Small group classes in unusual and advanced applied arts.
Expand you skills with classes from seasoned artists and professionals

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"Learn on your own machine, or use one of ours."

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Sewing Machine Maintenance Seminar Comprehensive techniques for self-sufficiency Our resident repairman will discuss with you proper care and cleaning of your machine, preventative maintenance as well as what to look for when purchasing a new or used sewing machine. Learn basic maintenance and trouble-shooting, as well as an overview of textiles, sewing machines and their technologies. You will learn how to choose the right material and select proper needles, thread, feet and accessories for your projects. Build a Brassiere Nothing says custom like a hand-made bra! Thursdays from 6pm-9pm starting October 28th You will learn to draft your own bra pattern and be guided through the fitting process, once adjusted this pattern will serve you for years to come! We will cover all construction techniques in the mock up giving ample time to practice. Register before Tuesday, September 28, 2010 and save $26! Pattern Drafting Learn the fundamentals of French Pattern Drafting Tuesdays from 5pm-9pm September 7th - October 12th Understand and control dart manipulation and the various techniques used when contouring the 2D fabric to cover the curves of the 3D human body. Skirt Sloper Torso Sloper (Moulage) Classic Silk Slip Alter or draft a pattern to fit Fridays from Sep 10th-Oct 15th 5:30pm-8:30pm Every woman I talk to wants the perfect silk slip. Something that hugs your curves, flatters you décolleté and feels sexy. We're here to help you make you wardrobe dreams come true! Tailored Trousers It's the Pants! Literally! Wednesdays starting November 3rd Leave class with a pair of tailored pants! Practice the fundamentals of altering paper patterns to your measurements before constructing a mock-up of your perfect pants. One-on-one fitting assures properly fitted pants and a pattern you will use again and again. Register before Sunday, October 03, 2010 and save $27! Western Shirt Fundamentals of making a dress shirt Mondays 6pm-9pm from October 25th - November 9th Bring the pattern of your choice, some drawings for your yolk and cuff and your fabric choices to the first class. We're going to be on a wild bucking ride of applique, plackets, facings, collars and cuffs (we can even add a loop for your lasso!). Register before Saturday, September 25, 2010 and save $26!