and evening wear garments from The Museum at
FIT’s collections. Become familiar, via demonstration in
FIT’s QR Center, with the most suitable production techniques
to achieve your product goals. Discussion includes trim applications
such as lace, embroideries, and more.
Instructor: Jaye Edelstein, adjunct assistant professor, Fashion
Design, FIT, designer.
6:00-9:00 pm, Boardroom, C Building 9
th Floor, $125
includes materials.
*Can be adapted to PTS.
How to Write Garment Specs That Really Count* 6849 top
SX 046A: Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18
Upgrade the quality and consistency of your samples and production
by improving your ability to write comprehensive, accurate specifications.
No matter whether you are sourcing abroad or at home, this hands-on
workshop covers how to measure and set up a spec sheet to communicate
in any market, at any price point. Review the techniques necessary
to analyze the particular specs for cut-and-sew knits, sweater
knits, and wovens. Program includes how to change specifications
of an existing garment and develop a new one.
Workshop leader: Eileen Karp, adjunct assistant professor, Fashion
Design, FIT, designer.
6:15-9:00 pm, room to be announced, $100. Bring to session a
knit (t-shirt fabric) and a woven top and bottom, tape measure,
2" x 18" clear plastic ruler, straight pins.
*Can be adapted to PTS.
Home Fashion Market top
Fashion Styling: Home Fashion Business 8246
SX 001A: Mondays, March 6, 13, 20
Get in-depth exposure to the growing world of home fashion styling,
be it opportunities in the media, entertainment, or retailing.
Program presents a close investigation of both historic and
contemporary approaches to decoration and design, and stresses
the art of visual presentation with home products. Guests from
the field give additional perspectives on the many options available
for a home styling career.
Facilitator: Chris Kraig, creative director, Troy.
6:15-8:15 pm, Room D130, $85.
Unique Offering!
The Top Ten Design Motifs of All Time 8247 top
SX 013A: Thursdays, April 27, May 4, 11, 18
Do your Roman concepts turn out Greek or you can never keep
Biedermeier and Bauhaus straight? It doesn’t matter whether
you’re in the home or apparel-related markets or the media,
being able to quickly recall and utilize the best historical
design elements correctly are professional skills. Have you
suggested Art Deco when you meant Art Nouveau? If any of these
experiences sound familiar, you’ll profit from this crash
course. Program features the most important periods of style
demonstrated through slides and discussion. Sharpen your ability
to instantly recognize historical motifs and design elements
to strengthen your design vocabulary and interpretation.
Instructor: Susan Slotkis, adjunct instructor, Interior Design,
FIT, professional designer, A.S.I.D..
6:00-9:00 pm, room to be announced, $90.
How to Style, Plan, and Merchandise Home Fashion Products
8189 top
SX 246A: Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 25, May 2
Learn how to translate your fashion apparel and accessories
skills into creative home fashion products. Whether your industry
experience is design, wholesale, or retail, the “home advantage”
could be yours by expanding into one of today’s biggest
growth markets. Program starts with the merchandising function
as it relates to a variety of home classifications and covers
the importance of timing and planning. The design process, inspiration,
color, materials, and style selection are demonstrated and sourcing
is discussed in depth. Includes information on licenses, first
samples, and the “pros and cons” of domestic and foreign
production. Learn how to market your products and receive valuable
tips on resources throughout the world.
Workshop leader: Treva Giambrone, international product designer,
with guest speakers.
6:15-9:00 pm, Room A307, $110 includes materials.
(Home related hand craft programs p. )
Marketing Communications and Photography top
Fashion Publicity and Events Planning 7838
SX 515A: Tuesdays, April 25, May 2, 9, 16
Are you a freelance specialist who could use direction about
your product or service? This hands-on workshop teaches you
to formulate your own media plans to promote your business.
Learn the correct format for writing press releases and submitting
news to the media. Make a campaign kit. Program includes tips
on how to direct the promotional needs for special events you
are coordinating for clients.
Workshop leader: Amy Gambale, adjunct assistant professor, Advertising
and Marketing Communications, FIT.
6:00-9:00 pm, room to be announced, $95.
Fashion Styling for Photography 6867 top
SX 258A: Sundays, March 5, 12, 19
Experience the exciting field of fashion-related photographic
styling, including on- and off-figure, table top, beauty, and
still life vignettes. Let an expert teach you how to create
the perfect "look" using the right resources, cast,
and props. Through an actual shooting assignment, learn the
planning and production of a photo session and how to work with
a crew.
Workshop leader: Timothy Reukauf, professional stylist.
10:00 am-4:00 pm, Room to be announced, $140. Separate $20 lab/
materials fee payable at first session (check or money order).
Class limited to 12.
Introduction to Fashion Photography* 7155 top
SX 032A: Sundays, March 26, April 2, 9
Let industry professionals teach you the basics of fashion photography.
By the second session, you spend the entire day participating
in an actual photo shoot with live models. Program provides
tips on selecting and working with support staff and equipment,
followed by a critique and professional portfolio development
class. Includes discussions about the demands of the U.S. and
European markets. Excellent for stylists and photographers who
are looking to broaden their freelance options.
Workshop leader: Didier Dorot, adjunct instructor, professional
photographer.
9:30 am-4:00 pm, room to be announced, $150. Separate $20 lab/materials
fee payable at first session (check or money order). Attendees
must bring their own cameras to all sessions.
Computer Training* top
Hands-on CAD workshops are taught on Pentium PCs by industry
professionals and are held in our state of the art street level
lab, conveniently in Building D, on the corner of 27th
and 7th.
*Does your company need computer-aided design training? Call
212. 217. 7715 for CAD training options.
NEW PROGRAM
CAD Basics: Getting Started Section A: 8248 Section
B:8249 top
SX 224: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, March 6, 7, 8,
9 or Mondays and Tuesdays March 20, 21, 27, 28
Don’t be left behind professionally, learn to use computers
as a creative design tool. Get started by using the popular
Colour Matters CM32 software package. Experience how easy it
is to do sketches, illustrations, textile prints and patterns
on a computer. Program includes computer color principles, fabric
design repeats and how to prepare for production and presentations.
Marry your creativity to the computer and you’ll improve
your design skills and chances for job advancement (Prerequisites:
SX 123, SX 203 or basic computer skills).
Instructors: Holly Henderson, adjunct assistant professor, Textile/
Surface Design Dept., FIT, designer and CAD authority.
Select One: Section A starts 3/6, 9:00am-12:00pm; Section B
starts 3/20, 6:00pm-9:00pm, Room D130J, $195.
NEW PROGRAM
CAD for the Product Developer Section A: 07408 Section
B:07409 top
SX 024: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, April 24, 25,
26, 27 or Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 4, 6, 11, 13
Learn to use Karat CAD Designer software for technical sketching
and throw away your mountains of paper forever! Program emphasizes
silhouette development and fashion detail through this vector-
based sketch software package with unique apparel and accessories
specific features. You’ll draw faster and your technical
drawings will be more accurate with true proportions, stitching
and trim details. Develop a digital image library of basic silhouettes
and fashion designer details (Prerequisites: SX 224 or experienced
computer users).
Instructors: Holly Henderson, adjunct assistant professor, Textile/
Surface Design Dept., FIT, designer and CAD authority.
Select One: Section A starts 4/24, 9:30am-2:30pm; Section B
starts 4/4, 6:00pm-9:00pm, Room D130J, $195.
Computers Made Easy as 1-2-3 Section A: 6667 Section
B:6668 top
SX 211: Monday and Tuesday, February 28 and 29 or Saturday,
April 8
Is the computer age and the fear of technology stalling your
professional advancement? This ideal course will enable you
to conquer your technology phobias and prepare you to use a
computer. See how PCs work piece by piece, byte by byte. Learn
the meaning of all that “technobabble” in simple English
and become knowledgeable about hardware functions, data flow
systems, and software package options. Work hands on in a no-pressure
environment offering a taste of word processing, spreadsheets,
and presentation graphics. Highly recommended for non-users
before intensive computer training.
Workshop leader: Alton Brown, microcomputer support specialist,
FIT.
Select one: Section A, starts 2/28, 6:00-9:00 pm, or Section
B, 4/8, 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Room D130J, $100.
NUEVO!
Computadoras Faciles Como 1-2-3 7842 top
SX211C: Tuesday and Wednesday, March 14 and 15
Spanish language version of Computers Made Easy as 1-2-3
Workshop leader: Gil Serrano, computer technician, FIT
6:00-9:00 pm, Room D130J, $100.
Microsoft Office Weekend Blitz Section A: 7843 Section B:07411 top
SX 225: Saturday and Sunday, February 26, 27 or May 6, 7
Learn the basics of Microsoft’s dynamic Office package
in record time. Start off at the first session by learning the
fundamentals of word processing with Word and progress to Excel
where you set up budgets and spreadsheets, and make projections.
Next, learn to use Access, Microsoft’s database that keeps
track of important dates and people in your life. Finally, you’ll
pull all the elements together in a dynamic presentation using
Powerpoint. Highly recommended for novice users. Excellent preparation
for additional Microsoft Office related programs. (Prerequisite:
keyboarding and mouse skills.)
Workshop leader: Chris Pondish, computer training program advisor.
Select one: Section A, starts 2/26, Section B, starts 5/6, 9:30am-4:30pm,
Room D130J, $200. Class limited to 10.
How to do Spreadsheets and Charts: Microsoft Excel 7852 top
SX 255A: Wednesdays, March 29, April 5, 12
Impressive spreadsheets and charts are easy to do yourself with
this premiere spreadsheet program. Learn how to create, save,
and retrieve a worksheet and work with ranges, movement techniques,
formatting techniques, and formula creation. Work hands-on learning
to display budgets, projections, and graph construction (Prerequisite:
SX 225 or keyboarding and mouse skills and experience in a Windows
95 or NT environment).
Workshop leader: Patrick Fitzpatrick, adjunct instructor, Manufacturing
Management, FIT, software specialist.
6:00-9:00 pm, Room D130J, $150. Class limited to 10.
Easy Database Management: Microsoft Access 7853
SX 264A: Wednesdays, April 26, May 3, 10
This course teaches you how to easily manage and confidently
store data such as mailing and account lists, inventory control,
or billing. Topics include creating and modifying databases,
sorting, designing queries that extract the exact information
you want, and generating reports (Prerequisite: SX 225 or keyboarding
and mouse skills and experience in a Windows 95 environment).
Workshop leader: Patrick Fitzpatrick, adjunct instructor, Manufacturing
Management, FIT, software specialist.
6:00-9:00 pm, Room D130J, $150.
Professional Visual Presentations: Microsoft Powerpoint
7854 top
SX 265A:Tuesdays, April 25, May 2, 9
Why spend a fortune getting visuals made to support your concept
or product pitch? Learn to create your own presentation materials
using slides, overheads and handouts via Powerpoint’s built-in
templates and wizards. Move on to creating your own designs
and color schemes using the software’s graphic element
(prerequisite: SX 225 or keyboarding and mouse skills and experience
in a Windows 95 or NT environment).
Workshop leader: Patrick Fitzpatrick, adjunct instructor, Manufacturing
Management, FIT, software specialist.
6:00-9:00 pm, Room D130J, $150.
Introduction to Macintosh Section A: 6854
Section B: 6855 top
SX 203: Sundays, February 27 or April 16
Learn the basics of Macintosh hardware and software in this
program especially designed to give computer novices hands-on
experience. Get acquainted with the mouse, menus, and Windows,
and learn how the Macintosh is used when working with text and
graphics. Program also provides an opportunity to practice what
you've learned at your own pace in a supervised, hands-on environment.
Recommended for individuals with little computer experience
or those planning to take SX 071, SX 205, SX 231, or SX 042.
Workshop leader: Terry Hudson, technologist, Computer Aided
Design and Communications facility, FIT.
Select one: Session A, 2/27, Session B, 4/9, 10:00 am-4:00 pm,
Room C302, $115.
Unique Offering
Internet Research Guide 2000 Section A:7839 Section B: 7840 top
SX 226: Tuesday, March 7 or Thursday, May 11
Have you ever found yourself lost in space when you need to
come up with serious information from the Web in a hurry? This
hands-on workshop teaches you how to navigate and access information
efficiently via the Internet. Program concentrates on search
methods designed to save time and get you what you need when
you need it. Become familiar with what to use, who to ask, and
where to look for information using the latest search engines,
such as Hotbot, Altavista, and more. Learn about listserves,
news groups like dejanews, and other specialized resources.
Highly applicable to business, academic, and personal research
needs.
Workshop leader: Terry Hudson, technologist, Computer Aided
Design and Communications facility, FIT.
Select one: Section A starts 3/7; Section B starts 5/11, 6:15-9:00
pm, Room D130J, $90.
*Class limited to 10.
Updated!
How to Market Your Product/Service on the Web 7841 top
SX 007A: Mondays, April 3, 10, 17
Why not market your own products, concepts, or services on the
Internet? This in-depth course teaches you how to create an
effective commercial Web site using readily available software
tools. Learn to create home pages, incorporate images and pictures,
animate graphics and text, and how to post your site on the
Internet. Program includes tips on finding low-cost hosting
services and search engines, as well as how to get your site
noticed among the millions of Web sites already out there. Class
is hands on in a state-of-the-art computer lab. (Basic Internet
experience required; excellent follow-up to SX 226and SX 042.)
Workshop leader: Bernard N. Kahn, adjunct assistant professor,
Manufacturing Management, FIT, project leader, Garment Industry
Development Corporation.
5:30-9:00 pm, Room D130J, $175. Class limited to 10.
(E-Commerce program p. )
Web Design with Macintosh 7873 Web Design with PCs
8250 top
SX 042A: Sundays, March 5, 12, 19 SX 042B: Saturdays, March
18, 25, April 1
What are the components of a successful Web site? This seminar
takes you through the process of Web design from the beginning
of design to launch. You learn the basics of HTML programming,
how to optimize graphics and photos for reliable color and quick
downloading, and methods of easy-to-do animation. Explore the
Web with guidance, looking for sites that work and those that
don’t. Program emphasizes developing your eye for effective
design and graphic communications in cyberspace.
Workshop leader: Eric Feinblatt, adjunct instructor, Photography
Department, FIT.
Choose one: Section A (Mac) starts 3/5, Room C232, Section B
(PC) starts 3/18, 9:30 am-4:00 pm, Room D130J, $195.
Introduction to Adobe Illustrator 6863 top
SX 231A: Sundays, March 5, 12
Adobe Illustrator is one of the most popular computer drawing
software programs with artists, package designers, and others
working in desktop publishing. Learn to set up a document, create
basic illustrations with lines and points, as well as edit your
own artwork. Program includes spacing, scaling, and rotating
graphics, and importing and auto tracing objects. Creating text
paths and aligning text to a circle are included. (Prerequisite:
SX 203 or experienced Macintosh/beginner-level Adobe Illustrator
users only.)
Workshop leader: Ben Barkoff, graphic designer.
9:00 am-5:00 pm, Room C302, $200.
Basic Adobe Photoshop 6857 top
SX 205A: Sundays, March 19, 26
This hands-on workshop teaches you how to apply Adobe Photoshop
to your photography or print media-related business. Program
introduces the functions and controls of each of the Adobe Photoshop
tools, and introduces students to layers and scanning. (Prerequisite:
SX 203 or experienced Macintosh users who want to learn the
basics of Adobe Photoshop.)
Workshop leader: Felix Ruiz, adjunct instructor, Photography,
FIT.
10:00 am-5:00 pm, Room C232, $200.
Intermediate Adobe Photoshop 6861 top
SX 227A: Sundays, April 2, 9
If you are in the photography or print media industries, this
program reviews state-of-the-art electronic photography equipment
and gives in-depth exposure to Adobe Photoshop software technology.
Workshop begins with hardware, software, and accessories orientation.
Hands-on approach concentrates on scanning an image and using
Photoshop tools to achieve best scanning results. Layer masks
and analyzing visual problems and how to solve them are also
covered. Bring to first session one image to scan and magazine
pictures or ads in which you believe some type of manipulation
was used. (Prerequisite: SX 203 or experienced Macintosh users
who currently work with Adobe Photoshop or have taken SX 205.)
Workshop leader: Felix Ruiz, adjunct instructor, Photography,
FIT.
10:00 am-5:00 pm, Room C232, $200.
Introduction to QuarkXPress 6852 top
SX 071A: Sundays, April 2, 9
Gain an introduction to basic Macintosh operating procedures
and QuarkXPress, a leading choice in graphics software in the
design, advertising, and publishing fields. Learn to create
your own mechanicals for print ads by choosing the type, and
scanning and manipulating a Grayscale image. Recommended for
desktop publishing novices. (Prerequisite: SX 203 or beginner
computer/beginner-level QuarkXPress users.)
Workshop leader: Ben Barkoff, graphic designer.
9:00 am-5:00 pm, Room C302, $200.
Learn Computer Patternmaking--Level I Section A: 6840
Section B: 6874
SX 250: Sundays, March 5, 12, 19 or April 30, May 7, 14
If you are a trained patternmaker, add computerized patternmaking
to your skills--vital to compete in today’s market. Whether
you work in women’s, men’s, or children’s wear,
this program will provide you with hands-on computer experience
applicable to your company's designs and specifications. The
basics of system management, digitizing, plotting, and pattern
development are introduced using Gerber’s Accumark System,
PDS program. This class provides individual attention and is
recommended for any computer novice.
Instructor: Laura Nugent, technologist, Patternmaking Technology,
FIT.
Select one: Section A starts 3/5, Section B starts 4/30, 10:00
am-5:00 pm, Room CC16, $225. Class limited to 10.
Computer Patternmaking--Level II 7844 top
SX 252A: Sundays, March 26, April 2, 9
Limited to students who have completed SX 250, this follow-up
program continues instruction in computerized patternmaking
using the Gerber system. Gain more advanced experience with
the Accumark functions of data management, grading, and markermaking
and progress into the patternmaking functions. Patterns are
developed and plotted out with full attention to individual
needs.
Instructor: Laura Nugent, technologist, Patternmaking Technology,
FIT.
10:00 am-5:00 pm, Room CC16, $225. Class limited to 10.
Special Museum Programs top
Girlfriend! The Barbie Sessions of David Levinthal- Panel
Discussion 07414
SX 286A:
Tuesday, February 8
Everyone knows that Barbie isn’t just a doll, she’s
your girlfriend, for real or pretend. Join Dr. Valerie Steele,
chief curator of The Museum at FIT, in a panel discussion exploring
Barbie’s social significance and cultural impact over the
past forty years.
Panel participants include internationally recognized photographer
David Levinthal, whose book
Barbie Millicent Rogers, An Original,
pays special tribute to America’s number one dream girl
icon and continuously popular doll. Also included is Laura Meisner,
the stylist who assisted him on his “Barbie Sessions”
and Patrick McGovern, owner of the historic collection which
was photographed. Not only will Barbie be discussed but you
will find out the “behind the scenes” story of this
project, currently featured in the exhibition
“Girlfriend:
The Barbie Sessions of David Levinthal”, at The Museum
at FIT, on view February 1 through April 15, 2000.
6:00 pm-7:00 pm, Katie Murphy Amphitheater, Building D, NW corner
of 7
th Avenue and 27
th Street, $10.
Moderator: Valerie Steele, chief curator, The Museum at FIT
and essay author,
Barbie Millicent Rogers, An Original.
The Corset: Fashioning the Body 07415 top
Panel Discussion
SX 286B: Tuesday, March 7
Do you regard corsets as sensual or sadistic? Whether sexy or
controversial, the corset is perceived as both an icon of erotic
femininity and an instrument of women’s oppression. This
panel discussion will address the past social, psychological
and health-related influences of the corset and it’s present
revival as “body shapers” in today’s fashion.
Held in conjunction with
The Corset, a major exhibition
at the Museum at FIT, the panel will be moderated by Dr. Valerie
Steele, curator of the exhibition, featuring Alden O’Brien,
Daughters of the American Revolution, Dr. Lynne Kutsche, Dean
Sonnenberg, corsetier and Josie Natori, lingerie designer and
exhibition sponsor.
“The Corset: Fashioning the Body” is on view at The
Museum at FIT from January 25 through April 22, 2000.
Moderator: Valerie Steele, chief curator, The Museum at FIT.
6:00 pm-7:00 pm, $10.
2000 & You top
New Program!
In the News: Eight Great Decisions 8190
SX 009A: Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 27
No time to read the news? Fuzzy on the issues? With today’s
global village marketplace, understanding what’s happening
politically, socially, and environmentally is critical for success.
Whether you are looking to improve your business savvy or your
understanding of world events, this special lecture series,
offered in conjunction with FIT’s Liberal Arts Division,
will introduce you to the eight most important Foreign Policy
Association decisions of 1999. Participate in conversations
on the worldwide affects of the Information Age, impact of the
International Monetary Fund and consequences of the current
Japanese economy.
Go on to discuss trends in nuclear weapon distribution, the
future of U.S.- Iranian relations and how large NATO should
be. Examine the balance of democratic free enterprise with authoritarian
government policies in Latin America and take a fresh look at
the U.S.A.’s role in the U.N. Each provocative session
includes an impartial objective lecture and provocative “thinklab”
discussions.
Come away invigorated and informed about current international
affairs.
Facilitator: David Shields, adjunct professor, Social Science,
FIT.
6:15-8:15 pm, Room D130, $75.
Fine-Tune Your Career and Re-Package Your Resume 8251 top
SX 014A: Saturdays, March 4,11
This intensive career transition workshop provides you with
a comprehensive formula to transform your career. Program includes
strategic career planning, job search skills, network building,
and salary negotiation. Attendees participate in mock interviews
and you spend time formulating a professionally designed résumé
and cover letter in assisted computer sessions. Go home with
a strategic self- marketing plan and materials on disk that
you can easily keep updated. The next time you see an opportunity
to make a career move, you’ll be ready with the right approach
on paper and in person.
Workshop leader: Michelle Turner, president, Careers On Site,
with Alton Brown, microcomputer support specialist, FIT.
10:00 am-4:00 pm, room D130, $150. Class
Is Owning Your Own Business for You? 6661 top
SX 055A: Thursday, April 6
If you are tempted to start your own business but haven't made
the commitment, this is the evening that could change your future.
If you have already decided but need direction, this one evening
will get you going. Lecture covers how to analyze your strengths
and weaknesses, explains personal and financial commitments,
and provides the basics necessary to formulate a business and
action plan.
Workshop leader: Charles Wilson, adjunct assistant professor,
The Small Business Center at FIT.
6:15-8:30 pm, A building, 8th floor alcove, $45.
FIT EXCLUSIVE!
Ten Steps to Achieving CEO Style in Men’s Dressing
07418 top
SX 015A: Wednesdays, April 26, May 3
Ever notice how the guys at the top always look great? This
comes down to something any man can acquire and capitalize on:
a sense of personal style. While it may be true that clothes
do not make the man, it is true that they often make the better
jobs obtainable. Our visiting expert gives ten steps from shirt
collars to shoelaces including a multitude of tips on personalized
dressing, plus when to spend and when to save. How and where
to shop for the best quality and value are stressed, as well
as what is acceptable for career and what is best left at home.
Special attention is given to the differences between a great
corporate casual look and just looking casual. Highly recommended
for members of the menswear industry, men who want to improve
their images, or women who shop for the men in their lives.
Workshop leader: John M. Vizzone, vice president, Men’s
Apparel, Purple Label and Tailored Clothing, Polo Ralph Lauren.
6:15-8:45 pm, Room A802, $60.
Decorative and Wearable Arts top
Create and Sell Your Own Stationary Line 8252
SX 295A: Saturdays, March 18, 25, April 1
Learn how to create your very own line of stationary items to
sell to consumers and retailers. Working with a variety of papers,
make note pads, stationary, cards, frames, plus more. Workshop
includes design directions for a unique look, assembly and step-by-step
guidance on product marketing. Recommended for designers and
artists who are interested in earning extra income or artisans
looking to expand into new handcrafted product classifications.
Workshop leader: Freda L. Thomas, president, FLT Designs, a
greeting card company.
9:30 am-1:00 pm, Room C318, $70,includes paper for first assignment.
Bring one pair of scissors, rubber cement, box of facial tissues
(some additional supplies and papers must be purchased for second
session).
NEW PROGRAM!
Retro Deco: Intro. to Decorative Stained Glass 8253 top
SX 065A: Saturdays, March 18, 25, April 1, 8
If you are captivated looking at vintage stained glass decorator
pieces, you’ll be even more captivated creating with stained
glass. This specially formatted program makes getting started
super easy. Be guided, step-by-step, in creating two simple,
yet lovely projects- a sun catcher and a gift item. Work your
way up progressively to a more challenging lampshade. At the
first class meeting we supply you with professional-level tools,
materials and first project so you can begin working immediately.
Once you start progressing in this medium you’ll want to
continue on your own long after the course ends.
Instructor: Ruby Baum, professional artisan.
10:00am-2:00pm, room to be announced, $90. Separate $95 tools
and materials fee payable to instructor at first session.
Bring one 12" ruler and a felt tip pen (limited amount
of glass must be purchased for projects 2 and 3).
RED HOT TOPIC!
Knitting for Pleasure Section A: 7153 Section B: 7879
SX 209: Thursdays, February 24, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 or April
6, 13, 27, May 4, 11, 18
Learn to make hand-knit designer inspired sweaters from start
to finish. Workshop teaches you to write your own instructions
and to measure and convert properly. Assembly and blocking are
demonstrated. Recommended for people with a basic knitting skill
who are interested in producing beautiful sweaters at a fraction
of the normal cost. Advanced instruction available for more
challenging designs and stitches for experienced knitters.
Instructor: Arnetta Kenney, adjunct instructor, Textile/Surface
Design, FIT, boutique knitwear designer, and manufacturer.
Select one: Section A starts 2/24, Section B starts 4/6, 6:15-8:30
pm, Room CC26, $86. Optional materials fee varies to $40. Class
limited to 16.
Floral Ribbon Trim for Accessories 7887 top
SX 420A: Saturdays, February 26, March 4
Learn to make couture floral ribbon bouquets to decorate either
home or fashion accessory products such as hats, bags, and pillows.
Workshop includes how to create basic leaves, rosettes, petal
flowers, buds, and stems. Work with ribbons, wire, and crinoline
to design breathtaking flowers to accent your personal wardrobe
and home, or for gift giving.
Workshop leader: Nora Navarro, adjunct assistant professor,
Accessories Design, custom bridal accessories designer.
9:30 am-4:30 pm, room to be announced, $80.
Bring #5 and #6 milliners needles, Hymark #24 thread, ball head
pins, 1/4 yard crinoline, tape measure, Fray Check or No Fray,
pencil, ribbons: flower colors (3 yds. each) 3/8", 1",
and 1_" wide, leaf colors (2 yds. each) 3/8", 1",
and 1_” wide, mix ombre, variegated, and solid colors,
wired and unwired ribbons.
Advanced Floral Ribbon Trim 7888 top
SX 421A: Saturdays, March 11, 18
Continue to develop your technique by learning variations of
the rose and basic ribbon embroidery stitches.
Workshop leader: Nora Navarro, adjunct assistant professor,
Accessories Design, custom bridal accessories designer.
9:30 am-4:30 pm, room to be announced, $80.
Bring #5 and #6 milliners needles, Hymark #24 thread, ball head
pins, 1/4 yard crinoline, tape measure, Fray Check or No Fray,
pencil, ribbons: flower colors (3 yds. each) 3/8", 1",
and 1_" wide, leaf colors (2 yds. each) 3/8", 1",
and 1_” wide, mix ombre, variegated, and solid colors,
wired and unwired ribbons.
Floral Ribbon Trim: “Master Class” 7889 top
SX 423A: Saturdays, April 1, 8, 15
Master the technique of creating beautiful ribbon flowers, including
daisies, daffodils and pansies. Create a finished composition
on a crinoline base.
Workshop leader: Nora Navarro, adjunct assistant professor,
Accessories Design, custom bridal accessories designer.
9:30 am-4:30 pm, room to be announced, $95.
Bring #5 and #6 milliners needles, Hymark #24 thread, ball head
pins, 1/4 yard crinoline, tape measure, Fray Check or No Fray,
pencil, ribbons: flower colors (3 yds. each) 3/8", 1",
and 1_" wide, leaf colors (2 yds. each) 3/8", 1",
and 1_” wide, mix ombre, variegated, and solid colors,
wired and unwired ribbons.
Special Program!
Learn to Make Rainwear Garments 7875 top
SX 474A: Monday, February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April
3, 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22
If you are an experienced professional sewer or tailor, learn
how to take coat patterns and adapt them and to make zip out
raincoats. Working hands-on in class, experiment with different
types of interfacing using water repellent and waterproof fabrics.
Program includes how to construct a zip out garment so that
it can be used for more than one season.
Instructor: Tommaso Proscia, adjunct assistant professor, Fashion
Design Department, FIT
6:00 pm-9:00 pm, room to be announced, $315.
Bauble, Bangle, Bead Stringing 6670 top
SX 274A: Saturdays, March 4, 11, 18
Learn to design your own necklaces and bracelets through the
ancient art of bead stringing. For your personal or professional
use, discover how to create beautiful jewelry or update pieces
through re-stringing techniques utilizing threads. By working
with professional tools and materials (discussed at first session),
you will produce quality pieces to add to your jewelry wardrobe.
No previous experience necessary.
Instructor: Sumako Barnes, jewelry designer.
9:30 am-1:00 pm, Room C312, $73. Optional materials fee varies
to $25. Class limited to 20.
Learn to Paint on Silk 6678 top
SX 414A: Sundays, March 5, 12
Experience the thrill of making your very own silk scarf masterpiece.
Create a personal design and be guided step-by-step through
the process of painting to complete a breathtaking accessory
or dramatic wall hanging. Course covers a wide variety of painting
and dyeing techniques that work on cotton, too. Included are
a guideline for working with dye, resource list, practice swatch,
and silk scarf.
Workshop leader: Karen Gentile, professional designer.
9:30 am-4:00 pm, Room C506/508, $95 includes silk scarf. Bring
natural bristle brushes--thin, medium, and wide--one 36"
artist stretcher frame, and a water jar to first session. (Paint
and limited supplies must be purchased for second session.)
Beginners’ Machine Knitting 6679 top
SX 460A: Sundays, March 5, 12, 19
You can learn to produce your own knit garments that look hand-knit
through introductory machine knitting. Whether or not you own
a machine, the basic techniques covered enable you to pursue
knit production. Includes all necessary materials. Attendees
start by making a sweater at their own pace and advance to additional
garments in SX 061A (Machine Knitting II).
Instructor: Marian Grealish, adjunct instructor, Fashion Design,
FIT.
9:30 am-4:30 pm, Room CC41, $177 includes materials. Class limited
to 18.
Collectible Jewelry with State-of-the-Art Bead Stringing
7154 top
SX 048A:Tuesdays, March 21, 28, April 4, 11
Imagine producing high fashion necklaces and bracelets so creative
that they leave people spellbound. You can learn to produce
elegant and professional-looking finished pieces through knotting,
weaving, and stringing using pearls, crystals, and semi-precious
stones. Program stresses the principles of style, design, and
color as well as custom fitting methods. Tricks of the trade
are revealed including where to obtain professional materials
and tools. Start by making a single strand necklace from materials
provided in the first class and progress to creating a bracelet,
torsade, and complex woven necklace (all your own designs) in
subsequent classes.
Instructor: Marian Fay Levitt, jewelry designer.
6:00pm-9:00pm, room to be announced, $75. Separate $20 materials
fee payable at first session. Bring a small white terry cloth
towel, curved cuticle scissors, one hat pin, one small non-serrated
knife, and a compact-size hand mirror. Class limited to 16.
Collectible Jewelry II 7845 top
SX 049A: Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23
Continue to develop the skills learned in SX 048 as you create
more complex designs. Learn how to attach pendants, make jeweled
tassels, and design elegant multiple weaves and graduated multi-stranded
necklaces. Principles of good design, color, and proper fit
are discussed. Recommended for attendees of SX 048 or experienced
beaded jewelry designers.
Instructor: Marian Fay Levitt, jewelry designer.
6:00-9:00 pm, room to be announced, $75. Separate $25 materials
fee payable at first session. Bring a small white hand towel,
curved cuticle scissors, one hat pin, one small non-serrated
knife, and a compact-size hand mirror. Class limited to 16.
Machine Knitting II 6663 top
SX 061A: Sundays, March 26, April 2, 9
Continue to develop machine knitting skills learned in SX 460,
using your own standard gauge tools. Program stresses sophisticated
stitches and additional garment construction on the intermediate
and advanced levels.
Instructor: Marian Grealish, adjunct instructor, Fashion Design,
FIT.
9:30 am-4:00 pm, Room CC41, $150. Optional materials fee to
$25. Class limited to 22.
Advanced Machine Knitting: The Ribber 8254 top
SX 062: Sundays, April 30, May 7, May 14
Continue to develop skills learned in SX 460 and SX 061 and
learn how to use the ribber. Learn basic rib techniques: 1x1
rib, 2x2 rib, full needle rib, ottoman roll, full cardigan,
half cardigan, etc.
Instructor: Marian Grealish, adjunct instructor, Fashion Design,
FIT.
9:30 am-4:00 pm, Room CC41, $150. Materials fee to $25. Class
limited to 20.
Design and Make Your Own Beads 6658 top
SX 005A: Saturday, April 29
If you make your own bead jewelry, why not make your own beads
to showcase the uniqueness of your pieces? Workshop features
techniques using “Sculpey” or “Fimo” polymer
clay. Begin by kneading and mixing colors with professional
guidance, then proceed to create shapes and make your own beads.
After baking, you have your own millefiori, marbleized, or geometric
patterned beads to string. Go home with a necklace completely
of your own design.
Workshop leader: Myrna Kanter, designer/owner, Accentuate.
10:00 am-4:30 pm, Room C312, $50. Separate $15 materials fee
payable at first session.
