Designing With Knits • August 1-3, 2008

A few spaces are still open!

There's no question that knit fabrics have a proven and secure place in fashion today. And sewers have increasing access to all kinds of interesting knits, which are being produced in an ever-expanding array of fiber contents. But what do you do with all of these fascinating knit fabrics?

Matching the appropriate knit fabric with a garment type or specific design is key, and this will be discussed in conjunction with the elements that make knit garments successful. We'll also explore how to easily develop details that will make your knit garments look fabulous. Participants will compile a variety of sketches and design ideas as well as work on one or two muslins of their choice.

Please note that this is an intermediate class in knits. As a prerequisite, I strongly recommend moderate to extensive experience in working with knits, or my class "Getting Comfortable with Knits." For more information or to register, please visit my website. (Class fee: $395.00)

Rescheduled Overnight Sewing Pajama Party • August 9-10

As some of you know, my central air died and I had to cancel the last PJ Party. But I’ve got new dates – and an efficient new A/C unit. (And a new furnace, too, in case you were thinking about attending a class in cold weather. . . rest assured there will be heat!)

Arrive any time after 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 9 and sew to your heart’s content until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 10.

Work on whatever suits your fancy. I will be available to help you with fittings, fabric and interfacing questions, pattern work, garment design, and anything else you need. Bring your sewing machine, a sewing light, your notions and fabric, your sewing chair if you’d like – and, of course, your PJ’s!

Sew all night if you like. Or get a few hours of shut-eye: I have four double/queen beds, a big couch, and plenty of floor space. Bring a sewing buddy and bunk in with her!

I will provide supper (BYOB), and a continental breakfast on Saturday morning. Other meals are on your own; you’re welcome to bring food items to put in my fridge.

For more information or to register, please visit my website. (Retreat fee, including supper and breakfast: $195.00)

Define Your Style: Designing Softly Structured Garments for Women (Design I) • March 8-13, 2009

What's the difference between an ensemble that is appealing and one that is stunning? Why do some women look overpowered and stiff in their clothes while others look comfortable and graceful? What is it that really happens to push clothing into that “absolutely exquisite” category?

This six-day class will give you an opportunity to explore and understand the many facets of design and soft tailoring for women. We will study the elements of design and their interrelationship, including visualization and the value of sketching, flat pattern manipulation, draping, fabrication, engineering, fitting, and construction techniques as they pertain to soft tailoring. This class will be held at my home/studio, and enrollment is limited. (Class fee: $735.00)

For more information about Sarah's classes, custom clothing, and writing, please visit her website, www.sarahveblen.com, or contact her directly via email: sarah@sarahveblen.com; phone: 410-472-9253; or mail: 15 Cross Falls Circle, Sparks, MD 21152.

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