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March – September 2017 Mar – Sep 2017
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Mar
1
Wed
Call to Artists: Ragfinery’s Cirque du Couture Runway Challenge @ Ragfinery
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Mar 1 @ 10:00 am
Call to Artists: Ragfinery's Cirque du Couture Runway Challenge @ Ragfinery | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Ragfinery, Bellingham’s nucleus of creative textile reuse, announces its much anticipated runway “challenge” and seeks artists of all ages and skill levels to participate. This year’s theme, Cirque du Couture, offers innovative artists, designers, seamstresses and other creative types a fantastical inspiration from which to springboard designs.

Drawing ideas from the popular Cirque du Soleil performance ensemble, participants will create runway-ready creations out of anything they can find at Ragfinery! With the support of enthusiastic community members as an audience, participants will model their creations on the red carpet runway to a panel of local judges, and winners will be announced the night of the show.

The challenge will open for artist registration on Wednesday, March 1 for a $20 registration fee. Materials can then be purchased from Ragfinery. There will be a cap of 25 participants, and materials are first come first serve, so early registration is encouraged. Individuals interested in participating can sign up in person at Ragfinery (1421 N. Forest Street, Bellingham). Registration closes as soon as all spots have been filled.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Non-Profit Fundraising Events Tags: circus design fashion Fundraiser runway
Sep
22
Fri
Ragfinery’s Sewing Rodeo: LIVE Upcycle Sewing Challenge! @ Ragfinery
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Sep 22 @ 5:30 pm
Ragfinery's Sewing Rodeo: LIVE Upcycle Sewing Challenge! @ Ragfinery | Bellingham | Washington | United States

September is National Sewing Month, and we want to celebrate! Join us for this 2-day, fun-filled, nail-biting, LIVE sewing and design upcycle challenge at Ragfinery.

In true rodeo spirit, teams of two will work in cahoots to create their version of what a modern day cowgirl might wear on the mean streets of Bellingham. Remember y’all, it’s not just about leather, fringe and boots. It’s more about the spirit of it. Our B’ham cowgirls are independent, creative and passionate with their own take on things!

On Friday afternoon our teams will meet up at the ol’ Ragfinery for the kick-off and be turned loose on a mad dash to round up their materials. They’ll head home to sketch out their ideas that evening, and then high tail it back to Ragfinery on Saturday morning and have the day to rustle up a garment that represents their funky vision. The sky’s the limit!

Our Rodeo will finish up with a saunter down the runway at Ragfinery that evening, and prizes will be awarded. Mark your calendars, grab a pardner, and head on down to see what all the ruckus is about!

Keep informed of updates via our Facebook event page and website.

Schedule:
Friday, 8/25
10:00 a.m.: Artist entry opens – register in-store at Ragfinery

Friday, 9/22
5:30 p.m.: Challengers orientation and materials dash

Saturday, 9/23
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: LIVE sewing competition! Come see the teams in action and cheer them on.
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.: In-store runway show.
5:00 – 5:30 p.m.: Judging, awards, refreshments

Admission for the entire event is FREE!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Women Focused Events Tags: competition environment fashion Fiber Arts nonprofit recycle runway sewing upcycle
Sep
23
Sat
Ragfinery’s Sewing Rodeo: LIVE Upcycle Sewing Challenge! @ Ragfinery
Tickets
Sep 23 @ 10:00 am
Ragfinery's Sewing Rodeo: LIVE Upcycle Sewing Challenge! @ Ragfinery | Bellingham | Washington | United States

September is National Sewing Month, and we want to celebrate! Join us for this 2-day, fun-filled, nail-biting, LIVE sewing and design upcycle challenge at Ragfinery.

In true rodeo spirit, teams of two will work in cahoots to create their version of what a modern day cowgirl might wear on the mean streets of Bellingham. Remember y’all, it’s not just about leather, fringe and boots. It’s more about the spirit of it. Our B’ham cowgirls are independent, creative and passionate with their own take on things!

On Friday afternoon our teams will meet up at the ol’ Ragfinery for the kick-off and be turned loose on a mad dash to round up their materials. They’ll head home to sketch out their ideas that evening, and then high tail it back to Ragfinery on Saturday morning and have the day to rustle up a garment that represents their funky vision. The sky’s the limit!

Our Rodeo will finish up with a saunter down the runway at Ragfinery that evening, and prizes will be awarded. Mark your calendars, grab a pardner, and head on down to see what all the ruckus is about!

Keep informed of updates via our Facebook event page and website.

Schedule:
Friday, 8/25
10:00 a.m.: Artist entry opens – register in-store at Ragfinery

Friday, 9/22
5:30 p.m.: Challengers orientation and materials dash

Saturday, 9/23
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: LIVE sewing competition! Come see the teams in action and cheer them on.
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.: In-store runway show.
5:00 – 5:30 p.m.: Judging, awards, refreshments

Admission for the entire event is FREE!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Women Focused Events Tags: competition environment fashion Fiber Arts nonprofit recycle runway sewing upcycle
March – September 2017 Mar – Sep 2017