Sunday, October 30, 2011
New York Times Fashion and Style
I thought this was an interesting article in the New York Times,
"Young Mormons Find Ways to Be Hip"
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
New inventory at Yellow Bird Fabrics
Two tone Venice Lace
Gold and black lace - perfect for the holidays!
Floral silk chiffon - Great fall colors!
Silk chiffon
Silk double georgette
Silk and wool blend - this would make a gorgeous suit
Rayon satin
Gold and black lace - perfect for the holidays!
Floral silk chiffon - Great fall colors!
Silk chiffon
Silk double georgette
Silk and wool blend - this would make a gorgeous suit
Rayon satin
November 2011 Classes
Monday Classes
Textile Basics
Dates and times: Monday, November 7th and continued on Monday, November 14th 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: This workshop is designed to help designers and seamstresses that know what they are looking for in a fabric, but don't necessarily know the correct terminology.
Learn the difference between fiber content, weaves, and finishes.
Collect samples of over fifty different textiles
Recognize fabrics by sight, touch and even smell
Cost: $50 (all materials included)
Zippers
Date and time: Monday, November 21st 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: Learn to put in a lap zipper and an invisible zipper.
Cost: $35 (all materials included)
Fitting
Date and time: Monday, November 28st 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: Bring in your ill-fitting garments and learn how to custom fit them to your measurements.
Cost: $35 (all materials included)
Tuesday Classes
Flat Pattern Design; Bodice Sloper
Date and time: Tuesday, November 1st and continued on Tuesday, November 8th 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: Create a bodice sloper from your own measurements. This will help you to understand how to alter patterns, how to make your own patterns, and how to pattern a dart.
Cost: $50 (all materials included)
Flat Pattern Design; Skirt Sloper
Date and time: Tuesday, November 15th and continued on Tuesday, November 22nd 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: Create a skirt sloper from your own measurements. This will help you to understand how to alter patterns, how to make your own patterns, and how to pattern a dart.
Cost: $50 (all materials included)
Birds Nest
Date and time: Tuesday, November 29th 6:00-8:00
Objective: Get involved with your local sewing community while finishing some of your problematic sewing projects. Socialize with other seamstresses, get inspiring ideas, and receive some helpful sewing advise.
Cost: It's free and fun for all! Call and reserve you spot today!
Wednesday Classes
Knits for Beginners
Dates and times: Wednesday, November 2nd and continued on Wednesday, November 9th 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: For those who are just learning to sew with knits, broaden your knowledge by:
Learning basic types of knit fabrics
Discussing what projects can be made with knits
Using a serger and practicing basic finishing techniques
Project: A basic t-shirt, the building block for all knit projects
Cost: $50 + the cost of materials
Materials: You will need 1 yard of 60" wide prewashed knit for a short sleeve t-shirt. You will need 1 1/2 yards for a long sleeve t-shirt.
Pencil Skirt
Date and Time: Wednesday, November 16th and continued on Wednesday, November 23rd 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: Have the confidence to break free of using patterns. Create a simple and elegant skirt that is custom fit to your measurements.
Cost: $50 + the cost of materials
Materials: You will need a zipper and 1 yard of 60" wide prewashed woven fabric for a knee length skirt. More yardage may be required for 45" wide fabric or for longer or fuller skirts.
Thursday Classes
Ballet Style Slippers
Date and time: Thursday, November 3rd 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: Learn to make a comfy pair of shoes.
Cost: $35 (all materials included)
Get to know your Sewing Machine
Date and Time: Thursday, November 10th 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: For those who have a sewing machine but aren’t sure how to use it, or those who just need a refresher, this is the class for you. In this class you will learn things from threading the machine, to dealing with troublesome tension.
Cost: $30
Necktie
Date and time: Thursday, November 17th 6:00-8:00pm
Objective: Learn how to make a necktie while practicing couture hand sewing techniques.
Cost: $30 +the cost of materials
Materials: You will need 7/8 yard of 60" or 45" wide woven fabric.
Sewing machines and supplies will be provided. We encourage those with sewing machines to bring them. It is more beneficial to learn these techniques on your own machines.
For classes that do not include your materials, you may bring your own or you may purchase them from Yellow Bird Fabrics and receive 20% off.
If you are interested in taking any of these classes or for information on private lessons email us at yellowbirdfabricsclasses@gmail.com, give us a call at 801-466-3110, or come see us at Yellow Bird Fabrics 2828 E. 3300 S. SLC, UT.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Soiree 2011
This is Salt Lake's largest public fashion event with booths of local fashion boutiques, photographers, and hair salons!
The Soiree Fashion Show (Saturday night 6pm - 9pm) will begin with Style Wars: Polka Dots! Our 3rd annual local fashion designing contest, sponsored by The Humane Society of Utah. This whimsical showcase brings awareness of pet adoption to the masses in a way that is entertaining and fun!
If you are interested in designing for the Style Wars competition, you can get an application from the slafd website. If you purchase your fabric for the Style Wars competition from Yellow Bird Fabrics, you can get 20% off.
If you are interested in designing for the Style Wars competition, you can get an application from the slafd website. If you purchase your fabric for the Style Wars competition from Yellow Bird Fabrics, you can get 20% off.Monday, October 17, 2011
New Arrivals
Leena brought this beautiful cotton back from her trip. Amber and I have already taken a cut of it. Hurry in and grab some before it's gone!
We just got these wools in too.
We just got these wools in too.Wool plaid
Shetland wool coating
Shetland wool coating
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Art Meets Fashion
Just wanted to remind everyone that Art Meets Fashion is tonight. The event is from 6-10pm. It is located at 404 W. 700 S Salt Lake City UT.
$50 regular admission includes admittance to the gallery exhibition, fashion shows, acoustic lounge and a selection food and beverages. ($25 for students) Ticket sales benefit the YWCA.
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Pink Dress Contest for Breast Cancer
Pink Dress Contest
Date: Friday, October 14
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Doors open at 6:30 pm.
Location: Pierpont Place
163 Pierpont Ave, Salt Lake City
Buy your tickets now!
$5.00 at Communities United
1341 South State Street, Suite 211
Salt Lake City
$7.00 at the door
Yellow Bird Fabrics and The Pink Dress Contest were featured in Ahora Utah.
For those of you who don't read Spanish, here is was the last part of the article says:
Amy Royer, who won the competition last year, said "this was a unique experience to be able to patricipate in an event that has such a worthy objective." Royer, a professional designer that operates a specialty boutique, Yellow Bird Fabrics, in Salt Lake City, feels very commited to the theme of the competition owing to the fact that a number of years ago her grandma was diagnosed with breast cancer. "They removed one of my grandmother's breasts so that she could survive and this made an impact on me and my family." She added that she would return this year as a sponsor. It gives her an opportunity to share information about preventitive exams and the fight against breast cancer.
Must See Sewing Blog
Sewing bloggers from all over the map were in Salt Lake this weekend for the first Sewing Summit http://sewingsummit.com
We had a few of these fabulous fashionistas stop into Yellow Bird Fabrics over the weekend. One of these was Gretchen "Gertie" Hirsch. She has a wonderful blog that I think every seamstress should see http://www.blogforbettersewing.com
Gertie is a super stylish and pleasant person whom I really enjoyed talking with. She and her friend, Ashley, really made my day. I was glad to have met them and hope to see them again soon. In the mean time, I will be frequenting her blog and I hope you do too!
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
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