The Bag Maker Sew-Ciety Sewcials.
Are you looking for a fun, relaxing way to connect with fellow bag makers while making progress on your current projects? Our Monthly Sewcials are the perfect opportunity to enjoy a day of sewing, socializing, and sweet treats in a supportive, friendly environment.
Imagine a room filled with the hum of sewing machines, the laughter of fellow crafters, and the smell of freshly brewed coffee and a slice of cake. This is your time to unwind, get creative, and connect with others who share your love of bag making!
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What Are Monthly Sewcials?
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Our Sewcials are informal, monthly get-togethers designed to bring bag makers together for a day of sewing, chatting, and inspiration. You bring your sewing machine and current project, and we’ll provide everything else you need to enjoy a productive and enjoyable day. It's the perfect blend of creativity and community.
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Here’s what you can expect:
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Bring Your Projects: Whether you’re working on a new bag design, perfecting a technique, or finishing up a current project, bring it along! This is your time to sew in a relaxed, social environment with others who share your passion.
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Cutting and Pressing Stations: No need to worry about setup! We’ll have dedicated cutting and pressing stations ready for you to use, making your sewing process smoother and more efficient.
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Tea, Coffee, Cake, and Biscuits: Sewing and snacks go hand in hand! Enjoy a selection of teas and coffees, along with delicious cakes and biscuits to keep you fuelled throughout the day. There's always time for a tea break and a chat.
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A Welcoming Atmosphere: Our Sewcials are all about creating a warm, friendly space where everyone feels welcome. Whether you’re attending for the first time or you’re a regular, you’ll be surrounded by people who understand your love for fabric, patterns, and everything sewing-related. You don't even have to be a bag maker. what ever you sewing bring it with you the sewcials are great for every sewer.
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Why Attend a Monthly Sewcial?
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Connect with Like-Minded Makers: Meet other bag makers and sewers who share your enthusiasm for sewing. Swap tips, share ideas, and make new friends who understand your creative journey.
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Stay Inspired and Motivated: Working on your own can sometimes feel isolating or demotivating. Our Sewcials give you the chance to reignite your passion for bag making by sewing alongside others, sharing stories, and finding fresh inspiration.
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Enjoy a Creative Break: Life can be busy, and it’s important to carve out time for yourself. Sewcials offer you a chance to step away from your everyday routine, focus on your hobby, and relax in good company.
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Perfect for All Skill Levels: Whether you’re a seasoned bag maker or just starting out, everyone is welcome! The Sewcials are an informal gathering where we all share a love of creating, no matter where we are on our sewing journey.
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Where are the Sewcials held?
Penshaw Masonic Hall, Station Road, Penshaw, DH4 7LQ from 10-5pm one Sunday a month
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We are a friendly bunch and everyone is made welcome.
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Book your next full day of sewing fun with us.
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Why join us at the Monthly Sewcial
Creative Community Connection
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Meet other passionate bag makers, build friendships, and feel a sense of belonging within a creative community that shares your love for sewing.
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​The informal, relaxed atmosphere of the Sewcials allows you to focus on your hobby in a stress-free environment, away from the pressures of daily life.
Relaxation and Fun
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Enjoy a day out of your usual routine, filled with laughter, conversation, and delicious treats. It’s the perfect blend of creativity and self-care.
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​Sewing can sometimes feel isolating, but at the Sewcial, you’ll be surrounded by friendly faces who understand your passion and make sewing a shared experience.
Networking Opportunities
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Meet bag makers of all skill levels, exchange tips, and learn from each other, expanding your knowledge and growing your network within the sewing community.
Dedicated Sewing Time
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Set aside uninterrupted time each month to focus on your projects without distractions, ensuring that you make real progress on your creations.
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​With tea, coffee, cake, and biscuits included, you can indulge in some well-deserved self-care while you sew, making the day a real treat.
Access to Shared Resources
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Enjoy the convenience of ready-to-use cutting and pressing stations, making your sewing process more efficient and enjoyable.
Inspiration and Motivation
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Working alongside others sparks new ideas and motivates you to keep pushing forward on your projects. You'll leave feeling inspired and energized.
What can I expect at The Bag Makers Sew-Ciety Sewcial ran by Deb from Me Made Makes?
The monthly sewcials are really informal and are a lovely way to get together and share our joint love of sewing. While the sewcial was primarily set up as a bag making sewing group we have people who come who enjoy dress making, quilting, hand sewing, knitting etc etc everyone is welcome. You simply bring your current project with you and enjoy the atmosphere. Tea, coffee and cake is provided at each monthly sewcial, if you want to bring your lunch to have during the day that is fine. Its a lovely way to make some new sewing friends and enjoy your favourite past time in the company of others.
There is cutting and pressing stations for you to use and I always bring my fabrics and thread scraps box for anyone attending the sewcial to use if they need to.
How often are the sewcials ran, where are they held and are the Sewcials accessible?
The sewcials are held once a month usually around the 3rd Sunday in each month but they can vary depending on other commitments. The dates for the year ahead can be found above and all bookings are made and paid for through the website. The monthly sewcials are all held at Penshaw Masonic Hall DH4 7LQ, there is ample free parking and the hall is easily accessible from Sunderland, Durham, and Newcastle.
The Hall is all on one level, there are no stairs into the building or into the Sewcial room and the bathrooms are all accessible. If you have any queries if the sewcial is accessible to you please get in touch I am happy to discuss and ensure the sewcial meet your needs.
Do I need to book or can I just turn up for the Sewcials?
The sewcials are a bookable event as the space is set up before people arrive, please book in advance, booking closes 24 hours before the event starts or once all spaces are full. I do limit spaces so that the sewcial is friendly and welcoming to all, I do not want anyone to feel intimidated or overwhelmed so the Sewcials are capped at 12 spaces once they are booked the event is full.