New Laces and Trims

Corded lace 54" wide $49.95

 Beaded lace 3" wide trim $39.95

  Beaded lace 1 3/4" wide trim $24.95

 Swiss cotton entredeux 1/8" wide $2.95

 Rayon grosgrain ribbon 8 mm wide-25 mm wide $.75-$1.80

New Wool

Wool crepe 60" wide $24.95

Festival of Trees

Yellow Bird Fabrics donated two small trees to Festival of Trees. Thanks to my mom, sister and three amazing nieces for helping me decorate them.

Festival of Trees benefiting Primary Children’s Medical Center.

DATES:
November 28 - December 1, 2012 (Wednesday through Saturday). 

TIME:
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily

PLACE:
South Towne Exposition Center
9575 South State Street
Sandy, Utah 84070

TICKETS:
At the door -- $5.00 for adults; $3.00 for children ages 2-11; Wednesday Family Day $15.00 (up to 6 immediate family members).  

PURPOSE:
Every penny raised helps children at Primary Children’s Medical Center.

HISTORY:
For 42 years, the Festival of Trees has been a “Gift of Love” to children at Primary Children's Medical Center.  The Festival is organized by a volunteer board of 85 women who enlist time and talents from thousands of individuals, organizations, businesses, and families throughout Utah.  Over $30.8 million has been raised for children at Primary Children’s Medical Center through the Festival since 1971, with $1,655,931.40 raised in 2011.

December Class Schedule

Hi All! This month I've decided to hold classes for the first two weeks of the month only. If you're looking for a break from the holiday rush, come on in and sign up for a class! I would love to meet you and see your wonderful face in any of the classes listed below!

The Knit T-shirt! – 2 hrs, 2 class sessions

Class Dates & Times: December 1 @ 10am – 1pm & December 8 @ 10am - 12pm

Skill Level:Beginner – Intermediate

This class is all about conquering the knit! If you’re looking for a crash starter course on knitwear – this is the class for you! Knits are wonderful fabrics to work with and not scary at all. We’ll discuss and learn the pros of working with knits, how to handle them, how to sew them and how forgiving they are when it comes to fit. In addition, we’ll work together to sew the perfect knit t-shirt all on a basic sewing machine. Knits are fun – come and learn just how fun they can be!

Instructor: Sunni

Cost: $85

Materials to bring:Sewaholic Renfrew T-shirt pattern (available at Yellow Bird); enough fabric for one of the versions of the t-shirt (please note that you can mix and match any of the sleeve lengths with the neckline versions – you pick the t-shirt you would like to make!); thread to match; stay tapes included.

Fitting Pants – 2hrs, 2 class sessions

Class Dates & Times: December 4 & 11 @ 4pm  - 6pm

Skill Level:Intermediate

This class will take place during two separate class sessions. This class will help take the mystery out of fitting pants for your body. Together we’ll take a basic pants fitting shell and learn the ins and outs of how to get a perfectly fitting pair of pants. We’ll learn about taking proper measurements and picking the right pattern size for your body, constructing a muslin, what to look for and how to fix fitting enigmas. Each participant will be supplied with tips and tricks and resources for how to get great fit on any pair of pants.

Instructor: Sunni

Cost: $100

Materials to purchase or bring from your stash: Vogue fitting shell 1003 or a pants sewing pattern of your choice (please bring the size that corresponds with your hip measurement; please take hip measurement over underwear at widest point along hipline; if in between sizes, please choose the larger size), 2.5 – 3 yards muslin

Demystifying Fit – 2 hrs, 1 class session

Class Dates & Times: December 5 @ 4pm – 6pm

Skill Level:Advanced Beginner – Intermediate

Do you wonder why sewing patterns don’t fit you right out of the envelope? In this class we’ll discuss fit on all scales, why patterns rarely fit anyone right out of the envelope and what you can do to achieve perfect fit. We’ll talk about measuring yourself correctly, pattern sizing vs. ready to wear sizing and pattern ease. You’ll learn 4 basic adjustments and alterations that can be mixed and matched to help you get the perfect fit!

Instructor: Sunni

Cost: $50

Materials to bring:A notebook for taking notes and a sewing pattern you don't mind slashing and spreading.

Interested in taking any of these classes? Be sure to contact any of us at Yellow Bird Fabrics. We are available by phone, email or pop into the shop. Please note that all students receive a 20% discount off total purchase for anything in the shop the day of the class. Class fee excluded.

 

Gratitude

This Thanksgiving weekend there is so much I am grateful for. I want to express my gratitude to you, all of my loyal customers. Thank you for your support and friendship. 

Also, I could not function without my amazing Yellow Bird team. Thank you Leena, Sunni, Elizabeth and Sheridan.  I am so fortunate to have all of you incredibly talented women as my friends and co-workers. 

Thanks to all of you! I hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

Holiday Hours

We will be closed November 22nd-24th for Thanksgiving. Enjoy the holiday!

New Woolens

Wool gabardine 60" wide $24.95

New Silks

Silk shantung 54" wide $29.95

 Silk dupioni 54" wide $24.95

New knits

Cotton tubular knit 60" wide $9.95

 Cotton tubular knit 60" wide $9.95

Cotton/poly burnout 60" wide $9.95

New Woolens

These wool and rayon blends have a beautiful weight and drape to them. They are 60" wide and $19.95 per yard.

New silks

Silk dupioni 45" wide $19.95

New Woolens

Wool and wool blends 60" wide $19.95-$24.95

On Display at Yellow Bird

Elizabeth made this Poiret Cocoon Coat from Folkwear Pattern #503.

 Elizabeth also made this South Asian Wrap Top from Folkwear Pattern #134. 

Thanks for sharing Elizabeth!

These Folkwear Patterns as well as many others are available now at Yellow Bird. Come in and pick one up today.

20% OFF SALE!

The holidays are approaching fast! Now is the time to get that party dress
started. Need a new wool skirt? We can help with that too. No matter what
your fall and winter projects may be, we are here to help. We hope you'll
come in and visit us at Yellow Bird Fabrics November 5th-10th. Receive 20%
off the perfect fabric for your next project!

2012 Customer Halloween Costumes

Thanks to all of our wonderful customers that sent in photos of their Halloween costumes. They are all fabulous! I couldn't decide on a winner so I decided to give you all gift certificates. I hope everyone had a fun Halloween!

Emily W made these beautiful butterfly wings for her darling daughter.

Emily S is one tough chick in her amazing boxing robe.

Natalie F looks like she ready to dance the Charleston in her 1920's costume. 

Claire D was busy this Halloween making an old spider, a werewolf and a cupcake costume for her 3 adorable kids.

 

Natalie J has the romantic look of Jane Austin in this hand crafted dress.

Maddie F could be cast as the perfect Tippi in Hitchcock's "The Birds." Check out Maddie's blog for a tutorial on how to make her fabulous hat, http://www.madalynne.com/halloween-costume-diy-tippi-hedren-from-the-birds

Lisa F is super groovy in this retro costume. Check out more about Lisa's costume and other fun things on her blog, http://fosterreviewsit.blogspot.com/2012/10/vintage-butterick-3067-with-little.html .