Description:
In this class students will learn how to make wire-frame costume pieces using buckram. Buckram is a very stiff fabric that has been starched; when you sew wire to the edges of it you can make many strong yet flexible shapes. It's traditionally used for hats (imagine a very wide-brimmed or stovepipe hat), but can also serve for wings, epaulets, costume ties, torpedo breastpieces, or other stiff, relatively flat forms.
Come with your hat or other costume piece ideas! I will teach you the basic techniques to build a sturdy, stable costume accessory.
Class Goals:
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Students will learn how to make a pattern for and complete a hat or other costuming project. I will instruct students how to sew wire to the edges of the buckram by hand or machine and then how to cover their project with the fabric of their choice, and decorate it as they wish with feathers, ribbon, beads etc.
Prerequisites:
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Some sewing skills would be helpful. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm!
Materials:
Students should bring good fabric scissors, sketchbook, some pins, measuring tape and a ruler. As the class progresses, students will find fabric of their choice and matching thread. The instructor will provide buckram, millinery wire, pattern paper, and glue. A materials fee of $20, payable to the instructor on the first day of class, will be charged.
