Originally Posted by CAS49OR
Originally Posted by Olivia's Grammy
No matter the age or experience of my students I start with a simple tote bag. That let's me know the level of the sewing skills. Usually they can finished it in a 2 hour period and then they have something to carry their supplies in.
My first sewing class was a tote bag. It was not quilted though.
Forgot to add, I was quite proud of that tote! I made it! I use it still, my crochet afghan is in it -- a work of progress. This class included putting a zippered pocket in, so that is where I keep my crochet hook.