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Wednesday, August 2, 2017

As If By Magic

We've all heard of the so called 'overnight sensation.' Those with that title would be the first to say that if years of hard work are considered overnight, then okay, but it didn't seem like overnight to them! 

And then we've also heard that it all came together, "as if by magic." Again, there's a tremendous amount of work that must take place in order for the outcome to seem "magical."

What brings about magic? Determination, dedication, and a continuing pursuit of knowledge are key components that work together to bring about a magical outcome. The Association of Sewing and Design Professionals is an organization that is devoted to offering a wealth of knowledge, and resources for anyone who desires to enhance their skills as a sewist. Each year they make all of this possible by offering exceptional classes at their conference. This year, the conference is entitled...



                                             

2017 ANNUAL EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE

ORLANDO, FLORIDA  

OCTOBER 19-22, 2017

WYNDHAM LAKE BUENA VISTA RESORT  


The registration opened July 1 to members, but as of yesterday, August 1, 2017, registration has been opened the public. Here's your opportunity to discover what the organization has to offer without making a commitment to join.  

For those who have thought about the possibility of going through the process of becoming certified as a Master Sewing and Design Professional, there are a number of classes that are designed to help you along. 
Below are the classes that are being offered at this year's conference.


Susan Widawski 
Apparel Design By Flat Pattern Method


Robin Mazzola
Social Media
Branding, Planning and Reaching Your Customers


Mary McCarthy
Be a Great Sewing Teacher


Louise Cutting
Know Your Half Measurements and How To Use Them


Carla Mathis
The Triumph of Individual Style


Dianne Frewer
No Fear of Numbers with Excel


Helen Haughey
Standards of Quality
**Chic Sheath For All Body Types 


Sarah Veblen
Being Profitable with Custom and Alteration Work
**Nuance of Bodice Fitting

The classes above marked with the double ** which are being offered by Helen Haughey and Sarah Veblen are post conference classes and each class is a day and a half long. 

You can find more information on the conference on the ASDP website HERE. On the right hand side of the page, you will see a link to the conference where you can discover more and download a registration form.

There's 1 more class that is being offered, a 2 day intensive workshop on Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop which I will be taking. Can't wait!!! 

It would be fun to see you there :)

2 comments:

  1. Wow great blog post - can I link to this from our Facebook page please.
    Margaret Fette
    VP of Communications
    ASDP

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