kathryn brenne is owner of the Academy of Fine Sewing and Design with more than 80 articles published in Threads, Vogue Patterns, Butterick, Consumers Digest and Sew Stylish. www.finesewing.com
Get up-close instruction in these workshops based on her articles for Vogue Patterns magazine.
101c3 – Bodice Bust Cup Alteration (30) All Levels
Most pattern companies design patterns for the figure with a B cup. If you are larger, chances are you have been buying patterns that are too large in the neck and shoulders and ride up in the front. See how to take correct measurements, choose the right size and alter the pattern for better fit. Bring: 2″ x 18″ ruler, 2H sharp pencil, coloured pencil crayons, invisible scotch tape & scissors.
3 Hour Workshop – Thu 5:00 to 8:00
102c3 – Sheer Delight (25) Intermediate
Sheer fabrics continue to be popular for scarves and layered garments. Learn to work with chiffon, georgette, organza and similar fabrics. Make reference samples for baby French seams, hand rolled edge, picot edge, machine rolled hem and a picot neckline. Kit $15 includes silk fabric & threads.
3 Hour Workshop – Fri 9:00 to 12:00
103c3 – Pattern Drafting: Sleeves (30) All Levels
Learn how to change a one piece sleeve into a two piece sleeve to obtain a better fit. Do your jacket sleeve caps pucker? See how to reduce the amount of cap ease to suit every fabric and increase the sleeve circumference to accommodate larger upper arms. Find out how to measure and alter for the perfect length. Bring: 2″ x 18″ ruler, 2H sharp pencil, coloured pencil crayons, invisible scotch tape & scissors.
3 Hour Workshop – Fri 1:00 to 4:00
104c3 – Creative Closures (25) All Levels
Let’s get creative with closures as Kathryn guides you through several samples suitable for both sewn and knitted garments! Make your own Chinese ball and unique frog closures. Work with leather to create ties, toggles and loops and make uniquely shaped bound buttonholes. Bring: 5″ & 8″ scissors. Kit $15
3 Hour Workshop – Sat 9:00 to 12:00
105c3 – Great Elastic Waists! (25) All Levels
Tired of elastic waistbands that twist? Want to convert a pattern to an elastic waist? Come create reference samples for elastic waistline treatments like a faced waist, casings, invisible waistband, sew through sports elastic and decorative waists. Discover great techniques for skirts and pants, whether dressy or casual. Kit $10
3 Hour Workshop – Sat 1:00 to 4:00
106c3 – Leather (25) Intermediate
Here’s your chance to pick up tricks from Kathryn’s Sewing Leather virtual CD. Come learn and try techniques for sewing with leather as you design and sew your own book or e-reader cover. We’ll discuss how to shop for leather, suitable skins, cutting, specialty feet, sewing machine needles, thread, pressing, stitching and embellishing techniques. Bring: 5″ scissors. Kit $20 includes enough leather to cover a pocket novel or average size e-reader.
3 Hour Workshop – Sun 9:00 to 12:00
954s2 – Fabric Care & Characteristics
From the planning stages to the finished garment, treat your fabric with care! Using garments from her Vogue Patterns articles, Kathryn Brenne shares tips about fabric characteristics and properties. See what thread, lining and interfacings to use on which fabrics. Learn about dry cleaning techniques, home laundering, washing machines, irons and pressing equipment, storage and stain removal. Plus, discover how to do a burn test to identify unknown fibres.
1.5 Hour Seminar – Fri 5:00 to 6:30
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