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Events on February 23, 2012
  • Working With Patterns (Feb 23; March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29)
    Starts: 5:30 pm
    Ends: 7:30 pm
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Events on February 29, 2012
  • Perfect Fit Skirt (Feb. 22, Feb. 29)
    Starts: 6:00 pm
    Ends: 9:00 pm
 
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Hat Making Workshops

Back by popular demand! We had such a good time last fall that we’re  pleased to host Holly Slayton from Artikal Handcrafted Millenery in New York City for two more great workshops in January. If you missed the cocktail fascinators workshop, now is another chance to join the fun, and Holly’s also leading a freeform velour workshop on the same day. Take one or both — no prior experience of any kind is necessary, just a willingness to experiment and enjoy. These make great gifts and heirloom pieces — not to mention fabulous accessories custom made in your style!

Cocktail Fascinators

cocktail Learn to create your own cocktail piece or feather fascinator for any occasion!  Have fun imagining ways that feathers, velour, and vintage buttons can combine to make a one of a kind vintage-style headpiece.

  • Class time:1 session, 3 hours
  • Maximum class size:15 people
  • Supplies required: The class fee includes all materials (feathers, velour, and a comb to serve as the base of the piece) but you are welcome to bring a headband or or clip if you prefer that to the comb. Also, we recommend bringing  a vintage button or pin to add your own style or sparkle.
  • Prerequisites: none
  • Fee: $60
calendaricon Schedule: Sunday, March 18, 2012 10:00-1:00pm. Click the calendar to the left to enroll.

Freeform Velour Hat Workshop

Learn the concepts of velour hat blocking to create  your own truly unique headpiece. You’ll learn how to steam the velour and shape it to develop a chic look of your choice, great to wear in many occasions.

  • Instructor: Holly Slayton
  • Class time:1 session, 4 hours
  • Maximum class size: 15 people
  • Supplies required: The class fee includes all materials, but you are welcome to bring a  vintage button or pin to add your own style or sparkle.
  • Prerequisites: none
  • Fee:$170

 
calendaricon Schedule: TBD. Please contact us if you are interested in learning when the next one is scheduled
Horsehair Fascinator Workshop
Create your own Horsehair/Crin fascinator or cocktail hat. Learn how to work with Horsehair, stitch and finish your cocktail hat, as well as work with embellishments and feathers .

  • Instructor: Holly Slayton
  • Class time:1 session, 3 hours
  • Maximum class size: 15 people
  • Supplies required: The class fee includes all materials, but you are welcome to bring a vintage button or pin to add your own style or sparkle.
  • Prerequisites: none
  • Fee: $60
calendaricon Schedule: Sunday, March 18, 2012 2:00-5:00pm. Click the calendar to the left to enroll.