Image: Fine Art America (Granger).
What's better than making fabulous vintage inspired garments and accessories? Making them with the support of kindred spirits!
Join us for our monthly Art Deco Society of Los Angeles Makers Group, drop-in online socials. They are open to all members. Even if you don’t have a project to share, drop in and get inspired.
We're calling these virtual meetups “Snugs.” They are an opportunity to visit with our talented members - to share our creativity and offer peer support in working through challenges with our projects.
Join our Makers Community! Participate with an inclusive group of people with a wide variety of
maker expertise and interests. Are you stuck on a step in your sewing project and need some advice to get you back on track? Do you want an opinion on which view to choose on your pattern? Are you new to buttonholes and zippers and want some guidance? Peer support is the name of the game.
However, you are welcome to sign up to watch and learn.
Topic of the Month:
Beach and Resort Attire: Feel inspired for a day at the beach or your local yacht club. From bathing costumes to beach pajamas, linen suits and more, let’s explore how to look and feel your best while boating, yachting, sunning, and cocktailing. We’ll be sharing tips and tricks to make and fake a look for an Art Deco elevated resort experience.
Do you have a vintage bathing costume or any other project you’re working on? Bring it to share and/or collaborate with other vintage enthusiasts.
Join us for a fun, interactive conversation – and, come away energized!
You can also bring your favorite vintage sewing tool to share live on camera and/or a current project that you are working on. Or, maybe you have fabric and a pattern that you are about to start work on.
Our group moderator is Corrie Bree Wardlow who has made everything from Renaissance costumes to actual spacesuits. Corrie says, “I am a sewist and creator- I specialize in historical costuming and corsets, and I love to teach others the joys of sewing as well!”
This is a free virtual program on Zoom for members of ADSLA, but you must reserve a ticket. The wording on the ticket page says “BUY TICKET” but you will not be charged.
Your viewing link will come to you in the confirmation you get immediately after registering. Please save the email where you can find it to Zoom in on the day of the program. Only one ticket is necessary per household/device. These programs will not be recorded as they are interactive and require live participation.
Define “Snug!”
A "snug" in the 1920s was a small, private room or enclosed area in a pub, originating in the 19th century in Ireland and the UK. These spaces provided discretion for patrons who preferred not to be seen in the main pub area, such as women, clergy, or those who wanted a more private, quieter experience away from the bustling main bar. They often featured a small window or hatch for drinks to be served, allowing patrons to remain hidden from public view while still being able to drink.