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The Original Creative Festival
Cincinnati, OH, June 28, 29, 30, 2012
Thursday Classes
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 9am-10am
Zippers – Easy, Fast, and Fun
Instructor: Linda McGehee, Ghee's
Class #105
Tired of being hidden and ignored, the zipper is exposed as a truly versatile embellishment. Let the zipper make a statement on your next project. Don't use a zipper foot! There are new and different applications. Use zippers as trim, artwork, jewelry, and places that you never would have used a zipper, included are at least five easy ways to insert a zipper. Come join me and learn the new tricks with zippers. It's an adventure with the sewing machine! Class fee: $10.
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 9am-10am
Listen To The Tissue
Instructor: Peggy Sagers, Silhouette Patterns
Class #108
The tissue is trying to tell you that the armholes are too large and you are not listening. Also the neckline is too low, but you are not listening. Come learn how to look at the tissue and recognize whether it is right or wrong before wasting your time cutting the cloth. Fix first, then cut. This is a good one. Class fee: $10.
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 9am-10am
Machine Needles -- Your Best friends
Instructor: Barb Callahan, Barb Originals
Class #111
Double eyed needles, twin needles wing needles and others all play a part in both construction and embellishment of Barb's garments. Barb will demonstrate many needle techniques that will intrigue you and help you create a more interesting and creative look in your sewing. Class fee: $10.
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 9am-12pm
Dyeing to Quilt
 Hands-on workshop - BRING SUPPLIES LISTED BELOW
Instructor: Cindy Losekamp, Sew Artfully Yours
Class #114
Dyeing cloth is an age old passion. Even if you've tried it before or you are just the slightest bit interested in how it's done, you'll love this "hands on" excursion into the world of dye. One project is a silk scarf…beautiful in its own right but we will enhance it with color. Cindy will lead you through the processes helping you dye three types of fiber…silk, cotton and wool. Each one will be more beautiful than the last. We'll be using procion dyes for an amazing vibrancy you just can't get with other types of dye. This is a great way to experience the excitement and fulfillment dyeing fabric brings. Cindy gives you the stepping stones to dyeing your own fabric for garments and quilts. Truly Exciting!
Kit fee: $30 paid at the beginning of the class to the instructor.
Kit fee includes cotton t-shirt, silk scarf – 15x60, wool scarf, pieces of wool, silk and cotton to practice on. Dyes, Soda Ash, Urea, Synthrapol,
Student supplies: (bring to class with you)
Plastic covering for your body, 3-4 small plastic bowls with lids, 2-3 pairs of vinyl gloves, painters mask, 1 cup plastic measuring cup to mix dye in, set of plastic measuring spoons, plastic shoe boxes - 2 with lids for transporting.
Class fee: $35. Kit fee: $30.
(kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
 Thursday, June 28, 2012, 9am-12pm
Pet Palooza
Hands on workshop using sewing machines. Class limit 20.
Instructor: Pam Damour, The Decorating Diva
Class #117
Make a fashionable yet functional vest which doubles as a harness for a custom fit. Pam will also demonstrate pet software which will allow you to make up to 40 garments. Bring your pet's neck and chest measurements to class. Kit fee $20. Bring basic sewing supplies and neutral thread.
Class fee: $35, Kit fee: $20
(kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 9am-12pm Class #120
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 1pm-4pm Class #151
Vintage Jewelry Keeper
Hands on workshop using sergers. Class limit 20.
 Instructor: Alicia Welcher, Martha Pullen Company
This multi-pocketed little jewelry keeper is created from classic cotton, embroidered insertion, French lace beading and one of the pockets has a zipper….. absolutely you can put in a zipper with your serger!!! A ruffle of Victorian edging completes the front and a solid lining is fashioned of Classic Cotton chosen to match the ribbon color. A petite spaghetti bias bow adds just the right amount of "cute" to your finished project. This keeper could also be used for the ultimate gift card holder or simply add a strap to convert to a small purse.
Class fee: $40.
Kit fee $10 (kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 9am-12pm
Formal Feathers I Basics & Beyond
Instructor: Irena Bluhm, Irena Bluhm Designs
Class #123
 Offered as: 3 hour hands-on drawing/design - BRING SUPPLIES LISTED BELOW
If you have never tried them, it is about time! You will never regret it, once you understand the concept. The rest is just putting a little effort into trying to get them looking exactly the way you like them. The flexibility in creating quilting designs
using these feathers can not be underestimated! Starting with the basics followed by little more advanced designs, you will realize that you can do anything you wish using these feathers on customers or your own quilts once you know how.
Level: Confident beginners, hand, domestic, short, mid, or longarm quilters
Class kit $18: Laminated workbook and dry erase pen
Reference: Bluhminator # 2-Formal Feathers workbook published in 2008, Charming Formal Feathers DVD
Supplies list: (bring with you to class) Note pad with no lines or grid and soft pencil
Class fee: $50. Kit fee: $18. (kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 10 am -10:30 am
Plantation Quilts: Bits & Pieces
Presented on the Demonstration Stage - No Fee
Presented by Teresa Kemp & Mildred Washington
Teresa Kemp and Mildred Washington will speak about the Underground Railroad Quilt Code Traveling Museum, formerly located in Underground Atlanta.
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 10:15am-12:15pm
Fan-tastic Fan Sampler
Instructor: Marilyn Doheny, Doheny Publications
Class #126
Students will be introduced to using the creative tool called the 9 Degree Circle Wedge Ruler and shown how to make over 20 different fans – just by sewing strips together and moving the tool into different positions to create dynamic effects. Marilyn will then show infinite ways to use the fans to make both traditional and contemporary quilts featuring corner fans, half circles, full circles, infinity figure eight medallions and–believe it or not–amazing garden elements including flowers, butterflies, dragon flies, and even snails!
All of the actual sewing is "silly simple" and most of the fan designs have no seams to match. Arrive with a camera–you will be inspired, motivated, and captivated with what is presented. Class fee: $20.
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 10:15am-12:15pm
Take The Stress Out of Seamstress
Instructor: Judy Kessinger, Fit Nice
Class #129
Take the stress out and put the excitement back in. You will see creative touches such as machine and serger embellishments, embroidery designs, and fun with machine needles. Easy to use notions and all the tricks of gluing! You won't believe how this way of sewing will simplify your life. Two patterns – an entire wardrobe! Don't have time to sew – you will now! Class fee: $20.
 Thursday, June 28, 2012, 10:15am-12:15pm
Saturday, June 30, 2012, 11:30am-1:30pm
Zip it Up! Couture Du Jour Zipper Necklace
Instructor: Barbara Crawford, Crawford Designs
Class #132
Hands-on workshop - BRING SUPPLIES LISTED BELOW
Fashion meets Up-cycling! This incredible piece of art hangs around your neck, and makes such a fashion statement! It is part of the Sewing Made Simple Fashion Zip it up necklace line. Coils for the chain make the necklaces adjustable in length and metal teeth for that "wow" factor. You will have people stop you to look at it. Each necklace is individual and unique. They make unique gift items too! Kit fee $25 includes everything including thread and needles.
Students should bring, pins and scissors. If you have some older piece of jewelry you want to add on, please bring it.
Class fee: $20. Kit fee: $25. (kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 11 am – 11:30 am
KSC – Knit, Stitch or Crochet on Fleece, Flannel & More
Presented by: Pattie Otto, Great Copy Patterns
Presented on the Demonstration Stage - No Fee
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 12:30pm-3:30pm
Formal Feathers II – More Advanced Techinques
Instructor: Irena Bluhm, Irena Bluhm Designs
Class #135
 3 hour hands-on drawing/design - BRING SUPPLIES LISTED BELOW
You will learn how to create those charming, unique looking plumes of feathers and feather swags, how to fill any shape and form with these beautiful feathers. From more advanced through a little more complex design, you will get a clear understanding that there are endless design possibilities using these charming feathers. There are just a few very simple tricks which make them look very impressive. After this class you should gain enough confidence with stitching these feathers.
Level: Confident beginners, hand, domestic, short, mid, or longarm quilters
Class kit $18: Laminated workbook and dry erase pen
Reference: Bluhminator # 2-Formal Feathers workbook published in 2008, Formal Feathers in the Box DVD
Supplies list: (bring with you to class) Note pad with no lines or grid and soft pencil.
Class fee: $50. Kit fee: $18. (kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 12:45pm-1:45pm
Saturday, June 30, 2012, 10:15am-11:15am
Sew smart-ER
Instructor: Pamela Folberth, Sew-Ezy
Class #138
Do you want your sewing to look the very best, to look as if the best designer has created it? Join us to refine your sewing skills as we share the nuts and bolts to the trade secrets, from smartly sewn zippers, perfect pattern cutting to understanding the reason behind why there are so many different types of sewing machine needles. It's all in the "short-cuts"! It is time to take you're sewing to the next level no matter what that level is. Simply said "learn how to sew-smart-ER". Don't waste your time anymore it is all about the tip's, tricks and we even a little trivia to share.
Class fee: $10
 Thursday, June 28, 2012, 12:45pm-1:45pm
Building Kaleidoscopes
Instructor: Linda McGehee, Ghee's
Class #141
As a child, it was fun to play with kaleidoscopes and watch the different designs evolve. A twist of the wrist and the design was gone forever! Today, it is easy to create kaleidoscopes with your own photography. By using different template shapes, you'll marvel at the works of art that can be created to print on fabric on fabric or paper. Use the kaleidoscope as a base for further thread embellishment, build a project with the kaleidoscope as a focal point or piece it into a block for a quilted project. This could be another creative addiction. Class fee: $10
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 12:45pm-1:45pm
Old is New Again
Instructor: Barb Callahan, Barb Originals
Class #144
Barb has given new meaning to the word recycle. Her creativity peeks in this new are work. See her Dream Coats, dresses, jackets and much more to excite you about renewing and reusing.
Class fee: $10
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 12:45pm-3:45pm
Beginner Crochet Class
Three-hour hands-on workshop
Instructor: Cathy Robbins, Robbins Nest Originals (Southwest Ohio Crochet Guild)
Class #147
Expand your creativity as you learn to crochet a fashionable scarf. You will learn how to read a basic crochet pattern, how to hold the hook and yarn, and how to make basic stitches (chain, single crochet, double crochet). Cost for Supply Kit includes yarn, hook and pattern.
Class fee: $35. Kit fee: $10 (kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 12:45pm-3:45pm
Slumber Party, Mom & Me Class
3 Hour Hands on workshop using sewing machines. Class limit 20. Remember to bring basic sewing supplies.
Instructor: Nancy Wiggins, Seams Sew Easy Quilt Shop
Class #150
Moms bring your child and make a pillowcase and tote to take to your next slumber party.
Class fee: $35. Kit fee $25 (kit fee paid to instructor at beginning of class)
Thursday June 28, 2012, 1 pm-1:30 pm
Embroidery Showcase
Presented on the Demonstration Stage - No Fee
Presented by Cindy Losekamp, Sew Artfully Yours
Join Cindy for this exciting trunk show and idea packed seminar. Nobody does embroidery like she does! You'll see all the newest jackets, silk screened embroidery, her new Hoop to Piece garments and home dec items, Stuffed Embroidery and more! You'll see the latest patterns and designs and get hooping ideas for proper stabilizing too. You'll leave with your head spinning with ideas and your creative juices surging!
Thursday June 28, 2012, 2 pm-2:30 pm
Zippers Art Haute
Presented on the Demonstration Stage - No Fee
Presented by Linda McGehee, Ghee's
Featured by designers in their current ready-to-wear, accessories and jewelry, the utilitarian zipper is this season's darling. Fashion stunning necklaces and other jewelry with zippers. This fun and easy class doesn't require any special sewing skills. You can complete fabulous accessories for your wardrobe in short time. Bring your imagination and I'll show a few tricks with zippers.
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 2pm-3pm
Stuffed Embroidery
Instructor: Cindy Losekamp, Sew Artfully Yours
Class #153
Cindy has developed a different kind of applique embroidery that gives an amazing dimensional quality unlike any you've seen. You will use yarns, wool felts, fiber, roving…all the cool stuff you've bought but haven't gotten around to using. Since developing this technique, she has created new collections of simple and quick designs so you can be Über-creative in just a moment of time. These sew so quick you won't believe it. Add these to your other collections and do embroideries along with the new "Stuffed Embroidery" for unique creations. Join us and see what the "Stuffs" about!
Class fee: $10
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 2pm - 3pm
The Jean
Instructor: Peggy Sagers, Silhouette Patterns
Class #156
Fitting the jean is only half the fun….come learn all the tricks for pockets that will make you look 10 lbs lighter, slim legs, and how to get rid of the junk under your trunk in the back. The fly front will be shown…this is the best factory method out there and you will just love it…all the great details of stitching jeans will be included and Peggy will show you how to make sure they fit really great!!! Class fee: $10
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 2pm-3pm
OMG! How'd They Do That?
Instructor: Barbara Crawford, Crawford Designs
Class #159
Have you ever seen a fabric technique and said to yourself , how'd they do that? Or, I wish I knew how to make that! Well now is your chance. This "how to" techniques seminar will guide you through, rusching and texturizing smooth silk without needles and thread, taking a plain fabric and creating your own printed design and even adding in another color all in one shot, texture magic all kinds of fabrics, tailoring clothing with it, how it works and end results. Nuno felting chiffon silk with bubble wrap, and anything else we can throw into the mix! Class fee: $10
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 3 pm-4 pm
Cincinnati's Got Talent: Heartstrings Apron Contest
Presented on the Demonstration Stage - No Fee
Let's show Cincinnati off with style and talent. Lights, action ...FUN! Create memories that are PRICELESS and you could win BIG! Imagine you and the child sewing on new machines ...another priceless memory! The entries in this fashion show are the ones submitted for competition in the Make It – Model It – Be Creative Apron Contest co-sponsored by Sew Ezy Sewing Center, Janome America and The Original Creative Festival.
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 3:15pm-4:15pm
It's Yappy Hour
Instructor: Pam Damour, The Decorating Diva
Class #162
Americans spent 4.3 billion dollars on their pets last year; doubling the amount they spent the previous year. Pet boutiques sell pet vests, jackets, collars, harnesses, beds, and other accessories for big bucks. They take very little fabric and are so much fun to make. Learn how to create these practical and fashionable accessories for your favorite four legged friends, learn about pet clothing software, and see a pet fashion show. Doesn't your pet deserve to know what the best dressed are wearing this year? Class fee: $10
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REMEMBER TO BRING
BASIC SEWING SUPPLIES
IF YOU SIGN-UP FOR
WORKSHOPS OR
HANDS-ON CLASSES
You will need to bring the following supplies if you are taking any hands-on
classes: sharp sewing
shears, rotary cutter,
cutting mat, straight pins,
marking tool, ruler, tape
measure, #2 pencils and
notepad.
Sewing machines are
provided in the classroom.
Students should check
class descriptions for
additional items needed.
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