kathy ruddy is an international sewing celebrity, educator, pattern designer, serger and fitting expert. Active in the sewing industry since 1962, Kathy is the star of 10 serger and sewing videos, author of 12 serger and sewing booklets and her new books on CD with audio called 3 ways to Learn CDs. Her specialty is Comfortable Clothes That Camouflage and Kathy shows how to sew and serge fast and easy without sacrificing quality, fit or fashion details. Her fresh, fun classes are brimming with surprises and ideas. www.kathyruddy.com
Right Pattern! Right Fabric! Right Fit! Learn how to pick patterns and fabrics that make fitting and sewing easier. Plus, tricks to help the fabric move over the uneven parts of your body and camouflage figure irregularities and see Kathy’s version of ‘Pajama Jeans’. Watch Kathy, as she models her wardrobe and shows you clothes that make you look good and feel good. Learn about techniques and tools to make your creative process fun and successful!
Fashion Arts Stage – Fri 10:30 & Sat 9:30
Jackets: Shortcuts to Classic Tailoring A well-shaped jacket using the proper interfacing or underlining can make droopy shoulders look more square, and oversized arms, bust and hips look smaller. Learn shortcuts for notched collars, interfacing, underlining, shoulder shaping, sleeve installation, lining and hemming.
Ontario Room – Fri 12:30
The 30 Minute or 3 Hour Pant Discover the options, then sew what you want! See pants of all styles, from a 30 minute ‘diet’ pant with elastic waist and fused hemline to a 3 hour tailored pant with a flattering shape and details. We’ll talk fitting changes for seat, tummy and waistline; design changes for flattering leg styles; construction skills for waistlines and pocket options. You’ll leave with the knowledge and confidence to make your own collection of pants in 30 minutes or 3 hours exactly as you wish!
Ontario Room – Fri 2:30
Speed Sewing When speed is important, Kathy has the techniques for you! Learn how she uses her favourite sewing tools, elastics and interfacing for good results, even on the very first try. Beginners and experienced pros will appreciate her original time saving techniques, perfect to use with all of your creative ventures. Ontario Room – Sat 11:30
Serger 911 A must session for ALL serger owners or prospective serger owners. Find out how the serger operates from the inside out. Learn about burrs; how width is used to improve stitches; and how to create a perfect balanced-tension control strip to use for each new fabric and thread. Learn a sequential tension formula that works on any serger model and all thread types and five-minute serger pocket that can be added to any pattern. If you have a serger and barely use it or want to use it with greater proficiency, this class is for you! Ontario Room – Fri 5:30, Sat 1:30