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Family workshop: Totally Tote Bags

Tote bags hanging up in the Sew What exhibition

About this event

As part of MERL Fashion Week, Join members of the engagement and collections teams from The MERL to learn about the history of sewing machines, the impact of fast fashion and a chance to then make and decorate your own tote bag.

At this workshop you will have chance to:

  • Learn more about the Barnett Sewing Machine Project
  • Enjoy a fun Fast fashion quiz
  • Have a look at our current exhibition, Sew What?
  • See an old sewing machine
  • Design, make and decorate your own tote bag

Additional information

  • Free
  • Suitable for children aged 9+
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Cost

Booking required

Audience

Family

The Museum of English Rural Life
The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road, Reading, United Kingdom, Berkshire, RG1 5EX