Category Archives: Profiles – Designers

“Meet” Sarah Veblen

Posted on September 14, 2011 by

Members of Sew Chicago have heard me sing the praises of sewing educator and author, Sarah Veblen, for quite some time. We are working to bring Sarah to the Chicago area for a hands-on fit workshop next spring, and Sarah’s … Continue reading →

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Interview with Indie Designer Erin Alexandra Klym

Posted on August 18, 2010 by

Sew Chicago talks with Canadian independent womens-wear designer, Erin Alexandra Klym. We find out her inspirations and a peek into her newest collection. Continue reading →

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Support Local Designers

Posted on July 30, 2010 by

The Chicago Tribune ran an article on July 25 about how Chicago designers have been having a rough go of it. From Maria Pinto’s closing despite having dressed Mrs. Obama during while campaigning for Barak to the cancellation of the GenArt fashion show. But some designers are still making it in Chicago, some thanks to Macy’s incubator program or trying to audition for Heidi Klum’s Project Runway (season 8 starts tomorrow!). Some just continuing to work at it on their own. Read the article for profiles of some young designers. Continue reading →

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