12nn)*

*Not available on this date? Contact us for a private session. 

Duration

1.5 days or 10 hours 

Intermediate Level 1

Student must have prior bag making experience before taking this class. If you’re new to bag making, try our Sling or Classic Tote workshops.

Meet your Instructor/s

Pat Peralta

Project

1 leather hobo tote with 2 detachable straps

Topics and Techniques

1. Pattern making basics
2. Creating and manipulating the T-base pattern
3. Bag construction
4. Attaching a magnetic lock
5. Creating 2 detachable straps
   

Materials

• The basic fee covers the tools and materials that will be used for this particular class.   
• The following tools are also necessary for the class:
• A2 cutting mat or bigger
• 60cm metal ruler or longer
• BLC kit
  
• Lighter
• The A2 cutting mat and 60cm ruler are available as an add-on.

Requisites

To make the most out of the class, make sure that you have the following: 

• Stable internet connection (stay close to your router for stronger connection)
• Device that has a camera and mic (i.e., smart phone, tablet, laptop)
• Sturdy table that can take a lot of hammering, at least 2 x 4 ft in size. 
• Work space wherein you can make considerable noise for the duration of the class.