The DIY Fashion Fair had a few readings and workshops to offer next to some booths with fabrics, accessories, etc.
I attended readings about labeling clothing, fall/winter trends and body shape styling, where I found out I have the most wanted X (hourglass) shape.
It was hard to choose which workshops to attend, but I went with 'Textile Design' and 'Photography Styling'.
Textile Design was quite interesting and fun! Lotte Martens from 'Textile with a Concept' explained how to cut out a shape out of an eraser and then print it on a linen tote bag. Easy to do at home and even to keep the kids busy on a rainy afternoon. I would really recommend one of her workshops!
At the Photo Styling session I immediately tried out to capture my own designed bag on photo. The lighting was pretty bad, but with a VSCO touchup it turned out quite OK.
After all those creative try-outs, I strolled around to see the other booths, couldn't help myself buying some fabric again, and found the magnificent Annamarieke. She had the most impressive collection of retro patterns, all well preserved and for sale! I didn't really had the time to dig into her collection, but I will certainly pay a visit to her shop soon! She also offers workshops, sewing supplies and fabrics.
I attended readings about labeling clothing, fall/winter trends and body shape styling, where I found out I have the most wanted X (hourglass) shape.
It was hard to choose which workshops to attend, but I went with 'Textile Design' and 'Photography Styling'.
Textile Design was quite interesting and fun! Lotte Martens from 'Textile with a Concept' explained how to cut out a shape out of an eraser and then print it on a linen tote bag. Easy to do at home and even to keep the kids busy on a rainy afternoon. I would really recommend one of her workshops!
At the Photo Styling session I immediately tried out to capture my own designed bag on photo. The lighting was pretty bad, but with a VSCO touchup it turned out quite OK.
I really think this was a fun day out! I do think, though, that it was smaller than people expected it to be. I was looking for a zipper for one of my new sewing projects, but could only find booths with fabrics and ribbon. The hostesses at the entrance weren't well informed about the event and the workshops as well. But of course, this was only the first edition of the event and it will probably expand, depending on success.
This was a well organised event, well done!
This was a well organised event, well done!
