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Sew-A-Palooza 2026: Exclusive Bag Making Workshop with Tara Sinclair

April 24 @ 9:00 am April 26 @ 4:00 pm

Sew-A-Palooza 2026: Exclusive Bag Making Workshop with Tara Sinclair (Uh Oh Creations)

The sewing event of the year returns to Ottawa! Join us for Sew-A-Palooza 2026, a premier 3-day in-house sewing retreat featuring world-renowned pattern designer Tara Sinclair of Uh Oh Creations.

This isn’t just a class—it’s an exclusive “first look” experience. Attendees will be the first in the world to create Tara’s iconic Keanu Backpack, including a never-before-seen hack that seamlessly integrates her Louie Waist Bag! Whether you’re looking to sew the perfect travel day bag, a custom kid’s backpack, or a versatile commuter pack, this workshop covers it all.

  • Exclusive Access: Build the brand-new attachment before it hits the general market.
  • Pro Techniques: Learn Tara’s signature “hacks” for professional-grade bag construction.
  • Versatile Projects: Create a functional, stylish bag perfect for trips, gifts, and daily use.

Event Details

  • When: April 24th – 26th, 2026 (Friday–Sunday)
  • Workshop Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Where: Maker Savvy Classroom – 462 Hazeldean Rd #7, Kanata, ON K2L 1V3
  • Difficulty: Confident, Experienced Beginner
  • Pre-workshop preparation will be required 

Important Dates

  • Event Dates: April 24th – 26th, 2026
  • Registration Deadline: April 17th, 2026
    • Please Note: To ensure everyone has ample time for the required pre-workshop preparation, registration will officially close on April 17th. Early sign-up is highly recommended to complete your prep work comfortably! We will let attendees know closer to the start date what they will need to complete for prep work.

Registration & Pricing

Official registration for Sew-A-Palooza 2026 is now OPEN. Due to the exclusive nature of this “unreleased project” workshop, space is strictly limited to just 20 seats!

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What’s Included in Your Ticket:

      • Expert In-Person Coaching: Full instruction from Tara Sinclair.
      • All Materials except fabric of your choice + cork accents – 15% Off (20% Off for Savvy Stitcher Members), fabric and cork for Sew-A-Palooza participants
        • Premium Hardware Kit
        • Zippers 
        • Interfacing 
        • Stabilizer
        • Foldover Elastic 
      • Digital & Print Patterns: Full access to the Keanu and Louie patterns.
      • The “World-First” Hack: Exclusive instructions for the unreleased bag attachment.
      • Pre-workshop preparation might be required 

Why Attend Sew-A-Palooza in Ottawa?

Maker Savvy is proud to host Tara Sinclair for this deep-dive into bag making. This 3-day intensive is designed to level up your sewing skills, introduce you to a community of local makers, and give you hands-on experience with the industry’s latest hardware and techniques.


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Images of what we will be working on

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