Beginning Ribbon Trim with D. L. Popplewell

Ribbon and fabric trims were used extensively during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. In this class, you will learn several different patterns. Samples of them will be available to see before and during class. Everyone will vote on the ones they want to learn, and the votes will determine which ones are taught. Additional variations will be discussed, as well as sources for ribbons and more ribbon patterns.

CLASS FEE: $48 + $15 kit fee

PREREQUISITES: Students should have basic sewing skills.

KIT: Instructor brings ribbons, gauge, cardboard ribbon ruler, ten of her favorite silk pins, printed instructions, and sources for ribbons and patterns.

TOOS/MATERIALS TO BRING: A basic sewing kit including: needles, thread, thread-cutting scissors, and sewing pins. Bring three different colored permanent ink, a disappearing ink pen, writing pens, a straight edge 6" ruler, and pen and paper for notes. Optional: A magnification device.