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In The Studio with Ron Collins

In The Studio with Ron Collins

Spend some time in the studio with Ron Collins!  Ron first began teaching at the workroom in 2023 and we have looked forward to his twice yearly visits since then.  Ron is Canada’s best known sewing personality and is adored as a designer, speaker and teacher. He is the first male Canadian Designer to have his own line of patterns with Vogue Patterns, which premiered in 2017.

March 20, 2025 — Alexis Da Silva-Powell
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Ron Collins Teaching aGarment Workshop in Parkdale Toronto with students listening

Ron Collins is Back in Parkdale this Spring!

Elevate your clothing pattern fit + sewing this Spring! Join us at ​Noble Space​ in Toronto for some continued garment making + learning! Add valuable know-how to your fitting and sewing repertoire from Vogue Designer and Special Guest Instructor, Ron Collins.
November 13, 2024 — rosa moniz tarle
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The Person Behind Capstone Pattern Co.

The Person Behind Capstone Pattern Co.

Meet Laura Fullerton the owner and designer behind Capstone Pattern Co.!  Capstone Pattern Co. is a small Canadian business striving to provide thoughtfully designed, timeless, easy-to-follow sewing patterns for modern-day makers as well as a line of quality woven garment labels for your handmade projects.
October 31, 2024 — Alexis Da Silva-Powell
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New Classes! Georgia Tee & Plateau Jogger

New Classes! Georgia Tee & Plateau Jogger

Are you ready for some new Apparel Classes? Leo's been busy preparing some fun and cozy projects for everyone to make!

The Georgia Tee by Elizabeth Suzanne is a woven top and dress design, ideal for first time garment makers and a great wardrobe essential! Get started on Wednesday February 7, from 5:30pm-8:30pm for 2 sessions.

The Plateau Joggers by Closet Core will keep you warm this Winter! This intermediate workshop is an opportunity to take working with knits to another level. The unique design offers wrap-around pockets and a fabric cuff or gathered elastic hem. This 3 session class meets on Wednesdays beginning February 21, from 5:30-8:30pm.

January 12, 2024 — Alexis Da Silva-Powell
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