12x12 fiber art from knitted VHS tape with drapery lining as the top layer. Buttons were her grandmother's. It's always a treat to discover the talent within a group like City-wide Couture. ...
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Ginny presented a wonderful hands-on session today on various finishes she uses. Each adds just the right couture and artful touch. First up was the hand under-stitch, just right for the perfec...
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Lorraine's fabulous hand-made boiled wool coat, a labor of love and perfection! Detail picture below Today CWC member Jim Stopher gave a presentation on his experiences with Passion for Fash...
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We talked a bit about sashiko And then wonderful show and tell: Ginny's lovely sashiko vest Oh la, la! Silk knit Beautifully constructed shirt, Jan! Terrific f...
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In August our featured teacher was Martina. Here topic was awe-inspiring and maybe even a little daunting: “Couture Steps from pattern to finishing details." Martina did a wonderful job and lef...
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Guide in NYC provides a sampler pack of various interfacing options Many thanks to Rhanda, who bravely took on a VIP topic, use of interfacings in garments. Rhanda carefully researched a hug...
During this meeting, we had a panel discussion led by June, Martha and Lorraine. It included a trunk show from each, illustrating their differing approaches to shirt construction: June...
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With Lauren, Sue, and Lisa! What a great program. These three people are brimming with ideas and inspiration. Check it out: Lauren works with leather, upholstery fabrics, and many thrift store ...
Well, 2015 is off to a wonderfully inspired beginning. Our first meeting of the year started with some business from our leader, Jenny, at left. Then we saw an expert draper in motion. Sal...
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Members of City Wide Couture are makers in the eat, drink, and be merry categories, as well as couture sewing. Happy holidays to one and all. Thanks again to our wonderful host, Jane (in he...
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January 24, 2015, 10 AM at SEFAA. See you then. So much planned for 2015!
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Here are some pictures from the August meeting with Marion. Looks like it was a great meeting! Marion's experience with couture sewing really shows. Just look at these gorgeous samples! ...
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Lisa designs and creates jewelry. Today, Lisa, Sandie and Martha each presented their personal creative processes - each a little different. Thanks to Joan for running the show in Jenny's ab...
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Today was jam packed with information and ideas, thanks to Jenny and Barbara. Jenny presented us with our Sewing With A Plan (SWAP) challenge for the remainder of 2014. You make it look so doable...
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SEFAA's Square Foot Show for 2014 is now on display. It is a must-see. Several entries were created by CWC members and friends. Lorraine McCartney won the CWC ribbon for best use of coutur...
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By Sue What a fabulous presentation we had at our April meeting. My inspiration well has been filled to brimming by three very special, and very different artisans - Martina, Nancy and Sue. ...
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Mary Ray paid us a surprise visit in February, just ahead of her trunk show. Her topic was sewing with leather. The presentation was chocked full of inspiration and information. Mary models a...
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Sewing friends are the best: Pam, Shirley, Barbara Our January meeting was wonderful - see pictures of our very special program here . And, as usual, we were also treated to many inspired ...
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What a delightful first of the year program we had at City-Wide Couture! Ruta's granddaughter Alexandra model's the dress Ruta made for Alexandra's mother (Ruta's daughter) Jenny interviewe...
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Many thanks to Jane for hosting again this year! What a wonderful gathering of creative women. Couture Cookies Couture Ladies More Couture Ladies Yes, they made those lovely jackets...
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Jane made a thorough and delightful presentation on the creation of beautiful welt pockets. The same techniques apply to bound button holes. This process was taught to her by her mentor and teach...
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Today Lorraine presented *One Pattern, Many Ways* during our regular July meeting. She focused on Nancy Erickson's jacket pattern 1945 ,as well as Peggy Sagers' Mani's Blouse pattern. And...
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