Improvisational Upcycling: From Scraps to Yardage

When:
Friday, Aug 15, 2025 10:00a -
4:00p

Where:
School of Fashion Design
31 St James Ave, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02135

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Admission:
$240

Hosted by:
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sfdbos School of Fashion Design

Categories:
Art, Classes

Event website:
https://schooloffashiondesign.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=298311

A transformative journey into fabric reincarnation! Learn to repurpose scraps and discarded fabrics into vibrant new yardage for stylish tops, tunics, or dresses. Under the guidance of fiber artist Sharon Chandler Correnty, discover innovative techniques to breathe new life into forgotten textiles. Celebrate sustainability as we repurpose and revitalize fabrics, reducing environmental impact while honing creativity and resourcefulness. Celebrate the spirit of sustainability as we repurpose, reimagine, and revitalize fabrics that would otherwise go to waste. Embrace the challenge of working with what's available, honing your creativity and resourcefulness while reducing your environmental footprint! All supplies are included.


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Prerequisite: Students should know how to operate a sewing machine with ease.


About the teacher:

With a passion for art and a keen eye for beauty in the discarded, Sharon Chandler Correnty is the spark behind Marigold Studio. Sharon has spent her life learning multiple art techniques as a fiber/textile artist. In 2022, Sharon's work caught the eye of actress Chloe Sevigny, who commissioned a piece. Sharon's work was then featured in the April 2023 edition of British Vogue. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and a Master of Education from Fitchburg State University, Sharon is not only an artist, she brings over 40 years of art education expertise to her craft. Drawing from global travels to roadside discoveries, she meticulously curates deadstock fabric, artifacts, and salvaged pieces. Sharon's unique talent lies in her ability to piece together fabric scraps, weaving captivating stories through her creations.

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