Warp, Weft, Bias, & Drape: Your Dragoneer's Cloak

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When:

Monday, November 10, 2014 - 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Where:

Who: recommended for ages 8 and up.
Only enrolled children may attend this program.

How much:
Cost for Child/student: $35.00

Please register by: Friday, October 24, 2014 - 5:00pm

Description

Discover the magical effect of weave while creating your very own dragonner's hooded cloak! Learn how transfer a pattern from paper to cloth. Discover the intricacies of stitching while applying the binding spell of seam and backtack and bounding spell of hem.

This class is limited to just 6 participants! If more than 6 dragoneers are interested in constructing a cloak, one of the other parents will contact our instructor, Lisa Powers, to set up another session. Lisa has requested that 1 adult who knows how to sew remain and assist, and Nic will do that for the first session (since she once made a living sewing). 

This is a 3 to 3½ hour workshop. There will be a short break about half way through — please pack a light non-messy snack and a water bottle to re-energize your child.

Cost per child/student: $35 plus materials
Cost of pattern: We will be using the pattern at www.janeausten.co.uk/sew-a-walking-cloak/. Lisa has asked that we arrive with a template created from patterning fabric or cheap paper. 1 pattern for every 2 students should be sufficient.
Cost of fabric: varies with material chosen. You will need 4 yards of 60" fabric and matching thread — plus one 9x12 felt swatch (about 35¢). You'll also need a fastener. Velcro will work, or a button, or a clasp. I'm hoping that we'll make a magical broach at the Mineralogy workshop in class in February, but you'll need something to use until then.
Crafty Planet discount: 15% discount on fabric. Just tell them that you need the class discount.

Learn more:

• Sew a walking cloak (pattern) at www.janeausten.co.uk/sew-a-walking-cloak/
   
• Grainline (PDF) at www.taunton.com/threads/pdf/grainline.pdf
   
• Costume Construction (online curriculum) at www.cwu.edu/~robinsos/ppages/resources/costxt/ (especially Chapter 1: Fabric)
   
• Textiles (online curriculum) at www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zkj2tfr
   
• Understanding Fabric (video) at www.learningseed.com/catalog/understanding-fabrics and guide (PDF) at www.marcom.com.au/SGuides/ZZLS/6LSUF.pdf
   
• Singer Complete Photo Guide to Sewing - Revised + Expanded Edition: 1200 Full-Color How-To Photos, by the editors of Creative Publishing

 DIY Skill: Clothing Maker
 
  DIY Challenge: Sew from a Pattern
  DIY Challenge: Sew a Garment
  DIY Challenge: Attach Fasteners

 DIY Skill: Stitcher
 
  DIY Challenge: Sew a Bag or Pouch
  DIY Challenge: Sew a Basic Stitch
  DIY Challenge: Sew with a Machine

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Payment must be received by: Mon, Oct 27, 2014 - 5:00pm

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Cancellation deadline: Fri, Oct 24, 2014 - 5:00pm

TO CANCEL BEFORE THE DEADLINE: 
(1) Please let the organizer know as soon as possible via email. 

TO CANCEL AFTER THE DEADLINE: 
(1) Let the organizer know as soon as possible via email. 
(2) No refunds can be made as the organizer has already paid for your tickets. 
(3) To avoid empty seats, please attempt to transfer your tickets to another family.
(3a) Any reimbursements should be handled privately between you and your substitute. 
(3b) Please let the organizer know about the substitution. 
 
TO CANCEL ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT: 
(1) It is not cool to just not show up. Please let the organizer know if you are unable to attend — via email, text message or voice mail. 
(2) To avoid empty seats, please attempt to find a last-minute substitute for your family. 

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Please arrive by:

Please plan to arrive about 15 minutes early in order to have plenty of time to find parking, check in with the organizer, visit the bathrooms and otherwise be prepared for our program to start on time. Please plan to be early to avoid being late due to inadequate maps, confusing road signs, road construction, heavy traffic, parking difficulties, inclement weather or uncooperative children. 

Where to meet:

Please gather where directed by the staff. Please check in with the organizer when you arrive. 

Food policy:

This is a 3 to 3½ hour workshop. There will be a short break about half way through — please pack a light non-messy snack and a water bottle to re-energize your child.

Alternate plans:

This event will not be cancelled due to the weather. Please plan accordingly. 

Directions:

Crafty Planet is located in northeast Minneapolis, just a couple of blocks from Audubon Park, near the intersection of Johnson St NE and 29th Ave NE. 

From I-35W north, take exit 21B for Johnson St, keeping left to continue on Johnson about 1 mile. Crafty Planet will be on your right. 

From I-35W south, take exit 21A for Stinson Blvd toward County Rd 88, and turn right onto Stinson. Drive 1/2 mile to Lowry Ave, turn left and drive another 1/2 mile to Johnson St. Turn right on Johnson and drive another 1/2 mile to Crafty Planet, on the right.

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