GET SCHOOLED: Sew Be It Studio - Upcoming Classes

We are introducing a whole new program. For those who are looking at applying to Fashion School, you don't want to miss this.

Fashion School Application Seminars

Four, two-hour seminars and workshops to help you prepare your application to fashion schools.

In this course we will be covering:

• Cover letter writing, resumes, portfolio basics, professional etiquette at interviews & over the phone, choosing work to present and application criterion.
• Drawing presentation (colour, views, information, what makes a "good" drawing).
• Design critique: bring in your drawings and designs for critique and advice.
• Portfolio styles and presentation. Photography for fashion.
• Portfolio planning: plan your portfolio with expert guidance.
• The interview and application process

You also get the chance to practice your interview and get final advice before the big day.

Note: these are not sewing or drawing classes, but an opportunity to get all the other things together and have professional critique before you send it in.

4 Weeks
Date: January 24, Saturdays
Time: 5pm – 7pm
Price: $120 + GST



Simple Winter Sweater

The perfect class for those ready to tackle a larger project!

Conquer your first sweater step-by-step in four weeks. Top-down raglan construction means you can try your work on as you go ensuring the perfect, flattering fit for petites through 3X. Multiple customization options make this sweater truly your own!

In this class, you will learn to take measurements, knit in the round, follow a super simple but impressive charted lace pattern and complete basic garment shaping and finishing.

A stylish first sweater for the adventurous beginner!

Confident knowledge of the knit and purl stitches and basic increasing and decreasing is required.

Date: January 18, Sundays
Time: 5:30 - 7:30pm
Price: $120 + GST

5 Sessions. No Class on February 15.

Bring circular knitting needles and worsted weight yarn appropriate to meet gauge
An optional "swatching party" will be held in advance of the first class.



March Break Camp

This is not your typical camp. It's not just a break for the kids, but for parents too.

We will dedicate this time off to making fabulous fashion accessories and creative clothing. Students will be able to choose various projects to make and they will be encouraged to add their own design interpretations.

We even take the students out shopping for fabric.

We have two fabulous locations to choose from. Our Yonge/Eglinton Studio or down at the Canadian Stage Company Wardrobe Shop at 26 Berkeley Street.

We recommend registering earlier rather than later for this session due to limited enrollment.
Camp runs Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm. March 2009

March 16 – 20 or March 23 - 27




Zipper Workshop

Don't let those little zipper teeth scare you! Learn the methods to insert different types of zippers. In this workshop, students will learn how to insert basic zipper application, invisible zipper, separating zipper, and fly front zipper.

All materials and zippers will be provided in this workshop.

Date: February 22, Sunday
Time: 10am - 1pm
Price: $55 + GST (includes all materials)



Alteration 101

Learn to alter your clothing properly! It's time to learn to fit them properly. In this workshop, students will learn the techniques of hemming, seam alternation and mending. We will also discuss the different ways to handle different materials. Students will need to bring in items of clothing to be altered.

Pre-requisites: basic sewing skills are a must

Date: January 17, Saturday
Time: 10am - 1pm
Price: $45 + GST



Sew Be It Studio
2156 Yonge Street
Toronto ON M4S 2A8
416-481-7784
www.sewbeitstudio.com