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Upcoming scheduled

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Sewing 101: 6 week series $360/person
Mondays 7-9pm beginning September 10

In this class we will get you sewing in no time!  You will start by learning and practicing machine and bobbin threading, sewing straight, curved, and angled lines, different seam finishes and what they are appropriate for, inserting an invisible and regular zipper.  We will discuss how to read and draft basic patterns. We will then work on a basic woven tank top. Book HERE

adobe illustrator basics $40/person
wed september 19 and Mon Oct 22 7-8:30pm

Learn some basics to get you started in illustrator. We will get familiar with the most useful tools and some shortcuts. We will demo how to sketch a flat garment and advise on all your questions. A computer is not required unless you wish to follow along with your own software. 
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Beer + Buttons: Basic sewing skills for the male closet sponsoring by goose island $40/person Friday september 21 7-9pm

In this 2 hour class, we will teach the most basic of sewing skills: attaching buttons, sewing patches, and hand stitching. Participants will leave with a finishing product. Free beer! Book HERE

make your own Sweatshirt $100/person
Tuesday september 25 6-9pm

This 3-hour class will teach you how to cut and sew your own sweatshirt alongside your friends. Pick your size, color, and design details to create your own look. Leave class with a finished garment! Book HERE

drawing and donuts $35/person
sunday september 30 10am-12pm

Anna is combining her two favorite things: donuts and illustration! Enjoy coffee and fancy donuts while she teaches you the basic proportions for the illustrated figure often used for fashion illustration or storyboards. No drawing experience needed. Book HERE

patternmaking intensive $120/person
saturday + Sunday october 6 + 7 9am-12pm

The ultimate skill of a fashion designer is to make your own patterns. These patterns will give you the freedom to create any kind of garment you want. This 2-day intensive will teach you the fundamentals of pattern drafting. You will learn about the tools used and create your own pattern blocks. Book HERE

Sewing 101 - make your own TOTE BAG $40/person tuesday october 9 7-9pm

Do you have a home sewing machine that you never use? Don't know how to work it? Come in and we'll show you! This class will focus on sewing machine basics while we cut and sew a tote bag. Bring your own machine in or use one of ours. Book HERE

SHIBORI DYEING $75/person
Saturday october 13 1-3pm

In this class we will explore different techniques and materials for Shibori Dyeing. Shibori is the ancient traditional Japanese resist dyeing technique used traditionally with Indigo dye. We will use silk swatches and cotton swatches and a few different color dyes. Please wear clothes that can be stained, dyeing is messy.

intermediate sewing: How to use a store-bought pattern $50/person
tuesday october 16 7-9pm

Ready to use a pattern? We will show you how to cut your fabric using a store-bought pattern and explain all the terms and sizing features on the pattern. This will be a demo-based workshop. Students will not leave with a finished project. Bring your own pattern in or use one of ours. Book HERE

beginner knitting $35/person
wednesday october 17 6:30-8:30pm

In this class we will get you started on learning the skills for knitting your first project and learning to read basic knitting patterns. We will also discuss gauge and yarn/needle sizes. Skills to be learned: Casting on, Knit stitch, purl stitch, slip slip knit, and knit 2 together. Supplies Needed: 1 ball worsted weight yarn, 1 pair size 7 needles (wood is best)  

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​About scheduling these workshops

Intro to Fashion illustration $40

In this 2-hour BYOB class you will learn the basics of fashion illustration. I’ll show you step by step how to draw a fashion figure, create dynamic and interesting poses and develop personalized croquis. 

Home sewing Machine Lesson $35

Do you have a home sewing machine that you never use? Don't know how to work it? Come in and we'll show you! This 2 hour lesson will focus on sewing machine and tool basics. Bring your own machine in or use one of ours. 

Basic Clothing Alterations $40

Bring in that article of clothing you keep meaning to fix. We will show you some basic alterations so you can save your clothing previously doomed for goodwill. Alteration demos include basic hems, taking in/letting out seams, sewing buttons, mending holes. Then we will focus on your personal project(s). We utilize both hand sewing and machine sewing. No experience necessary. 

Do It Yourself PR seminar $100

This 2-hour seminar will help you draft pitches, hone your message and create a targeted media list. Topics include templates for email pitches, branding tips, timelines, and tactics for working with influencers.

Fashion design 101  $50

Learn how to design from a Chicago design legend, Borris Powell. This 2-hour lesson is tailored around Fashion Design: Concept, Fabric selection, Direction, How to find your client, Media, Show design, Model Casting, Team selection, etc. 

make your own yoga wrap cover-up $100

Can't get to the gym? Then you probably need a new top to motivate you! In this BYOB workshop, you will learn to cut and sew your very own yoga wrap-style coverup, it can be worn 3 ways. Choose from our in house, super-soft jersey stretch fabrics. Leave class with a finished garment!