Naailessen

Sewing lessons & Newsletter

SEWING COURSE THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN LEARN:

I have been giving sewing lessons for fifteen years to share my passion and skills with enthusiasts:

- Sewing techniques by hand and with the machine

- Learning to work with a sewing and lock machine

- Transferring patterns onto (your own) fabric and then perfecting them together with me into a real garment

- For those who want it, I also give style advice "along the way" to create a beautiful piece of fashion

- Complete freedom in using your fabrics pattern

- At your own level and at your own pace

METHOD:

- 1 evening every week on Tuesday evening; The lesson lasts 2 1/2 hours

- Group size is 4-6 people (so I have plenty of time for individual guidance)

- There is a lot of interest in the sewing lessons; I have a waiting list; So register early.

- In principle, people register for half a year;

- We continue during the school holidays; In consultation, replacement lessons will be scheduled with the entire group (but in principle not during the weekend)

SPECIAL LESSONS: You can also inquire with me about individual sewing lessons

MY GROUP OF THE YEAR 2020

HOW DID ALL THIS HAPPEN?

My journey in fashion: From passion to own business I started my career in fashion when I was 20, and since then I have always had two goals in mind: 1. Delivering craftsmanship. 2. Getting creative with my customers. In 2009, my husband and I were looking for a new home, but not necessarily a new place to settle. I had had a studio at home for fifteen years. But when I saw this building, it was immediately clear: this was the place for my work. I immediately got a feeling of space and possibilities. "Now I finally have enough space to create!" I said to myself. And now, in 2025, I have been working here with great pleasure for fifteen years. In my shop I sell women's clothing, designed by myself. What makes my designs unique is the personal approach I put into my work. Everything is made with care and attention to detail, so that every customer feels special in my creations. My fashion education was the foundation, but the real magic happened during my internships in Paris, where I really mastered the craft of "Coupe et Couture" – design and sewing – for two years. It was there that I gained my first experience in management, and I noticed that the way of thinking about fashion and entrepreneurship in France was very different from the Netherlands or Germany. It was a valuable experience that helped me develop my own vision. Since then, I have been living happily in the Netherlands, where I seized my chances more than thirty years ago. But I am also aware that success does not come by itself – you really have to work for it, just like when you are looking for gold. What strikes me is that many people here in the Netherlands are afraid to start their own business. They think it costs a lot of money, but in reality you can also start with simple equipment and expand more and more. The most important thing is to persevere and follow your passion! I think that my thirty years of experience in the business have been a great advantage, but what I find especially important is that you never stop learning and growing. Entrepreneurship is a journey that can only be taken if you are fully committed to it.

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SOME LINKS THAT YOU MAY FIND INTERESTING:

1) TRENDS IN 2025

Source: Bijenkorf, fashion editor Anita Vukovic

Link: These are the fashion trends of spring/summer 2025 • Inspiration • de Bijenkorf

Characteristic: unique & diverse

Fashion becomes a way to tell your own story, through garments that reflect your personality. This no longer means uniformity, but rather a fusion of styles, fabrics and influences from different eras. That is why the characteristic fashion trend will be seen a lot in the streets in 2025. From handmade, artisanal pieces such as a special sweater to garments with a modern twist, think of jeans with unique applications. Give a fresh twist to your look with accessories in new silhouettes.

Chic: elegant & luxurious

In 2025, we dare to embrace luxury materials, timeless designs and detailed finishing. This trend encourages us to re-think fashion as an investment in timeless pieces that last. Garments are no longer just functional, but become works of art in themselves, with an emphasis on high-quality fabrics such as silk, cashmere and fine leather. Elegance is expressed in sleek silhouettes, subtle colours and a perfect fit. Accessories radiate an unmistakable elegance and shine, and add a rich touch to your look.

Fanatical: sporty & preppy

Influences from the sports world merge with the sophistication of preppy style, fashion is becoming more dynamic and energetic. Comfort and functionality are at the forefront of this trend, but with a bold aesthetic that is perfect for the modern, active lifestyle. Sporty elements such as sweatpants, sneakers and sporty jackets are combined with preppy accents such as polo shirts and blazers for an unexpected mix of casual and chic.

2) THE COMPLETE OVERVIEW OF FALL FASHION: Source Emma Vloeimans, Harpers Bazaar

- link: Fashion trends fall/winter 2024: the complete overview (harpersbazaar.com)

3) IN DUBAI DURING THE CLIMATE CONFERENCE, SUSTAINABLE CLOTHING WAS ALSO DISCUSSION:

- Link:
The EcoChic Design Award (bgnesnews.com)

4) And then the three slightly older actresses also present themselves in a nice way: Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Anne Hathaway receive the SAG Awards

https://www.theblondesalad.com/fashion/il-sequel-de-il-diavolo-veste-prada-e-finalmente-in-lavorazione/

5) My tip for a link that exposes everything about fashion: https://www.theblondesalad.com/

The blond salad als verwijstip van La Difference

6) I'm an Italy fan, so what's always fun is the opening of the Festival season Nameless Festival 2024: the start of the summer festival season in Italy - The Blonde Salad

And let's not forget: the Biennale in Venice (with a resident of The Hague as curator of the Dutch entry!!) Until November 24, 2024

link: Venice Biennale - Mondriaan Fund

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