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Schedule of Classes
For information about accommodation and box lunches, scroll to the end of this page.


Events

Schedule of Classes
Seminars
Workshops
Fashion Shows
Class Registration


MILLINERY MADE EASY (2 days)

This workshop is a must if you want to learn basic millinery techniques using buckram.  It will provide a firm and basic foundation upon which to build your knowledge.  You will create a pillbox hat using buckram, millinery wire and joiners plus you will learn why batting and bias binding contribute to a couture hat.

The first day is spent creating a buckram frame pillbox hat and the second day you will learn how easy it is to cover the hat frame.

To continue your pursuit of millinery techniques working with buckram, the following workshops are recommended:  Millinery Made Easy II, Vivacious Victorian Hats.

September 10 - 11, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, August 27, 2010

Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $100.00
Kit fee: $15.00 Payable at workshop
Basic sewing experience required
Location: Cincinnati, OH

HAT FRAME COVER-UP  (one day)

You will have a lot of fun in this workshop "dressing" a buckram frame (BF6053).  Participants in this creative workshop will learn how to cover a buckram hat frame using several different methods depending on the fabrication and occasion.  Millinery techniques such as the proper stitches to use, how to sew and insert linings, and draping a hat frame will be discussed.  You will leave the workshop with a beautiful hat that you created and the confidence to create many more hats.  It's a great way to supplement your hat wardrobe without spending a fortune for a new hat!

November 5, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, October 22, 2010
Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $60.00 (includes hat frame)
Hand sewing experience required
Location: Cincinnati, OH

GLOVEMAKING: AN ANCIENT ART (one day)

Whether you have a fitting problem, a need to make a gift or just want to wear custom gloves that fit, this workshop is for you!  Learn the ancient art of glovemaking in this unique workshop.  Simple instructions, samples and visual aids will guide you step-by-step through the process of hand stitching custom gloves.  You will learn gloving terminology, stitches, fabric requirements and much more.  You will also be shown a large collection of vintage gloves that will provide the inspiration to make more.

October 8, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, September 24, 2010
Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $50.00
Basic hand sewing experience required
Kit fee: $10.00 Payable at workshop
Location: Cincinnati, OH

VIVACIOUS VICTORIAN HATS (2 days)

There is something captivating and romantic about the hats worn during the Victorian era. This is your opportunity to create a beautiful Victorian hat of your own while learning many millinery  techniques.  Fabric choices, styles and embellishments of the period will be discussed as well as various fabrication methods..   Although this workshop is a follow-up to Millinery Made Easy, it is not a prerequisite. 

The first day is spent learning and constructing the buckram hat frame; the second day you will cover the hat frame and insert the lining.  You may also have time to start embellishing your hat.

October 15 - 16, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, October 1, 2010
Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $100.00
Kit fee: $15.00 Payable at workshop
Basic sewing experience required
Location: Cincinnati, OH

PARTY PIZZAZZ (one day)

Prepare for the coming holidays by creating a confection of a hat to wear.  It starts with a mini-pillbox hat frame that is covered with  your most luxurious fabric.  Then the magic starts as you create the embellishments to adorn it.  During this time, you will learn about various millinery techniques and embellishment details.  You will leave the workshop with a beautiful party hat and the hands-on experience to create many more.

September 17, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, September 3, 2010
Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $60.00
Basic sewing experience necessary
Location: Cincinnati, OH

MILLINERY MADE EASY II  (two days)

This workshop is a follow-up to Millinery Made Easy but not a prerequisite.  A boater buckram hat frame is made using basic millinery techniques.  The boater has a flat crown and large flat brim.  Fabric choices, styles and embellishments will be discussed.  Emphasis is placed not only on the construction of the hat frame but the millinery techniques used to cover the hat so it looks fresh and beautiful.

The first day is spent constructing the buckram hat frame; the second day you will cover the hat frame and insert the lining.  Time permitting, you may also embellish the hat.

October 1 - 2, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, September 17, 2010
Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $100.00
Kit fee: $15.00 Payable at workshop
Basic sewing experience required
Location: Cincinnati, OH

FASCINATOR FUN! (one day)

Do you love the "little nothing" hats that were worn in the 30s on the forehead?  Well, now is your opportunity to create a fascinator in a style that you love - especially now that they are back in style!  You will cover a fascinator base with fashion fabric and then use your creativity to fashion an adornment.  Samples and illustrations will be available to spark your imagination.  

September 18, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, September 3, 2010

Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $60.00 (includes fascinator hat frame)
Basic sewing experience required
Location: Cincinnati, OH
GLITZY HOLIDAY TOPPER (one day)

What better way to complement your holiday wardrobe than with a special chapeau that you have created.  It all starts with hat frame BF5T, BF28 or BF28P and only gets better.  First, the hat frame is covered in a glitzy holiday fabric.  After that the excitement starts as you embellish it with holiday trims and flowers.  All the while, you will learn various millinery techniques so that you can create more beautiful hats.  Greet the holidays by making a fashion statement!

November 6, 2010
Registration deadline: Friday, October 22, 2010
Hours: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $60.00 (includes hat frame)
Basic sewing experience required
Location: Cincinnati, OH


All workshops are conducted in the studio of Pattern Studio.  To provide you with individual attention, the maximum number for each class is limited to six participants.   Instructions and/or a pattern will be provided with each class as well as an overview of what you will accomplish each day.   

After registration, you will receive a Supply List and directions to the studio.  Several of the workshops require that you bring sewing supplies and a selection of fabrics.  By registering early, you will ensure your place in a class and it will give you enough time to assemble your sewing supplies and select fabrics to bring.  

If you have any questions or just need more information, don't hesitate to call or email.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

Registration deadline for each workshop is two weeks prior to the workshop date.
o  Upon registration, you will receive a class confirmation, location, directions and a list of supplies that you must bring to the workshop. 
o  Class size is limited to six participants to ensure each person receives individual attention.  Please register early.
o  Participants are responsible for making arrangements for accommodation and/or travel.
o  For one- or two-day workshops, you may bring your own lunch or order a box lunch as explained below.
o  Classes are never conducted for only one person.

Accommodation Information

The following hotels are within 3 miles from the workshop location and there are many restaurants and fast food places in the area such as Bob Evans, Cracker Barrel, Ruby Tuesday, etc.

Red Roof Inn
2301 E. Sharon Road, Sharonville, OH  45241
Phone: 513/771-5552, Fax: 513/771-5689, Web Site: www.redroof.com

LaQuinta Inn & Suites Sharonville
11029 Dowlin Drive, Sharonville, OH  45241
Phone: 513/771-0300, Fax: 513/771-6411, Web Site: LQ.com

Drury Hotels
2265 E. Sharon Road, Sharonville, OH  45241
Phone/Fax: 513/771-5601, Web Site: druryhotels.com, Reservations: 800/DRURYINN

Box Lunch Information
Box lunches are available providing you specify your request on your Registration Form.  They are $8.50 and contain a delicious sandwich on whole wheat bread, pasta salad, bag of potato chips and chocolate brownie.  Sandwich fillings are turkey, ham, tuna salad and chicken salad.  On the Registration Form, specify 'Box Lunch' in the Workshop Name column, Sandwich Filling in the Workshop Location column, and $8.50 in the Cost column for each day you are attending.  Bottled water only will be available at the studio.

For additional information contact:
          Pattern Studio
          P.O. Box 15874
          Cincinnati, OH  45215-0874
          Phone/Fax: 513-821-4287
          E-Mail: pstudio@patternstudio.com

To register for a workshop, scroll up and click on Class Registration or contact Pattern Studio by phone or email.


  
 

 

 

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