You may also enjoy Karen's presentation on how to paint fabric with Sumi Ink: 

Many thanks to Nancy for sharing her passion for thread painting with us! If you have a sewing super power or favorite technique that you would like to share with the Sewing Club please email Andrea to schedule: andrea.chapman@element3health.com 

To sew the "In My Garden Tote" you will need to precut the following fabric panels:

Front / Rear Body Panels: 18" x 18", Cut 4
Sides / Base: 8" x 18", Cut 6
Interior Slip Pocket and Zipper Pocket: 18" x 18", Cut 2
Zipper Pocket Trim: 18" x 4", Cut 1
Interior Elasticized Pocket: 18" x 24", Cut 1
Handles: 6" x 30", Cut 2
Top Ties: 3" x 18", Cut 2

Additional supplies include:
18" + Zipper
Elastic
Batting

In this week's skill share segment we explored the possibilities of the slip, pleated, elasticized and zippered pocket and how these styles of pockets can be layered to create a dynamic and functional piece. Next week, Andrea, will demonstrate how to incorporate a base and side panels to create an oversized tote with multiple pockets. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our weekly Skill Share! This week, Andrea demonstrated how to create an adjustable, padded, removable messenger strap along with a removable wristlet strap. Next week, she will be showing us how to install a reassessed zipper top closure on a basic tote bag. You can register for that session and any other live Element3 Health Club event by clicking here. As a reminder, all live events are recorded so you can view those at your leisure. If you would like to share a sewing related skill with the group, please reach out to Andrea via email to schedule: andrea.chapman@element3health.com 

Thank you to Ramona Baird for sharing her expertise in the field of machine embroidery with us!