Tiny Tote Bag Decorating Class Experience New York City

Stitch, glue, and embellish your own tiny tote bag with personalized tokens in this crafting workshop in Brooklyn!



2.5 hours Class size 8 to 20 guests     $80


NYC
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Brooklyn
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Craft
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Textiles
Add a little charm to your strolls through NYC with your own personalized mini tote bag! In this Brooklyn workshop, you’ll transform a plain tote into a one-of-a-kind accessory, filled with playful stitches, embellishments, and details that reflect your unique style. Whether you’re running errands, grabbing coffee, or exploring the city, your tiny tote will be the perfect companion to brighten your everyday look.
This hands-on class guides you through the basics of attaching items to fabric through stitching, exploring layout and composition, and diving into fun embellishments. No need to worry about perfection — this class is all about playful design. With no permanence in the design process, you’ll have the freedom to experiment with fun, whimsical touches that make your tote special.
You’ll have access to a variety of charms, appliqué, beads, ribbons, bows, and vintage fixtures to personalize your tote. Feel free to bring your own special charm, button, or trinket to make your creation even more unique. Each participant will choose from pre-sewn mini totes made from vintage and upcycled fabrics, offering the perfect canvas for your designs.
The class begins with a brief tutorial on setting up fabric in an embroidery hoop, threading a needle, and stitching your embellishments. Afterward, you’ll have plenty of time to hand-stitch your designs while chatting and bonding with fellow crafters. Whether you’re creating a personalized gift or treating yourself, this Brooklyn workshop is a cozy and fun way to design a tote bag you’ll love to carry with you every day.

Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly!
 
What you'll get
You’ll take home one super cute, one-of-a-kind, hand-decorated mini tote bag to proudly carry through the streets of NYC!
 
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity or bachelorette party.

Location

1027 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

This venue is a short walk from Grand St station (1800 feet).

Tiny Tote Bag Decorating Class location
Your teacher

Kelli Kikcio
Kelli Kikcio

female Women-owned

Kelli Kikcio is a multidisciplinary artist and designer from Saskatoon, SK, Canada, currently based in Brooklyn, NY.
Kelli has had a decade long, full time career as a self taught, machine-free tattoo artist and has owned tattoo shops in Brooklyn for the past 7 years. Prior to tattooing she earned a Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design at Toronto Metropolitan University, eventually working as a menswear designer.
Outside of her career, making and working with her hands has been a life long practice and priority. With over 20 years of sewing experience, Kelli has always had a penchant for pattern drafting and construction. Her shift from designing and crafting garments to objects was born out of her innate desire to problem solve and build. Kelli has been focusing on soft sculpture for over 5 years and finds that her audience is fascinated and drawn in by the playful, interactive, and soft nature of her work. She intends to re-imagine everyday objects in fabrics that are nostalgic, that call to mind feelings of comfort and home.
Kelli has an incredible and loyal following in the global/local tattoo community, and is now exploring sharing her penchant for handicrafts with those who know and love her work through workshops. Currently her workshops are hosted from her art studio in Brooklyn, NY and are suited for 8-20 guests, creating an intimate and homey environment. Fostering community and conversation through arts education is a true passion of Kelli's that is fulfilled through her classes.
2025-01-03 15:00:00
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