January Hive 2013

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The first Hive of 2013 will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2013 and the focus will be clothing!
Here's the schedule:

Noon - 1pm  - The BUZZCome early,catch up with friends, meet new people – get the latest buzz.  We’ll be talking about this year’s ChallengeEvent.  So if you were considering participating, stop by and find out what it’sall about.  
Lecture: 1pm -1:45 -- The Process of Putting Together a Great Kit What are the steps to creating a really terrific kit? Wewill explore where to start, how to document your choices using primary sources,as well as selecting appropriate patterns and fabric. Most importantly, we’lllook at the elements that set an impression apart, from the fit to the details. Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced reenactor who would like toget to the next level of accuracy, you should find this helpful.
Breakout Sessions 2 pm - 4 pm
●      NewbieClinic for Women – By watching our models transform into their 18^thcentury selves, you’ll learn about how to build your kit from the inside out andfrom head to toe.
●      KitTune up for Men -- Fixing Baggie Breeches & Wobbly Waistcoats  -- A good fit can dramatically improve thelook of your small clothes, even if you bought them off the rack. Bring yourill-fitting breeches and waistcoat and learn the simple methods you need toknow to give them a proper 18^th century fit.
●      Convertingyour Center Front Closing Gown into A Stomacher/Robings Gown  -- If you have some leftover fabric (or amatching petticoat) you can easily make your center front closing gown into astomacher front gown – a style that is more appropriate for Battle Road/pre1780’s New England
●      Darninga Sock – Have you blown out the heel of your stocking?  Ripped a hole in them running through thewoods? Learn how to repair the damage! Save your stockings with this useful skill
●      Hand Sewing101 – Are you taking any of the clothing workshops this year? Considering handsewing a garment but don’t know where to start? Join us for a primer on basichand sewing – from what kind of needle to select to mastering the basicstitches you’ll need to know. You will make a small drawstring bag
●      Finishing Your Shift – Have you finished the shift you started at a previous Hiveworkshop?  If you need an littlemotivation or help restarting your shift project, join Sharon for a shiftsewing circle.
You'll be able to register thru the Hive website starting next week.  In the meantime, if you have any questions email hiveworkshops@gmail.com