Event Details

In episode three of 101 Things I Learned in Fashion School, you will be walked through a variety of stylistic and practical embellishments that can be added to your designs. With the instruction of Lizzie and Lucy, you will practice adding zippers, buttons, pockets, patches, and more to the tote bag you made in episode one!


During the last hour of the workshop, you will add any embellishments or closures needed to your customized piece. The instructors will float around to help answer any questions!


If you'd like to bring your own machine to learn on, please reach out to education@generatorvt.com before registering!


Restrictions:

  • 16+
  • <18 will require a parent/guardian to sign a liability waiver


Materials:

  • All materials will be provided for the instructional portion of the episodes.
  • Participants will source their own materials for custom piece projects.


Check out Generator's Events Calendar to learn more about the other episodes in 101 Things I Learned in Fashion School!

Instructor

  • Lizzie Maklad

    Lizzie Maklad

    Lizzie has a love for all things fashion and sustainable consumption. She first started sewing at 8 years old and hasn’t stopped since. After spending a year at fashion tech school at SCAD she joined Generator. When not sewing Lizzie is attending the University of Vermont, majoring in Community Centered Design. During her gap year Lizzie worked at local thrift stores as their clothing inventory manager, controlling intake and output. Lizzie has experience in tailoring, garment construction, patterning, and machine repair. Lizzie is excited to share her experience and passion for clothing with others!

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  • Lucy Powell (Membership / Communication Coordinator & Instructor at Generator)

    Lucy Powell

    Membership / Communication Coordinator & Instructor at Generator

    Alongside working as Generator’s Membership & Communications Coordinator, Lucy enjoys upcycling her old clothes into wearable pieces of art! She is passionate about reducing her overall clothing waste and empowering others to learn to repair their own clothes. When not sewing, Lucy is usually reading a fantasy novel at the beach or exploring the landscape of Vermont!

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Tickets

Embellishments & Closures
Standard Price $60
Embellishments & Closures (Member Only)
Member Price $54

Venue

40 Sears Ln

Sears Lane 40
Burlington, Vermont

If you have any questions please contact Paige Hurley

Contact Organizer

6099234499

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