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Looking Back at 2020

1/9/2021

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​I had a nice little break at the end of the year, culminating in finishing my original design Anna costume, adapting the colors from Anna's first coronation gown and the shape and design of Anna's intro gown in Frozen II during the song 'Some Things Never Change". This was a costume I started in March, but I lost steam due to interest in other designs. This costume started out the year 2021 with my first completed costume!!!

Upon reflection of all of the work I completed in 2020, I was really excited about all that I was able to do this year. With the world changing due to a pandemic, unemployment due to quarantine and shut downs, and such uncertainty with aspects in my own life, I am proud that I was able to create so many beautiful things. I know that many people want to move into 2021 and pretend as if 2020 never existed, but not me. I want to look back at 2020 with the knowledge that when things were bad, and looking bleak I was able to take time for myself and create. I plan on looking at 2020 as my year of inspiration and creation. Below I am going to share the photos of the 2020 costumes I created/photographed. 

Going back into the swing of work with a few winter workshops (a few of them Cosplay related). I have just been so excited to get back into my new and ever evolving routine of teaching people to create in whatever way that I can. 


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​Would you like to see what I am teaching and WHERE I am teaching check out https://www.sewwhatlearning.com to see what classes are going on!

Would you like to have input on what I work on next or learn about Cosplay or Costume Design? Join my Patreon, to see all of this and more.  ( https://www.patreon.com/sewwhat ). Join me on my creative journey, and see some new concepts before anyone else.
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Revamping My Etsy Shop and SALES!

12/4/2020

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This last month has been interesting. I am really getting the hang of my teaching schedule and have some AMAZING classes and workshops on the horizon. Working all of these out has really taken alot of time and effort, but I am so happy that I did it, I really think the winter workshops I am teaching through Compass are going to be incredible. If you would like to see all of the classes I am teaching and where I am teaching them, check out www.sewwhatlearning.com . I have even begun teaching private sewing lessons and consultations, I have really loved teaching people how to sew and am so happy that I can start doing that again.

As if creating 8 week long workshops, setting up private lessons, and teaching my classes wasn't enough, I decided that I really wanted to revamp my Etsy shop with some new and holiday items. I am putting out more items as I finish them, and it feels really great to make these small items with the intent of selling them. To check out my Etsy shop click the 'Shop!' tab or go to www.sewwhat.shop .

I have not worked as much on cosplays as I would have liked this month, but with everything else going on, I really don't feel bad about that decision to prioritize other things. But that being said, a few weeks ago I met up with two incredible friends to shoot ALL of my Jasmine costumes!!!! I am so excited to see how they turn out, especially since Jasmine and Belle were my favorite princesses growing up. Belle has been getting a bunch of love lately, but it is now time for the Sultana to have her time to shine.
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It's All Going Pretty Great!

11/3/2020

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​First quarter of classes have finished up and goodness! What a start to the year! I am so excited that everything has started off so great! My students are fabulous, and I have begun to open up some new ideas for class, virtually and in person. I also have finally gotten a location for sewing lessons in Herndon! I am excited that I can continue to share my love of sewing with whomever has an interest!

Cosplay wise, I feel so great with what I have been working on! Princess Phillip is finished and the green Belle dress is coming along so nicely! I even got tons of photos from some shoots over the summer: Belle (Yellow), Belle (Pink), Belle (Broadway), and the Sunset Dragon Lightfury! They look incredible, which is no surprise because Nick Ferris is a wizard! I have a shoot later this week for a few more costumes, and I am just so excited to get out and get them documented to share with you all!

I also would like to say thank you to my Patrons! Cindy and Jerry Larson, Nick Ferris, and Jennifer Glinzak. Thank you so much for your support of my version of art. I am forever grateful.


Would you like to have input on what I work on next or learn about Cosplay or Costume Design? Join my Patreon, to see all of this and more.  ( https://www.patreon.com/sewwhat ). Join me on my creative journey, and see some new concepts before anyone else.
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Elsa is Done and School is in Session!

9/23/2020

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The school year has started! I have been learning so much about technology with all of this distance learning. I have had so much fun planning my classes for this year. I am teaching Elementary Creative Writing, Elementary and Middle School Theater, Fashion Design, and Costume Design. I am also honored to have my first few Patrons! Thank you to Nick and Jen for joining me on my creative journey!

Guess what? I finished my Into the Unknown Elsa dress! This was a pattern that I drafted from scratch and that features many many rhinestones and some stellar embroidery. Hopefully I will be finishing my Fairy Godmother before the end of the month, so I can begin work on Princess Phillip or Belle's Green Dress.

Would you like to have input on what I work on next or learn about Cosplay or Costume Design? Join my Patreon, to see all of this and more.  ( https://www.patreon.com/sewwhat ). Join me on my creative journey, and see some new concepts before anyone else.


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A Shift In Perspective

8/30/2020

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​This has been a busy summer with lots of changes for me and my professional life, as well as the obvious changes that have been made due to Covid. I have been doing some soul searching, and do you know what got me through this challenging time? Just sitting back and letting my creative tangents fly! This summer I have created approximately 14 new cosplays, and began writing up a curriculum for release for my costume design passion, so that others can learn about costume design and my process of how it is done. I know this is just the beginning of the changes and challenges for me this year, but I am ready for the challenge. With all of these changes I have decided to create a Patreon where I can share things early with anyone who has an interest or just wants to be a part of the creation. ( https://www.patreon.com/sewwhat ) Join me on my continued creative adventure.

On another note, I have had a few socially distant photoshoots for some of the costumes you haven't seen yet! So stay tuned for some epic non-mannequin photos!
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A Whole New World

6/12/2020

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Hello one and all. I know it has been a while since my last written update, but as I am sure all of you have noticed, the world has been going through some changes. With all of these changes has been my feeling of needing to react. I am proud to say that I have been able to donate around 300 masks to various agencies that have called out with a need. I am a part of two separate Covid 19 reopening committees, so that I can be a part of the problem solving portion of reopening theaters and schools.

On a personal matter, all of my current productions from March through the end of the summer have either been postponed or cancelled and my classes have either been cancelled or moved to an online format. This has been an odd adjustment, but has presented a new and interesting adventure. I am finding new ways to continue my education in Fashion, Historical Fashion, Sewing, Corsetry, and so much more. Since I am unable to share my knowledge with my students at this time, I am happy to go out and learn more, so that when I can sit down and teach again, I can give my students even more than before, and hopefully in new and different ways.

While my teaching and theater productions have had to take a backseat to current events, I am keeping sane by keeping my creative juices flowing! As of this message I have completed 6 new cosplays, and have several in various stages of completeness. I am proud to say that during all of this I was able to finish a costume that has been waiting for me since 2015! As I finish things I will be moving them to the complete costumes portion of the site, but professional photos won't be coming for a while, so bear with me.

I hope all of you are staying safe, staying sane, and staying creative. Keep your brain on it's toes! Write, draw, sew, photograph, sculpt, or whatever your passion is. Learn something new, perfect a skill, but don't stop learning and growing just because our lives are changing.

Below are the new costumes! Enjoy!
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Happy New Year!

1/15/2020

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Happy New Year! I don't know about you, but I am so ready for the year to begin! I have all of the shows I have been contacted about thus far posted below, so keep an eye out for any shows you may have an interest in. I am happy to announce that over then next few months I will be having some new cosplays photographed, I am so excited to share them with you all. Katsucon is also right around the corner, so that of course means some new and fun costumes and collaborations. 

I also have been doing some remodeling of my sewing room! So new projects won't be starting right away, but I am planning on hitting the ground running when my space is workable again. I look forward to updating you all about some fun new projects that are on the horizon in the next few months.

Have a great start to this fabulous new year!

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March 20 - 22 & March 27 - 28
Freaky Friday
Bishop Ireton High School
Sewing/Costuming Instructor

March 20 - 22 & March 27 - 29
Mary Poppins Jr. 
Seneca Ridge Middle School
Costume Designer

April 24 - 26
A Wrinkle in Time
Swanson Middle School
Costume Designer

July 31 - August 2, August 7 - 9, & August 14 - 16
Matilda
Sterling Playmakers
Co-Costume Designer

October 16 - 18 & October 20 - 22
The Social Secretary
Sterling Playmakers
Co-Costume Designer
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Finally, Taking a Couple of Days Off!

10/6/2019

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I think this may have been the busiest month of my career so far! This has been a great month, even with all of the show openings and last minute changes to cast and costumes. Beauty and the Beast opened and closed with GREAT success! This show was a fun spin to the traditional costumes done by this production, and I am honored to have been a part of it. TWO shows opened this weekend, both of which I was the designer for: Anne of Green Gables and Pride and Prejudice. With these two shows stacked, it has been rather crazy around here, but I have faith they will be received very well.

On the horizon, next month, are the productions of Much Ado About Nothing and Little Women. One production will be designed and created by myself and my assistant, and the other will be put on by my fabulous students at Bishop Ireton High School.

PHOTOS ARE POSTED! I am happy to announce that photos have been posted for Anne of Green Gables and for Beauty and the Beast (The Arlington Players). Feel free to take a look!

At the moment I am going to be taking a much needed break...until it is time to hop back in to next month's productions.I will make sure to post more photos and updates as they become available.
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Beauty and the Beast is BACK! (again)

9/9/2019

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So many wonderful things to share! For starters let's keep you in the loop about another fun show opening! BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is opening on Saturday, September 14th! This show is a must-see if you are a Disney fan or a cosplayer. I was not the lead designer on this production, but got to heavily assist (as you all know I have been swamped with shows). Please come out and see this show put on by The Arlington Players!

PHOTOS!
I am also happy to announce that I have many more photos that are live! How to Succeed, Beauty and the Beast (Herndon HS), and Frozen Jr. are all live and posted on their individual pages! Take a look.
 
SHOWS!
As you know I have many shows on the horizon! (Check out the list and dates below) If you have free time on a weekend anytime between this weekend and mid-December, check out my shows! I have almost one show a weekend until Christmas!

EDUCATION!
Do you think that shows are enough? I think NOT! That's right! School is starting and I am teaching. This year I am teaching Costume Design/Sewing at Bishop Ireton High School and teaching Elementary Theater at the Compass Homeschool Classes, as well as a Theater Workshop at Positive Ally Learning Center.

With so much on the horizon I am excited to keep things moving! I will post pictures as they become available so keep an eye out for more fun photos!
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A Moment to Breathe?

8/15/2019

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How to Succeed at Business Without Really Trying is closed. That show was something amazing to be a part of, I had an amazing and supportive cast and crew, and I hope I can work with all of them again in the future. ESPECIALLY my amazing co-designer Shanna, she kept me sane throughout the entire experience, and I hope that someday she and I will get to work together again.

This week also closed another round of summer camp shows: Attack of the Killer Grasshoppers, The Adventures of Captain Starblaster, and Fitting In. I am extremely fortunate to have been hired by Young Actors Theater, hosted by the Reston Community Center. These shows had amazing and creative directors and technical staff. Once again I had someone by my side who was instrumental in getting those three shows off the ground, Kelsey. I hope she comes back to the area after college so I can cosplay with her and work another show or two with her.

While these shows were up and running I had the immense pleasure of advising from afar ANOTHER production of Beauty and the Beast. I was so excited to see my costumes from last summer revived on stage again, and getting the chance to remake some costumes that I wished I could have spent more time on last year. I am so grateful that they allowed me to offer any aid I could, and use my costumes again. I got some amazing photos that I will have to share as soon as I go through them.

Now I am sure you are wondering, when is Judith taking a break...well this week, and then I hop back into the fray! I have some exciting shows on the horizon. I am hoping to finish a few cosplays as well! More updates and photos to come!

Attached is the photo of Shanna, the magnificent, and myself on opening night of How to Succeed!

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    ​I love to sew: be it reattaching buttons on a coat, sewing a new dress, or even making something beautiful to wear or compete in. 
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    I am 24 years old and a graduate of the University of Texas - Arlington. My base of operations is constantly on the move around the country. 

    I am looking forward to the adventure that Sew What?! is offering me as an online portfolio.

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