Testimonials
April 2022 Sewing Mentor Program: Enjoyed Creative ideas/ seeing things from another perspective but keeping my profile in mind. She asks “what do you think of that idea? And listens so she can reshape the idea to what you will do. I enjoyed the personal connection we had, and the “give and take” of ideas. LOVED the pattern ideas. I have a lot of patterns collected from sales that I thought I would never use.
What part could be more enjoyable: I needed better IT (tech) set up for our meetings. It was okay but using my phone and holding it. Not Anne’s responsibility but wish I had invested time in figuring out to do it better-maybe on an iPad…not sure. I wanted a stand for the phone at least…just didn’t do it. Would have made FaceTime more enjoyable and less stressful at times.
I liked … that it evolved with my needs and as I “developed” through the process. Was always a little vague if I was asking too much and should have trusted Anne to let me know.
I made use of all of it and connected with so many resources I hadn’t seen like patterns. Broadened my thinking on embellishment, trims, changing things up. Need to push myself to be more adventurous in sewing. I have sewing skills but afraid to use them sometimes.
Anne can work me out of a failure. I was making a pullover sweatshirt type top and there were problems. She suggested doing the center front zipper as embellishment and solved the problem. She sees things from different angles and sees solutions and creative ideas. Best tips for shopping were to always buy 5 yards and to see those scraps as a resource for later changes, up-cycling, or repairs.
Anne nailed it on my style. I am classic no fussy but a wild side of color and animal print, with the unexpected. Anne stayed on track with what I like, continually bringing it back to bold, touch of sparkle, classic, etc. And she really understands what makes frumpy, matronly, out of date to steer me away from those downfalls. (I am 74 and there is a fashionable way to look 74 and a dowdy, out of date way to do 74.)
Bottomline: I feel so fortunate to have found Anne as a mentor and would do it all over again! I feel that I got more than what I wanted out of it. I got what was stated in the description and Anne was more than generous with ideas and coaching. Her personality is what brings all her mentoring to life, I think.
I confirm that the statements on her website about the mentor program are so true!:
“. It is fun, challenging and rewarding for every level of sewist. “
“You and I will talk through your game plan to result in your greater sewing successes.”
Linda M.
AUG 2022 Sewing Mentor Program A few years back my sewing was in the doldrums as I had put on a lot of weight and didn't know how to dress and where to start for the "new" me. I had a cruise coming up and really needed to prepare some new clothes to take with me but was at a loss. I contacted Anne and we set up some video chat sessions to talk it through. Chatting with Anne is like talking to a great sewing buddy. After answering a questionnaire, Anne came up with a formula for my style and was able to suggest patterns and styles that would work for me. Anne helped me understand why some things worked better than others and I really enjoyed our chats. I recently contacted Anne again and we set up another session to talk about colour as I wanted to explore that further. I would highly recommend Anne. The sessions were fun and I felt excited to get sewing again. My cruise wardrobe was a success, and I am now looking forward to playing with colours and having fun with my wardrobe and sewing! Sue K.
Mar 2022 Good Afternoon Anne,
I enjoyed seeing your wardrobe orphans and your process for reimagining them. Laneshia H.
MAR 2022 Your blogs, the you tube videos and expo presentations, fashion photos (everything!) have been very, very helpful and motivating. I have fun going thru my fabric stash and patterns applying what I have learned. Thankyou for doing what you do by being an inspiration to others with your ‘me made’ knowledge!!!!! Giselle R.
MAR 2022 Hi Anne,I just watched (past Expo, regretfully) All Season Wardrobe Recipe Five Basic Pieces plus Frosting on the top. I enjoyed this very much. Emily M.
Mar 2022 Hi, Anne, Re"How to transform wardrobe orphans into go to outfits" class. It was a great class - got lots of ideas. Thanks,Katie A.
Mar2022 Hello Anne,
Your 'Free Stage: How to Transform your Wardrobe Orphans into your Go-to Outfits!' presentation was fantastic and informative. Thank you very much. I would like for you to email me the notes/handout for the presentation, please. I also plan to watch your other free presentations at the Sewing & Stitchery Expo that you mentioned. THANKYOU for what you do. Valda D.
Mar 2022 Hi Anne, I enjoyed your “All Season Wardrobe Recipe” presentation for the 2022 SewExpo. I found the ‘frosting’ concept to be very inspiring. Audrey S.
Mar 2022 Hi Anne, I loved your classes. Lots of good ideas. Sherri G.
Mar 2022 Thank you very much for your free stage presentation! So fun to have you come to us all the way from Australia! Michelle U.
Mar 2022 Hi Anne! Great free stage presentation today! I'm always inspired by your wardrobe ‘know how’.G.R.
Mar 2022 Hi, Anne! Thank you for the inspiring wardrobe orphans talk! I really enjoyed hearing about ways to evaluate why I don't wear those orphans and a good process to determine how to use them or at last resort lose them. :-) Kristen H.
Mar 2022 Good morning Anne,Thank you very much for the demo on "How to Transform Your Wardrobe." I really enjoyed the demo! Mariyn C.
Mar 2022 Thanks Anne for a fascinating and fun class at the Puyallup Expo. I was sorry it had to end so quickly. Much to think about! Lisanne B.
Mar 2022 Good Morning! Your presentation at the Sewing & Stitchery Expo, All Season Wardrobe Recipe: Five Base Pieces plus Frosting on Top! was a delight. Deb B.
Mar 2022 Hi AnneI want to say again how much I enjoyed your workshop. You showed several ponchos, which I loved. Is it possible to get the pattern information for those? I would very much like to see one of your workshops again. Do you have an email list that will tell me when you will be having a workshop? Thank you so much. You inspired me. You impart your information in an entertaining and interesting way. Kinde D.
Mar 2022 Dear Ms. Whalley I attended your workshops today and I would like to receive your notes or hand-out. I learned so much and was so inspired. I immediately went to my closet to begin a thorough study. Thank you so much,Kinde D.
Oct 2021 It's Elizabeth from San Diego, California. I met you and your charming husband in Puyallup a couple years ago, but I'd lurked your blog before that. I had a morning appointment with you at the show, and enjoyed very much your insight. I enjoy seeing your latest creations, so lovely, and colorful, and joyous!! I am happy to see you sewing/creating/blogging/encouraging. Please, keep up the great work! Elizabeth T.
Feb 2021 Anne Thanks for the fabric store tips!! I have subscribed to your blog! I don’t want to miss another post. I have spent the day catching up on your posts and watching some of your videos... very inspiring!!! G.
Feb 2021 Virtual Wrap and Go Workshop SewExpo21 feedback
Thanks so much! Your Wrap n Go pattern is a keeper! - Sally L
Enjoyed your class! Thank you for sending this out! Cindy
Hi Anne. Enjoyed the wrap and go class. I finished my wrap. Cathy
Thanks very much for the instructions. I thoroughly enjoyed your class. It was well organized and efficient and most importantly it was fun. Lorna
Thank you for making your class fun, being well organized, and showing all the possibilities Martha
Thanks for a fun evening. Dee
Thank you! Enjoyed your fun class and love the idea of using the selvage as the hem of the sleeve. Terry
Hi Anne. Thank you so much for doing the workshop. My friends and I who normally go to Sew Expo in Puyallup decided to still have a weekend away. We stayed in a hotel in Couer d'alene, Idaho. We had so much fun. I wasn't able to watch your workshop live as for some reason my class got scheduled on a Thursday instead of my chosen day and that was our travel day. So I just finished watching your video and am now ready to start on my jacket. I hope to see you next year in Puyallup and will forward pictures when I have finished with my project. I was not able to take the survey but would rate everything the best. Thanks again, Lynda H
Thank you so much. We’ll send a picture.Dawna
Thank you for the workshop. I loved watching you do the seam finishes. I wasn't sure what I wanted out of the pattern. This morning I think I want the medium torso, the widest sleeve, and a short length. Sometimes my thought processes aren't in synch with the workshops. I will let you know how it goes. Jean
Do you remember the line from ‘Best of Show’... A fabulous film by Christopher Guest.“What! You brought 11 kimonos!! Response... You’re right, I’ll pack 3 more!”. https://getyarn.io/yarn-clip/ce9049ce-ae44-46d8-9f94-7da9599b4d6f
These are truly addictive.Gail
Feb 2021 Virtual Sewexpo 2021 Hello Anne: I just wanted to send a quick note to tell you how much I enjoyed your virtual presentation on the free stage last night, It was off-the-chain!(another way of saying it was awesome!!!!). I love, love, love your style, glasses and all! I find you to be an Australian version of me! (Oh my gosh!). There were so many people logged on (over 300) and it maxed out, but I kept trying until I got in only missing the first 10 mins. You gave me so much inspiration that I took off work today so I can take some time to go play with my stash. I am the one you were talking to with a lot of fabric & nothing to wear! You are a God send! I loved the background with the fabric storage and I am going to have similar fabric storage cubicles built this spring!!! (Stash organization here I come). Your fabric choices are colorful and vibrant just like your personality! I am in awe!!!! You are a true 'Fashionista' to your profession and it looks good on you, you wear it well!!!! Giselle
Feb 2021 Haddon Community Learning Centre Workshop feedback * Great presentation Loved Anne’s Inclusiveness & generosity * the enthusiasm & inspiration plus the understanding of different fabrics * OK to have my body shape Extremely informative Building confidence *Learning to measure properly, choose colours and fabric to suit my style and which fabrics work for certain patterns
Jan 2021 Sewing Mentor program HI Anne, I have been thinking about emailing you everyday since we talked, as I think about our talk every day. I am still confused about trying to put into words what I got from this. (I can't just put my finger on it....but all good). So I thought I would tell you some of the changes I have made. 1. Every day when I get dressed, I look for a statement piece to wear-or colours that become bright eg red pants with blue and white top. (I have had several comments about looking nice and as you said they asked where I was going. So I was armed with your answers.) 2. I went material shopping and I looked for more statement pieces. Found some, still looking for 'that' piece to make a faux jumpsuit. I came home with different pieces to my normal and i am really keen to make these up. 3. When asked what I am doing for the day-instead of saying my normal of a quiet day, I look for something to make a story about that I have done that day. I am excited with these small things, it is an effort at the moment but also excited about how these can become my new normal. Thanks heaps, K.L.
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March 2020 Guest Speaker at the After Sew-Expo Banquet
Feb 2020 After my Style Ingredients session with Anne last year my life has been radically changed. I have re-evaluated what I like as far as prints, design lines, simplicity and now I’m looking at things with a new eye and now wear things that make me feel good Mary
Nov 2019 I just completed my mentoring sessions with Anne. I’m getting ready to retire from a profession where my daily wear was scrubs. I realized I had no idea what I wanted in my wardrobe in retirement. I didn’t even know where to start, but I love to sew, and I make most of my clothes. Anne’s mentoring service was just what I needed.I now have a style description that really suits me and gives me parameters for fabric and pattern selection. I’ve discovered styles and details that work for me, as well as those that don’t. I can select my pattern and fabric with my style description in mind, and plan the details of the project before I cut the fabric. This helps me narrow down my choices before I begin so I’m more likely to have a garment that works for me.Having the mentoring set up in four sessions allowed time in between for me to experiment, knowing I would be able to discuss with Anne all the discoveries and questions that came out of those experiences and move forward. For me, that was extremely valuable. I learned a lot and thoroughly Enjoyed the information and interaction with class enjoyed the process. I felt like Anne really listened to and thought about the information I provided. She was knowledgeable, supportive, and easy to work with. Patty.S.
Oct 19 Feedback from Australian Sewing Guild Spring Industry Day speaking event
“Fabric Heroes and Pattern Legends”• No fluff. Just all applicable and useful information • That you tried the items on so we could see them & you passed them around • Very Inspiring • The enthusiasm + ideas • Your bubbly personality • The inspiration • How colorful and inspiring • Anne's bright, encouraging personality - "You can do it"• Some of the fabric is gorgeous (my style) • How to sew to dress your body • Foldover Elastic, faced hems - advice on details • Pattern talk and trying on clothes • The down to earth style of your talk • The inspiration - enthusiasm.
Oct 2019 I wanted to say thank you for Sunday. I love my colours and will enjoy fabric shopping plus new structured tops shopping this weekend. Oh and new statement earrings….. More than anything, thank you for the coaching. I never knew how powerful clothes, hair and accessories as ‘armour' could be! Here’s me today (end of day, so a bit messy) with my black jacket, side plait and slightly bigger earrings. I felt great, it really works to boost my morale. No one is going to mess with me! All the best, hope to see you again soon C.M.
OCT 2019 After a Style Ingredients Deciphering Session … It was fantastic to discuss likes/dislikes & from that establish I do have a particular Style that has been hiding itself all this time. It is exciting to now know what to look for in patterns & above all “go with my Gut” What a great way to spend a Saturday! G.K.
Sept 2019 Feedback from Measurements Masterclass … 3D shape explained, Great advice, A wealth of information, One can gain confidence, Enjoyed the information and interaction with class, The Pattern Manipulation, Working with Patterns to suit me, Tips, hints and measuring, Anne’s warmth, Learn that you don’t have to follow Vogue’s recommendations
August 2019 Anne Whalley Inspirational and incomparable teacher and Sewing Mentor Julie F.
August 2019 Ended the day with a video conference with the amazing Anne Whalley - she spent over 1 1/2 hours with me. She’s soooooooo encouraging, honest & a whiz at pairing fabric with patterns - ways to add details - Oh my head is swirling from all the ideas of the day MaryEllen
August 2019 Anne Whalley is sure an inspiration in the cutting room. I was a complete beginner and the encouragement that I was given keeps me returning to classes. Having a great teacher from the start sets a high standard and she is tops! Peter
July 2019 Invited to be at Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair GUEST ARTIST STAND
MAY 2019 On Friday morning we started our event with the Vivacious Anne Whalley who despite the 22+ hours of travel from Australia wowed us with her energy. She shared with us her tips and secrets of dressing and why it is important to ask yourself the Why, When, What and Where before you are planning your next outfit. I was riveted! Later that day she also graciously gave private style consultations to some PR members. What a treat it was to have her speak at Pattern Review event. Deepika Pattern Review
MAY 2019 Opening Address at PRWeekend Portland Oregon “Research Plan execute Get Your Good Better Best Wardrobe
Verna 2019: Ann I enjoyed how you explained the emotional attachment and investment we put into our clothing. Sewing gives us the opportunity of expression. Your dress pattern has so many possibilities, from fabric to techniques Love it
Charlotte 2019:Thank you Anne for a fun and interesting class - wonderful
C.2019 Best Aussie Workshop ever! Loved Anne’s enthusiasm - fabulous! Great to get the magic tips and to watch the others with their questions and fabulous fabrics, A suggestion - perhaps have a short printed sheet with assembly tips? Overall a fun class and good use of my time - loved it Thanks so much
Cher 2019: Thank you Anne for a good workshop. amazed at your energy, words of wisdom & great Aussie Style. Will definitely be trying the fold over elastic again.
Alison 2019:Anne Thank you so much for your special attention today. Lots of ideas and inspiration were born today. I have never made many dresses, but I now have the desire and confidence to tackle more of them. Enjoy your time in the States and have a safe journey home.
Carol H 2019 Ann such an exciting day both to meet you and to learn a new, easy dress pattern. I am excited to experiment with pattern in the future and will think of you each time.
S.G. 2019:Hi Anne, I stumbled upon your you tube channel then logged into your blog and as a sewer (not a very good one admittedly) I was in heaven reading through your blog.I am getting back into sewing clothes after a very, very long time buying ready to wear. My problem now is that I am having a tough time finding clothes that I like and that suits my figure. Hence, dragging out my old patterns and following your refreshing blog.However, my question at this time is not sewing related and I do hope you will not mind me asking this, but would you please share as to what product you use in your hair to allow it to look separated as well as having the lift it does. I have a loosely similar hairstyle, and would love it to look remotely like yours without looking full of product and looking greasy with gel or so full of hairspray that nothing moves.I would appreciate your response Anne, and really enjoy your blog and you tube videos. Please keep them coming.With regards
Jan 2019 Guest Judge 5th Annual #PRSewingBee Pattern Review
2018 When I contacted you, I had sort of lost my sewing mojo and was in a funk. You helped me with planning and thinking about my needs. I now feel pretty good about my “makes.” Once again, my biggest problem is finding time to sew all I want to make for me and my 4 grandchildren. Alyson
2018 April 16 Member in Focus Pattern Review Some people have that keen eye for certain details, and our April Member in Focus lends this skill to fashion. It is my pleasure to introduce Anne Whalley to the PatternReview Community. This red-headed Stylenista from the land down under, Australia, is leaving her mark on the fashion world. Anne is not scared to mix bright colors, shapes and patterns to create her wearable works of art. This ace in fabric selection not only sews her own incredible looks, but mentors others in their sewing adventures. I think we could all use a little Anne in our life.Laura
2018 Guest Judge for Sewing - Art Craft and Cookery Royal Melbourne Show
2018 ASG Seattle News Anne Whalley, the Fabric Whisperer, offered wonderful tips: what easy shapes to sew, how to really focus on what’s important in your wardrobe, and how you can look great even after meeting a friend for a walk and you wished to go shopping afterwards. Her suggestion is a stylish jacket with some “punch” to complete your look. My grandmother used to call this “your finishing piece” and said you should never leave home without it!
2017 Hi Anne Thanks again for coming to Berwick Secondary College to talk to my Applied Fashion students. They told me that they enjoyed your talk and that they found it very inspiring and interesting. They were amazed at your knowledge of fabric and colour (as am I) and how you used these to your best advantage. They said you opened their eyes on fabric sources and how to use fabric as inspiration for design. They saw some other possible avenues to take after school and they really took in your advise on knowing and being true to themselves and letting that show through their designs. I believe it gave some of them a bit more courage to not be afraid of showing who they are and that it could actually be an advantage!
For me I watched as you gave your talk and saw that my students were actually listening and enjoying it (being high school students this doesn't always happen!). You made it fun and relevant to them as teenage girls that will soon be heading out into the world. I also liked the points you made on fabric and colour using some of the clothes you made to demonstrate what you said (by the way I loved your cat coat!). I believe the insights and advise you gave on keeping your mind open to new ideas, being true to yourself and how that shows through your designs, connecting with your customer and using social media will help them develop their hobby/interests further.
Thank you and I wish you best of luck in your future endeavours.
Kind regards,
Belinda Smith
V.E.T Applied Fashion teacher, Berwick Secondary College
Virginia Feb 2017 Dear Ann, Your event at Pacific Fabrics was just the shot in my sewing I needed. Over the years I have become dulled down and tired of sewing clothes that fit thirty-some year olds. I want quirky, good time clothes and you showed us how.
Genevieve Mar 2017 Hi Anne!!!!! Loving this coat on you, I saw it on the rack at expo but of course now that it is on you....well you are gorgeous!!! I am forever greatful to have met you and Bruce :) <3
Linda Mar 2017 Super fun coat , brilliant use of fabric, I was in one of your classes at Sewing Expo when you shared it with us. Fun!
April 2017 Wow, this is a great marriage of fabric and style. This is a show stopper. N K
April 2017 This is wonderful. I am so impressed. You took such a simple pattern and made it fantastic. Karen
2017 I love this, great job. I like you left buttons off. You look stylish and pulled together, professional but not stuffy. This rust color is a good color for you. A.J. Mar 2017
D’Anne 2-5 March 2017 Greetings Anne, Am thinking you may be back in Melbourne now after your recent adventure to Sewing Expo in Puyallup, WA. I was one of the lucky recipients of one of your consultations. Afterwards, I ran off to attend a seminar (can’t remember the topic now) and did not adequately thank you. I have reflected on your observations and suggestions frequently since that day…and I’m so glad you made notes as you packed so much into the time we had! As I’ve aged, I often think “I am what I am”. You reminded me, in such a nonjudgmental way, that I need not change me as much being sure I present the real me. Does my dress interfere with me being my authentic self either because I’m not comfortable in my appearance or others are blinded to me because they can’t see beyond my dress. One of the first things I’ve done is add a blue scarf to soften my black and white palate! I know I am not alone in expressing my appreciation of your many talents and skills that you generously shared during your time here. We also so enjoyed the energy you and your husband brought to Sewing Expo and look forward to your return next year! Again, many thanks for the gifts you gave me in our brief time together,
Feb 2017 J Hi Anne,I want to thank you for your advice on Friday. I found it very helpful and there is a lot for me to consider. Fortunately a number of pieces in my fabric stash fit the colour palette you prescribed. I also liked your advice about making a bit of a collection before unleashing my new self on the world - doable.
Feb 2017 V.T.Love how you take a lovely fabric and an easy pattern and make a fabulous garment!
Feb 2017 S.T. Oh my gosh, SO FANTASTIC!!!
Feb 2017 This is the first review of this interesting bias cut pattern for wovens, and you have given it a striking debut!
Feb 2017 E.L. Very nice. Very unusual. Even though it's woven fabric, it slides prettily over the body.
Feb 2017 Y.M. I just love your use of color. Nice outfit!
Feb 2017 Anne took the initial information that I provided and came back with insightful and helpful ideas about my style recipe (which I've struggled to define) and a range of sewing pattern choices that are inspiring. Our conversation showed Anne's talents in careful listening and responding to my situation. This was a true dialogue focused on my situation. I came away from our initial conversation inspired to forge ahead with developing a new style, which I have wanted to do, but until I didn't know how. Anne encouraged me by acknowledging where I am (my style strengths) and building on that foundation. Her suggestions for incorporating new items is attainable and exciting. I'm transitioning through a medical situation that will leave me with a different body and will require a huge change in my clothing. One of the most touching things Anne said is that we should start now because, "We are dressing the essence of who you are, and that won't change." Her support is immeasurably helpful. An addition to all that gushy stuff, Anne is saving me time and money by helping me to focus my style experiments and make choices to show the world who I am.All the best - Brenda Marks, Ed. D.
Janet 2017 Thank you so much for the session; it’s really got me back on track. Finished garments to come out of the sewing room next week!!
2017 L. Selvendra: I first saw Anne a while back when she gave a talk at the Tessuti material shop in Melbourne. I was fascinated by her looks and her dressing. I wished I could dress like her but never had the courage.One day, after seeing her blog I decided to consult her. She arranged to meet me, but before that she got me to do some homework.When Anne arrived she had on a fabulous cape and as usual was beautifully dressed. From the start Anne put me at my ease and went through colours and style with great patience and understanding. I had had some other consultant from another company come over before that and I felt very let down as that person was quite unfriendly. With Anne I never felt uncomfortable and was able to be honest with her about my style problems. Anne gave me the confidence I haven’t had for a very long time and I am able to choose clothes more wisely now. I would highly recommend Anne Whally.
I met the lovely Anne via Instagram. Discovering her videos photos and blog was like a breath of fresh air. I had always wanted to get colour advice but was always conscious of having the right person. Being someone who also sewed and shared a love of colour/texture I instantly new Anne was the right person for me. When we met she was incredibly friendly /honest and very welcoming. I felt like we could have chattered for hours. The colour consult was just what I needed to give me the inspiration and confidence to explore and look at colour in a whole new way. I actually feel like I've had a total makeover!!! Stephanie Dec 2016
Most Projects in Pattern Review for 2016 AnneWhalley added the most sewing projects (75!) this year.
Ros May 2016 Hi Anne Sorry about the delay with this feedback. I attended the Winter Wardrobe Secrets on Sunday 15 May. I thoroughly enjoyed the session and loved seeing the clothes you’d made along with hearing all your tips. I was particularly interested in the fabric dyeing you’d done. As so many fabrics are black and white these days and neither are in my colour palette, I can see myself using dye in the future.The Fold Over Elastic is another tip I want to try. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to buy fabric from the wholesaler in Oakley. I’m still trying to decide which patterns to use for each piece. To that end I’ve joined Pattern Review, another of your suggestions, and I think this will be a great resource.
You’re so passionate and enthusiastic about sewing Anne… it’s quite infectious! Thanks again for a great session. Cheers
Carla 2016 Love you and your style!! You make me smile and inspire me!
Lin H 2016 Wow! This is great. Like the others have said I wouldn't ever have thought it could turn out so well from looking at the pattern envelope itself. Great work.
Sunny 2016 My thought on seeing the front was, "wow, this looks complicated." I'm glad to hear you say it's not. It's such a nice-looking dress.
Cody 2016 Very flattering dress on you. I would never have envisioned this look by the photo on the pattern envelope. I love how you take any pattern and make it your own. You have a wonderful flare both in style and colour palette. I enjoy your reviews very much.
Maria 2016 Sunday's session was quite jam packed. Thanks for including this session on such a busy visit for you both. You've given me a lot of style ideas to consider. It's taken me two sleeps to recover. Thanks so much
2016 School of Fashion & Textiles RMIT University It was so lovely to meet you and Bruce today - what an awesome team you are! I hope you enjoyed it as much as the audience.
So many positive comments after it was all over :
...."Loved the enthusiasm and the 'real' attitude",
"So entertaining",
"what a good way to finish the series,"
" some real gems (of wisdom),"
" such a positive outlook,"
"wonderful to see such passion" ....
As you can tell the audience could really relate to your anecdotes, so the biggest kudos to you and thank you so much for your time and insights.
Again, we truly appreciate your input today.
Warm regards,
Cathy Chen Fashion Teacher
Associate Degree in Fashion Design & Technology
School of Fashion & Textiles
RMIT University Dec 2016
11/10/16 You really have the knack for choosing (pattern, fabric) what suits you just wonderful. That's a great skill. Like others I've also got this pattern, and might just make it now :-) thanks for showing one more inspiring creation.G.K.
2016 Very visual, humorous, such a fun event. Love the base dress & over-shirts & accessories C.J.
2016 A: Very educational & well presented.
2016 Biggest takeaway from the presentation was the importance of length of sleeves and I need to buy a full length mirror. B.T.
2016 Wow! You take patterns that couldn't look frumpier on the envelope photo and turn them into something beautiful! You have such flair! M.N.B.
2016 You make such interesting choices, such a bold out-of-the-box thinker. B.V.
2016 Love the creative use of the pattern, fabric and fold over elastic. More thank yous for the video tutorial! T.T.
2016 Once I got going after our last meeting, I haven't stopped sewing! That whiteboard has been wonderful - inspirational - and yes it did change my plans from time to time. J.
2016 I love how you choose fabrics S.R.
2016 Stunning! I am running out to buy this pattern!!! Fabuloso!! S.Z.
2016 Great Style interpretation! You make me want to run out and buy the pattern! S.L.
2016 I actually like your version more than the one shown on the pattern envelope. I'm not surprised about the great comments you get when you wear that dress, it's unique and looks great on you! M.V.
2016 Interesting look with just one fabric. Your versions are inspiring as I have this pattern and have let it sit. I think I will have to give it a try. D.G.
2016 You seem to have a talent for putting different fabrics together so the whole outfit looks great! B.B.
2016 I can't believe your jacket came from this pattern! Love love love your interpretation of this pattern and especially your use of the fold over elastic. I have skimmed over this pattern before, but I'll give it a try now. Thanks for the inspiration. GiGI.
2015 You are a fearless sewer! Not enough fabric, just make the other sleeve different. Love it!! Billie Jean.
J Oct 15 Hi Anne, I want to thank you for your advice on Friday. I found it very helpful and there is a lot for me to consider. Fortunately a number of pieces in my fabric stash fit the colour palette you prescribed. I also liked your advice about making a bit of a collection before unleashing my new self on the world - doable.
2015 Seems like every pattern you make is something I want to make too! I love the fabric you choose and how you emphasize the diagonal seam lines.A.
My package of fabrics that you helped me to choose arrived today. I adore every piece we bought. Opening the parcel and feeling each piece in turn reminded me of the very lovely time I spent with you and how much I appreciated your advice. On meeting me, you listened and very quickly understood what I wanted to change about my style and achieve with my wardrobe. I have now done heaps of thinking about the direction in which I want to head and how I will get there. Your skill was to make very manageable what seemed to me too overwhelming to even begin. My relatively short time with you gave me a huge boost and different way of thinking about my sewing. I can't thank you enough. Pam S.
2015 I love the way you take patterns that don't call for a second look and just wow them up with your fabric choices and creativity. So inspiring. Can't wait to see what's next. W.
2015 Anne is such a talented woman! She helped me find fabrics and patterns to have tailored during a trip to Thailand. Her passion and enthusiasm is infectious, and her knowledge of colour and body shapes is invaluable. Ann V.
2015 Anne - great ideas personality! Very informative Great designs and fabrics. Julie M.
2015 I must get my sewing machine out and use it. Sandra
2015 Gorgeous fabrics! The vivaciousness of the speaker. Honesty was refreshing Workshop participant.
2015 It was a fun way of learning! Workshop participant.
2015 I am over-whelmed by your ability to choose flattering garments. R.
2015 Thank you so much for your video. I enjoy how you make everything seem so "doable". Love your smiling face. N
2015 The dressing up was fun & the whole session was FUN. Maureen
2015 I was not aware that fold over elastic came in colors. Excellent information and demonstration. H.
2015 Found you through Patternreview and love your stylin’ and outfits and sewing. I am far away in Seattle, Washington in the US. Just a hope for the next Youtube since I enjoyed the first one so much. It is a great way to reach people, and I am, probably like a lot of people, obsessed with packing well and light. So that it doesn’t get in the way of my travels but enhances them.But I am a little textile and outfit hyper-sensitive! LOL LOL. Funny true story I just thought of: when I was younger and working as a night hotel clerk, I was robbed at gunpoint. When the police asked later for what he was wearing, I was able to describe it exactly, but when they asked about the gun, my first response was “metal”. LOL LOL. They must have thought I was an idiot…) So at the same time, it matters to me what I bring and wear, and it can make me have a better time if I feel good.Enough rambling, but you are doing a GREAT job, and I hope you make more videos!!! LOTS more! KittyG
2015 I liked how Anne presented tips and styles that suit a particular body shape. Nellie E.
2015 I love Anne's honesty and in her presentation I liked how she changed clothing items and talking about good & bad points. I ended up with an extra 18 tips on top of Anne's Top Ten. Leonie G.
2015 I had my wardrobe makeover with Anne recently!!! I am still excited since.First step was to work out my colours. Not just single colours but colour combinations. Anne goes through dozens of colour swatches to find the right one for you. It's actually amazing how big my colour pallet is.I know that many women wear a few colour throughout their life. They are scared to be adventures and they don't know what colour would suit them the most.How many women wear wrong colours also? The colours that don't make them any favor, the colour that actually make them look older and sometimes even sick.Well, I know my colours now and it makes shopping so much easier!!!! I don't need to beg my girlfriends to help me to pick an outfit or a right fabric. What's the point anyway? All of them have different taste. Now I can do it on my own. Furthermore, all girlfriends now ask for my help. Second part of the makeover was working with my body type and finding out ways to enhance my assets and camouflage my less fortunate areas. And I know there is a lot of TV programs that teach to do that but we are all different. As long as you have a stylist working with your body you can not be sure it will work for you. You need to experience your own makeover to understand the difference. It is mind blowing!! I learned so many tips and tricks to look fabulous. And I am a strong believer that you get only one chance to make a first impression!!!! It can really make or break in many life situations. I do not want to miss even one opportunity in life because I was not dress right way or I did not look my absolute best. Last part was the hardest one:)! Anne and I had to go through my existing wardrobe analyzing every piece and making a decision to keep or to get rid if some stuff. Well, by the end of the session I had more room for new cloths. That is always a good thing right?Oh, I had so much fun!!! Anne is not only very knowledgeable and experienced stylist she is also an amazing person. I did not feel uncomfortable even ones. Instead I learned to look at my body without negativity but analyzing and seeing the positive things. That was as much entertaining as learning experience!!!Thank you Anne!!! I hope to see you again!!!! Alfia G.
2015 Just spent a pleasant two and half hours with Anne we started off by filling out a small questionnaires and from that we went into what colour pallet is suited for my skin, hair, eyes, after that we had a makeup session, had eyeliner applied which I had never done before and was pleasantly surprised how good it looked. I would say it is a worthwhile couple of hours well spent and the information she gave I will definitely put in use from now on. Rosemaree S.
2015 The journey Anne took me on with great respect and sensitivity gave me confidence and a new assurance in my ability to choose colours and make decisions on styling. Thanks Linda P.