Monday, 13 January 2025

December Meeting Summary

If you weren't able to join us, please read on for a short recap. Members are welcome to request the full minutes by e-mail.


Workshops

  • January 18th: recreate a ready-to-wear knit garment
  • Jan/Feb bodice block making workshop at Assela’s home in Barrhaven

Sew-Ins & Events

  • In Person - Dec 21, Jan 18
  • Virtual - Dec 16

Community Events

  • Ecoequitable Fashion Show - Thursday, Dec. 19

Meeting - Wrapping it Up with Laura Lee

  • This month we heard from Laura-Lee about the history of wrapped garments, the designers that popularized them and the traditional garments from other cultures that inspired and influenced many style that remain popular to this day.

Sewing SOS

  • A member was looking for help with a pattern adjustment for pants she was making for her husband. Many members recommended she try other patterns they had used successfully in the past for men’s pants.

OGGPOM - Wrap It Up 

  • Wrap dresses, wrap tops, wrap skirts, wrap jumpsuits or wrapped baby clothes. So many choices!


Next meeting - January 6, 2025