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Classes go online next week – Mom loves you – New video on PFI-TV

Posted on April 30, 2020 | by Shelly Caldwell

April 29, 2020

Posted in Sewing Wisdom, Sharon's Blog | Tagged draping, fashion design, fashion illustration, history of fashion, pattern classes, patternmaking, Portland Fashion Institute, Portland Sewing, sewing classes, textiles

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4 fast flat fell seams + a fake one! Hide your raw edges in a sporty way.
Fashion Career Help Offered
Portland Fashion Institute
2111 NE 43rd Ave., Portland OR
Phone: (503) 927-5457
Email: info@pfi.edu

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-9pm Sat 10am-5pm Sun Closed

1 block north of NE 43rd & Sandy BUS: #12 bus, MAX: 7 blocks from the Hollywood MAX station

PFI Supply
4225 NE Tillamook Portland OR
Phone: ‭(971) 801-6446‬
Email: portlandsewing@gmail.com
https://pfisewing.com/

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Got a scrap of stretch lace? A hunk of elastic? Got a scrap of stretch lace?  A hunk of elastic?  Upcycle them into some fun lingerie.  Need the skills?  Learn from Lisa Lingerie #sewingclass
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It shouldn’t work but it does. A little bit of It shouldn’t work but it does.  A little bit of elastic.  A little bit of stretch lace.  Next thing you know you have a bralette. Lingerie #sewingclass with Lisa starts today.  #HappyFriday
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Lisa clearly explains things and is patient and kind.  Just a terrific class.
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It’s 2021. It’s a New Year. Time to do what It’s 2021.  It’s a New Year.  Time to do what you’ve always wanted to do.  Your future starts this weekend.  PFI’s annual apparel entrepreneur series launches Saturday with business developer, Karen Spencer.
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Making dreams come true since 2010.
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Make darts not hate. Nothing better than the joy Make darts not hate.  Nothing better than the joy of a well-made garment.  Apparel Construction #sewingclass with Lisa. Don't forget to download our free ham pattern @pfi_supply  Then show us your skills.
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After all, it is your life.  Let's make it the best one ever.
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Your future in #fashiondesign is waiting for you. Your future in #fashiondesign is waiting for you. Apparel created by Ciara Xyerra. Apparel Construction #sewingclass taught by Lisa.
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It’s as easy as that. Have an idea you wish you It’s as easy as that.  Have an idea you wish you could draw?  Adri teaches Adobe. BTW — She then made the pattern, cut then sewed this vest.  You can do this. You got this.
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We believe dreams can come true.
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Life feeling crazy? Here’s something you can co Life feeling crazy?  Here’s something you can control.  It’s called fabric.  Conquer life with creativity.  Learn the basics.  You got this.
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We are no longer dressing to be seen. Our priorities have shifted to demand maximum comfort..
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Your future in #fashiondesign is waiting for you. Your future in #fashiondesign is waiting for you.  Apparel created by Luba Snigur.  Apparel Construction #sewingclass taught by Lisa.
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