Fundamentals of Raw Clothing Constructions and Life Skills Workshop Series

During our 6-part workshop make-n-take series participants will discover…

✓ fundamentals of clothing design, pattern making and construction through the use of instructional and hands-on methods.

✓ how to use color, cut and textile to fashion our bodies and craft with intention

✓ basic concepts behind wholistic dress, its benefits, and how to apply it in your personal life.

✓ how to become Earth Stewards and play an active part in saving our planet thru the education and application of the 3 R’s (recycle, repurpose, reuse).

From our ‘Energetic Power of Color’ and ‘Heart Based Biz Basics’ workshops, to our ‘Design Your Own Unique Tee-Bag’ and ‘Basic Fix-It Clinic Stitches ‘ make-n-takes, combining creativity with sustainability and self-sufficiency concepts offers an engaging way to cultivate a slow fashion mindset in a fast-fashion world.

Materials: Basic materials provided. Donated materials welcomed.

Class size: 5min-12 max per workshop session

Age : 11+

Workshop Time: 90 total/45min instructional

Duration: 6 sessions (Tues 4/22-Tue 5/27 @6pm)

Standard Rates: $250 full series / $50 per session (special rate: $225 full series / $35 per session) If you are interested in paying in person or need our sliding scale rates please email us at [email protected]

Facilitator Bio: A global fashion designer, seamstress, and wholistic adornment coach, Netfah Amina~Afia holds a degree in Family & Consumer Science from Rowan University and her C.H.H.C certification from the International Board of African Thinkers, Traditional Priests, Healers and Religion Inc. A long-time advocate on behalf of the slow-fashion movement and a consummate student despite over 30 years in the fashion/textile industry, Netfah infuses traditional and new-age insights into her sought after experiential classes. Her series of adornment and FRCC workshops are designed to offer transformational tools and fundamental life skills that will equip individuals for a lifetime.

Parking:

• The Highland avenue parking lot behind Dunkin is available for parking as well as parking along the street.

• Inclusive Design: Our first floor is designed to be inclusive and ensure accessibility for all.
• Approachable Entrance: Our entrance is approachable to all who enter, providing ease of access for everyone.
• Accessible Restroom: We offer an accessible gender-neutral bathroom for the convenience of all visitors.
• Wide Hallways: Our hallway is wide enough to accommodate wheelchair users, ensuring smooth and easy navigation.

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