ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Arts & DIY
Note: This is a multi-session event series. By purchasing the event package, you acknowledge that you can attend all event dates included below.Event Overview
Sewing is a learning-by-doing type of activity, and each day of this four part series will build on each other. By the end of this series you will be comfortable using a sewing machine, be able to choose the appropriate techniques and materials for a project, and will know how to manipulate fabric into fun and/or practical wearables for personal use. You can say ‘I made it’ every day of the week!
Session I - Go Go Gadget
Monday, November 3, 2014 - 7:00pm until 9:00pm
Learn how a sewing machine works; Machine maintenance; Stitches – pressure and tension; key machine stitches.
Session II - Razzle, Dazzle with Ruffles, Darts, and more!
Monday, November 10, 2014 - 7:00pm until 9:00pm
Learn fabric manipulation through techniques such as: Darts, ruffles, seams and seam finishes. These techniques will help you sculpt and structure fabric to take the form you want. You will also learn about textile fibers and weaves.
Session III - Zipper and Button Battle
Monday, November 17, 2014 - 7:00pm until 9:00pm
Closures : Introduction to zipper applications, buttons and button holes, snaps, and other closures.
Session IV - Chi-town Chic!
Monday, November 24, 2014 - 7:00pm until 9:00pm
Our final day: You will take what you have learned to make a project of your choice, such as a functional bag or pillow cover.
What to Bring
Your trusted sewing kit (commercial sewing kits are available for $10 at beginning of class)
Minimum age
All ages welcome
Cancellation PolicyLocation
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Kacie Greer is a designer of “Wildflower Custom Dresses”. Kacie and her twin sister Kaitlyn created this clothing line to inspire women to find their true being in this world. Wildflowers grow wild and free, and women have a right to do the same! Kacie is an activist for women’s rights and has started a fundraiser for The Dreamcatcher Foundation with her Wildflower line.
She is a graduate from North Central College with a degree in Organizational Communication and Global Studies. She plans to continue to grow her presence in the fashion industry by sharing her passion for fair trade. She has worked with marketing for non-profits and started social media campaigns. Since has lived in the Chicagoland area for 5 years, and during this time has been an active volunteer for many justice based organizations such as IIRON, Bread for the World, Urban Threads, and South Loop Campus Ministry.
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