Free Seminar &
Garment Showcase:
Smocking Essentials Decoded with Gail Doane
Saturday June 24th 9:00-10:30AM MT
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It's not rocket science, just smock it science!
Many sewists have always loved the classic, elegant style of little girls’ smocked dresses but feel intimidated about trying it themselves or just don’t know where to start. After 40 years of personal smocking and 20 years teaching smocking techniques all over the world, Gail Doane will share her guide to getting started with this beloved artform.
Enjoy a behind-the-seams look at her extensive personal collection of smocked garments, as she eases your fears about getting started, inspires you to gain a deeper appreciation for the art of smocking, and leaves you energized to complete your own smocked projects.
Understand the Skills
What are the core skills to develop as a well-rounded smocker?
Recognize the Stitches
Learn to recognize and identify basic smocking stitches
Source the Materials
Where can I source hard-to-find smocking tools and materials?
These questions and more will be answered in the upcoming seminar!
Meet Your Instructor:
Gail Doane
In the words of Classic Sewing Magazine: "Gail Doane is an internationally recognized expert in sewing technique and design, as well as a featured designer in Classic Sewing magazine. It’s the tiny details of sewing that are her recognizable signature style."
In her own words: Gail is "an heirloom sewing addict who is detail-oriented, but prepared to break the rules."
Gail brings to the classroom over 40 years of experience, having dressed seven children, and now an ever-expanding number of grandchildren, in beautiful heirloom clothing. Her work first appeared in Australian Smocking & Embroidery in 2000 and Inspirations in 2008.
