Maria Calautti is founder of the European Pattern Making courses at Georgian College and established the Canadian division of Le Grand Chic Italia School of Fashion. She has created the ‘Cynch It’ pants that take inches off your look with a patent pending. The Feb/March 2013 issue of Vogue Patterns gave rave reviews to Marfy citing a California workshop that recently explored these couture patterns. Little did they know that Maria has already achieved fantastic results here at Creativ Festival! www.cynchitpants.com
Demystify Italian Couture
Demystify Marfy Italian Couture (20) Advanced
The Feb/March 2013 issue of Vogue Patterns gave rave reviews to Marfy, here’s your chance to get the inside scoop. Create an Italian couture garment for a fraction of the cost! Learn to read the guidelines on the Marfy pattern pieces as you cut and fit your tunic. After a one hour tutorial that compares measurements to the pattern and explains basic procedures, you’ll start cutting and marking. Sew and finish your stylish tunic in the afternoon and wear it in the evening! It’s about gaining confidence to try more intricate designs you will wear proudly. Pattern ordering instructions provided with registration. Supply List
6 Hour Workshop.
Join Maria for step-by-step workbook classes where you create storyboards with invaluable reference samples for future pant projects…
Pants: No Fail Front Fly Zipper (25) Intermediate
Learn how to install a front fly zipper with little or no bulk because the pattern pieces are cut on the fold. Using Maria’s 6 step process ensures perfect installation for both new pant construction or zipper replacement. This workshop provides a deeper understanding of professional zipper installation and the confidence to tackle other garments as well. Kit $20
3 Hour Workshop.
Pants: Front Pocket Installation (25) All Levels
Come learn Maria’s 4 step method to install front pockets of any style whether a curved or slant opening, the installation is the same and seamless every time. This method keeps the pocket opening from gaping, has very little bulk and can be used in dress pants as well as jeans. Kit $15
3 Hour Workshop.
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