Define Your Style - Design 1 • March 24-29, 2008

This six-day class offers the opportunity to explore the many facets of design and will help you develop clothing for yourself that reflects your personality, suits your lifestyle, and provides the comfort and fit that you yearn for. I have occasionally been asked to offer this class in two segments; but students who have taken this class before all say that immersing yourself into the subject for six days is invaluable. Mornings are usually dedicated to lectures and many hands-on exercises. The afternoons provide time to work on your own; plus, it’s time for me to spend individual time with each student. I can help you with any aspect of design, but many students want me to fit muslins they have brought or are developing in class.

This class will be held in my home/studio, so enrollment is limited For more information or to register, please visit my website. (Class fee: $695.00)

Overnight Sewing Pajama Party! • April 12-13, 2008

Back by popular demand! Last spring, we had a great time at our sewing pajama party, and I’ve been asked to hold another one – this time with a slightly longer time frame. Don’t miss this fun time at Sarah’s home/studio!

Arrival time: 11:00 a.m. or after, Saturday, April 12

Work on whatever suits your fancy. Sarah will be available to help you with fittings, fabric and interfacing questions, pattern work, garment design, and anything else you need. Sew all night if you like. Or get a few hours of shut-eye: Sarah has a number of beds and plenty of floor space. Bring a sewing buddy and bunk in with her. A prize will be given to the most whimsical PJ’s!

Finish time: 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 13.

For more information or to register, please visit my website. (Retreat Fee, including supper and breakfast: $275.00)

Creating Your Own Perfect Little "Black" Dress • May 3-5 and continuing May 30-June 1, 2008

How many times have you gotten an invitation and wished you had just the right dress already hanging in your closet? You know . . . a dress that fits well, is timelessly in fashion, suits you to a “T,” is the perfect neutral tone or color for you, can be dressed up or down, and oh-so-easy just to slip on and go. If you’ve found yourself wishing for such a dress, then this class is for you!

During the first weekend, I’ll help you design and fit a dress that’s classically suited for you, yet has a flair that reflects your personality. After two days of muslin making, fitting, and pattern work, we’ll go to New York on a day trip to select fabric and/or notions and trims.

During the second weekend, I’ll help you finalize any pattern work, and then you’re on your way to making the dress. Chances are good that you’ll leave with that perfect dress finished, on a hanger, and ready to wear. If you work slowly, perhaps you’ll have a bit more to do at home. And if you work quickly, I’ll encourage you to start another version of the same dress in a casual fabric – yet another boon to the wardrobe.

This two-part class will be held in my home/studio, so enrollment is limited. (Fee for the 6-day class, including round-trip bus fare between Baltimore and New York: $750.00)

Practical Patternmaking • June 27-29, 2008

This is a great opportunity to become comfortable with the fundamentals of patternmaking and work on developing a muslin or two that fits. I will fit each class participant, teach you to accurately change your pattern accordingly, and help you develop muslin that’s flattering. You will develop good patternmaking skills as well as gain an understanding of how a pattern and fit are interrelated.

Participants usually have time to work on more than one muslin. This class will be held in my home/studio. (Class fee: $395.00)

For more information about Sarah's classes, custom clothing, and writing, please visit her website, www.sarahveblen.com, or contact her directly via email: sarah@sarahveblen.com; phone: 410-472-9253; or mail: 15 Cross Falls Circle, Sparks, MD 21152.

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