ZIPPED AND LINED POUCH PROJECT with Mark Francis - Saturday 7th November 1.45pm
Thursday 5th November 2026 - Sunday 8th November 2026
NEC, Birmingham
90-minute workshop – cost £28.00
Join Mark Francis from the Great British Sewing Bee series 6 to make this lovely zipped and lined pouch. This project is great for brushing up your zip skills and giving you confidence in using your sewing machine. These make great gifts for loved ones and are extremely useful for storing a great many items in.
Advisory Note
All ages over 16 years, some sewing experience recommended.
Meet the Tutor
Mark Francis appeared on The Great British Sewing Bee series 6 and since made his career in the sewing industry. He has recently been working with the BBC on a number of projects for Doctor Who, he also makes replica costumes from the series for fans all over the world. He has a range of sewing patterns, holds talks across the country and runs Sew NewBo Studios in New Brighton on the Wirral with his husband Clive Bruder (We Sew Too) running workshops teaching sewing.
* Show times are subject to change. Please check the ICHF Events website for up to date timings.
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90-minute workshop – cost £28.00
Join Mark Francis from the Great British Sewing Bee series 6 to make this lovely zipped and lined pouch. This project is great for brushing up your zip skills and giving you confidence in using your sewing machine. These make great gifts for loved ones and are extremely useful for storing a great many items in.
Advisory Note
All ages over 16 years, some sewing experience recommended.
Meet the Tutor
Mark Francis appeared on The Great British Sewing Bee series 6 and since made his career in the sewing industry. He has recently been working with the BBC on a number of projects for Doctor Who, he also makes replica costumes from the series for fans all over the world. He has a range of sewing patterns, holds talks across the country and runs Sew NewBo Studios in New Brighton on the Wirral with his husband Clive Bruder (We Sew Too) running workshops teaching sewing.