DIY Workshops @ Nathalie-Roze & Co.

February 2009 Workshops

Most of the one-off sessions are aimed at absolute beginners and are intentionally project-focused, ensuring that participants have lots of messy hands-on fun and leave inspired with their new creations in hand.

Yummy Bonus: Every workshop at N-R & Co. includes our popular tea service ~ gourmet blends from Pippins Tea (aka the "crack tea") and homebaked scones with clotted cream & jam ~ presented during the break.

TO REGISTER: please call (416-792-1699) with a credit card OR come by in-person to sign up with debit, cash or credit. Spaces cannot be reserved without payment.
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Beginner Felting (Boiled Wool)
Saturday February 7th, 10am to 1pm
Guest Instructor: Textile designer Julie Sinden www.julesandannie.com
Participants will be introduced to this fun and easy temperature-shocking technique, using store-bought/pre-knit 100% wool sweater fragments. Once shrunken, these bits will be handstitched into quirky brooches, pouches or appliques. Yarn corking will also be explored as a creative option.
$60+ GST (includes all materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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Organic Soap-Making
Sunday February 8th, 11am to 2pm
OR Sunday March 1st, 11am to 2pm
Guest Instructor: Amanda Montgomery (aka the 'soap chef') of simply. by amanda www.simplybyamanda.com
In this hands-on session, learn how to make a batch of organic soap, using the cold press method. Learn all about making your own natural, moisturizing soap - then, choose your own scents (essential oils) and exfoliants to make a fresh batch customized to your personal preferences. All ingredients are 100% natural and fair-trade. Participants will leave with several bars to enjoy at home or to give as gifts.
$65+ GST (includes all materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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Beginner Sewing: DIY Scarves
Wednesday Feburary 11th, 6pm to 9pm
Instructor: Nathalie-Roze Fischer/Laura Cristinzo/Anneke Garnette
Stitching newbies will learn the basics in this popular introductory workshop - how a sewing machine functions, essential threading, key stitches and the finishing techniques required to create a funky fabric scarf. Participants may opt to use the one of the on-site Singer/Janome machines OR can bring their own.
Note: Particpants must either bring their own fabric & notions or purchase the course kit ($15). No more than 4 participants per session, so register early!
$60+ GST (includes all materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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Creative Card-Making
Saturday February 14th, 10am to 12:30pm
OR Saturday February 28th, 1:30pm to 4pm
Guest Instructor: Kim Kutner, the illustrator behind the popular Kim's Suitcase line of paper goods and accessories (www.kimkutner.com)
Participants will learn how to create personalized collage cards that incoroporate fabric, photos, stamps and paper ephemera. Materials will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring along photos, papers, buttons and whichever personal items they hope to add to their cards. Expect to leave with 2 to 6 unique cards, plus the inspiration to make more at home.
$50+ GST (includes all materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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Beginner Wet Felting
Saturday February 14th, 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Guest Instructor: One of a Kind Show textile artist Julie Sinden www.julesandannie.com
This workshop introduces the process of wet felting – creating vibrant and textured
fabric and or objects from raw wool fleece. Inspiring samples projects, idea sheets and various resources will be discussed - plus step-by-step reference materials re: how to blend colours and fuse secondary fibres to take home.
$60+ GST (includes all materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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Beginner Sewing: Eco-Tote Bags
Sunday February 15th, 11am to 2pm
Instructor: Nathalie-Roze Fischer/Laura Cristinzo/Anneke Garnette
Stitching newbies will learn the basics in this popular introductory workshop - how a sewing machine functions, essential threading, key stitches and the finishing techniques required to create a sturdy tote bag. Participants may opt to use the one of the on-site Singer/Janome machines OR can bring their own.
Note: Particpants must either bring their own fabric & notions or purchase the course kit ($15). No more than 4 participants per session, so register early!
$60+ GST (includes tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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Super-Fab Necklaces
Wednesday February 18th, 6pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Nathalie-Roze Fischer
In this fun beginner session participants will learn basic techniques and clever shortcuts to create various contemporary pendant/necklace designs incorporating wire, beads, buttons, fabric, leather, found objects & semi-precious stones. Samples and inspiration sheets will be discussed. Everyone will leave with, at least, 2 completed designs. All tools and materials (beads, wire, etc.) will be provided, although particiants are encouraged to bring their own charms and beads with them to customize their creations.
$55+ GST (includes all materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)

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Softies (DIY Stuffed Toys)
Saturday February 21st, 10am to 1pm
Instructor: Nathalie-Roze Fischer/Laura Cristinzo/Anneke Garnette
In this fun "softies" workshop participants will explore various techniques for creating their own customized stuffed toys using recycled fabrics, felted sweater bits, socks, yarn, buttons and other quirky crafty supplies. Materials will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring in their own notions to put their own stamp on their softies.
Note: basic sewing skills are required!
$60+ GST (includes materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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Lino-Block Printing
Sunday February 22nd, 11am to 2pm
Guest Instructor: print artist/greeting card designer Katie Muth
www.katiemuth.com
This beginner-friendly workshop covers the basic principles of lino-block printing, a creative yet simple and low-cost printing technique that's ideal for making your own designs to transfer onto paper goods and fabric.
$55+ GST (includes tea & baked goodies served during the break)
Note: Participants must purchase a course kit for $20 from the instructor
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Beginner Sewing: Easy Pillow Cases
Wednesday February 25th, 6pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Nathalie-Roze Fischer/Laura Cristinzo/Anneke Garnette
Stitching newbies will learn the basics in this popular introductory workshop - how a sewing machine functions, essential threading, key stitches and the finishing techniques required to create a quirky-cool pillowcase or cushion cover. Participants may opt to use the one of the on-site Singer/Janome machines OR can bring their own.
Note: Particpants must either bring their own fabric & notions or purchase the course kit ($15). No more than 4 participants per session, so register early!
$60+ GST (includes tea and baked goodies served during the break)

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LP Journals
Saturday February 28th, 10am to 1pm
Guest Instructor: Natalie Leblanc of PaperMuse
In this beginner-friendly paper crafts workshop, participants will learn how to recycle vintage LP album covers to create a quirky (refillable) journal with a library-style inside pocket. Bring in two album covers from your collection, pick some up at a thrift shop or buy them from Natalie's collection ($3 each). This hip eco-project makes a great gift or customized personal notebook.
$60+ GST (includes materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)

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DIY Brooches
Wednesday March 4th, 6pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Nathalie-Roze Fischer
This beginner-friendly workshop will provide participants with the skills necessary to create their own fabric, bead and wire brooches. Samples will be discussed and clever techniques revealed. Everyone will leave with a minimum of two finished pieces.
All supplies and tools will be provided on-site.
$55+ GST (includes all materials as well as tea and baked goodies served during the break)
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CANCELLATION POLICY:
SORRY - No refunds! Credit notes will be issued to be used towards future workshops or to purchase items in the store.
To cancel without penalty, registered participants must give a minimum of 4 days notice.

TFI Seminars for Designers

What Buyers Buy And Why Seminar
Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 5:30 p.m.
Find out what buyers are looking for and why, whether you have a chance in the big brands versus new labels battle, and what is the best way for new designers to get in the door and on the floor.
Venturing Into Retail
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Panel speakers include Franco Mirabelli, owner/designer, Franco Mirabelli stores, and Rosemarie Umetsu, owner/designer, RU Boutique. Learn about choosing the best location for your demographic, how to grow your single boutique into a multi-store chain, and budgeting and planning for your new retail venture.

SPACE IS LIMITED! Advance tickets ONLY. Last day to register is Sunday, December 7, 2008.

Toronto Fashion Incubator
285 Manitoba Dr., Pod 3, Exhibition Place, Toronto

Pre-register securely online at TFI Shop or call TFI admin at 416-971-7117.

Sew Be It Studio Classes

Check out www.sewbeitstudio.com for more class and event listings:

Hats: Circular Knitting
Date: November 22 & 29, Saturdays
Time: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Price: $65 + GST

Fashion Design 101

Fashion Design 201

Introduction to Fashion Design for Teens

Beginner Sewing

Sew Be It Studio, 2156 Yonge Street, Toronto

Sew Be It Studio MAY Craft Classes

Beading Applique for Beginners
Date: June 14, Saturdays Time: 2pm - 5pm
Learn the three basic stitches for executing beadwork on fabric. A full explanation of tools and materials will assist the students in producing quality beadwork. You can enhance your finished project by combining color theory and patterning. Give your project that dazzle to complete the look! Price: $90 + GSTincludes all materials and tools.

Beyond The Beginner
Date: June 5, Thursdays Time: 6pm - 9pm
This short course is perfect for those who have taken our Beginner Sewing class but want a little more practice before moving on to the intermediate level.
Students will need to bring a pattern and material to the first class. Skirts or pants are recommended. We will send pattern recommendations upon registration.
Price: $135 + GST

Advanced Sewing - Suit Me Up
Date: June 23, Mondays (7 weeks) Time: 6pm - 9pm
Fashion sewing at its finest and most artful! You can learn to make your dream jacket to fit like an Armani Jacket. In this course, you will learn tailoring techniques such as the lapel collar, two piece sleeves, inside structure, welt pockets and how to line the jacket properly. If you love fashion and are committed to building solid sewing skills, this course is for you. Once again, you pick your own pattern, so the possibilities are endless. Price: $275 + GST

Sewing Crash Course
Date: May 29, Thursday Time: 6pm - 9pm
Date: June 26, Thursday Time: 6pm - 9pm
Become friends with your sewing machine. Quick and easy sewing project. Learn to make a pillow. Great for those who can’t commit to a lengthy beginner course. This three hour crash course will show you how to conquer the sewing machine and pick up the basic sewing skills to make an easy but stylish pillow with lots of room for personal creative input. Price: $55 + GST Includes all materials

Sew Be It Studio, 2156 Yonge Street, Toronto 416-481-7784
www.sewbeitstudio.com

Make Your Own Mother's Day Gifts

From April 21st-May 9th, 2008
At MaRGie Jewellery Studio!

3 hour Glass Fusing Class $100+GST
make 3 pendants, pins and/or key chains

2 hour Beading Class $45+GST
make a necklace and/or bracelet and earrings

2 hour Wire Class $60+GST
make a necklace and/or bracelet and earrings

3 hour Name Pendant (in copper or brass) $125+GST
stamp your mom's name into a hand-made metal pendant

Call 647.402.7617 for more information.
Or email michelle@margiejewellery.com

Crafts Classes for MOM!

Phoenix Arts Group provides a variety of classes for children and adults. The programs bring therapeutic benefits through artistic exercises that make use of four main modalities: painting, handwork, drawing & modeling.

Vase (Wine Cozy) and Pin cushion
May 4th from 1:00-5:00pm
$85 includes materials
Classes will be held at 33 Harbour Square

Mother's Day Felting Workshop - Pin Cushion
May 10th, 2008 from 11:00-12:30

2:00-3:30
$30/class Includes Material
Classes will be held at 401 Richmond Street at the Roastery Cafe

http://phoenixartsgroup.org/feltingroom/index.html

More Crafty Workshops

Go to http://torontocraftalert.blogspot.com/

Nathalie-Roze Crafty Workshops

Various Dates in February
www.nathalie-roze.com

Space is limited - To reserve, full advance payment is required. Call with a credit card or come by in-person and use debit, credit or cash. 416-792-1699

Creative Card-Making
Saturday February 9th, 10am to 1pm

Create unique greeting cards, including hand and machine sewing as well as personalized collages of fabric, photos, ink stamps and paper ephemera. Ideally participants will also bring their own mix of favorite materials (photos, magazine clippings, maps, buttons, etc.). $49 + GST, including all materials as well as tea and treats.


Organic Soap-Making
Sunday February 10th, 11am to 2pm

Learn how to make a batch of organic soap, using the cold press method. Learn all about making your own natural, moisturizing soap - then, choose your own scents (essential oils) and exfoliants to make a fresh batch customized to your personal preferences.
$55 + GST, including all supplies as well as tea & treats.

Oh, Baby: Hats & Bibs (for Wee Ones)
Saturday February 16th, 10am to 1pm

Using simple patterns, participants will learn how to make personalized fleece or cotton baby hats and bibs, as well as instructions on how to funkify them with cute appliques and hand-sewn embellishments. $55 + GST, including use of machines, hand-outs & patterns, fabric & felt for appliques .


Knitting for Absolute-Beginners
Sunday February 17th, 11am to 1:30pm

If you've been wanting to learn how to stitch your own unique wearables, this session - aimed at those with no knitting experience at all - is for you. Participants will learn the basic must-have foundation skills - how to start (cast-on), the key knit & purl stitches & binding/casting off. Virgin knitters will begin with the classic beginner project: a scarf. $55 + GST, includes a take-home kit, plus tea & baked goodies served during the break.

DIY Sock Monkey Dolls
Saturday February 23rd, 10am to 1pm

Participants will learn the basic technique required to create a monkey doll, using traditional grey work socks with red stripes at the top (or the socks of your choice) as well as decorative handmade add-ons to give it your own creative stamp. $55 + GST, including instruction hand-outs, stuffing, buttons, felt, needles & thread, etc.

Groovy Gauntlets (Fingerless Gloves/Arm-Warmers)
Saturday February 23rd, 2pm to 5pm

Using felted (shrunken) sweaters, recycled fleece and or cotton jersey, participants will learn how to make their own funky gauntlets/arm-warmers as well as how to customize a pair with add-ons like handcrafted appliques, buttons, beads and trim. $55 + GST, including use of machine, hand-outs, basic materials.


Super-Fab Necklaces
Sunday February 24th, 11am - 2pm

In this fun beginner session participants will learn how to use key tools and basic techniques to create various contemporary pendant and beaded necklace designs incorporating wire, beads, buttons, fabric, leather, found objects & semi-precious stones. $65 + GST, including project materials.

The Sewing Studio Classes

Various Dates in February
www.lovesewing.com

Winter Sewing Boot Camp
Feb. 4-8 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Feb. 11-15 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Hibernation is for bears. Skiers and non-skiers alike, the opportunity for you to learn to sew is upon you. Our winter boot camp (a condensed version of our introductory sewing class) is running twice this February. You'll learn sewing basics, how to read a commercial pattern, and then take all skills learned and make a skirt (guys we'll let you make a pair of drawstring pants!)


Home Decor Workshop
Feb. 10 from 12.30p.m. - 3.30p.m.

Learn mitered corners and how to sew on piping. Make a box pillow (then use the same technique at home to make cushion slipcovers).


Baby Workshop
Feb. 17 12.30p.m - 3.30 p.m.
Work with easy fabrics and double-fold bias tape while you learn covered seam finishes and make a flannel receiving blanket, a hooded towel, and wipe-clean bibs. Great for a shower gift or for your own new bundle.

The Sewing Studio, 266 Avenue Rd., Toronto, ON, 416-901-0758

Explore the Challenges of the Fast Fashion Cycle Chain

December 5, 2007
9 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. workshop

Expanding on the first Fast Fashion workshop which explored Zara’s cycle chain, presenter Ken Watson goes even further in this full day session by demonstrating the economic value of balanced sourcing, quick response and agile manufacturing to meet customer demand. Participants will learn key processes involved in the 4-6 week fast fashion cycle and the company culture required to support the processes.

Hosted by the Canadian Apparel Federation, Apparel Ontario and Apparel Quebec - Presented by Ken Watson, Director, Industry Forum Services, London, UK.

Toronto Westin Prince Hotel, CAF/Apparel Ontario/Apparel Quebec Members: $95.00 (plus GST) Non-members: $150.00 (plus GST)

Freedom Clothing ART

November 2, 2007 @ 8 p.m.

The show will feature new work by Montreal artist JACK DYLAN, including new shirts and posters!! It will be lots of fun and lots of very accessibly priced art that you can pick up for your friends or family or yourself.

We also have a bunch of new designers at Freedom, so if you haven't been by in a while you should come check out all of our beautiful fall items, jackets, hoody's and fall dresses.

the freedom clothing collective, 939 bloor st. w.
www.freedomclothingcollective.com

The Rage September

Epidemic Screenprinting Class: Sunday September 30 from 12-5 p.m.

Barb Danielewski of Epidemic Clothing will set up outside of The Rage, 13 Kensington Avenue and give screenprinting seminars all day!

There are 15 spots (3 people/1 hour lesson)
$20 includes patch and t-shirt.

ragetoronto@yahoo.com or 416.588.5177

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Sew Be-It Classes

Beyond The Beginner

This short course is perfect for those who have taken our Beginner Sewing class but want a little more practice before moving on to the intermediate level.

Students will need to bring a pattern and material to the first class. Skirts or pants are recommended. We will send pattern recommendations upon registration.

Class runs for 3 weeks. Beginner Sewing skills are a must.

Date: September 8, Saturdays Time: 2pm - 5pm Price: $110 + GST

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Bra Making 101

You will learn the techniques of bra construction, fitting, and proper measuring. Students will be able to complete one or two well made and custom fit bras.

Date: November 3 & 4 (Saturday & Sunday)Time: 10am - 5pm Price: $250.00 + GST
Prerequisite: Sewing skills required.

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Advanced Bra Making

A six hour class, consists of drafting/sample sewing to change your basic bra pattern or add to your basic bra pattern.

Pre-requisite: Bra Making 101

Styles taught in this class: Specialty straps-crisscross, halter, padded; maternity or nursing bra, different seaming including demi styling, embroidery, laces, dying your bra, adding "power bar" seaming, hidden seam allowance seaming, etc...

Date: September 22, Saturday Time: 10am - 4pm Price: $105 + GST

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Introduction to Fashion Design for Teens

This is an intensive Fashion design training course. You will get an overview of fashion sketching, sewing techniques, fabrics, design concepts, creating a portfolio, and most of all designing a wardrobe! You will be challenged to take your design conception to make it into a reality.

Date: October 15, Mondays Time: 7pm - 8:45pm Course is 8 weeks Price: $240.00 + GST

Sew Be It Studio, 2156 Yonge Street

www.sewbeitstudio.com