I had to pass this information along as it incorporates 2 of my favorite things! History and making things!!
See information below and contact Abby Hoffman directly.

History Colorado Family Programs Facilitator –Make and Take Craft Room

This is a paid, part-time, non-benefited position (18-24 hours/week)
at the History Colorado Center.  The rate is $10 per hour.

Position Purpose: To welcome family visitors to the History Colorado Center and facilitate their participation in our craft activities.

Our make and take craft activities are designed to supplement a family’s museum experience by giving our visitors the ability to engage in craft activities that build upon exhibit themes throughout the museum.  Activities for all ages are offered each weekend from the beginning of May through Memorial Day, and daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day.  The make and take room will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All activities in the make and take room are free for adults with museum admission.

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for selecting the daily craft, learning the associated content, and teaching the content and craft to family visitors
• Be at the History Colorado Center 3-4 days per week to run the craft room
• Use

Springtime is here and Sew Heidi is back at it again teaching Colorado designers the skill of taking their designs and getting them into Adobe Illustrator. This is a MUST HAVE tool for designers who are ready to take things to the next level…

If you want to get a job in the fashion design industry, refine your skills  to get ahead, or start your own label, Illustrator is the industry standard software you need to master. Illustrator, as a tool, allows communication of ideas to buyers, factories and investors. This comprehensive course teaches all of the skills you need to know for using Illustrator for the Fashion Design Industry.  Below are just a few topics that will be covered:

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Hello Brandi,

Project Runway is Now Casting!

We’re excited to offer the platform and benefits to new designers who want to compete for a chance to show their fashion designs during New York Fashion Week, and the opportunity to win $100,000 to launch their own fashion line.

The deadline to receive applications is March 15^th, 2012. Applicants can apply at http://www.bmpcasting.com/casting/pr/ and email us at prcasting@bunim-murray.com.  (PLEASE NOTE: Internet Explorer (IE) has some trouble with that site, so if you experience any difficulties, try opening it in another browser.)

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As our state’s fashion scene continues to grow, some of Denver’s fashion industry leaders have come together to create an association in which fashion can come together to truly grow and support all that Colorado has to offer. What the community needs is input from you! What do YOU NEED? What do you see IS LACKING? How can we come together to be even stronger?

One reason that I am SO PROUD to be part of Colorado is because of our strong community. It’s important to understand that we need to support each other, not be divided.

Now, on that note!

Become a fan on Facebook  of the Fashion Association Denver to follow the latest news!

Take the survey on fashion in Colorado HERE because YOUR opinion matters!

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