We are working with the Round Hill Arts Center in Loudoun County, Virginia to present a series of workshops for steampunks, costumers, do-it-yourselfers, artists and art-lovers. We would love to hear from you – want do you want to learn? What projects do you want a hand with? What do you want to make?
October 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2012, 7-9pm – Corset Construction with P. Phineas von Hedwig. Cheap corsets abound on the internet, but weak boning and poor construction make most not worth the cost of shipping. The only way such a form-fitting garment will truly accentuate your figure and your wardrobe is if it is fitted to you.
If you can sew, steampunk’s Fearless Fabricator can show you how to custom fit a corset to your body, wardrobe, and budget. Chip has made dozens of corsets for many different-shaped women and men. His online corset-fitting tutorial is one of the most popular on the web, and now he’s bringing his expertise to Round Hill Art Center. After a review of the history and potential of the corset, you will choose the shape most flattering for your shape, and learn how to custom-fit a one-of-a-kind corset just for you. You will leave the class with the corset you’ve always wanted, and the ability to make more. $100 for 4 classes + $25 materials fee includes everything but the corset cover fabric, which of course you will want to pick out for yourself!
Register today, have a new, perfectly-fitted corset by Halloween!
October 19, 2012, 6:30-9:30pm Fascinator workshop and Ladies’ Night at Round Hill Arts Center. The fascinator is staging a fashion coupe – steampunk, burlesque, pin-up, rockabilly, even Kate Middleton’s stylish head. Dress your head at this hands-on workshop with Steampunk Family. Refreshments served and wine available at Bogati Bogeda next door. Have fund crafting yourself a truly unique accessory in a relaxed setting! $20 + $10 materials fee.
