Classes are filling up fast for the January through June, 2012 schedule. Looks like everything will fill quickly so get your deposits in to get the classes you want. In order to be fully registered for a class, students need to pay a 50% deposit. You can pay through the website using PayPal (www.apparel-arts.com) or bring a payment to your next class. Just putting your name on the class list is not enough. Whomever gets their deposit in gets the spot.
We will be taking over our new space across the hall on December 15 and hope to have it ready by January 1. That space is 825 square feet and will be used for lecture classes and will house the office as well.
SFMade Orientation
Aurore Thibout is a French artist and fashion designer. Born in Paris in 1979, Aurore graduated from the Ecole Supérieure des Arts Appliqués Duperré in Fashion Design, and from the Ecole Nationale des Arts Décoratifs .
Aurore’s work explores the possibility of capturing ephemeral memories and fleeting moments. Her work was first shown at the Felt Museum of Mouzon (France) in 2002. In 2006, she won the Public Grand Prix Award with her Memory collection at The 21st Hyeres International Fashion Festival.
Aurore’s work has recently been featured at the Athens Atopos Museum, La Cité internationale de la Dentelle in Calais, and the Drexel University in Philadelphia, among others. In 2010 Aurore was awarded a one-year residency in Les Ateliers de Paris, where she developed her work in her studio in the heart of Paris – Bastille.
For more information about Aurore…
For more information about The Workshop Residence…
How to Manufacture Locally,
Nov 29th
If you are planning to produce clothing, accessories, food or building/furniture products, this session is for you! In an interactive and supportive environment, you’ll learn how to set-up and manage your own manufacturing operation or use contract manufacturers.We will cover key considerations including:•Assessing your needs and what makes the most sense for your particular business• Information and referrals to local factories and manufacturing resources• Acquiring facilities and where to look• Zoning and Permitting Issues•Obtaining financing• Addressing legal issues and documentation requirements• Overcoming specific roadblocks and challenges• Making valuable connections with your local manufacturing community
Presenters: Kate Sofis, Executive Director, SFMade, and Janet Lees, Director of Programs and Communications, SFMade
When: Nov 29th, 6-8 pm
Where: The techshop
That is it for now. Have a great Thanksgiving!
Suzy Furrer,
Director