The Banda Class – Leather Bag Making by Machine
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Class Details
Class Details
The online class for bag makers who have always wanted to work with leather but aren't sure where to start
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The Banda online class was designed to introduce bag makers to leather sewing techniques. Using lightweight Italian leather, you will learn the basics of cutting, handling, and stitching real leather hides. You'll also learn how to work with different kinds of leather stiffeners and glues — one of the most important differences between working with faux and real leather.
This class is mostly self-paced and designed to work with your schedule. It includes six pre-recorded video lessons released over 10 days, allowing you to pace yourself while learning proper techniques. The course also includes three optional Zoom check-ins with Simply Classic owner, Chris Murphy. Please see the class calendar (coming soon) for dates and details.
About the Banda Bag
The Banda Bag is a unique, bucket-style leather bag featuring accent stripes in a complementary hair-on hide. With a simple hook closure, the bag is given an elegant, feminine shape that is guaranteed to turn heads.
The bag also features stylish knots at the handle connectors, roller buckles with three handle length adjustments, a key fob, pen slot, slip pocket, and zipper pocket.
Included in your purchase:
- Lifetime access to your student portal with course video lessons, live Zoom recordings, classroom discussions, downloads, and more
- Class kit including genuine Italian leather, stiffeners, lining, hardware, glue, base coat, edge paint, applicators, silver marking pen, and more
- An exclusive Simply Classic pattern that will never be released outside of this course
Please review the Terms & Conditions before purchasing this class. All registrants are subject to these terms.
Materials & Sourcing Guide
Materials & Sourcing Guide
Class Kit
Students will receive a class kit that includes most of the materials needed to make the bag, including leather, stiffeners, hardware, and more. Please see the documents below for details.
Other Materials & Supplies
Students will need to provide required materials that are not included in the class kit. Download the complete list of materials and supplies here: The Banda Materials List
Sourcing Information Guide
Download our guide to sourcing materials for the course here: The Banda Sourcing Guide
Sewing Machine Requirements
Although an industrial sewing machine is not required, it is highly recommended. We have found that semi-industrial machines (e.g., Janome HD9, Juki TL18, Bernette b08, Bernina 500 and above) do quite well with our thinner leathers but may require some modifications to the pattern. Each student is required to know the capabilities of their sewing machine and only use materials it can handle. A walking foot is essential for this class.
Meet the Teacher
Meet the Teacher
Instructor: Chris Murphy
Chris Murphy is a pattern designer, bag making educator, and owner of Simply Classic. She believes that everyone is capable of creating high-quality handbags — they just need the right resources. She teaches bag makers of all experience levels through tutorials on the Simply Classic YouTube channel, online classes and in-person workshops around the U.S. Chris enjoys working with a variety of materials but is especially passionate about leather bag making. Learn more.
Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions
Before purchasing this class, please read our Online Class Terms & Conditions. By purchasing an online class, you agree to these terms.
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