Fashion Forward brings international flair to third annual show The worlds of entertainment and international flair come to Portland Saturday, May 11. That day, Portland Sewing brings together eight emerging designers with two local stars at its third annual Fashion Forward Show. The show takes place at White Horse Studios, 3747 NE [...]
Fade to Light 2013 fashion show recap
March 7, 2013 by ·
StudioSKB’s white lace dress rated #1 on Portland Monthly’s favorite things about last Wednesday’s Fade to Light show. Sharon Blair, designer for StudioSKB, was one of 8 designers showing their Autumn/Winter 2013 lines in the midst of an artistic venue. Sharon’s inspiration for the A/W 2013 line: Edie Sedgwick, star of Andy Warhol movies in [...]
Getting ready for the Fade to Light show
February 25, 2013 by ·
We’re getting ready for the Fade to Light show Wednesday, Feb 27, Crystal Ballroom at 13th & E Burnside. StudioSKB will show 12 looks inspired by the transition in fashion during the 1960s. These Autumn/Winter 2013 tyles will move from those epitomized by Pauline Trigere to those worn by Edie Sedgwick, star of Andy Warhol’s Factory. And, [...]
Basics of working with a sewing contractor
February 8, 2013 by ·
Most independent designers start off by sewing all their garments. But sooner or later, you’ll find there aren’t enough hours in the day. That’s when you start looking for someone to sew for you. Once you decide to go for professionals, there are a few things you should know. – The good ones are always [...]
Top six trends for 2013 and beyond
January 13, 2013 by ·
Recent trips to the apparel, textile and trend shows in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and New York kick-started thoughts on what will be the big trends for this decade. In fact, we’re in the early stages of some of these trends already. As you are shopping, viewing ads or starting your own apparel line, watch [...]
New Year Fabric Sale!
January 4, 2013 by ·
30-50% off all fabric; 20% off notions We’re starting the New Year right with these special deals. Look for fabrics from local and national designers: – Silks and wools from Janeane Marie, Carolyn Hart and Pendleton. Normally $12.88/yard. On sale for $6.44-$8.50/yard – Knits from Clair Vintage, Tiffany Bean, Pickering, Aster Park and Anna [...]
2013 Textile Show Calendar Set
December 14, 2012 by ·
If you have a clothing line and are ready to order fabric, trims and notions in larger quantities, then you are ready to attend a textile show. You’ll need some things to register, including two or more of the following: – Business card – Federal employer or tax identification number, also called an EIN or [...]
The facts about knitting machines
December 9, 2012 by ·
Q — I’m interested in buying a [knitting] machine so I can explore more knit ideas at home. I was wondering if you could give me some recommendations on machines to look and possibly where to look as well. – Amy A — One machine that I recommend is the ones we use in class, the [...]
SALE-SEWING TIPS-PARIS-NEW KNITS CLASS
December 2, 2012 by ·
Still room in Screenprinting Surface Design. Learn to screen print on fabric. Learn the basic steps to design and hand screen print. Create your screen the first week. Print the second week and take your design home. Saturdays Dec 8 & 15, 10 am-1 pm New Sewing Knits class By popular demand, we’ve set a [...]
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