It's Riveting Time

I finally had the chance to play around with the hand press which came all the way from Bulgaria. So I've gone crazy riveting! 

Pressing is easy, as long as the size of your rivet is long enough to accommodate the thickness of the materials (leather + fabric + interface and what have you!). But I managed (aherm!), actually, my elf managed to press them all in place. 

So, is there anything you want me to rivet? :D

This is the cute dotted leather pochette that I made for myself ... notice the twist lock, how cool!

Side staps riveting ... 

and of course, the back as well ...

not to forget some fancy riveting on the straps too!

The Grocery Tote with leather handles and rivets --- nice!

For this cute Pochette, I was planning to put some O-rings. Bu it was too thick and like I said, if it's too thick the size of the rivet should be able to handle it. In this case, it wasn't too long. So no O-rings for this beauty!

Another Fun Tote-making Workshop

Had a fun day with Carmela and Janice today at the Tote-making 101 workshop. The weather was hot but at least it wasn't as bad as before. It took as little longer as usual but we got there. Here are some photos of the girls in action, yummy cake and cappuccino for morning tea and a glimpse of me watching the girls!

 

 

 

 

Workshop Day

Today was the Tote-making 101 workshop. It wasn't really the best weather for sewing but at least we all had fun. I really enjoyed teaching Lauren and Angelica and it was so nice to share my knowledge to 2 beautiful people who had so much enthusiasm to learn.

Tote-making 101

These Tote Bags, while deceivingly simple, will be the basis for all of your future bag-making pursuits. By using this type of tote as a foundation, and in addition to your innate creativity, you can begin to explore different ways to use what you've learned into other forms of bags such as satchels, clutches and messenger bags.

 

Tote-making 101 will be the first step in your bag-making journey! This is a beginner's class in bag-making not a beginner's class in sewing. But even if you don't have a background in sewing, that's okay too! So long as you know your way around the sewing machine, you'll be fine.

This workshop is for you if you are comfortable using your machine (even though you don't know all the features of it!), can sew in a straight line and back stitchand can thread and load the bobbin. This course is a practical, hands-on bag-making workshop rather than a formal, classroom learning experience.

We want to foster your creativity, so we'll be sewing in a studio as soon as you come into the door. No textbooks, just your guide and your machines and the discovery and exploration of your creativity - all while socialising with like-minded people in a relaxed atmosphere!

At the end of the workshop you'll be wearing your new handmade bag that you can show off to your friends and family.

Places are limited, there will only be a maximum of 4 participants per workshop - so sign up quickly!

To book your place or for more details, click here.

Hope you can join us at the workshop!

Bag Workshops

 
When was the last time you did something for the first time?

Have you thought about taking up something new in 2011, to discover and explore your "hidden" artistic talent and creativity?

In 2011, Kikay Designs will be offering practical Bag Workshops to anyone who would love to learn how to make unique and individual handmade bags.

The concept behind the workshop is based on the idea that every now and then, you need to step back and spend some "me time".

We envisage these workshops to be something to look forward to and where you can have fun, enjoy time by yourself or with a friend, and come home with your very own bag.

The workshop will be a way to relax your mind, pamper yourself, an opportunity to try something new or simply to enjoy a day to discover and explore your "hidden talents" and creativity, while socialising with like-minded people.

Designing and making your own bag is not only fun but also satisfying because you did it all yourself. Imagine wearing something you made that no one else will have!

These workshops will be held in a small studio located in a quiet, leafy Sydney suburb, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, which guarantees a relaxed atmosphere.

If you would like to learn more about upcoming workshops, register your interest by sending an email to: kikaydesign@gmail.com