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SUMMARY:Garment Sewing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Garment sewing can be very rewarding and allows you to choose your best style and fit. Rae is here to teach you the best practices for sewing clothing before you sit down at the sewing machine. In this series you have learned how to choose and cut out  fabric and a pattern\, now Rae will cover the importance of following the directions . You will explore successful methods for pinning\, sewing\, clipping and finishing seams\, and the importance of pressing as you sew. As if all that wasn’t enough\, you will also learn some methods of supporting and finishing a garment’s raw edges. These class will give you an excellent foundation on which to build your garment sewing expertise. \nAdvance registration required with the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo; register through OSQE Online Classes or contact them at 800-699-6309 or\ninfo@sewingexpo.com.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/garment-sewing-basics/
LOCATION:Your Computer
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
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SUMMARY:Garment Openings and Closings
DESCRIPTION:Getting dressed is so automatic that we take for granted the ease of buttoning or zipping up our favorite clothes. It is essential to include appropriate openings and closings into your custom-made garments and they need to be supported to insure a long and happy life. During this class we will take a look at a variety of zipper options\, buttons and buttonholes and other hardware to assure your clothes work well. \nAdvance registration required with the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo; register through OSQE Online Classes or contact them at 800-699-6309 or\ninfo@sewingexpo.com.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/garment-openings-and-closings/
LOCATION:Your Computer
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T214641Z
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SUMMARY:Garment Hems and Finishes (Machine and Handsewn)
DESCRIPTION:The final finishes on a newly sewn garment are just as important as the first machine stitches. Find out which techniques are best for the garment you are creating and how to match the finish to a garment’s fabrication and style. Bring along some fabric\, an iron\, needle\, and thread to practice some of these important finishing stitches during class. A discussion will focus on acknowledging and honoring your style and comfort preferences in future garments. \nAdvance registration required with the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo; register through OSQE Online Classes or contact them at 800-699-6309 or\ninfo@sewingexpo.com.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/garment-hems-and-finishes-machine-and-hand/
LOCATION:Your Computer
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220116
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SUMMARY:International Sewing Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:WE REGRET TO ANNOUNCE THAT THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED BY THE HOSTS DUE TO THE CURRENT STATUS OF COVID.   WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE IN 2023! \nJoin Fit for Art at the first ever International Sewing Arts Festival for fashion\, home and costume sewers!  This show is hosted by the same folks who bring you the quilting show Road to California and will be in the same location the preceding week.  Registration is now open and the class schedule available.  Register for Rae’s class Fabulous Knit Finishes Sampler on Friday morning.  There will be runway shows\, a Fit Clinic\, by appointment only\, and lots of vendors.  We can’t wait to see you in California! \nShow Hours\nThursday and Friday     9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. \nSaturday                             9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \n 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/international-sewing-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Ontario Convention Center\, 2000 E Convention Center Way\, Ontario\, CA\, 91764\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220123
DTSTAMP:20220107T221834Z
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SUMMARY:Road to California Quilter's Conference and Showcase
DESCRIPTION:WE REGRET TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE HAVE DECIDED NOT TO TRAVEL TO CALIFORNIA FOR THIS SHOW DUE TO THE CANCELLATION OF THE ISAF AND TO THE CURRENT STATUS OF COVID.  WE HOPE  TO SEE YOU THERE IN 2023! \nJoin Fit for Art at Road to California!  This is our first appearance at this show and we’d love to see you there!  Rae is teaching a full day class on January 17th\, between ISAF and Road to California\, Quilt a Jacket Technique Sampler.  Registration for classes is now open! \nShow Hours\nPreview Night (Tuesday)   6:00 – 8:30 p.m. \nWednesday to Friday          9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. \nSaturday                                  9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/road-to-california-quilters-conference-and-showcase/
LOCATION:Ontario Convention Center\, 2000 E Convention Center Way\, Ontario\, CA\, 91764\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Show
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SUMMARY:Original Sewing & Quilt Expo - Atlanta GA
DESCRIPTION:We are looking forward to meeting old friends and new at the Atlanta OSQE!  Visit us in Booth 218 where you’ll find many new garment samples\, especially of the Carpe Diem Dress & Tunic\,  complimentary fittings for the Tabula Rasa Jacket and Knit top\, Eureka! Pants fittings by reservation for a fee\, and of course the full line of print Fit for Art patterns and other products.   Rae is teaching several classes and registration is now open\, so don’t delay!  Enjoy our trunk show “Four Core Patterns – One Great Wardrobe” Thursday at 11:15. \nWe are doing something new this year – a runway Fashion Show!  Rae will host a celebration of fashion sewing on the Expo Stage at 12:00 on Friday.  You are invited to participate! Walk the Expo Runway to show off the Fit for Art Makes you have been sewing.  To participate in the Runway Fashion Show\, click HERE to register in advance.  All participants will receive FREE General Admission on Friday.   \nRae’s Classes\nNotable Knits\, Thursday 3/10 at 9:00 a.m. \nLayering\, a Trending Technique\, Thursday 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. \nDIY A Contemporary Pants Wardrobe\, Friday 3/11 at 8:30 a.m. \nCreative Hemlines for Distinctive Garments\, Friday 3/11 at 2:30 p.m. \nFabrics that Make the Best Clothing\, Saturday 3/12 at 12:30 p.m. \nMake Clothes that Scratch Your Creative Itch\, Saturday 3/12 at 2:00 p.m. \nExhibit Hall Hours\nThursday & Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. \nSaturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/original-sewing-quilt-expo-atlanta-ga-2/
LOCATION:Gas South Convention Center (formerly Infinite Energy Center)\, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30097
CATEGORIES:Class,Show,Trunk Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T000000
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SUMMARY:Original Sewing & Quilt Expo - Fredericksburg VA
DESCRIPTION:Fit for Art looks forward to returning to Fredericksburg for the 2022 Original Sewing & Quilt Expo!  Rae is teaching several classes during the Expo\, and Fit for Art is hosting a 2-day pants workshop\, selling our patterns and other merchandise\, and doing both jacket and pant fittings in our booth.   Registration for classes and our Eureka! Pants Workshop is open so REGISTER NOW!  Be inspired by Carrie’s presentation Four Core Patterns – One Great Wardrobe at The Spot on Thursday at 11:15 a.m. or on Saturday at 3:15 p.m. \nMore the Days Before\nRae and Carrie are teaching a 2-day Eureka! Pants that Fit workshop on Tuesday and Wednesday\, Sept. 27-28.  By the end of the workshop\, you’ll take home a personalized pants pattern and be well on your way to completing your first pair of fabulous pants.  Register early as spaces are limited to give you the maximum personal attention. \nExpo Classes\nLayering\, A Trending Technique: Thursday 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. \nCreative Hemlines for Distinctive Garments: Thursday 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. \nDIY A Contemporary Pants Wardrobe: Friday 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nNotable Knits: Friday 2:30-3:30 p.m. \nFabrics that Make the Best Clothing: Saturday 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. \nMake Clothes that Scratch your Creative Itch: Saturday 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. \nExhibit Hall Hours\nThursday & Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. \nSaturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nAnd don’t forget to register to participate in the Runway Fashion Show wearing your own garment makes!
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/original-sewing-quilt-expo-fredericksburg-va-2/
LOCATION:Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center\, 2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy\, Fredericksburg\, VA\, 22401  
CATEGORIES:Class,Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T163000
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SUMMARY:Advanced and Quilted Tabula Rasa Jacket - part 1
DESCRIPTION:With a well fitting Tabula Rasa Jacket pattern in hand\, Rae and Carrie of Fit for Art Patterns will guide you in making the jacket of your dreams.  We will begin the 1st session\, October 15 considering techniques for piecing\, layering\, embellishing and making style changes with the Tabula Rasa Jacket variation patterns. \n\n\n\nEach student will create a plan for a successful jacket\, personalized for their chosen fabrics and design concepts.  Step-by-step engineering plans will be prepared to map out each step in their jacket making process.  Then the work will begin to cut and assemble the jacket. \n\n\n\nOctober 29 @10:30am – 4:30 PM \n\n\n\nThe generous 2 weeks between classes affords time for the jacket sections to be completed and ready for final construction and finishing in the second group session October 29. \n\n\n\nCost includes both sessions. \n\n\n\nSupply List: \n\n\n\nPreferred cutting tools \n\n\n\nBasic sewing notions \n\n\n\nSewing Machine – don’t forget the pedal and power cord \n\n\n\nFabrics of choice \n\n\n\nPersonalized Tabula Rasa Jacket Pattern \n\n\n\nBatting\, light weight and drapey\, if a quilted jacket is being planned \n\n\n\nLining if desired
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/advanced-and-quilted-tabula-rasa-jacket-part-1/
LOCATION:Artistic Artifacts\, 4750 Eisenhower Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T183945Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced and Quilted Tabula Rasa Jackets-Part 2
DESCRIPTION:With a well fitting Tabula Rasa Jacket pattern in hand\, Rae and Carrie of Fit for Art Patterns will guide you in making the jacket of your dreams.  We will begin the 1st session\, October 15 considering techniques for piecing\, layering\, embellishing and making style changes with the Tabula Rasa Jacket variation patterns. \n\n\n\nEach student will create a plan for a successful jacket\, personalized for their chosen fabrics and design concepts.  Step-by-step engineering plans will be prepared to map out each step in their jacket making process.  Then the work will begin to cut and assemble the jacket. \n\n\n\nThe generous 2 weeks between classes affords time for the jacket sections to be completed and ready for final construction and finishing in the second group session October 29. \n\n\n\nCost includes both sessions. \n\n\n\nSupply List: \n\n\n\nPreferred cutting tools \n\n\n\nBasic sewing notions \n\n\n\nSewing Machine – don’t forget the pedal and power cord \n\n\n\nFabrics of choice \n\n\n\nPersonalized Tabula Rasa Jacket Pattern \n\n\n\nBatting\, light weight and drapey\, if a quilted jacket is being planned \n\n\n\nLining if desired
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/advanced-and-quilted-tabula-rasa-jackets-part-2/
LOCATION:Artistic Artifacts\, 4750 Eisenhower Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T160000
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SUMMARY:A Day of Creativity
DESCRIPTION:Spend an action-packed day with Carrie and Rae and the Richmond/Charlottesville American Sewing Guild chapter\, experimenting with a variety of embellishment techniques that enhance both gifts and garments. Stretch your fabric-mixing muscles as you create small samples that can have a fanciful impact on your DIY sewing. Explore hand stitching techniques\, fabric collage\, scrap lace making\, and more in this hands-on class.  \n\n\n\n4 different techniques make 4 unique sleep masks\n\n\n\nIf you wish\, begin creating a sleep mask\, composition book cover\, or a set of fabulous pockets to enhance a tired garment or incorporate into a new project. We will finish with a trunk show of ways these techniques can be used to create wearable art masterpieces. \n\n\n\nScrap lace book cover being created.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/a-day-of-creativity/
LOCATION:THE CENTER AT BELVEDERE 540 BELVEDERE BLVD\, CHARLOTTESVILLE\, VA\, 540 BELVEDERE BLVD\, Charlottesville\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:Class,Of interest to Sewists,Trunk Show,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T160000
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SUMMARY:KIDS - Let's Make a Jacket! Pattern Testing Call!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all kids ages 7-12! If you love sewing with a sewing machine & always like to be one-of-a-kind\, come be a pattern tester January 7 and 14 for this great jacket with local pattern designers Rae and Edye of Fit for Art Patterns! We’ve given you a special rate on this workshop since you’ll be testing a pattern & hopefully giving feedback to the designers\, and the fee includes the Fit for Art pattern being tested along with the directions.  You just bring 2 yards of your favorite cotton fabric or 1 yard each of 2 coordinating fabrics and the spirit of a trendsetter! A grown up sewing friend is also welcome to help if you want (only register for the child). 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/kids-lets-make-a-jacket-pattern-testing-call/
LOCATION:Domesticity\, 4313 Harford Road\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Kids sewing event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230129T040000
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CREATED:20221130T130400Z
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UID:37093-1674901800-1674964800@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Eureka! Pants that Fit Class
DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of searching the stores for comfortable\, well-fitting pants? Attend a two-day workshop (requires intermediate-level sewing skills) to fine tune the Eureka! Pants that Fit pattern! This pattern offers a contemporary tapered silhouette in eight sizes with several fitting options. Rae Cumbie and Carrie Emerson will help you fit and customize your pattern — adjusting the crotch and hips\, personalizing dart placement and shaping the legs — as you make pattern adjustments to your tissue pattern and prepare a mock-up. You will choose the waist height and waist style — finishing the pants with either a facing\, waistband or elastic waist. By the end of the class\, you will have a personalized pants pattern and mock-up and be well on your way to completing your first pair of fabulous pants. You will be ready to use this pattern to make pair after pair of comfortable and flattering pants for all seasons and occasions!  Register for this workshop with Artistic Artifacts.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/eureka-pants-that-fit-class/
LOCATION:https://www.artisticartifacts.com/product/4401282023.html\, 4750 Eisenhower Ave\, Alexanderia\, Virginia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artistic Artifacts":MAILTO:sales@artisticartifacts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T143000
DTSTAMP:20241114T191833Z
CREATED:20230318T105612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T191833Z
UID:38187-1683291600-1683297000@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Knit Tee & Tunic Sew-along Online
DESCRIPTION:Sew along with Rae Cumbie as she makes a Tabula Rasa Knit Tee with its signature square armhole. We will try the U-neckline first as we assess the tee for fit and comfort. Then we will venture to the V-neck and the tunic side with its swingy hem.  Register for this online class at Sewbattical.com. \n\n\n\nThis is a 4-session class\, and you will receive access to the class recordings for a year after the last class date.Friday\, May 5\, 1:00pm-2:30pm (Eastern time)Friday\, May 12\, 1:00pm-2:30pm (Eastern time)Friday\, May 19\, 1:00pm-2:30pm (Eastern time) Friday\, May 26\, 1:00pm-2:30pm (Eastern time) \n\n\n\nThe live classes\, where you can ask questions\, and all the support throughout the class makes this a really good entry-level class for knits\, and you’ll have a great top that fits you to a T when you’re finished!  Mastering the fit and construction of this versatile top pattern will lead to endless design possibilities supported by Fit for Art’s variation patterns\, photo gallery and archive of weekly blog posts. \n\n\n\nPurchase the Tabula Rasa Knit Tee & Tunic pattern and the optional Wearable Knit Mock-up Kit and/or Knit Swatch Kit here at fitforartpatterns.com
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/knit-tee-tunic-sew-along-online/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T170000
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SUMMARY:Tabula Rasa Jacket Class
DESCRIPTION:Make a jacket that fits you perfectly!  \n\n\n\nThis fun and productive two-day jacket workshop is open to new Tabula Rasa stitchers as well as students who have already made their mock up. \n\n\n\nNew students will learn how to adjust a paper pattern and make a mock-up for fitting and design purposes. \n\n\n\nExperienced students can work on any Tabula Rasa variation or complex jacket. \n\n\n\nEveryone will sketch\, choose fabrics\, determine what support is needed inside\, and begin constructing their own Tabula Rasa Jacket. \n\n\n\nYou will go home with a personalized jacket pattern\, mock-ups\, and jackets or variations well under way\, and you will be full of ideas for future projects! \n\n\n\nRegister now with Capital Quilts.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/tabula-rasa-jacket-class/
LOCATION:Capital Quilts\, 15926 Luanne Dr\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, MD\, 20877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T170000
DTSTAMP:20230529T165804Z
CREATED:20230509T002951Z
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UID:38800-1693047600-1693155600@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Quilted Tabula Rasa Jacket
DESCRIPTION:Quilted Tabula Rasa Jacket Workshop \n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for chilly weather with a new quilted Tabula Rasa Jacket. Choose to make the Vines and Leaves TRJ\, the Flower Garden TRJ or a wholecloth quilted TRJ. Rae Cumbie will be your guide as you design\, piece\, cut\, choose battings\, threads and other materials.  See more inspirations by clicking here. \n\n\n\nPre-requisite: a fitted Tabula Rasa Jacket muslin and pattern. Bring your muslin or pattern from your previous Tabula Rasa Jacket class. \n\n\n\nRegister at Capital Quilts – Class limited to 6 students \n\n\n\nReversible quilted jacket
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/quilted-jacket-class/
LOCATION:Capital Quilts\, 15926 Luanne Dr\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, MD\, 20877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Cherrywood-Vines-side.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T200000
DTSTAMP:20241114T191419Z
CREATED:20230901T201316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T191419Z
UID:39623-1696273200-1696276800@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Curate & Sew a Contemporary Wardrobe
DESCRIPTION:A Stitch Talk with Rae Cumbie and Fabric Mart\n\n\n\nIs it easy to get dressed each day? Does your closet offer up individual garments that are ill fitting and do not work well together? Join Rae in a conversation about the well-planned and beautifully stitched modern wardrobe. Be empowered to sort through the closet and find the keepers\, the give aways and the items that can be restyled.  We will consider what neatly fitting garments look like and how they will coordinate with existing wardrobe favorites and the rhythm of your life. A trunk show of possibilities will inspire you to begin planning and sewing your own curated wardrobe built on well-fitting core patterns. \n\n\n\nThis virtual talk is hosted by Fabric Mart\, a fabulous on-line fabric source.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/curate-sew-a-contemporary-wardrobe/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/20201107_100649-2-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T160000
DTSTAMP:20230912T183732Z
CREATED:20230902T181007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T183732Z
UID:39632-1698397200-1698595200@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:The Art of the Custom Tee
DESCRIPTION:Fit for Art Patterns joins Nick Coman and Dragonfly Creative to offer a 3-day dyeing and sewing workshop in Ridgway\, Colorado.  Create a dressy custom tunic or tee from fabric that you dye yourself while learning fitting and sewing tricks from Rae and Nick for handling knits. All in the shadows of the majestic San Juan mountains in beautiful Southwest Colorado. \n\n\n\nWe will be ice dyeing knit rayon and making the gorgeous Tabula Rasa Knit Tee or Tunic. Under Nick’s expert guidance\, we will hand dye your fabric. Then Rae will guide you in fitting and constructing your choice of a gorgeous tunic or tee with customizable neck\, sleeve\, and hem\, out of your hand dyed fabric. \n\n\n\nWhen: Fri/Sat/Sun October 27-29\, 2023 from 9am – 4pm daily with an hour for lunch \n\n\n\nRegistration Cost: $650 \n\n\n\n\nAll materials and supplies are provided\, including sewing machines (if you don’t want to bring your own).\n\n\n\nBreakfast and lunch will be provided daily\n\n\n\nDinner will be served on the first night at Nick’s home.\n\n\n\nDinner the last night is included at a location to be determined. [either be dinner in Telluride or wine and cheese reception.]\n\n\n\nHousing is on your own; we will provide a list of local licensed AirBnB’s.\n\n\n\nThe cut off date for registration is October 20\, 2023 to insure the availability of supplies.\n\n\n\n\nRegister with Dragonfly Creative by October 20\, 2023!
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/the-art-of-the-custom-tee/
LOCATION:Dragonfly Creative\, 631 Sherman St.\, Ridgway\, CO 81432\, Colorado\, 81432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/20230418_173440-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T203000
DTSTAMP:20241114T191222Z
CREATED:20231025T171538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T191222Z
UID:40169-1700161200-1700166600@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Soft and Swingy Sewing - a Stitch Talk with Rae Cumbie
DESCRIPTION:If you love the look of drapey shirts\, tops and pants that glide smoothly over your figure but are afraid to cut and sew these lovely fabrics\, this is your class. Learn the sewing techniques that tame a variety of fluid woven and knit fabrics. Consider the fit and styles that are successful when sewn with drapey fabrics. Conquer your fears for sewing soft fabrics with sample making habits and successful styling solutions. You will be empowered to add fashionable soft garments to your sewing repertoire. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this virtual class with Fabric Mart.  A fabric swatch set is included in the cost of the class and will be sent on or around November 3rd. \n\n\n\nWe are excited to have Rae Cumbie as one of our featured sewing instructors this fall! Rae Cumbie is the Creative Director behind Fit for Art Patterns. Learn more about Rae on her website.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/soft-and-swingy-sewing-stitch-talk/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Class,Of interest to Sewists,Online Class,Trunk Show
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20230709_084623-1-resize.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T203000
DTSTAMP:20240210T152440Z
CREATED:20240105T202348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T152440Z
UID:40798-1706639400-1706646600@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Class with Fabric Mart Fabrics - 6 class series
DESCRIPTION:Sew Great Clothes\n\n\n\nAre you ready to move from sewing craft projects to sewing clothes? Or maybe you are an experienced stitcher looking to polish some skills? Join Rae Cumbie from Fit for Art Patterns as she walks you through the theory and practice of good garment sewing. The 6 virtual classes will be held every other Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. starting January 30 and wrapping up on April 9. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Tools and Pattern Tips (Jan. 30)\n\n\n\nSession 2: The Best Fabrics for Fashion\, Function and Fit (Feb. 13)\n\n\n\nSession 3: Preparing\, Cutting\, Marking and Supporting Fabric (Feb. 27)\n\n\n\nSession 4: Careful Construction Details – Seams\, Darts and Extras (March 12)\n\n\n\nSession 5: Techniques for Hems and Other Beautiful Finishes (March 26)\n\n\n\nSession 6: Openings and Closings Plus Design Tips for Sewing Successful Wardrobes (April 9)\n\n\n\n\nTake advantage of the Early Bird Special to register for all 6 sessions at a discount\, or sign up for just the ones you need to jumpstart your 2024 sewing. Register with FabricMartFabrics.com. \n\n\n\nEach session will be recorded so you can watch more than once or on your own time if any of the dates don’t work for you.  Recordings will be available for six months. Sessions will be held via Zoom and log-in info will be sent out to registered participants 1-2 days before class. 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/sew-great-clothes/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event.\, your computer\, Your city
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Fabric-Mart-great-clothes-series.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T203000
DTSTAMP:20240210T155530Z
CREATED:20240210T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155530Z
UID:41096-1707849000-1707856200@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Class with Fabric Mart Fabrics - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Sew Great Clothes\n\n\n\nAre you ready to move from sewing craft projects to sewing clothes? Or maybe you are an experienced stitcher looking to polish some skills? Join Rae Cumbie from Fit for Art Patterns as she walks you through the theory and practice of good garment sewing. The 6 virtual classes will be held every other Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. starting January 30 and wrapping up on April 9. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Tools and Pattern Tips (Jan. 30)\n\n\n\nSession 2: The Best Fabrics for Fashion\, Function and Fit (Feb. 13)\n\n\n\nSession 3: Preparing\, Cutting\, Marking and Supporting Fabric (Feb. 27)\n\n\n\nSession 4: Careful Construction Details – Seams\, Darts and Extras (March 12)\n\n\n\nSession 5: Techniques for Hems and Other Beautiful Finishes (March 26)\n\n\n\nSession 6: Openings and Closings Plus Design Tips for Sewing Successful Wardrobes (April 9)\n\n\n\n\nTake advantage of the Early Bird Special to register for all 6 sessions at a discount\, or sign up for just the ones you need to jumpstart your 2024 sewing. Register with FabricMartFabrics.com. \n\n\n\nEach session will be recorded so you can watch more than once or on your own time if any of the dates don’t work for you.  Recordings will be available for six months. Sessions will be held via Zoom and log-in info will be sent out to registered participants 1-2 days before class. 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/fabric-mart-fabrics-session-2/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event.\, your computer\, Your city
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/session-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T203000
DTSTAMP:20240210T155452Z
CREATED:20240210T153855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155452Z
UID:41098-1709058600-1709065800@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Class with Fabric Mart Fabrics – Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Sew Great Clothes\n\n\n\nAre you ready to move from sewing craft projects to sewing clothes? Or maybe you are an experienced stitcher looking to polish some skills? Join Rae Cumbie from Fit for Art Patterns as she walks you through the theory and practice of good garment sewing. The 6 virtual classes will be held every other Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. starting January 30 and wrapping up on April 9. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Tools and Pattern Tips (Jan. 30)\n\n\n\nSession 2: The Best Fabrics for Fashion\, Function and Fit (Feb. 13)\n\n\n\nSession 3: Preparing\, Cutting\, Marking and Supporting Fabric (Feb. 27)\n\n\n\nSession 4: Careful Construction Details – Seams\, Darts and Extras (March 12)\n\n\n\nSession 5: Techniques for Hems and Other Beautiful Finishes (March 26)\n\n\n\nSession 6: Openings and Closings Plus Design Tips for Sewing Successful Wardrobes (April 9)\n\n\n\n\nTake advantage of the Early Bird Special to register for all 6 sessions at a discount\, or sign up for just the ones you need to jumpstart your 2024 sewing. Register with FabricMartFabrics.com. \n\n\n\nEach session will be recorded so you can watch more than once or on your own time if any of the dates don’t work for you.  Recordings will be available for six months. Sessions will be held via Zoom and log-in info will be sent out to registered participants 1-2 days before class. 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/fabric-mart-fabrics-session-3/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event.\, your computer\, Your city
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/session-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T203000
DTSTAMP:20240210T155408Z
CREATED:20240210T154208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155408Z
UID:41100-1710268200-1710275400@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Class with Fabric Mart Fabrics – Session 4
DESCRIPTION:Sew Great Clothes\n\n\n\nAre you ready to move from sewing craft projects to sewing clothes? Or maybe you are an experienced stitcher looking to polish some skills? Join Rae Cumbie from Fit for Art Patterns as she walks you through the theory and practice of good garment sewing. The 6 virtual classes will be held every other Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. starting January 30 and wrapping up on April 9. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Tools and Pattern Tips (Jan. 30)\n\n\n\nSession 2: The Best Fabrics for Fashion\, Function and Fit (Feb. 13)\n\n\n\nSession 3: Preparing\, Cutting\, Marking and Supporting Fabric (Feb. 27)\n\n\n\nSession 4: Careful Construction Details – Seams\, Darts and Extras (March 12)\n\n\n\nSession 5: Techniques for Hems and Other Beautiful Finishes (March 26)\n\n\n\nSession 6: Openings and Closings Plus Design Tips for Sewing Successful Wardrobes (April 9)\n\n\n\n\nTake advantage of the Early Bird Special to register for all 6 sessions at a discount\, or sign up for just the ones you need to jumpstart your 2024 sewing. Register with FabricMartFabrics.com. \n\n\n\nEach session will be recorded so you can watch more than once or on your own time if any of the dates don’t work for you.  Recordings will be available for six months. Sessions will be held via Zoom and log-in info will be sent out to registered participants 1-2 days before class. 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/fabric-mart-fabrics-session-4/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event.\, your computer\, Your city
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/session-4.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T203000
DTSTAMP:20240210T155323Z
CREATED:20240210T154507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155323Z
UID:41103-1711477800-1711485000@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Class with Fabric Mart Fabrics – Session 5
DESCRIPTION:Sew Great Clothes\n\n\n\nAre you ready to move from sewing craft projects to sewing clothes? Or maybe you are an experienced stitcher looking to polish some skills? Join Rae Cumbie from Fit for Art Patterns as she walks you through the theory and practice of good garment sewing. The 6 virtual classes will be held every other Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. starting January 30 and wrapping up on April 9. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Tools and Pattern Tips (Jan. 30)\n\n\n\nSession 2: The Best Fabrics for Fashion\, Function and Fit (Feb. 13)\n\n\n\nSession 3: Preparing\, Cutting\, Marking and Supporting Fabric (Feb. 27)\n\n\n\nSession 4: Careful Construction Details – Seams\, Darts and Extras (March 12)\n\n\n\nSession 5: Techniques for Hems and Other Beautiful Finishes (March 26)\n\n\n\nSession 6: Openings and Closings Plus Design Tips for Sewing Successful Wardrobes (April 9)\n\n\n\n\nTake advantage of the Early Bird Special to register for all 6 sessions at a discount\, or sign up for just the ones you need to jumpstart your 2024 sewing. Register with FabricMartFabrics.com. \n\n\n\nEach session will be recorded so you can watch more than once or on your own time if any of the dates don’t work for you.  Recordings will be available for six months. Sessions will be held via Zoom and log-in info will be sent out to registered participants 1-2 days before class. 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/fabric-mart-fabrics-session-5/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event.\, your computer\, Your city
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/session-5.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T203000
DTSTAMP:20240210T155230Z
CREATED:20240210T154820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155230Z
UID:41105-1712687400-1712694600@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Class with Fabric Mart Fabrics – Session 6
DESCRIPTION:Sew Great Clothes\n\n\n\nAre you ready to move from sewing craft projects to sewing clothes? Or maybe you are an experienced stitcher looking to polish some skills? Join Rae Cumbie from Fit for Art Patterns as she walks you through the theory and practice of good garment sewing. The 6 virtual classes will be held every other Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. starting January 30 and wrapping up on April 9. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Tools and Pattern Tips (Jan. 30)\n\n\n\nSession 2: The Best Fabrics for Fashion\, Function and Fit (Feb. 13)\n\n\n\nSession 3: Preparing\, Cutting\, Marking and Supporting Fabric (Feb. 27)\n\n\n\nSession 4: Careful Construction Details – Seams\, Darts and Extras (March 12)\n\n\n\nSession 5: Techniques for Hems and Other Beautiful Finishes (March 26)\n\n\n\nSession 6: Openings and Closings Plus Design Tips for Sewing Successful Wardrobes (April 9)\n\n\n\n\nTake advantage of the Early Bird Special to register for all 6 sessions at a discount\, or sign up for just the ones you need to jumpstart your 2024 sewing. Register with FabricMartFabrics.com. \n\n\n\nEach session will be recorded so you can watch more than once or on your own time if any of the dates don’t work for you.  Recordings will be available for six months. Sessions will be held via Zoom and log-in info will be sent out to registered participants 1-2 days before class. 
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/fabric-mart-fabrics-session-6/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event.\, your computer\, Your city
CATEGORIES:Class,Online Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/session-6.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Fabric Mart":MAILTO:customerservice@fabricmartfabrics.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T170000
DTSTAMP:20240506T165242Z
CREATED:20240416T152806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T165242Z
UID:41724-1717250400-1717261200@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Scrap Lace Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Put your scraps of precious fabric\, yarn\, cord\, trims and lace to good use as decorative scrap lace.  Bring them along for a day of play at Capital Quilts on June 1 with Rae Cumbie of Fit for Art Patterns.  Learn the ins and outs of building the lace on water soluble film\, then stitch it in place and rinse away the film.  See several samples of ways to use your lace to make gifts or trim garments.  \n\n\n\nRegister with Capital Quilts.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/scrap-lace-workshop/
LOCATION:Capital Quilts\, 15926 Luanne Dr\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, MD\, 20877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T163000
DTSTAMP:20260110T193239Z
CREATED:20251118T141956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T193239Z
UID:46772-1772793000-1772901000@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Vests of Many Colors with Artistic Artifacts
DESCRIPTION:Vests are a great way to use a special fabric\, so let’s get started! Fit for Art’s Rae and Carrie designed a vest using the Tabula Rasa Jacket pattern and Artistic Artifacts’ beautiful cotton Ikat imports from India. Judy and her team loved it\, and now it’s your turn to make your own version during a 2-day workshop at Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria VA. As always\, we will begin with fit on day one. Bring a TRJ Mockup and pattern pieces if you already have them\, or have a sizing and stitch up a sample to assure your vest will be just your size. Then choose the fabric and the details from the Artistic Artifacts Vest\, or try out details from Fit for Art’s vest and jacket collection. On day two\, the pattern will be adjusted\, interior and exterior supports chosen and vests stitched up for your wearing enjoyment. You will leave with a pattern that fits and can be used for dozens of different garment designs and you will be well on your way to a finished vest.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/vests-many-colors-artistic-artifacts/
LOCATION:Artistic Artifacts\, 4750 Eisenhower Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artistic Artifacts":MAILTO:sales@artisticartifacts.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T163000
DTSTAMP:20260110T193341Z
CREATED:20260110T191336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T193341Z
UID:47196-1781260200-1781368200@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Carpe Diem - Sew Woven Tops\, Tunics and Dresses
DESCRIPTION:June is the perfect time to stitch up Fit for Art’s Carpe Diem pattern to seize the day! This pattern is perfect for both wardrobe basics and fanciful tops in a variety of lengths and sleeve finishes. Join Rae and Carrie for a 2-day workshop at Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria\, VA with inspirational trunk show.  On day one we will get started with a fitting sample to assure you have a comfortable fit. We will spend time checking out all the many ways the top can be made for every season of the year. Bring your favorite woven fabrics from home or choose some fabrics from the excellent collection at Artistic Artifacts for your first of many Carpe Diem creations.  The cropped Carpe Diem pictured was sewn in Indian hand block printed cotton; Rae trimmed the cuffs and hem with recycled trim she had hand-dyed in Judy’s summer Dye Days class. The possibilities are endless!
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/carpe-diem-sew-woven-tops-tunics-and-dresses/
LOCATION:Artistic Artifacts\, 4750 Eisenhower Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/CD_RedFringe.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Artistic Artifacts":MAILTO:sales@artisticartifacts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260127T152436Z
CREATED:20260127T152041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T152436Z
UID:47421-1781949600-1781974800@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Tabula Rasa Jacket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Two-day TRJ Workshop at Spring Water Designs in Columbia MD June 20 & 27\, 2026 \n\n\n\nSpend two action packed days learning how to fit and fashion a fun wardrobe of toppers using the Tabula Rasa Jacket pattern from Fit for Art Patterns. On day one\, Rae and Carrie will help you identify the correct jacket size using sizing shells\, adjust your pattern with your personal fit adjustments\, cut\, mark\, and sew your mock-up. The first session will close with a look at possible fabrics students brought for a wearable mock-up. On day two\, students will begin designing and making their own wearable jacket\, see and learn about supports and finishes that will make your jackets beautiful and functional for years. Finally\, instructors will touch on the wide range of possibilities for future mixed fiber jackets\, quilted jackets\, drapey tops and shirts.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/tabula-rasa-jacket-workshop-swd/
LOCATION:Spring Water Designs\, 9691 Gerwig Lane Suite G & H\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fitforartpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20250621_145949-scaled-e1756110831897.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Spring Water Designs":MAILTO:springwaterdesigns@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T170356Z
CREATED:20251009T131506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T170356Z
UID:40290-1787184000-1787875199@fitforartpatterns.com
SUMMARY:Spark Creativity in Enchanting France
DESCRIPTION:La Cascade\, Durfort France \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Rae* and her artistic friends Aline Cauvin** and Dayle Doroshow*** for a restful and fanciful week of making in the village of Durfort\, France. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe La Cascade studio will be filled with vintage papers\, trims\, lace and fabulous fabric for creating unique books to give or to keep — for recording thoughts\, travel highlights\, words to live by\, or whatever strikes your fancy. The teaching team will provide gentle guidance in how to make and organize pages in a variety of paper and fabric based constructions. Of course there will be paints and pens\, needles and threads and all manner of tools for creating fabric books to store your explorations of new and favorite techniques or tools. Outings in the surrounding countryside will inspire each day’s activities. \n\n\n\n\nAline’s treasure trove of vintage fabrics and papers.\n\n\n\nPeaches were lovely at the Revel market \n\n\n\n\nOur home away from home is a medieval townhouse in a copper making village nestled in the shadow of the Black Mountains.  Life here has long been grounded in creativity.  The cool stream that falls down the mountain and cascades beside the back patio of La Cascade sets the tone for interesting days and restful nights. Our host\, Nese\, will keep us nourished with lovely local food from the summer’s bounty.  The cozy atmosphere is magical and inspirational discoveries are around every corner.   \n\n\n\n\nDinner on the Patio\n\n\n\nOur host and chef\, Nese.\n\n\n\n\nPlease take note that this retreat is held in a charming but very old house in France; the only access to the 2d floor bedroom accommodations and 3d floor studio is by stairs. There is no air conditioning other than the natural air and cool stream running along side the premises; summer in Southern France can be quite warm. \n\n\n\nIncluded accommodations are double occupancy with shared baths. A limited number of single rooms are available for an additional fee of $800.  We’ll travel in shared rental cars from the Toulouse airport to La Cascade and environs. \n\n\n\nWelcome to La Cascade!\n\n\n\nThe retreat fee of $3250 includes most materials\, room\, board\, field trips and priceless experiences. Class size is limited to 9. The nonrefundable registration fee is $750. (Please take note of our event cancellation policy**** before registering.) Not included: your airfare to and from Toulouse\, travel insurance (required)\, an occasional restaurant meal\, and personal purchases. We welcome you to contact rae@fitforartpatterns.com with questions.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizers and Policies\n\n\n\n*Rae Cumbie is an award-winning wearable artist\, sewing author\, instructor and co-owner of Fit for Art Patterns. Read an extensive bio at Fit for Art and see a listing of her published works at http://www.raecumbie.com/. \n\n\n\nCarrie Emerson is the managing director and co-owner of Fit for Art Patterns. Read her bio at fitforartpatterns.com. \n\n\n\n**Guest instructor Aline Cauvin grew up in Paris and started collecting Antique Textiles and designs in 1968. She has had an exciting career introducing her extensive collection of textiles and paper to inspire book makers\, authors and designers in fashion for the body and home in Europe and NYC.  Since 2020 she has also shared her collection on Instagram @antiquetextileshop.  Aline now enjoys a peaceful life in Durfort where you are welcome to spend time in her workspace. \n\n\n\n***Guest instructor Dayle Doroshow is a mixed media artist and owner of design studio Zingaro\, stamp of distinction.  She trained in traditional ceramics at Columbia University Extension program in New York City and sold her pottery in Greenwich Village shops. She continued with the study of Book Arts at California Crafts College and San Francisco Center for the Book. She studied jewelry with mentors Gwen Gibson and Tory Hughes and her large textile wall hangings incorporate the jewelry she makes.  Her work is featured in over eighteen publications. Dayle has taught in the Unites States\, Canada\, Mexico and at La Cascade Art Center in southern France for the last twenty years. www.dayledoroshow.com @dayledoroshow \n\n\n\n****Event Cancellation Policy:  Retreat deposits are non-refundable if the registrant cancels.  If the registrant cancels after April 15\, the balance that has been paid will be refunded only if Fit for Art is able to fill the vacancy.  If the event is cancelled due to circumstances beyond the control of Fit for Art Patterns\, such as the host facility being closed or France closing it borders\, we will offer the attendee the option to credit the full amount paid toward a future Fit For Art event or to receive a refund of the amount less a 10% service fee.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/spark-creativity-in-enchanting-france/
LOCATION:Durfort France\, Tarn\, 27 Rue de Martineurs\, Durfort\, Tarn\, 81540\, France
CATEGORIES:Class,Sewing Retreat
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SUMMARY:Get Going Sewing Quilted Jackets
DESCRIPTION:With Sewing Quilted Patchwork Jackets: Four Approaches\, Ten Distinctive Designs\, Two Downloadable Patterns by Rae Cumbie and Carrie Emerson of Fit for Art Patterns as your bible\, enjoy two inspiring days in the Artistic Artifacts classroom as you choose a design\, fabric and all the details for your own quilted jacket or one to be given as a gift. Plan to spend the first day working on a mock-up if you have not sewn with Fit for Art’s jacket patterns before. We will finish the day with a discussion of the jacket of your dreams and get right to it on day two. Whether you are sewing a kids or adult jacket or vest\, you may not get finished\, but you will be on your way to a fabulous quilted coat! We will wrap up the second day looking at seams and finishes to help you construct a great garment that will last a lifetime.
URL:https://fitforartpatterns.com/event/get-going-sewing-quilted-jackets-2/
LOCATION:Artistic Artifacts\, 4750 Eisenhower Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
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