Studio Julie Snow ~ SJS Creations: 1/6/12

January 6, 2012

"POST-CHRISTMAS" Post: Please humour me...read why

OK! Recent history: My camera busted (see this sad post) right after Thanksgiving, and I begged and pleaded to the camera people out there to please help me out. I got a lovely offer from a friend to take pics for me, but - I would need you by my side constantly, Kara, whenever I had the whim to take of picture of a project I got a few minutes to sew. It would be completely unpredictable...if you know what I mean. Thank you so much for the offer though. You're a sweetheart.

But here I am and "HOW" you say? With pictures this time?

Well, the conversation on Facebook went something like this:

Friend: "Hi there! I have an old camera that I was giving away and thought of you...a Sony Cybershot (digital camera)... have memory cards...rechargeable batteries...manual and everything... Would you be interested in it?..."

Me: "ABSOLUTELY! How did you know my Sony Cybershot just died?!? I am not ready to buy a fancier camera yet so I would love to have a replacement! Thank you for thinking of me!"

Friend: "What a coincidence. I must have ESP...[I will have my husband bring it to work to your husband]. Hope you have a wonderful holiday!"

Me: "I think you DO have ESP! Thank you again..."

So, how about that. I do believe in ESP... Now, the thing is they were ALREADY on their Holiday vacation when I got this message on December 18. They got back the day AFTER my husband took off work for his vacation time. Then my husband did not go back to work until January 3, just like the kids, for school. So I did not get the camera in my hands until this week. And I spent several days figuring it out and snapping like 400 pictures, I swear.

So NOW I am ready to post some Christmas stuff! Yes, it did occur to me to wait until next year, already! but I have been SO excited to share and SO bummed that I could NOT share. So...even though the rest of you have already put away every Christmas thing and even thoughts of Christmas AND New Year's are done - please humour me and bear with me while I get this out of my system. Just "pin it" for next year, right?

Anyway, moving onward! Here are a few of the most fun things I did this Christmas:

ORNAMENT BALL WREATH

(links coming soon)

FAMILY CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS

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Sewing Lessons: BASIC SUPPLY LIST

*BASIC SUPPLY LIST (fits in a basket or bin)
Working sewing machine
Bobbins, basic feet, thread guide if needed
Size 70-80-90 machine needles
Hand-sewing needles
Good sewing shears (large – for cutting fabric)
Small snippers (for clipping threads)
Paper scissors
6” wooden or clear ruler, or seam gauge
Flexible measuring tape
Pins
Pincushion or Pinmagnet
Seam ripper
Soap chips for marking
Thread

COSTS/ TUITION RATES

CLASSES OFFERED

INTRODUCTION

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Sewing Lessons: COSTS/ TUITION RATES

COSTS? TUITION RATES:
Private lessons: $40/ one-hour lesson.
*Bi-weekly lessons (2 total per month) are $80/ month per student.
*Weekly lessons (4 total per month) are $160/ month per student.
*Demonstrations and instruction will be one-on-one with teacher. Help will be individualized per student needs.

Group lessons: $25/ one-hour lesson.
*Bi-weekly lessons (2 total per month) are $50/ month per student.
*Weekly lessons (4 total per month) are $100/ month per student.
*Demonstrations and instruction will be taught in a group setting. Limited one-on-one time will be provided.

There is a one-time registration fee of $15 that covers beginning supplies (notebooks, lesson packets, class samples, in-class supplies, etc).

All payments are due at the beginning of the first lesson of the month.

BASIC SUPPLY LIST

CLASSES OFFERED

INTRODUCTION

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Sewing Lessons: CLASSES OFFERED

{{{ TECHNIQUES/ SKILLS }}} (sample materials provided)

*WARDROBE TECHNIQUE [Ongoing]
This ongoing class will teach basic to intermediate to advanced sewing skills to be used in clothing and wardrobe projects. Students will build a hands-on portfolio of skill samples. i.e. Basic stitches and their uses, reading a pattern/ layout basics, all types of hems, edge finishes, closures (zippers, buttonholes, etc), facings, linings, gathering, setting sleeves, etc. Sample materials provided.
*See supply list. Will complete individual projects (student-supplied) to culminate skills.

*HOME DEC TECHNIQUE [Ongoing]
This ongoing class will teach basic to intermediate skills to be used in home decorating projects. Students will learn methods for taking measurements, making/installing piping in seams, application of trim, pillow variations, pillow closures, proper curtain panel techniques, window treatment variations, bedding, slipcovers, and other necessary techniques. Sample materials provided.
*See supply list. Will complete individual projects (student-supplied) to culminate skills.

*Basic Sewing Machine Skills
The basic skills in this class are necessary to take any other class offered by Studio Julie Snow. Student will be familiar with threading and operating sewing machine, basic straight and zigzag stitches, stitch length and width, backstitch, basting, basic gathering, pivoting, basic seams.

*Hems
Students will learn how to professionally apply four different hem techniques: standard hem, rolled hem, double needle hem, invisible hem. Techniques will be applied to samples, and clothing. Students may bring an item to hem.

*Zipper Applications
Students will learn how to professionally apply zippers in clothing and/or home decorating items, using three different methods: centered application, lapped, invisible. Techniques will be applied to samples. Students may bring a project ready to apply a zipper.

*BIAS Applications
Part 1: Students will learn how to calculate for and make bias tape strips: single-fold, double-fold, piping.
Part 2: Students will learn binding, curves, corners (inside/outside), edge finishes, etc. Techniques will be applied to samples. Students may bring a project to apply a bias method.

*Buttons/ Buttonholes
Students will learn proper methods to sew on buttons by hand and by machine. How to cover your own buttons, how to calculate and construct machine buttonholes; demonstration of high-quality bound buttonholes.

*FABRICS!
Students will learn about all types of fabrics and their characteristics: weave, fiber content, care, common uses, recommendations for projects, etc. Students will work hands-on with fabrics and leave with a reference book of samples.

*Fitting & Alterations (Beg)
Students will learn beginning methods for measuring the body and altering patterns to make custom clothing. Also, some common basic alterations of ready-to-wear clothing - make it fit!

*Fitting & Alterations (Int)
Students will learn intermediate methods of altering clothing patterns for custom work, as well as more difficult alterations of ready-to-wear clothing – make them fit!

*Finishing Techniques (Intermediate/Advanced)
Determined by student’s needs, topics to be learned include: binding, facing, lining, stitch-in-ditch, understitching, turning tubes/straps, gathering, ruffles, trimming/grading, cuffs, etc.

*Prom/Wedding Alterations (Int/Advanced)
Determined by student’s needs, topics to be learned include: adding sleeves, bolero/ shrug jacket, taking in, letting out, taking up shoulders, resetting sleeves, redoing beadwork, lacework, raising necklines, etc.

{{{ PROJECTS }}} (supplies provided by student)

*String Backpack (Beginner)
*See completed Student Projects

*Placemat Bag (Beginner)
*See completed Student Projects

*Patch Quilt (Beginner) Students will learn basics of patch-working, how to calculate and cut and sew pieces for a doll size blanket (20” x 25”), and how to back it.
*Supplies: (5) fabrics: 1/6 yd each; 2/3 yd for the back.
*See completed Student Projects

*Pillowcase (Beginner)
Students will learn how to cut out and sew together a standard size bed pillowcase, using straight stitches, edge finishes, topstitching.
*Supplies: 1 yd 45” wide fabric, thread.
*See completed Student Projects

*Reversible Apron (Beginner)
Students will learn how to cut out and sew together a reversible full-size apron. Techniques covered will be straight stitches, edge finishes, topstitching.
*Supplies: 1 yd each of two fabrics (45” wide), 2 yds matching ribbon, thread.
*See completed Student Projects

*Fleece: Scarf & Hat (Beginner)
Students will learn the easy fun of sewing with fleece by cutting out, sewing and completing a cute, warm and wearable scarf and hat set.
*Supplies: 1.5 yds fleece
*See completed Student Projects

*Basic Window Valance or Panel (Beg/ Int)
Students will learn basic measurement methods and construction of a basic rod pocket window valance or panel.
*Supplies: see Julie Snow to determine yardage for your window
*See completed Student Projects

*Decorative Pillow (Intermediate)
Students will learn to cut out and sew together a pillow slipcover, with cording insert trim, zipper closure.
*Supplies: 18” pillow form, ½ yard fabric, 2 ¼ yd cording to insert (with attached “lip”), 16”zipper, thread.
*See completed Student Projects

*Gathered Skirt: Plain or Single Ruffle or Multi-Tiered(Beg/ Int) Students will learn basic method of constructing any size gathered skirt. Techniques will cover fabric strips, gathering, and elastic waistband.
*Supplies: (Depending on skirt size): see Julie Snow for yardage, waistband elastic
*See completed Student Projects

*Memory Quilt (Intermediate)
Students will learn “nine-patch with borders” and learn methods to put together and complete memory quilt. This is designed for preserve the sweet memories of your favorite children’s outfits in a beautiful snuggly keepsake blanket. Also a great way to display all of your child’s team sports T-shirts, or the like.
*Supplies: outgrown clothing to cut up and “preserve”, batting, fabric for borders, fabric for backing (see Julie Snow to determine size of quilt, batting, and amount of border fabric).
*See completed Student Projects

*Requests for any projects are always taken.

COSTS/ TUITION RATES

BASIC SUPPLY LIST

INTRODUCTION

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Sewing Lessons: INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION
Are sewing lessons in your future?
Do you find yourself or family members wearing clothes that don’t fit right and you wish you could DO something about it?
Are you tired of paying for clothing alterations? Do you ever wish you could just do it yourself and save the money?
Are you a skilled seamstress, but could use a refresher course on certain skills?
Do you wish for your children or teenagers to learn and use sewing skills?
Do you want to learn how to turn your “fashion design” or “home decorating” dreams into realities?
Are you ready to learn that new skill that has been keeping you from completing your dream projects?

Like… * deciphering a sewing pattern * measuring / calculating / making window treatments * mitering corners * zipper installation * quilting * hemming a pair of pants or skirt* cuffs on your hubby’s dress pants *
* taking in a waistband * altering a dress * making a basic decorative pillow * making and applying piping * mending a hole properly * basic machine threading * altering a pattern to fit/ "modest"-ify *
* pleats * gathers * embroidery * buttonholes * facing/lining anything * professional finishing techniques * preserving childhood memories
*…wow this list could go on and on!!!

Please let me tell you a little bit about myself. I have always loved sewing and have been drawn to it as a creative outlet and a method to achieve goals. (Not to mention, good for the budget). My mother taught me at her knee (and from outside, looking in to the basement window to watch her at her sewing machine for hours on end) and she would even let me sit on her lap at the machine if I folded my arms quietly. Through my youth and many projects, I realized the possibilities, enjoyment and usefulness of this skill, so I continued my college education in this area, taking every class I could. I did get my Associates Degree in “Clothing & Textiles” from BYU-Idaho (back when it was Ricks College :) I was not satisfied enough with that, so I went to BYU-Provo and worked hard to get my Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in “Fashion Design-Emphasis: Costume”. Of course, in the meantime, I gained a fantastic husband and six great children.
I started my “Studio Julie Snow” right after graduation in 1997 and have been operating ever since. My studio has primarily been focused on custom creations and alterations for my clients, which I LOVE, and always will. I enjoy my work and being able to enrich people’s lives with a skill that is sadly slipping away from mainstream society and education. These degrees/ programs are not even available any more at many colleges and universities, including BYU.
Which leads me to my desire to share this skill with all who would like to empower themselves with the freedom to create in a new way, the option to bless themselves and their family, and the self-sufficient skills that can save your budget. And it is SO MUCH FUN!!!!

Here is a list of sewing classes I will be offering in my studio. Please take a moment to look them over and see if there is anything you are interested in for yourselves, your daughters (sons, too – even my brother can sew – he taught his wife!) your friends. Forward to anyone you think may be interested. The youngest age to start sewing (officially, at the machine) is between 8-10. You can start, however, at any age. Basically, you need to be tall enough to reach the “gas pedal” and still operate the machine.
I teach group lessons or private one-on-one lessons. If you have a specific project you would like to learn as a lesson, do not hesitate to contact me. Note: I am located in the Denver CO area. Call 303-693-5263 or send email to studiojuliesnow@gmail.com

COSTS/ TUITION RATES

BASIC SUPPLY LIST

CLASSES OFFERED

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