The Sew Fresh News

Schedule for:
The Sew Fresh News
June-August 2012
Newsletter and Class Schedule: Volume 9 Issue 4
Sew Fresh Studio offers a complete selection of sewing, fashion arts and knitting/crochet classes.
Please see our web site to see the “freshest” offers and
free community events + join our email news community.
Thank you for your interest.
Nora McCray (owner) and the Creative Sew Fresh Team
Address:
361 2nd Ave. #104
PO Box 445 (for any mail)
Niwot, CO 80544-0445
Studio Hours:
Tues.-Fri. 10-5
www.sewfreshstudio.com
Create@sewfreshstudio.com
Sat. 10-2
+ appointments
Encouraging your creativity by teaching you to make it & enhancing your personal style by making it for you.
At Sew Fresh Studio we specialize in teaching you how to sew from the very beginning in a fun, supportive and relaxed way.
We believe if you invest in learning the basics in our 4 part program you will be ready to sew on your own! It is fun and easy!
Learn to Sew Program-12-Adults
How to use a sewing machine:
This is the class that will help you understand all of the workings on a sewing machine, how to trouble shoot any problem, use your stitch
dials, find out what threads, needles to use for what fabrics and feel super confident with a sewing machine. Class is a concentrated class just
for the machine usage. Bring your machine if you have one or rent ours for $10, which can be applied to purchase price. $40 Nora McCray or
Dena Cacioppo
6:30-8:30 Mon. June 4 OR 6:30-8:30 Thurs. June 14 OR 6:30-8:30 Fri. July 20 OR 12-2:00 Sat. June 23
Beginning Sewing:
Create your own instruction manual by making examples of several seam finishes for different fabrics including a jean hem. You will also
learn to make a tote bag pattern, how to select and buy fabrics, layout and cutting techniques and piecing techniques, used in quilting, to make
your own tote bag. Mat. list for 2nd class: 3/4 yd. each of 2 complimentary light weight home décor fabrics, 1 spool thread to match one
fabric. Bring your own machine and its parts or rent one of ours ($10 for this course). Prerequisite: Part 1 or ability. $125 Min. 3- Max 6 Nora
McCray or Dena Cacioppo
6-9:00 Mondays June 11, 18 OR 6-9:00 Thursday s June 21, 28 OR 1:30-4:30 Saturday June 30 and Sunday July 1
Project Classes + Workshops
Garment Workshop (Adult)
Create any piece of clothing you want to. Bring your project, materials, sewing machine and tools. Learn to use a purchased
pattern and adjust it for your size and fit to make any garment from skirts to wedding gowns to tailored jackets or learning to
alter your own purchased clothing. Learn to drape your ideas, make patterns and make it. Classes encourage you to challenge
yourself and to make the items that you dream of. Couture sewing and finishing techniques are taught to students at each of their
levels. Max 4. Nora McCray
Daytime 3 hour classes $60 each 10-1:00: Saturday 1-4:00 July 14, 21, 28
Evening 3 class sessions $40 each 6:30-8:30: Wed. July 11, 18, 25
Current evening students have first right on next sessions. Please sign up for waiting list for cancelations or openings.
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New this summer: Sewing/Art Camps
This summer we are coordinating with Manifest Gallery, also in Niwot, to create Fashion Art Camps for kids.
At Sew Fresh Studio, our instructors have found that kids benefit from 3 days of sewing from learning to use the sewing machine through making
projects to gain skills and confidence. We provide the speed controlled sewing machines. We offer our classes in groups for this reason. Camps
are priced with all materials included.. You can add lunch for $10.
Sew Fresh Studio Classes:You can pay for camps by registering here for ours or by calling 303-652-0532.
Manifest Gallery Classes:You can register for those at Manifest Gallery by calling 303-652-0952.
Lunch:If your child wants supervised travel between sites and lunch provided from 12-1:00 please pay ($10) to Manifest Gallery. They offer a
yummy picnic at the park next to Manifest Gallery on 2nd Ave in Niwot. Or we can handle the payments just call to give us your information.
Week of June 4, 6, 8
Look I Can Sew Camp!
Ages 7-10
At Sew Fresh Studio
Learn to sew on a machine. Make things like, a camp tote bag, shorts, knit tank, cotton ruffle top, and knit skirt. The machines and fabrics are
provided. Kids develop their skills and confidence by taking all 3 classes in one week. Take this course of 3 classes again and make new different
projects. Min. 3- Max 4 Jackie Scott
9-12:00 MWF $135
At Manifest Gallery:
1-4:00 Mon. Make fancy jewelry $45
1-4:00 Wed. Drawing $45
1-4:00 Fri. Print Madness w/ fiber artist Gail Denton (bring 2 items to dye)$45
Runway Camp
Ages 8-12
At Manifest Gallery:
9-12:00 Mon. Make a design inspiration collage $45
9-12:00 Wed. Indigo Blues, traditional indigo tie-dye techniques (bring 2 garments to dye) $45
9-12:00 Fri. Mosaics $45
At Sew Fresh Studio
Runway Design Camp
We know you see yourself as a designer one day. Here’s a good start! Learn to sketch your ideas for cool outfits and color them in while planning
your collection you will learn to use a sewing machine, cut and sew some basics shapes then bedazzle, applique and create that personal style you
are dreaming of. In the first class you will design and learn to use the machine to make a cute bag. In the next 2 you will make two pieces of your
collection. If you take more classes you can build on this. Bring your machine if you have one or use ours. Kids will have a fashion show on
Friday afternoon. Min. 4- Max 8 LeNore Kerber
1-4:00 MWF $135
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More Kids Summer Camp Programs
Week of June 11, 13, 15
Look I can Sew Camp
Ages 7-10
At Sew Fresh Studio:
Look I Can Sew!
Learn to sew on a machine. Make things like, a camp tote bag, shorts, knit tank, cotton ruffle top, and knit skirt. The machines and fabrics are
provided. Kids develop their skills and confidence by taking all 3 classes in one week. Take this course of 3 classes again and make new
different projects. Min. 3- Max 4 Jackie Scott
9-12:00 MWF $135
At Manifest Gallery:
1-4:00 Mon Make fancy jewelry $45
1-4:00 Wed Drawing $45
1-4:00 Fri Dream Flags $45
American Girl Doll /Fashion Camp
Ages 8-12
9-12:00 Mon Make a design inspiration collage $45
9-12:00 Wed Make digital photography $45
9-12:00 Fri Make feather jewelry $45
At Sew Fresh Studio:
Learn to use a sewing machine and design clothes for yourself and your American Girl doll. We have cottons to start with and bedazzle and
build up to sparkle and stretch fabrics. You will have choices of what styles, fabrics, colors and design, draw and plan your collection. Bring
your machine if you have one or use ours. Min. 4-Max 8 LeNore Kerber
1-4:00 MWF $135
Week of July 9-14
Runway Camp
Ages 8-12
At Sew Fresh Studio:
We know you see yourself as a designer one day. Here’s a good start! Learn to sketch your ideas for cool outfits and color them in while
planning your collection you will learn to use a sewing machine, cut and sew some basics shapes then bedazzle, applique and create that
personal style you are dreaming of. In the first class you will design and learn to use the machine to make a cute bag. In the next 2 you will
make two pieces of your collection. If you take more classes you can build on this. Bring your machine if you have one or use ours. Kids will
have a fashion show on Friday afternoon. Min. 4- Max 8 LeNore Kerber
9-12:00 MW and 1-4:00 F $135
At Manifest Gallery:
1-4:00 Mon Make a design inspiration collage $45
1-4:00 Wed Make digital photography $45
9-12:00 Matisse inspired paper cut out collage $45
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More Kids Summer Camps and Programs
Week of July 16-21
Runway Camp
Ages 8-12
At Manifest Gallery:
9-12:00 Mon. American girl still life painting$45
9-12:00 Wed Make digital photography $45
9-12:00 Fri Make metal jewelry $45
At Sew Fresh Studio:
We know you see yourself as a designer one day. Here’s a good start! Learn to sketch your ideas for cool outfits and color them in while planning
your collection you will learn to use a sewing machine, cut and sew some basics shapes then bedazzle, applique and create that personal style you
are dreaming of. In the first class you will design and learn to use the machine to make a cute bag. In the next 2 you will make two pieces of your
collection. If you take more classes you can build on this. Bring your machine if you have one or use ours. Kids will have a fashion show on Friday
afternoon. Min. 4- Max 8 LeNore Kerber
1-4:00 MWF $135
Week of July 23-25
American Girl Doll /Fashion Camp
Ages 8-12
At Manifest Gallery:
9-12:00 Mon. Van Gogh painting $45
9-12:00 Wed. Digital Photography $45
At Sew Fresh Studio:
American Girl Doll and Me
Learn to use a sewing machine and design clothes for yourself and your American Girl doll. We have cottons to start with and bedazzle and build
up to sparkle and stretch fabrics. You will have choices of what styles, fabrics, colors and design, draw and plan your collection. Bring your
machine if you have one or use ours. Min. 4-Max 8 LeNore Kerber
1-4:00 Mon and Wed. $90
Upcomming Events
Friday Knit Live (Teen-Adults)
Join us for community knitting together time. Just $5 for refreshemnts and lots of fun. Hosted by Sew Fresh Studio and Christine Drews, master
knitter. June 1, 22 more in July TBA
First Friday Art Walk in Niwot 5-8:00: Art exhibits, cool locla designer showcased clothing, we find local artists to display their work for you to
enjoy. Let us know if you are a designer or artist that wants to participate. Come in! June 1, July 6 Aug. 6 It’s FREE
Designer Showcase:
Each month we feature a new designer in our studio. This past month we have featured CoVelo Clothing and Elynn Light Jewlery. It was a great
success for these two designers, several pieces flew out of our shop into happy hands.
In June we will be showcasing Kupu Kupu Designs by Anama Salsman in our Designer Showcase Presentation. We will be featuring a sampling of
her women’s summer shrugs, tops, sundresses, skirts, and jewelry made of beautiful natural fabrics. Many of these pieces coordinate nicely together
add to add an outfit to your wardrobe.
Stop in to see these beautiful well-priced pieces starting on June 1st at Niwot’s Art Walk between 5-8. Anama’s designs will be here the whole
month of June so don’t miss the opportunity to get something nice for yourself.
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Fashion Design Summer Program (11-Adult)
We welcome back our fabulous Sew Fres Studio Summer Fashion Program Instructors, who dedicate much of their time
planning this summer program to teach the elements of Fashion Design.
We are fortunate to offer industry professionals who either attended fashion schools, taught at college level in fashion and
costuming and/or are currently working in their field of expertise.
Classes fill quickly please reserve now by calling us.
DIY (Do It Yourself) Design/Sewing Workshop
Bring any clothes you want to redesign, fit, change and remake into your own creations. We all have clothes we are tired of or
think could be better. Bring photos or magazine clippings to give us an idea of your style and direction. Bring your machine or
use ours, learn to use it and get great fittings and ideas to create your new look. Take as many classes to keep building your
collection. Min. 3 Max 5 $90 per week
1-4:00 T, TH June 5,7 with Chrissie Winn OR 1-4:00 T, TH July 10, 12 with Nora McCray OR
1-4:00 T, TH July 24, 26 with Jackie Scott
Introduction to Fashion Design
This class is meant for the student who is focused on attending fashion design or merchandising college after high school or
the adult looking to add to their career skills. You will be asked to research the internet, critic past and current industry trends,
sketch, using a croqui, your ideas using criteria for complimentary designs. Bring laptop and your favorite magazine clippings
or mood board to classes and a 3 ring binder. This is a discussion and workshop class. Sylvia Rognstad Min. 3 Max 10 $135
1-4:00 Sat. June 9, 16
Fashion Design Steps Overview
Concentrated in 4 classes are the inspiration, design, sketch, and render phases of fashion design. Take your dreams into
reality. This is a “hands on” workshop class to aid you in developing your inspiration and translate it into a developed outfit to
start your design sketch book or portfolio for design school applications. Bhagvati Khalsa Min. 4 Max. 10 $225
6:30-9:00 Tuesdays June 5, 12, 19 and 26
Recycled Sweater Art to Wear
Bring in any sweaters you aren’t wearing or check out Good Will stores, wash them and dry them to felt them first then you
will learn the basics of the serger and sewing machine to sew on knitted pieces to cut and piece them together to create cool
looks. Projects include a hoodie, skirt and vest or long vest. Jade Locke Min. 3 Max. 5 $60 each class. Materials bring several
washed and dried sweaters to cut up. For inspiration see Google Images: recycled sweater
1-4:00 Friday June 29 make a hoodie
1-4:00 Wednesday July 11 make a skirt
1-4:00 Friday July 13 make a vest or long vest
Fashion Photography
Learn how to photograph and place a model for fashion photography and the best angles and dramatic flair to catch your
viewer’s attention. Do you have an Etsy or web site? Do you want to start creating your own design and creation portfolio?
You will learn to use your digital or 35 mm camera to take good photos, download and edit them and get them printed and
start creating your portfolio. Jade Locke Min. 4-Max. 6 Materials $5 Class $90
1-4:00 Wednesday June 20, 27
Etsy Online Boutique Creation
Take your creations to market! Now you are ready to set up your own boutique on Etsy.com. Learn the ins and outs of setting
it up and then populating it. Level 1 required for level 2. Bring a laptop, your samples or ideas and any more info to help build
your site. Jade Locke. Min. 3-Max. 6 $40 each class.
6:30-8:30 Friday July 20 Level 1
6:30-8:30 Friday July 27 Level 2
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Fashion Design Courses for 15-Adult
Patternmaking using the Draping Technique
Learn to form fabric over a dress form to create design and seam lines. This is the first stage of bringing your ideas,
sketches and fabrics into reality. Designers always drape their ideas before they make a pattern. This helps them see
how the fabric will hang and be manipulated. This is the first level of draping to learn the basics to understand the
elements “under” every design. This class is meant for the serious sewing and design student headed for fashion
school, cosplay anime costuming and CAD pattern making fields. This course is great for those who have made a
duct tape dress form of their figure. Jackie Scott. Min.4 -Max. 6 Material fee $10 Class fee $225
1-4:00 Mondays June 11, 18, 25
Patternmaking using the Flat Pattern Technique
Learn how women’s garment designs are created using a sloper which is a basic bodice and skirt. Learn dart
rotations, seamline creations and moving and more. You will later be able to use Vogue pattern #1004 on your own
that you fit it to yourself to use these skills to create new looks or change patterns for yourself. Good class for those
who have made a duct tape dress form of their figure. This course is great class for intermediate sewing students
and those going into fashion design. Sylvia Rognstad. Min.4 -Max. 6 Material fee $10 Class fee $150
6:30-8:30 Tuesday July 17, Thursday July 19 and Tuesday July 24
Cosplay Anime Costuming Course
Do you love Anime Characters and Comics? Are you part of an Anime Cosplay community? How about creating
your own costume this summer? Jackie is teaching a longer version of this class in Denver to design students. We
are fortunate to have her be here to add her creative and inventive talents to y our projects. Prerequisite:
Patternmaking using the Draping technique. Jackie Scott. Min. 3-Max. 5 $195
For Inspiration see: Google Images– Cosplay costumes
12:30-3:30 Thursday June 28, 10-1:00 Saturday June 30 and 12:30-3:30 Monday July 9
Steampunk Corsets
There is a new wave of fashion called Steampunk we think is lots of fun. You will learn the basics of making
corsets by making an Under Bust waist corset using special fabrics, metal boning, channeling and metal eyelets and
add your own fashion flair to create a unique and wildly fun corset. You will take home your own custom waist
corset. Jade Locke Min. 4 Max. 6 Materials $35 Class $160
For inspiration see: Google Images– Steampunk Corsets
6:30-8:30 Wednesdays and Fridays June 6, 8, 13, 15
Gift Certificates and Sewing Program Packages
Consider giving the gift of a confindence and self esteam building hobby this year!
We see the happy faces of kids, teens and adults when they learn to sew and
make easy to more challenging projects.
It feels great to create something all your own.
We specialize in teaching on your machine or our Janome machines.
Machine rentals are only $10 per class. Just reserve one ahead of time. Rental fees get applied to your pruchase price so it is a win win!
Try it out before you considering purchasing a sewing machine.
Just give us a call we can send or email a gift today!
Sew Fresh Studio class policy and discounts
We keep our classes small to provide good instruction and attention. We have a minimum and a maximum for each class. Our professional experienced teachers plan
and prepare well for the students and need to be paid for the commitment we give them by your registrations. Our teaches are either very experienced or are working
as a professional in the field they teach. We ask you to look at your calendar carefully before you register for a class. Your registration is your commitment to attend.
New Prepayment Policy as of March 2012:
Classes must be prepaid, 4 days prior to class, with cash, check mailed and received to our post office box, or credit card on our web site, by phone or in person. You
will not have a spot in the class without prepayment. This helps to keep your fees as low as we can make them and still pay our staff for their talents.
If you need to cancel:
1. Call us 4 business days prior to the first class. This may give us time to fill your space and not let the other students down by having to cancel the class due to
class minimums not being met.
2.If you get sick or have an emergency and can’t come and do not give us 4 days notice, you will be given a refund of 1/2 the cost of the class, since our teachers
require us to pay them for the attendance expected.
If we need to cancel or postpone:
1. During bad weather: 4 hours before the class start if weather is severe enough. Rescheduling will be announced. Call studio to check in with us in bad weather
cases.
2. If minimums have not been met for the class or the teacher needs to cancel. We wait until 1 day before class is to begin. We will reschedule the class and you can
apply your payment to any of the future classes or ask for a refund.
Private classes are offered:
If you had to miss a class or want a personal approach, our teachers offer private classes at their discretion at $75/hr. with a 2 hour minimum for fashion arts and
sewing classes, $40/hr. with a 2 hour minimum for yarn arts teachers.
Parents are welcome to watch the kid’s classes for 15 minutes at the beginning of classes. We find that the kids have better attention if they are not distracted by
visitors watching. All kids’ classes will be supervised by two adults.
Sew Fresh Students receive a 10% discount on all materials purchased here during time signed up for classes. Schedule your own class, find at least 4
students, collect their payments and we will find a teacher to teach what you want to learn and give all students in class 10% off class fee for any ages from 6-100.
Sew Fresh Studio and the Environment: We are making a commitment to our environment and your health. Please don’t wear perfumes in classes. We use earth
friendly non-toxic cleaners and paints, we have equipped our sewing studio with state of the art equipment, we offer easy to use Janome computer sewing machines,
Laura Star Irons, Sylvia Cutting tables and specially designed tables to encourage community in our classes. We give back to our community, recycle and are 100%
Wind Powered.
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Custom Sewing, alterations, and one-of-a-kind custom
designed and handmade bridal gowns.
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Clothing Designer services and prototypes.
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Complete line of sewing, quilting knitting,
crochet and fashion design arts classes.
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Open Studio to enjoy renting our machines
and equipment by appointment. Rent our
machines or bring your own.
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Sewing room furniture and chairs
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Sewing tools, books and patterns for sale.
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Community volunteer + free sewing events to
encourage creativity and friendships.
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Janome/New Home Sewing machines rental,
sales, and service.
Sew Fresh Studio
361 2nd Ave. #104
PO box 445 (for mail)
Niwot, CO 80544-0445
303-652-0532
www.sewfreshstudio.com
Create@sewfreshstudio.com
Directions:
We are located 4 miles from Longmont
and 7 miles from Boulder off of Colorado
#119 the Diagonal.
We are at the corner of Niwot Rd. and 2nd
Ave in the brick building and large
parking lot at Left Hand Corner under the
green awning. Free parking.
Please use our web map for directions.
Some web searches will take you to
Longmont instead of Niwot.
Studio Hours:
Tues.-Fri. 10:00-5:00
Sat. 10:00-2:00
And by special appointments
Nora McCray Owner