Let Your Clothes Speak for You

2 days - All Levels

In this workshop students will create a garment that will speak for them. Using a
traditional or contemporary pattern Rachel will help each student to create a one of a kind garment that is reflective of the creator’s personality, ethnicity, expresses a social or political sentiment or sense of humor. A variety of construction and embellishment techniques will be explored. Students will be encouraged to mix contrasting prints, colors and textures and to add buttons, ribbons, molas, beads, or whatever is necessary to make the garment into a personal statement.

Taught by: Rachel Clark

Supply List

A pattern that fits you (or you may use one of Rachel’s patterns, which you can purchase for $15)
Sewing machine and extra needles
Extension cord (if required for facilities)
Iron (optional)
Basic sewing kit
Pencil and notepad
Tracing or pattern paper (examination table paper)
Rotary cutter and board
Omnigrid ruler or quilter’s rule
Scotch tape (optional)
Sense of adventure combined with a sense of humor!
Fabric Note: PRESHRINK YOUR FABRIC!
12 to 20 print and solid fabrics (welcome to bring more) in ¼ to ¾ yard pieces
Additional fabric for the techniques exercises
Base fabric-muslin or flannel (amount required by your pattern)
Lining for the garment
Embellishments