Exhibits & Events

🧵🍷 Sip & Sew: Make Your Own Tote Bag

📅 January 30th | 🕓 6pm - 8pm

� Utility Works MakerSpaceGrab a drink, take a seat, and stitch something stylish! Sip & Sew is a laid-back sewing workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own custom tote bag.

This beginner-friendly class will cover sewing basics like cutting fabric, stitching seams, and adding handles, all in a relaxed, social setting. Enjoy a beverage as you sew, chat, and create alongside fellow makers.Bring your own sewing machine or message madi@lansdownesfuture.org for to request one provided for you.

✨ What to Expect:

Step-by-step instruction—no sewing experience required

All materials provided (or bring your own fabric if you’d like!)

A fun, low-pressure environment to learn and connect

Take home a finished tote bag you’ll actually useAbout the Artist:Fashions by Shida is a Lansdowne-based fashion brand, proudly operating out of Utility Works Lansdowne.

Rashida Osbourne is a graduate from Philadelphia University (renamed to Thomas Jefferson University), with a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Industry Management. Her passion for the art of fashion flourished in her childhood years. It wasn't until years after college she decided to listen to her family and pursue her dreams.

In 2014 Rashida was having a phone conversation with two women, who are strong influences in her life, when she expressed her dream of pursuring her passion. In just a few months that journey began. With an extraordinary team, some of the greatest opportunities flourished for Fashion by Shi'da. In June 2014, Fashion by Shi'da had a grand launch for her business idea.

Ages:

Recommended for ages 10+, with anyone age 10-13 welcome with an accompanying adult to supervise 1-on-1 for the duration of the class.

Parking:

Street Parking is metered.

The Highland avenue parking lot behind Dunkin Doughnuts is also available for parking, if there is not closer street parking.First Floor AccessibilityInclusive Design: Our first floor is designed to be inclusive and ensure accessibility for all.Approachable Entrance: Our entrance is approachable to all who enter, providing ease of access for everyone.

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Accessible Restroom: We offer an accessible gender-neutral bathroom for the convenience of all visitors.

Wide Hallways: Our hallway is wide enough to accommodate wheelchair users, ensuring smooth and easy navigation.