A new student joined the Stitching Club and began learning how to use the sewing machine with Mary Gracy. The session started with the basics, helping her understand the machine and build confidence before moving on to stitching practice.
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Stitching team reviews designs, stock and upcoming stalls
The stitching team met to review current bag designs, rework a few of them, and plan a minimum stock level for regular sales. The discussion also covered upcoming events and stalls, production needs, and the financial side of preparing and selling the products.
Five bag designs being prepared for regular stock
The stitching team is practicing five bag designs and improving the finishing of each one before moving into regular production. The plan is to maintain a minimum stock of these designs every month so that the team is ready for new orders and sales opportunities.
Tote and duffle bags placed at Local Sustainable Living
The stitching team placed their cut-piece tote bags and duffle bags at Local Sustainable Living . This is an opportunity to understand how the products are received, and if demand grows, the team plans to continue making more bags.
Five new bag designs started for an Onam event
The stitching team is working on five new bag designs for an upcoming Onam event by Local Sustainable Living . The bags are being made using handloom fabric and fabric cut pieces to showcase sustainable craftsmanship.
