robert wylie, a partner in Armure Studios constantly investigates the world of textile and fibre arts. He explores whatever catches his attention from custom garments to machine embroidery. www.armurestudios.ca
118c6 – Achieve a Better Fit: Pants (25) Intermediate
The key to better fitting pants is to understand how the pattern pieces and seams relate to your body. Using the Vogue pant fitting shell, we’ll examine these relationships and adjust patterns to overcome your personal body challenges like fuller tummy or hips, leg length, width and more. You’ll make crotch adjustments and eliminate baggy seats and gapping waists. We’ll personally tissue fit your adjusted pattern so you’ll leave with a pattern for perfect fitting pants. Pattern Fee $20 Order form provided with registration.
6 Hour Workshop – Wed 12:30 to 7:00
119c6 – Perfecting the Shirt & Blouse (25) Intermediate to Advanced
Commercial patterns just don’t make the grade to achieve that ‘perfect’ shirt or blouse. And, altering the pattern for proper fit is just the beginning. Learn to alter the seam allowances to create the flat felled and French seams so necessary for a prized garment. Draft pattern pieces for cuffs and collars that contour to the body and plackets that fall right into place. Learn about proper button placement, pressing and finishing details. Create pattern samples in the morning and sew them in the afternoon so that you are all set to sew your first perfect garment. Supply List & Kit $15
6 Hour Workshop – Sat 9:00 to 4:00
Let history dazzle you as you visit the personal collection of William Hodge and Robert Wylie. With passion and humour, they’ll explore textile embellishment in various forms from ancient Egypt to modern day Mexico.
904s2 – Baubles, Bangles & Beads
Since the beginning of time, every culture has treasured the ‘little bits of stuff’ that held mystery and charm, excitement and envy! Little bits with holes still capture our imagination and hearts today. More than just a history lesson, experience tangible works from around the world and discover the magic behind these extraordinary little treasures!
1.5 Hour Seminar – Fri 1:00 to 2:30
905s2 – From The Eye of the Gods
For unknown ages, the women of Chiapas and Guerrero, Mexico have been weaving and embroidering their own cloth fusing the likeness of ancient gods with the world around. Using hand spun cotton, wool and silk, they continue the decoration of everyday garments with as much patience and care as their ancestral mothers more than a thousand years ago. See the depth and skills from one of the finest weavers in Mexico and local women’s collectives that use their talents to support and cloth their families.
1.5 Hour Seminar – Fri 3:00 to 4:30
It’s easy to register for classes. Simply click here for pricing info and call 1-800-291-2030 to register.