Handbag Class - The Orla Weekender Bag

The Orla Weekender Bag Sewing Class

Join us for a luxury sewing experience in our cosy atelier in the heart of Zurich Old Town.

The Orla Weekender Bag is a spacious and beautifully relaxed bag designed for weekends away, day trips and everyday adventures. It is finished with premium leather details, a secure magnetic closure and a waterproof lining to help protect your belongings wherever you take it.

Choose your premium suede in Black, Chocolate Brown or Stone and create an Orla Weekender Bag that feels completely your own.

This three and a half hour class is suitable for complete beginners, as well as experienced sewers who would like to build their confidence and explore working with premium materials.

Your Class Experience

When you arrive, we will begin with a drink and a wee chat while I introduce you to the Orla Weekender Bag and explain what we will be creating together.

We will then choose and cut your materials before moving on to an introduction to the sewing machine. You will have time to practise stitching on leather, get comfortable with the machine and ask any questions before beginning your bag.

From there, we will create the Orla Weekender Bag together step by step, including the suede outer, waterproof lining, premium leather details and magnetic closure.

At the end of the class, I will carefully check your finished bag to make sure all the stitching is secure. I will reinforce any small gaps using my specialist leather sewing machine, helping to ensure your bag is strong, beautifully finished and made to last for many adventures.

Once your bag is complete, you are very welcome to stay and enjoy another drink in the atelier.

Side tables will be placed beside the sewing stations, so you can keep your drinks close while you create.

What You’ll Experience

✦ Three and a half hours of step by step sewing guidance in English

✦ The opportunity to create your own genuine suede Weekender Bag

✦ Premium suede sourced from London and dyed in Italy

✦ A choice of Black, Chocolate Brown or Stone

✦ A waterproof lining to protect your bag and belongings

✦ A secure magnetic closure and premium leather details

✦ Guidance on cutting and working with premium materials

✦ An introduction to the sewing machine

✦ Time to practise stitching on leather before beginning your bag

✦ A final quality check and reinforcement using a specialist leather machine

✦ Full use of our sewing machines, tools and equipment

✦ Cava, wine and alcohol free sparkling wines throughout the class

✦ A cosy and welcoming atmosphere in our Zurich Old Town atelier

✦ The chance to meet new people and become part of our creative community

Your Finished Piece

You will leave the atelier with your own beautifully finished Orla Weekender Bag, handmade by you in premium suede.

Its spacious shape, waterproof lining and durable leather details make it perfect for weekends away, day trips, gym visits or carrying everything you need for a busy day.

All materials, equipment, refreshments and guidance are included. No previous sewing experience is needed.