Events

“Fabric Row Tour Philadelphia” !

Do large fabric stores seem intimidating? Do you want to ask questions, but don’t know what to ask or who to ask? Are you wondering where to find fabric for your project and what fabric best suits your garment? How about where to find the tools to make your garment at discount prices?

Join us for our “Fabric Row Tour”

Date: Saturday, June 19, 2010

Time: 10:00 am

Place: Starbucks (meeting place)

             4th and South Street

             Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $20

Tour Guide:Crissy Phillips/ fashion designer and fashion consultant on SOJO 104.9 fm

On this tour you will learn great tools that lead and guide you in all aspects of fashion, design, general recreational sewing and more. Do not be intimidated; these stores welcome your ideas and patronage. Join us in this partnership where you come out with a full knowledge of where to source all your needs regarding sewing, designing and creating. We are here to  put the joy back into sewing! Why just stop at Wal-Mart or Jo-Ann Fabrics where only generic and common fabrics are sold. Allow us to show you the beauty of fabrics and all the potential that your garment can be. Fabrics make all the difference. 

Receive Fabric Description Sheet- (Priceless)

You will receive an alphabetic list of all fabric types and descriptions that will help you select the proper fabric for your garment.

Tour of All Fabric Stores.

Get one-on-one contact with owner or top sales personnel (It makes a difference).

Our tour guide will show you some of the hot fabrics and colors that will be used for the season.

Tour of All Trims and Notions Stores

Tutorials

Learn what fabrics are commonly used for specific articles of clothing. (E.g. what fabric is most commonly used for wedding gowns?)

Learn how to approach sales personnel and owners.

What to ask for and how to ask for it.                                        

Receive inside information on the specialty of each store.              

Receive inside information on strengths and weaknesses, ordering time, and uniqueness of store.                                     

Sourcing Contact Information.                                                                                                                                                     

You will receive website information for your needs as a seamstress.     

10 % discount

Complimentary refreshments to be served

Get your tickets as soon as possible. Don’t delay, our tours sell out fast.

If you have any questions please contact Crissy @ cphillips@tiesthatbindonline.com

Sew Sew Sew !!!

Learn to sew in just 4 weeks!

Dust off those sewing machines and join accomplished fashion designer Christine Phillips for a four week in-depth sewing workshop. Whether you are a beginner or need to hone your sewing skills, this workshop is for you.

It’s time to get your creative juices flowing! In this four week workshop you will learn basic sewing techniques for functional, practical stitching. Learn the proper sewing tools to use, learn how to take correct measurements, learn how to read a pattern and select proper fabrications for a project. Start with the basics and end with a pair of magnificent loung pants. You will leave confident in your sewing skills and inspired to Sew and Sew some more!!

Class Level: No experience to beginner
Price: $75

Location: The Club at Mainstreet in the Clubhouse
3700 Hermitage Drive
Voorhees, NJ 08043
Date: Tuesdays, April 13, 20, 27, and May 4
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
For more info and to register for class contact Crissy 609-254-6328
Check out Crissy’s class reviews on www.teachstreet.com (voorhees)

It’s that time of year again!  Please join, Christine Phillips for her 9th Annual Fashion Show and fundraiser, “The Reign”.  She will be premiering her Fall 2010 collection. A portion of the proceed to benefit the (IMF)  International Myeloma Foundation for bone marrow cancer.

When: Saturday, January 30, 2010

Where:  National Constitution Center

             525 Arch Street, Phila. PA.

Time: 6:30pm – 10:00pm

Enjoy 3 coarse dinner, gourmet desserts by Le Pierre Caterers, music from the outstanding DJ, “DJ Bishop”, instrumental pieces by the NJ Philharmonic, Chinese Auction, and complimentary gift bags.   Watch as Miss New Jersey USA 2010, Chenoa Greene, takes the runway and TV celebrity guest, Stephanie Humphrey (KYW3), hosts the Fashion Show Extravaganza.

Each year Christine Phillips’ shows are hosted by well know TV personalities from the local news station and SOJO 104.9 FM to a sold out crowd! 

Proceeds from the show benefit the IMF (International Myeloma Foundation (www.myeloma.org) for mulitple myeloma cancer research.  Mulitple myeloma cancer is one of the 10 leading causes of cancer death in many years.  Myeloma is a cancer in the bone marrow affecting blood production.

Menu:  Cote De Plate Beef filet slow cooked, with Apple Cider, Molasses and Maple Syrup. 

Flounder with Fresh Herb Panko Crust and Lemon Caper Sauce.