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September 2025
Webinar: The Art of Taking Measurements
The Art of Taking Measurements Tuesday, Sept. 16th, 2025. 9 a.m. PT Web-126 More Info This webinar focuses on the art of taking body measurements (Women and Men) properly and accurately, for Garment Designer and general pattern making. Discussion includes both photos and videos. Learn what problems result in the pattern and fit, if a measurement is taken inaccurately. The process of creating a test garment will also be covered. /**/
Find out more »Webinar: Let’s Work with Handwovens: Design and Sew
Let's Work with Handwovens: Design and Sew Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 9 a.m. PT Whether you wove it yourself, or have purchased fabric that has that hand-woven look, you will want to create unique and memorable fashions which take advantage of the beautiful fabric that inspired you. This webinar looks at the various decisions one makes when choosing styles and picking or creating patterns for hand-woven fabrics. It will also cover a discussion of sewing and finishing techniques. You will…
Find out more »October 2025
2025 Italy Fashion and Food Retreat, Verona, Italy
Italy Fashion, Craft, and Food Retreat Verona, Italy October 9-19th, 2025 Susan has been going to Verona since 2007 and she now lives there half-time. She has developed a sense for Italian fashion, food, and lifestyle. She has also established contacts with various artists, designers, stores, museums, and food-related businesses. This year, our 2025 retreat, centered in Verona, will include day-trips to Venice and Vicenza. The Retreat will begin at dinner time on October 9th (the day of arrival)…
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