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CLASSES & MORE
Goodwives Linens is excited to offer classes for groups, personal lessons and trouble-shooting sessions, fitting help, workshops, and sewing groups.
We aim to provide personalized experiences for you or your group! Read through the various offerings we have below and contact Blair if you have further questions or would like to engage our services
WORKSHOPS, ETC.
See something you're interested in?
CAP CLASS
Online or In Person
Using a GWL pattern, we provide personalized instruction on making an 18th century linen cap. Class topics include (but are not limited to): cutting linen using a pattern, hand stitches needed to make a cap, hairstyling and wearing, decoration. Cost of materials and pattern can be included with this class.
8 person minimum to schedule. In-person 2 day class. Virtual class taught over 3 - 1.5 hour sessions.
BONNET CLASS
Online or In Person
Using the GWL/Penny River Costumes Yorktown Bonnet pattern, we provide personalized instruction on making an 18th century bonnet. Class topics include (but are not limited to): cutting out a pattern, hand stitches needed to make the bonnet, styling the bonnet for various class impressions, decoration, etc. Cost of materials and pattern can be included with this class.
8 person minimum. In-person 1 day class. Virtual class taught over 2 - 1.5 hour sessions.
PRESENTATIONS/DEMONSTRATIONS
Online or In Person
We at GWL have spent many years researching, sewing, and wearing historic costume, and would love to share that knowledge with your group or at your event! Topics we cover include (but are not limited to): dress differences among class, the evolution of style through the 18th century, achieving a proper fit and "out of a portrait" look, and much more.
We are also available to provide sewing, fitting, dressmaking, and "getting dressed" demonstrations within the context of 18th century clothing.
PROJECT SUPPORT
Online
Do you ever take on a project and find yourself "in over your head"? We know that feeling! That's why we offer personalized project help. We have spent many, many years costuming and sewing, and love helping trouble-shoot "sticky" areas. Whether it's a technique you need extra help mastering, basic fit issues, choosing the best materials, or working with a brand new pattern (and so much more!), we would be happy to lend a helping hand.
Virtual help requires a video chat connection. Priced by the hour, only book what you need!
FITTING AND CONSTRUCTION HELP
In Person
Over the years, we have discovered that properly fitted 18th century women's clothing just NEEDS a second person to achieve. If you are looking for fitting help, we offer in-person assistance for those tricky areas, like back seams and setting sleeves, as well as marking hems and anything else you could use an extra set of hands for. We also provide assistance with construction to help with tight deadlines, new techniques, etc.
Appointments available by the hour, only book what you need. Availability within 90 minutes driving distance, travel fee may apply. Local to Northern Virginia.
DESIGN YOUR OWN
Online or In Person
Is there something not listed here you would like to see? Are you interested in combining two or more of our offerings? We'd love to hear your ideas and see if we can put something together just for you or your group! Send Blair an email to get the conversation started.
A note about classes/workshops
At Goodwives Linens, we have many years of experience sewing, fitting, and instructing and we do price our time accordingly. We are located in Northern Virginia, but are willing to travel within reasonable distances. Travel fees, accommodations, and per diem may be included in a class or workshop agreement, and must be discussed prior to scheduling.