No space is too small to start sewing!
An entire room is ideal, but good news - anywhere works. Use that empty attic, a corner of your living room, or cloffice (yes, a closet-converted office). A work desk and a chair are your starting point!
Struggling to find inspiration for your next project? Taking a much-needed break from your daily humdrum routine?
Here is a curated list of 5 fashion documentaries that are not only the perfect escape for daily life but also a promised land for anyone who is curious about the behind-the-scenes of fashion shows, the history behind the most important figures and moments in fashion history, or, just to simply admire the beauty of fashion itself…
Rosemary Schwartz is a Made Institute student who is debuting at Philly Fashion Week in February 2020! She has collaborated with a Philadelphia based brand called Llani which designs and sells shoes that Rosemary and us all greatly admire. She first saw the brand at the Fishtown Flea Market where she became obsessed!
Welcome to the Made Institute blog! As Philadelphia’s independent fashion design and sewing school, our mission is to give our perspective on the ever changing world of fashion and art. On this blog you will find student interviews, showcases for local businesses, and commentary on the most recent fashion developments!