2015 conference brochure

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October 14-20, 2015
Crowne Plaza Downtown Northstar
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Join Us for “The Fine Art of Sewing and Design!”
This year’s conference theme reflects both the Threads magazine “Inspired by Art” challenge,
and our host city’s reputation as a center for fine arts in the U.S. – be it painting, dance, music
or theater. We are all artists at our chosen craft of sewing and design, and my wish is that this
year’s conference will educate and inspire you to make this your best year ever!
We have included both pre- and post-conference 2-day master classes in a variety of subjects,
as well as full and half day classes during the core conference, Friday through Sunday. We’ve
added two extra full day classes on Saturday, because of the requests for more in-depth
sessions. We are also offering a two-day master class on Friday and Saturday this year, which
can be split into two separate one-day classes, so you can take just what you need in the
subject! There’s something for everyone, whether you’re an intern or a veteran member.
Don’t miss all the excitement of the social events from the Welcome Reception to the Last
Hurrah Tea, and everything in between, including the Saturday night banquet honoring our
Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient and renowned industry leader Sandra Betzina.
We know you work hard all year and look forward to the learning and networking opportunities
that conference can provide. It’s an investment in yourself that will pay dividends far beyond
the end of October. Your board members have worked hard to bring you those opportunities,
and along with talented instructors will be there to help you increase your knowledge, expand
your skills, and continue to grow your business every step of the way. Oh, and we plan to help
you have a great time as well!
Our host city is beautiful with lots to do, the hotel staff is friendly and attentive, and all your
friends (and maybe some you haven’t met yet!) will be there. So what are you waiting for?
See you in Minneapolis!
Karen Gay
VP of Conference Planning
Association of Sewing and Design Professionals
Questions about conference? Email me at
[email protected]
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CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
7 -8pm
Conference Registration
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
8-8:45am
Conference Registration
9am-4:30pm
Day 1- Pre-Conference Master Classes
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Veronica Chin
Robert Haven
Diane Tuckman
Sue Widawski
10:30am
Morning Break
12-1:30pm
Lunch Break
7-8pm
Conference Registration
Beautiful Bridal Headwear
Introduction to Tambour Beading
The Art of Painting on Silk
Custom Tailored Jacket
Thursday, October 15, 2015
8-8:45am
Conference Registration
8:30am
Tour group meets in lobby for departure to
Guthrie Theater Costume Shop
Textile Center
Treadle Yard Goods
Minnesota History Center
SR Harris
9am-4:30pm Day 2- Pre-Conference Master Classes
1. Veronica Chin
Beautiful Bridal Headwear
2. Robert Haven
Introduction to Tambour Beading
3. Diane Tuckman
The Art of Painting on Silk
4. Sue Widawski
Custom Tailored Jacket
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10:30am
Morning Break
12–1:30pm
Lunch
5pm
Tour Bus Returns to Hotel
5–6:45pm
Conference Registration
Garment Check-In for Threads Challenge and/or Fashion Show
7–9:30pm
Welcome Reception
Friday, October 16, 2015
7:30–8:15 am Conference Registration
8:30am–4:30pm
Core Conference 1 – Day Classes
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Judith Baer
Brenda Breitenmoser
Helen Haughey
Joyce Murphy
Pamela Powell
Fashion Illustrating
Those Pesky Bridal Alterations
Design 101
Everyday Tailoring with Style (Day 1)
Couture Foundation
10am
Morning Break
11:45am-1:15pm
Keynote Luncheon
5:30pm
Models Check-In for Fashion Show
7:30pm
Fashion Show and Threads Challenge Awards
Saturday, October 17, 2015
7:30-8:15am
Conference Registration
7:30-8:25am
MSDP/MAS Breakfast
8:30am-4:30pm
Core Conference Full Day Classes
1. Joyce Murphy
2. Pamela Powell
8:30-11:30am
Everyday Tailoring with Style (Day 2)
Hand-worked Embellishments for Lingerie
Core Conference 3 – Hour Classes
1. Rae Cumbie
2. Barbie McCormick
3. Sarah Veblen
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Identifying Fitting Personalities
The Virtues of Underlining
Innovative Set-In Sleeves
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10am
Morning Break
11:45am-1:15pm
Lunch Break
11:45am-1:15pm
Chapter Relations Luncheon
1:30-4:30pm
Core Conference 3 – Hour Classes
1. Rae Cumbie
2. Helen Haughey
3. Sarah Veblen
Slow Pants-Fitting One Step at a Time
Secrets to Sewing a Classic Sheath Dress
Tapping Into Your Creativity
2-6:30pm
Vendor Marketplace
7:30pm
Banquet with LAA and Champagne Toast
Sunday, October 18, 2015
7-7:30am
Conference Registration
7am
Breakfast
7:30am
ASDP Annual Meeting (continuation of Breakfast)
9:30am-12:30pm
Core Conference 3 Hour Classes
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Helen Haughey
Noreen Hoenig
Barbie McCormick
Sarah Veblen
12:30-1:30pm
Lunch Break
1:30-4:30pm
Core Conference 3 Hour Classes
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4:45pm
Cisa Barry
Helen Haughey
Leslie Littell
Barbie McCormick
Last Hurrah Afternoon Tea
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Sew a Detachable Fur Collar
Sew So Psychology
Proper Pressing Techniques
Become an Effective Teacher
When and How to Hire
Standards of Quality– Who Cares?
Introduction to Painting on Silk
Perfect Binding and Piping
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Monday, October 19, 2015
8-9am
Conference Registration
9am-4:30pm Post – Conference Master Classes Day 1
1. Joyce Hittesdorf
2. Claire Shaeffer
10:30am
Morning Break
12-1:30pm
Lunch Break
Transformational Reconstruction – Innovative
Patternmaking
Chanel and That Jacket
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
9am-4:30pm Post – Conference Master Classes Day 2
1. Joyce Hittesdorf
2. Claire Shaeffer
10:30am
Morning Break
12-1:30pm
Lunch Break
Transformational Reconstruction – Innovative
Patternmaking
Chanel and That Jacket
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CONFERENCE CLASSES BY THE DAY
Wednesday, October 14 and Thursday, October 15
2 Day Pre-conference Master Classes
1. The Art of Painting on Silk – Diane Tuckman
In this intensive silk painting workshop, using special dyes, participants will learn the basic silk
painting techniques, specific vocabulary and view many samples. Silk dyes in combination with
silk produce jewel-toned, brilliant, lush colors and the silk remains very soft to the touch. The
direct result of the steam setting process, which bonds the silk to the dyes, is the driving force
to promoting the beautiful colors. Participants will paint 6 technical pieces 12x12, in addition to
two samples which can be matted and framed.
Diane Tuckman was born in Egypt, then fled to Paris, where she
was exposed to the fashion world, taking sewing and tailoring
classes at night school. She introduced the art of painting on silk
to America in 1978 by importing the products, as well as
founding and serving as the Executive Director of SPIN (Silk
Painters International), a non-profit organization to promote
painting on silk. The co-author of three books, she is in the
process of publishing a fourth, The Fine Art of Painting on Silk.
ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED IN THE KIT! – Students only need bring latex gloves
SKILLS REQUIREMENT - NO PRIOR PAINTING OR ART SKILLS REQUIRED! Even if you have never
picked up a brush, you can share in the joy of painting on silk as you watch the dyes glide
through the silk. Please bring your love of silk, sense of color and enthusiasm.
Kit Fee - $40 - included in Supply Kit - Cocoon, frame, push pins, two pieces of stabilized silk, egg
carton, 20 small plastic cups and lids, paper towels, squirrel hair brush, stiff brush, small brush,
Q-tips, water cups, designs, 2 resist applicators, resist, antifusant with brush, dyes, dilutant with
bottle, salts prepared in small cups, various salts, alcohol, Windex, three weights of China silk,
Resistad – diluted and colored, steaming supplies, handouts.
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2. Introduction to Tambour Beading – Robert Haven
Tambour beading is a rare art form known by few and taught by fewer. It is perhaps best
described as a “dance of the hands executed with the precision of the tango and the grace of
the waltz.” Students will learn the basics of dressing the frame, along with how to work the
hook to apply beads and sequins as well as to do decorative surface embroidery. The technique
requires coordination between the right and left hand.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: good and eye coordination, very good eyesight
as the work is EXTREMELY fine.
Robert Haven is a well-known tambour beading instructor in the United States who is certified
by Lesage, the famed embroidery company in Paris. He has also earned a certificate in Hand
Embroidery from the Royal School of Needlework in London.
Robert’s work has been showcased around the world and is
known for his DVD Introduction to Tambour Beading. He
regularly teaches master classes in tambour beading in his
Kentucky studio as well as at the Academy of Art University in
San Francisco, Ryerson University in Toronto, Laci’s in Berkley
CA and Halsey OnStage in Chicago. A retired professor of
costume technology at the University of Kentucky, his theatrical
career included creating costumes for the University of
Michigan, University of Illinois, the Old Globe Theater and the
Guthrie.
Supplies needed:
-Basic polyester machine sewing thread in black and white. Fancy cotton quilting thread is not
appropriate as it frays too easily
-thread snips
-pencil and paper to take notes and draw pattern on the organza
Some folks may bring additional light and need ample electric cords depending on the
placement of outlets in the room.
Kit Fee - $50.00 - includes Tambour handle and three hooks, Tambour frame 36” x 18” and 4 Cclamps, 9 fixed sided embroidery frames (slate frames, scroll frames, hoops, etc., are not
suitable for this technique), spool holder, sequins for the project, chenille thread for the
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project, embroidery floss for the project, design pattern, silk organza, seed beads and bugle
beads for the project.
3. Custom Tailored Jacket - Sue Widawski
Sharpen and refine basic sewing techniques by learning the Standards of Tailoring. Traditional
European custom tailoring techniques will be used to construct a half of a full scale jacket.
Emphasis will be placed on custom tailoring techniques such as: application of hair canvas, twill
tape, shoulder and back stays, interfaced tailored hems, hand worked buttonhole, welt pocket,
and assembling and setting of sleeve.
Hand sewing techniques taught will include: padstitching, slip stitch and tailor’s hemming
stitch. Additionally, custom tailoring terminology and features will be discussed.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: All levels with basic machine and hand sewing
skills
Susan is a Professor at Wayne State University in the department of
Fashion Design and Merchandising. Her MA is from Wayne State in
apparel design and her BS is from Eastern Michigan University in
fashion merchandising. Additionally, Susan is a European trained
custom tailor. Susan’s work has been exhibited and presented on
national and international levels, including a garment that received the
Handweavers Guild of America’s 2008 HGA Award “in recognition of a
work demonstrating outstanding creativity and craftsmanship in the
fiber arts.”
Student Supplies - Along with personal basic sewing supplies, include:
Needles (between sizes 5-10), thimble, white basting thread, marking pencil/tracing paper,
measuring tape/gauge/ruler, fabric scissors, long pins with large heads, machine sewing thread.
Kit Fee - $35- includes pre-cut wool jacket sample, hair canvas, twill tape, hand sewing thread,
muslin backstay, shoulder pad and sleeve head, fusible interfacing, hem facing strips,
buttonhole thread, size seven sharp needles, tailor’s chalk and printed course pack.
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4. Beautiful Bridal Headwear - Veronica Chin
Bridal headwear is one of the most important accessories in a bride’s ensemble. In the past it
was a deeply symbolic piece, but times have changed- the veil is no longer required or wanted
by the contemporary bride. Everything from headbands, combs, and tiaras, to cage veils and
funky fascinators are on the A-list for the chic bride. We will explore a variety of these
techniques from covered buckram headpieces, fanciful hair clips to veiling and so much more!
As always, this is a very hands on class with many demos. You will return to your studios with
lots of unique bridal confections!
Veronica Chin drew upon a teacher’s vast knowledge of hat making
to create Burning Bush Millinery in 1998. After receiving a
BFA/Fashion Design from Washington University/St. Louis and a
MS/Textiles, Environment and Design from the University of
Wisconsin/Madison and working in the L.A. fashion industry, she has
taught beginning and advanced millinery for over thirty years in
many Chicago area colleges. Twice a year Veronica ventures to the
Amish country of Indiana to teach workshops at JudithM Millinery to
milliners from all over the US and Canada. She has taught hundreds of students throughout her
career and many were inspired to become professional milliners themselves.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: Need to know hand and machine sewing skills.
Millinery Supplies needed: basic sewing supplies, #5 white grosgrain ribbon –min 1 yd., 1 yd. of
white buckram, 1 yd. white crinoline, #19 millinery wire – min. 2 yds., Hat Box (to carry your
creations home!) Recommended Suppliers: Judithm.com (Indiana), Hatsupply.com ($79.00
minimum order) (Oregon), Manhatco.com (NYC).
Other supplies: Metal pushpins, Small hammer, Tin foil, Masking tape, Hair dryer, Glue
Gun/Glue sticks, sewing thread (should match color of hat), Buttonhole/Craft thread, optional:
Steamer. Trims for hats: fabric, ribbons, veiling, horsehair, and old pcs. Of jewelry. Optional: if
you own any hat blocks or purchased HatShaper plastic blocks last year, bring them along. She
will have limited amount of blocks! (hatshapers.com)
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Friday, October 16 Core Conference Full Day Classes
1. Fashion Illustrating - Judith Baer
Fashion illustrating can be fun and easy by using flat drawings similar to the ones on the back of
a pattern envelope. With a little practice and some tricks of the trade, the student will have the
ability to quickly and accurately sketch their ideas. This workshop would be helpful for
communication with clients, developing a fashion line and building a portfolio, as well as
valuable to those working on their MSDP.
Judith Baer, an award-winning artist, is a recent graduate of the MSDP
program. Having worked in the fashion industry for over 45 years,
today she has a line of art to wear that she sells at art shows in in
boutiques across the nation. Judith worked in LA as a production
patternmaker for several companies, including Carole Little. In the
1970’s she ran a dressmaking business making wedding gowns, drill
team uniforms and custom clothing. She was the winner of the
Viewer’s Choice Award for the 2007 Bernina Fashion Show.
Pre-Requisite Skills Required to Take the Course: A basic knowledge of
sewing patterns and some drawing skills would be helpful for this
class, but if you can trace a croquis (template) you can achieve some
great illustrations.
Student Supplies: Pencil (I prefer a mechanical .5), Micron .01 or .005 pen – black, 6-12” ruler (a
grid ruler is best), 20-25 sheets of white computer pater – 8.5x11”, Tracing paper 8.5x11” or
9x12”, Optional – light box and extension cord
No kit fee – Instructor will provide class booklet with drawings, croquies and info on the easiest
way to achieve fabulous fashion flats and illustrations. She will also share the notebook that she
did for her MSDP Fashion Illustration Module.
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2. Those Pesky Bridal Alterations - Brenda Breitenmoser
Let’s tackle all those pesky bridal alterations! For example – the seven month pregnant bride
who bought her gown a year ago (when does a lace-up work, and how to insert it), fast and
easy ways to remove and reattach beadwork, the challenge of bustling different styles and
fabrics. Samples of dresses are on a half-scale form.
Brenda has been a professional in her field for 30 years, working on
everything from furs to bridal gowns. A member of ASDP since 2006,
she hasn’t missed a single conference. She was the first recipient of
the prestigious MSDP certification.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take Course – none
Supplies needed – Note taking supplies, camera for taking pictures of
samples (optional)
No kit fee.
3. Design 101 - Helen Haughey
Where do you start when a (new) client asks you to recommend a style for a custom garment
that will best suit her body? How do you analyze her body type and make the recommendation
that will keep her coming back for more? Do you have the tools to do this for yourself? In this
class we will look at the Golden Rule for body types and what features are most important for
consideration of style and proportion. We will begin with the theory and then put the theory
into practice with guided exercises.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: No particular sewing skill is required for this
class but this a class for those who have custom garment clients or for those who would like to
have guidance for themselves or are working or their MSDP.
Supplies needed: Notebook and pencil Colored pencils
Kit Fee: $10.00 includes Handout, Body template, Vellum paper,
Fabric samples
Helen Haughey is the owner of a custom couture business, Helen
Haughey Designs, based in St Louis, Missouri. Helen began sewing
for her own wardrobe at an early age and later expanded to family
and friends. She enjoys working on a variety of garments but
especially tailored day wear, bridal and evening wear. In recent
years she has published in Threads magazine and taught classes in
a variety of national forums.
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4. Everyday Tailoring with Style – Day 1 - Joyce Murphy
This class can be taken as a 2-day class or either day may be taken by itself.
Day 1 covers pants and skirts: Slimming down pant legs. Waist, hip and thigh adjustments.
Replacing jeans zippers. Hemming pants and skirts. Hemming pleated skirts (from the bottom).
Joyce Simons Murphy is an inventor, an author (self-published and
Threads), a tailor and a teacher. Her inventions include a pants
creation system for women; a system for pricing alterations (S.N.A.P.
Tool™) and a multi-media format for teaching online.
After 20 years as a tailor shop owner, Joyce shifted her focus to
teaching in order to pass along her skills as learned from the masters.
Joyce has degrees in apparel design and teaching, and has gained
sufficient computer skills through the school of hard knocks to
consider herself either crazy or dangerous. And last but not least she
is a proud charter member of ASDP.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: Intermediate to advanced sewing and design
skills. The pace will be fast but well documented. Joyce will cover as many alterations as it is
possible to cover and still do justice to the subject matter in the 1 or 2-day course. This course
will be most appreciated by those with advanced sewing and design skills. However others less
advanced or experienced stand to benefit as well and should not be excluded.
Supplies needed: general sewing supplies such as scissors, needles, pins, measuring tape, ruler,
chalk, and thimble. And please bring the zipper needed to use in the jeans zipper replacement
project.
Practice garments (from Goodwill or other source for cast-offs) to alter in class:
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Pants to take in, let out or trim down the legs
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A pleated skirt to shorten (optional),
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Jeans in need of a new zipper.
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An upcycling, restyling project for discussion.
No Kit Fee.
5. Making a Couture Foundation - Pamela Powell
The design of the foundation will depend on how it is going to be used; as a support foundation
hidden inside a garment, as underwear or outerwear. In this class you will learn to make a light
weight strapless bustier to support a strapless gown/garment. This garment will have under
wired cups and a boned body. The neckline will have a fashion fabric facing to match the fabric
of the gown.
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Pamela has many years of working for both high end design houses
and with her own private clients. She studied fashion design at the
London College of Fashion and has taken classes at the English!
Couture School and Hand and Lock. She currently teaches at College
of DuPage (Illinois) in the Fashion Studies Program. In 2010 her first
book Tailored Fashion Design, was published by Fairchild Books, NY,
and her second book Lingerie Design, the Complete Course,
Laurence King Publishing, will be available Fall, 2016.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: medium to high
Student Supplies needed: general sewing supplies including both paper and fabric scissors
Kit Fee: $25.00 – includes all supplies needed to make a 36B cup bustier, fabric cut pattern
pieces, boning, under wires, both boning and underwire channeling, sewing thread, hand
sewing needles, interfacing, top band and hem elastic, hook and eye tape. (She can change the
cup size;, please contact her with required size at least 2 weeks before the conference).
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Core Conference Full Day Classes
1. Everyday Tailoring with Style – Day 2 - Joyce Murphy
This class can be taken as a 2-day class or either day may be taken by itself.
Day 2 covers blouses, sweaters, and/or jackets: Resetting blouse sleeves when narrowing
shoulders and shortening sleeves from the top. Alternatives ways to narrow shoulders.
Shortening sleeves. Restyling (upcycling) challenges: as time allows.
Joyce Simons Murphy is an inventor, an author (self-published
and Threads), a tailor and a teacher. Her inventions include a
pants creation system for women; a system for pricing
alterations (S.N.A.P. Tool™) and a multi-media format for
teaching online.
After 20 years as a tailor shop owner, Joyce shifted her focus to
teaching in order to pass along her skills as learned from the
masters. Joyce has degrees in apparel design and teaching, and
has gained sufficient computer skills through the school of
hard knocks to consider herself either crazy or dangerous. And
last but not least she is a proud charter member of ASDP.
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Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: This course will be most appreciated by those
with advanced sewing and design skills. However others less advanced or experienced stand to
benefit as well and should not be excluded. The pace will be fast but well documented. Joyce
will cover as many alterations as it is possible to cover and still do justice to the subject matter
in the 1 or 2-day course.
General sewing supplies such as scissors, needles, pins, measuring tape, ruler, chalk, thimble.
And please bring the zipper needed to use in the jeans zipper replacement project.
Practice garments (from Goodwill or other source for cast-offs) to alter in class:
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A blouse, sweater or jacket in need of narrower shoulders
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An upcycling, restyling project for discussion.
No kit fee.
2. Hand-worked Embellishments for Lingerie - Pamela Powell
A bride once worked for months on her trousseau that included alluring hand embroidered and
embellished underwear. This class is looking back at these vintage and couture techniques such
as lace set appliqués, silk ribbon embroideries, bullion roses and buds, decorative insertion
stitches, shell and picot hems to corset flossing.
Pamela has many years of working for both high end design houses
and with her own private clients. She studied fashion design at the
London College of Fashion and has taken classes at the English
Couture School and Hand and Lock. She currently teaches at College
of DuPage (Illinois) in the Fashion Studies Program. In 2010 her first
book Tailored Fashion Design, was published by Fairchild Books, NY,
and her second book Lingerie Design, the Complete Course, Laurence
King Publishing, will be available Fall, 2016.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: All skill levels
Student Supplies Needed: Embroidery hoop, scissors, embroidery floss or thread in colors of
your choice, different sizes of silk ribbon in colors of your choice, seed beads, sewing thread,
light weight fabric, pencil and paper for note taking
Kit Fee - $10.00 includes embroidery floss, silk ribbons (4mm to 33mm width), embroidery and
chenille needles, sewing thread, seed beads, cotton lawn and silk organza for embroidering
onto.
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Saturday October 17
Core Conference 3 Hour Classes, 8:30-11:30am
1. Identifying Fitting Personalities – Rae Cumbie
“It’s the fit that makes the fashion”,” or so the old commercial said. But how do we find the
most fashionable and comfortable fit for our clients? In this world of fast fashion and stretch
fabrics, how do women even verbalize what they want and how they like their clothing to fit?
This class will consider several general “fitting personalities.” We will explore techniques for
identifying a client’s “fit personality” preferences and translating them into design suggestions.
Today’s woman longs for beautiful, effortless clothing that fits her body and is perfect for her
lifestyle. By providing the prompts and vocabulary your clients need to verbalize their
preferences, you can help them find wardrobe solutions while establishing a prosperous
relationship for both of you.
Rae Cumbie is the Creative Director at Fit for Art Patterns
which offers patterns for modern wardrobe basics that focus
on fit and include artful design options. She coaches sewers
of all skill levels, in classes and on her blog, “Sew, Let’s get
Dressed!” to stitch up a fun and comfortable wardrobe and
design more creatively. In 2015 she is the Fitting FAQ
columnist for Sew News Magazine. Rae has over 30 years of
experience as an award winning custom dressmaker and still
takes commissions involving vintage redesign and wearable
art. She has served on the ASDP National Board, including as
President, and currently sits on the MSDP Board.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take this Course – an interest
in finding the best fit for yourself and your clients
Student Supplies Needed: Note taking materials
No kit fee.
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2. The Virtues of Underlining - Barbie McCormick
The Who, What, When, Why and Hows of Underlining. A key component in upgrading a basic
garment (or any sewn item) to Couture level. A variety of options and techniques for
underlining fabric, to improve the construction, wearability, durability, and appearance of any
garment
Barbie has been sewing professionally for more
than 20 years. She does all sorts of sewing, but she
specializes in formal, bridal, and couture clothing
for both men and women. She loves all aspects of
the process-from design, to patternwork, fitting,
construction, and the final details. She truly is a jack
of all trades in sewing, and has also completed her
MSDP Certification.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: Basic fabric knowledge, and basic garment
construction skills. Desire to upgrade garments to Couture level
Student Supplies: Note taking materials
Kit Fee: $20 includes large swatches of various underlining and fashion fabrics for pairing,
informational handouts/ charts
3. Innovative Set-in Sleeves that Fit, Flatter, and Function Well - Sarah Veblen
Set-in sleeves are commonly used, yet uncommonly difficult to fit. Sarah will discuss typical
fitting issues when developing a comfortable and flattering set-in sleeve; the critical
relationship between the sleeve cap length and the armhole opening: the typical popular
adjustments so the sleeve fits smoothly into the armhole; and the compromises that these
typical adjustments yield. Sarah will then describe a “magic” twopiece sleeve that solves many fitting issues and allows for a clean
insertion. Plus, she’ll show you garments with her new, innovative
sleeve designs that address the key issue of accommodating the
bicep nicely while fitting into the armhole smoothly. Sarah Veblen
is a custom fashion designer who specializes in fit, innovative
pattern design, and quality garment construction. Dedicated to
promoting the craft of garment-making, Sarah now concentrates
on teaching sewing, design, and patternmaking at all levels. She
has more than twenty Threads Magazine articles, and her years of
experience in fitting led to her book, The Complete Photo Guide
to Perfect Fitting. She teaches from her studio in Maryland, as a
guest lecturer and at sewing expos and conferences across the
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country, online at PatternReview.com, and has recently completed a series of video classes for
Threads Magazine/Taunton Press.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: Some knowledge of sleeve fitting and
patternwork
Student Supplies: Note taking materials
No kit fee.
Saturday October 1
Core Conference 3 Hour Classes – 1:30 pm – 4:30 p.m.
1. Slow Pants – Fitting One Step at a Time – Rae Cumbie
Everyone is in a hurry for a fabulous pair of pants. But getting a great fit in pants is a slow
process that is worth the time. Since each woman’s body is unique, it is helpful to slow down
the fitting process. See how step-by-step incremental fitting will lead to a better fit and
improved satisfaction with the resulting pattern. Learn how the grain lines and horizontal
balance lines provide clues to successful fitting solutions so the pants possibilities are endless.
Use this knowledge to educate your custom clients, too, as you produce better fitting pants for
both them and yourself.
Rae Cumbie is the Creative Director at Fit for Art Patterns
which offers patterns for modern wardrobe basics that focus
on fit and include artful design options. She coaches sewers
of all skill levels, in classes and on her blog, “Sew, Let’s get
Dressed!” to stitch up a fun and comfortable wardrobe and
design more creatively. In 2015 she is the Fitting FAQ
columnist for Sew News Magazine. Rae has over 30 years of
experience as an award winning custom dressmaker and still
takes commissions involving vintage redesign and wearable
art. She has served on the ASDP National Board, including as
President, and currently sits on the MSDP Board.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take this Course – an interest
in finding the best fit for yourself and your clients
Student Supplies Needed: Note taking materials
No kit fee.
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2. Secrets to Sewing a Classic Sheath Dress - Helen Haughey
In this class we will focus on the key elements required to achieve a classic sheath dress: choice
of pattern for different figure types, fabrications, construction methods, fit and finishing. We
will discuss the most common problems encountered in fit. We will make samples of the
techniques Helen has found to be invaluable for a beautifully finished garment.
Helen Haughey is the owner of a custom couture business, Helen
Haughey Designs, based in St Louis, Missouri. Helen began sewing
for her own wardrobe at an early age and later expanded to family
and friends. She enjoys working on a variety of garments but
especially tailored day wear, bridal and evening wear. In recent
years she has published in Threads magazine and taught classes in a
variety of national forums
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course:
sewing
Intermediate
Student Supplies: Rotary cutter + cutting mat, or scissors, tracing
wheel, thread, pins
Kit Fee $10.00 Includes fabric for making samples, dressmaker carbon, hand stitching needle
3. Tapping into Your Creativity - Sarah Veblen
Learn to access your creativity and let it flow, rather than waiting for your muse to strike! Sarah
will guide you through a variety of exercises that will give you concrete ways to tap into and
harness your creativity, and how to let it freely flow. She will also discuss different aspects of
being creative, as well as different stages of the creative process. If you want to learn how to
get creative, imaginative, and innovative ideas moving, this class is
for you. If you have tasted that experience when time flies by and it
seems effortless to be productive – and you want to get “in the
zone” more easily and more often – this class is for you!
Sarah Veblen is a custom fashion designer who specializes in fit,
innovative pattern design, and quality garment construction.
Dedicated to promoting the craft of garment-making, Sarah now
concentrates on teaching sewing, design, and patternmaking at all
levels. She has more than twenty Threads Magazine articles, and her
years of experience in fitting led to her book, The Complete Photo
Guide to Perfect Fitting. She teaches from her studio in Maryland, as
a guest lecturer and at sewing expos and conferences across the
country, online at PatternReview.com, and has recently completed a
series of video classes for Threads Magazine/Taunton Press.
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Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: None; Anyone interested in the creative
process.
Student Supplies: Paper and pencil
No Kit Fee
Sunday, October 18
Core Conference 3 Hour Classes - 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
1. Sew a Detachable Fur Collar – Helen Haughey
Let’s get a head start and be ready for the holidays. These collars have been stylishly popular
over the last few years, as well as adding luxurious warmth to any garment. Make yours
attachable to a neckline or truly detachable. Helen will demonstrate using a fur pelt, however,
you may choose to make yours from faux fur while still learning all the techniques for the real
thing!
Helen Haughey is the owner of a custom couture business, Helen
Haughey Designs, based in St Louis, Missouri. Helen began sewing
for her own wardrobe at an early age and later, tailored day wear,
bridal and evening wear. In recent years she has published in
Threads magazine and taught classes in a variety of national
forums.
Pre-Requisite Skills needed to take the course – Intermediate
Sewing Skills
Student Supplies Needed: Muslin to make collar pattern, drafting
paper, ruler, pencil, Front and back bodice pattern of garment to
which collar is to be attached, fur pelt or sufficient faux fur, heavy
charmeuse/satin for collar lining – must not be synthetic ,thread to
match fur, 6-8 buttons (5/8”) to match fur/lining
Kit Fee - $10 includes instructions for drafting pattern for collarless necklines, blade for cutting
fur, tape for binding fur, silamide thread, needle for hand stitching fur
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2. Sew So Psychology – Noreen Hoenig
Clients posing a challenge to your business are a silent occupational hazard. Words in the
intimacy of a fitting room may push buttons. This class teaches you how to prevent a customer
from becoming a liability and build healthy relationships. Teaching methods include handouts,
lecture, self-assessments, dialogue, role play and humor. Participants learn about special
imperfections, anger management, prevention of cognitive distortions, client centered
communications, barriers, role play and problem solving. Noreen draws on her career
experiences managing people in all stages of life and development, and shares her insights to
benefit your business and wellbeing.
Noreen Hoenig is a registered nurse with a BS in Psychology from
Loyola University, Chicago, and an MS from SUNY, Fredonia, NY.
She has worked as a psychiatric nurse for many years in a variety
of settings in both New York and Illinois, including as an instructor
at Niagara University and SUNY, and at the Chicago Police
Academy. Noreen is an ASDP friend member in the Chicago
chapter.
Pre-Requisites Needed for This Course – None
Student Supplies Needed: Note taking materials
No Kit Fee
3. Proper Pressing Techniques – Barbie McCormick
How to properly press a garment as it is being constructed, to achieve a perfect, professional
finish. Will cover different types of seams in a variety of fabrics, plus clipping and grading to get
a smooth, flat surface. Tips and tricks for using a variety of pressing tools, as well as the optimal
scissors for grading and clipping.
Barbie has been sewing professionally for more
than 20 years. She does all sorts of sewing, but
she specializes in formal, bridal, and couture
clothing for both men and women. She loves all
aspects of the process-from design, to
patternwork, fitting, construction, and the final
details. She truly is a jack of all trades in sewing,
and has also completed her MSDP Certification.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: Basic garment construction knowledge, and
basic fabric knowledge (types of fabric and weaves).
Student Supplies: Small fabric scissors (4-5” embroidery or tailor points, applique, or similar),
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pressing hams, seam rolls, clappers, sleeve boards, various pressing tools, etc. Bring what you
have if convenient, but there should be enough to share- not everyone needs to bring them
Kit Fee: $10 includes pre-sewn seam samples in a variety of fabrics and shapes, detailed
handouts.
4. Become an Effective Teacher – Sarah Veblen
Just because you know how to do something – and do it well – doesn’t mean that you
necessarily will be a good teacher. However, you can learn to become a competent, confident,
and effective teacher. Sarah will discuss concrete things you can work on, from preparing for a
presentation, to delivering your presentation, to handling student questions. She will also share
with you her journey of becoming a well-regarded teacher. Paper-and-pencil exercises during
class will provide you with a guide for developing your own teaching style and your teaching
skills.
Sarah Veblen is a custom fashion designer who specializes in fit,
innovative pattern design, and quality garment construction.
Dedicated to promoting the craft of garment-making, Sarah now
concentrates on teaching sewing, design, and patternmaking at all
levels. She has more than twenty Threads Magazine articles, and
her years of experience in fitting led to her book, The Complete
Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting. She teaches from her studio in
Maryland, as a guest lecturer and at sewing expos and conferences
across the country, online at PatternReview.com, and has recently
completed a series of video classes for Threads Magazine/Taunton
Press.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: Anyone who has a
skill set or knowledge base that they want to share with others
through teaching.
Student Supplies: Note taking materials
No Kit Fee
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Core Conference 3 Hour Classes – 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
1. When and How to Hire – Cisa Barry
There comes a time when you have more work than you can do, and short of finding additional
hours in the day, you may need to consider hiring a helper (or two). Unless you majored in
business or had a former life in HR, the idea and actual process of knowing when to hire, finding
applicants and figuring out who to hire can be daunting. This class will go over the who, what,
where, when, why and how of employees. Topics will include timing, hiring, training,
compensation, quality control, documentation, insurance, as well as taxes and liability issues.
Cisa has been a member of ASDP since 2011, and has loved every
minute of it! Calling home from her first conference she told her
husband, “I’ve found my people!” This still holds very true and that
feeling of comradery (and sometimes “us against the world”) grows
as she finds more ways to become involved with the ASDP tribe. Cisa
is the owner of Sew Fitting, Southern Indiana’s only full-service tailor
shop and custom clothier. When she can escape her workaholic
tendencies, she can be found dancing (excessively) or playing urban
farmer.
Pre-Requisites needed to Take Course – None
Student Supplies Needed: Note taking materials
Kit Fee - $5
2. Standards of Quality – Who Cares? – Helen Haughey
So often what we observe in the media and especially in viewing programs like Project Runway
is a rough and ready garment. Is careful garment construction and attention to detail a thing of
the past? Will our customers pay for careful (and sometimes lengthy) construction?
Several years ago all members of ASDP received a copy of the Standards of Quality for Custom
Clothiers and in at least one module of the MSDP certificate program these are used for
critiquing garments. In the class we will discuss the Standards of Quality and how we can
adhere to them without jeopardizing our profitability. We will also look at commercial patterns
and see how these adhere to or deviate from the Standards. We will also look at a variety of
garments to assess critically their quality, as well as discuss how a client’s unique body must be
considered while still adhering to the Standards.
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Helen Haughey is the owner of a custom couture business, Helen
Haughey Designs, based in St Louis, Missouri. Helen began sewing for
her own wardrobe at an early age and later, tailored day wear, bridal
and evening wear. In recent years she has published in Threads
magazine and taught classes in a variety of national forums.
Pre-Requisite Skills Required to Take this Class – Interested in the fine
art of sewing and design
Student Supplies needed: Note taking materials
Kit Fee: $7.50 includes handouts and DVD
3. Introduction to Painting on Silk – Leslie Littell
This hands-on session will allow participants to experience the Serti form of silk painting in a
make and take approach. The workshop will combine presentation, demonstration and hands
on play with jacquard type silk dyes, resists and salt. Each participant will
get one framed silk circle to work on. Brushes, patterns to trace (or make
up your own!) resists and dyes, and a handout will be available. No supplies
or equipment needed. Open to all levels.
Leslie Littell has been an educator in both Fashion and Theatre for more
than 20 years. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Design from the University
of Cincinnati, and a Master of Arts in History from Rutgers University. Leslie
is also a member and elected officer in the Costume Society of America.
Pre-Requisite Skills for Taking Course – None
Student Supplies Needed – # 2 type pencil or fabric marking pencil (optional)
Kit Fee: $13.00 includes 1 framed silk circle; 1 brush which participants will get to keep; plus
handout with resources listed, use of silk dyes, resists and mixing containers
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4. Perfect Binding and Piping – Barbie McCormick
How to choose, prepare and sew a variety of bindings and pipings as edge or garment finishes.
Will cover binding and piping inside and outside corners, convex and concave curves, both
machine and hand finishing, smooth and professional joins. Variety of fabrics, including wools,
cottons, silk chiffon, silk charmeuse, devore, etc.
Barbie has been sewing professionally for more
than 20 years. She does all sorts of sewing, but she
specializes in formal, bridal, and couture clothing
for both men and women. She loves all aspects of
the process-from design, to patternwork, fitting,
construction, and the final details. She truly is a
jack of all trades in sewing, and has also completed
her MSDP Certification.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take Class - Basic machine and hand sewing skills, basic fabric
knowledge
Student Supplies Needed: Machine thread, pins, thread snips, seam ripper, small fabric scissors
Kit Fee: $10 includes a variety of fillings, bias strips, and fabrics, plus handouts
Monday, October, 19, 2015
Post Conference Master Classes – Day 1
1. Transformational Reconstruction – Innovative Patternmaking – Joyce
Hittesdorf
Suggested Student Ability: Skilled in sewing techniques with knowledge of traditional
patternmaking.
Put aside all the “rules” of your craft and explore a whole new way to design garments. Spend 2
exciting days learning the techniques and concepts of Transformational Reconstruction. This
form of pattern making was developed by Japanese designer, Shingo Sato. (This is NOT a new
way to do traditional flat pattern and cannot substitute for that basic skill. Please Google
Transformational Reconstruction.)
You will begin with practice of basic techniques needed to advance to more difficult designs.
Each new concept will be demonstrated. Time will be allotted for the students to make
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samples. This class will make you look at patternmaking in a completely different way. Using
this method you will be able to design garments that are beautiful to behold as well as
interesting in their design elements.
Having been a dressmaker for almost 40 years, Joyce has a wealth
of knowledge she hopes to pass on to the next generation. In
October of 2013, she sold her business, Something Wonderful!,
and embarked on several new adventures. One of the most
challenging was to study for 6 months under Shingo Sato. In
January of this year she became a Master of Transformational
Reconstruction. Shingo Sato gave her his permission to teach his
techniques. Joyce is excited to lead you on a journey of mind
boggling manipulation of fabric and patterns.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course: Skilled at sewing
with some knowledge of traditional flat pattern design. Also lots of
patience is helpful.
Student Supplies: Basic sewing equipment, sewing machine and dress form if possible. List of
fabrics and other equipment will be emailed to students.
2. Chanel and That Jacket – Claire Shaeffer
One of the most creative and fascinating couturiers in the twentieth century, Coco Chanel
created a look that is still popular today. This workshop will focus on Chanel’s iconic jacket and
the Chanellisms which make it distinctive: the fabrics, quilting, unique double buttonhole,
decorative trims, chain weight, and 3-piece sleeve. Students will complete a variety of samples,
decorative trims, and a 3-piece sleeve.
Claire Shaeffer is the author of Couture Sewing TechniquesRevised Edition (2011), Couture Basics (DVD-Taunton
Press), and Behind the Seams: Chanel (a CD). She has
studied Chanel designs in more than 20 museums and
private collections for over 25 years. Her personal collection
includes 40 couture suits and numerous ready-to-wear
jackets and knock-offs. She teaches Chanel and That Suit
workshops in Palm Springs, CA.
Pre-Requisite Skills Needed to Take the Course:
Intermediate
Student Supplies: Basic sewing equipment
Kit Fee: $20.00 includes fabrics, silk lining, pattern, thread,
trims.
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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD RECIPIENT
SANDRA BETZINA
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Conference Registration and Early Bird Pricing
 There is an Early Bird discount for ASDP members who register this year between July 1
and July 15, 2015, so sign up early!
 We suggest that you print this brochure to review and make your choices.
 Classes have space limits and will be filled by a first registered policy.
 If the class you wish to choose is already full, you will not be able to register for that
class. You will need to make an alternate choice.
 Registration for a particular class will close when that class reaches its maximum
capacity. Otherwise class registration will remain open up until the time a class begins.
However, any class that has not reached its minimum registration number by
September 1, 2015, is subject to cancellation by ASDP.
 All noted kit fees are payable directly to the instructor at the beginning of your class.
 Conference registration fees are different for members and non-members. If you qualify
to be a member and would like to join the Association before you register for
conference, you may apply online at www.sewingprofessionals.org and click on
“Become a Member.”
 Conference registration for non-members will open August 1, 2015, at 10:00 am CST.
 You may pay via PayPal, credit or debit card online only. You will find details on the
registration form itself.
Karen Gay
VP of Conference Planning
[email protected]
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Conference Pricing Schedule
 Registration available online for ASDP members at www.sewingprofessionals.org
beginning July 1, 2015.
 Early Bird pricing good through July 15, 2015.
 Non-member registration begins August 1, 2015.
 Supply lists (if not included in brochure) will be sent to registrants for class by
September 15 for registrations completed by September 1.
 See explanation of categories and what they include below.
Registration Categories
Early Bird
After 7/15
Non-Member
Full Conference
595
625
725
Two Day (Friday, Saturday)
460
485
585
Two Day (Saturday, Sunday)
430
455
555
Friday only
260
280
380
Saturday only
250
270
370
Sunday only
230
250
350
Master class
335
350
450
Tour
80
85
85
Event tickets
35
40
40
100
100
fashion show ($40 at door), receptions, lunch, breakfast
Banquet tickets
95
Full conference – includes Thursday night welcome reception, Friday class and keynote luncheon, fashion
show, Saturday classes, Saturday evening banquet, Sunday breakfast, Sunday classes and Last Hurrah tea.
Two day (Fri/Sat) – includes Friday class, Keynote luncheon, fashion show, classes Saturday, and Saturday
evening banquet.
Two day (Sat/Sun) – includes Saturday classes, Saturday evening banquet, Sunday breakfast, Sunday classes,
and Last Hurrah tea.
Friday only – includes Friday class, Keynote luncheon and fashion show.
Saturday only – includes Saturday classes, Saturday evening banquet.
Sunday only – includes Sunday breakfast, Sunday classes and Last Hurrah tea.
For those in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area interested in taking individual classes during core conference,
contact ASDP for availability and price schedule at [email protected]
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Event Information
Twin Cities “Five F” Tour
The annual tour will be held Thursday, October 15, 2015. We’ll leave the
Crowne Plaza at 8:30 am by charter bus for a fun day of fantasy, fiber,
foundations and fabric!
Our first stop will be the Costume Rental shop of the renowned Guthrie
Theater. Over 75,000 pieces fill this costume wonderland! We’ll get a
guided tour, and hear how they create fabulous costumes for their
productions. The best part? We get to TOUCH THEM!
Next we’re on to St. Paul, and the Minnesota Textile Center, one of the
finest fiber arts centers in the country. We’ll visit their ever-changing gallery of textile exhibits
and see the facilities where they teach all things fiber and textile. (Pssst! They also have an
awesome library and gift shop!)
A quick stop at Treadle Yard Goods will quell our fabric itch temporarily, then we’ll head to the
Minnesota History Center for a special tour of one of the most unique collections anywhere.
Minnesota is the home of Munsingwear, the original long underwear, and MHC has the world’s
largest collection of unmentionables! From merry-widow corsets to union suits and vintage
advertising, we’ll see highlights of the collection and learn how this company, progressive for its
time, built an empire on undies.
Our final stop will be back across town to Brooklyn Park, and S.R. Harris.
Prepare to be astounded at the sheer volume of yardage in this 30,000
square foot warehouse of fabric! Add in barrels of buttons, notions galore,
and their self-serve feature (anything less than 5 yards you cut yourself)
and it makes for an unforgettable finish to the day! Our motor coach will
have us safely back to the hotel at 4:30 pm. Lunch is included, with details
sent to tour registrants by email. Join us for a terrific, fun-filled time!
Welcome Reception
 This will be held Thursday evening, October 15, 2015 from 7-9 pm. It is a time to
network, for friends to get reacquainted, and members, both novice and veteran, to
forge new relationships.
 The board members will be available to answer questions regarding individual board
positions and how Association leadership works in general.
 This year we will have stations set up and volunteers on hand to help you create or
revise your Member Profile on the ASDP website, including taking your picture, if you
desire. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available.
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Keynote Luncheon
 The luncheon with keynote speaker will be held Friday, October 16, from 11:45-1:15 pm,
during the regular class lunch break.
Fashion Show and Member Showcase
 Friday evening, October 16 we will have our member showcase, fashion show and
Threads Challenge presentation.
 The runway show will start at 7:30 pm with the challenge winners announced at the end
of the show. Applications for the member showcase and runway show are available on
our website www.sewingprofessionals.org
Vendor Marketplace
 We will host a vendor market on Saturday, October 17, from 2-6:30 pm. Fellow
Association members, as well as local and national sewing and design-related
businesses, will be on hand to show and sell you their beautiful products. Please take
advantage of the opportunity to network with and buy from these vendors who go to
so much effort to bring their products to you at conference.
 ASDP will again have a booth where you can purchase instructional DVD’s, past
conference photo CD’s and Association logo items.
 We have scheduled the market again this year so that you may visit during your short
afternoon class break, at the end of afternoon classes, or prior to the banquet.
Annual Banquet and Lifetime Achievement Award Presentation
 This year the LAA has been moved to the banquet Saturday night, as it once was in years
past.
 It will include a champagne toast (or non-alcoholic substitute) to our new recipient.
 With the change in event, we’d like to make the banquet a little more special by inviting
you to dress up for dinner! Please feel free to wear formalwear or the more creative
“festive cocktail attire”, per your own interpretation!
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Annual Breakfast Meeting
 The annual breakfast meeting is Sunday morning, October 17, 2015.
 Breakfast begins at 7:00 a.m.; the annual meeting convenes at 7:30 a.m.
 Officers’ reports and the board election will take place; formal members, please bring
your completed ballot to the meeting. Also, the 2017 conference location will be
announced.
Last Hurrah Tea
 The popular Last Hurrah Tea will be held Sunday, October 17, 2015 at 4:45 pm.
 Join us for light refreshments and sweets.
 This is your last opportunity to gather with friends and associates, new and old, before
the core conference ends and we go our separate ways.
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MINNEAPOLIS INFORMATION
Conference Location
Crowne Plaza Downtown Northstar
618 2nd Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
Phone # 612-338-2288
Reservations may be made by calling 1-800-556-7827 and giving the ASDP group name in
order to get the discounted rate, or by calling the hotel directly at 612-338-2288.
Reservations must be made by September 22 to receive the discount.
A room rate of $120 per night has been negotiated for the duration of the conference, as
well as for three days prior to and three days following, based on availability. Maximum four
people per Double/Double Standard room.
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Non-smoking
Express check-in and check-out
Complimentary in-room coffee
Sleep Advantage program
Fitness center with 24 hour key card access
Business center with 24 hour key card access
Dry cleaning services available
ATM machine
Connected parking ramp
Complimentary wireless high-speed internet in rooms
The hotel has two restaurants on site – Café Northstar, open for breakfast and lunch daily, and
Krona Bar and Grill, open every day for lunch, dinner, and happy hour. The hotel is also directly
connected to the Northstar Mall and downtown skyway, which have numerous restaurants and
shops.
PARKING
Northstar parking ramp is accessible from 2nd Avenue, 7th Street, and 6th Street. Park on
Levels C - G. Take hotel elevator (marked with signs) to 1st floor lobby. ASDP has negotiated a
discounted rate of $23 per 24 hour period or evening rate of $14 after 2:30 p.m.
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Area Transportation
BY AIR
Minneapolis is served by Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), which has
two separate terminals – Terminal 1 (Lindbergh) and Terminal 2 (Humphrey), each
serving different airlines. There is light rail transit which is free from one terminal to
another.
Ground Transportation from Airport
From Terminal 1 (Lindbergh) – For taxis or shuttles – follow signs for Ground
Transportation Atrium.
For rental cars, buses, or light rail – exit security and take the escalator or
elevator down to the Transit Center, then down again for the Light Rail Station.
From Terminal 2 (Humphrey) – For shuttle, taxi or rental car - cross the skyway
to the purple parking ramp and take the elevator or stairs down to Level 1 to the
Ground Transportation Center.
For Light Rail into the city – cross the skyway to the parking ramp and stay on
Level 2; follow the signs for Light Rail Station. In Orange Ramp, take the elevator
or escalator down to the Light Rail Station. Travel to Terminal 1 is free; but you
will need to pay for your ticket from Terminal 1 into the city
By Taxi – A taxi from the airport to downtown Minneapolis will cost $38-49, and
though pricey, is not unreasonable if you’re sharing a ride with others splitting
the cost, especially if you’re not accustomed to public transit.
By Shuttle – Super Shuttle MSP offers transport from either terminal transport
center dropping off at any hotel downtown for $16 each way. It is a shared ride,
so service is not always quick, but it does stop right at your hotel door. Their
service desks at both terminals are staffed 24/7.
By Light Rail – The easiest and least expensive way to get from the airport to
downtown is via light rail. The trip will cost $1.75-2.25, depending on day and
time, and takes about 25 minutes. Take the Blue Line, and get off at the
Government Plaza station at 5th Street. (Note: In Minneapolis, avenues run
north and south, streets run east and west). Go toward 2nd Avenue and turn left
on 2nd. The Crowne Plaza is one block down on the right, between 6th and 7th
Streets, across from the Grand Hotel.
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WEATHER
Minneapolis actually has more days of sunshine per year than either Chicago OR Indianapolis!
Average weather in mid-October includes daytime highs in the upper 50’s and nighttime lows in
the low 40’s, occasionally dipping to the high 30’s. But just remember, it’s always dry and 72
degrees in the Skyway!
CONFERENCE ATTIRE
Attire for all daytime sessions is business casual. Evening events give members the opportunity
to dress up a bit more, especially for the Saturday night banquet. And of course, we always love
to see fashions of your own creation!
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