BHS FASHION DESIGN: Fall Newsletter

Fashion 2 students are stepping up their game with more involved garments that use 'gathering'.

Fashion 3 students are learning how to drape and create their own patterns and unique designs.

Fashion 4 students have finished planning their collections and have started to bring them to life.

Participation in the show is a course requirement, as listed in the program of studies. They do not have to model, but they need to be present at the show to help work as a crew member and keep it running smoothly. If your student is unable to participate, please contact me directly as soon as possible to discuss options. I am sending out this early information letter in hopes that scheduling conflicts can be avoided. butterfield_aimee@mybps.us

FULL DAY IN-SCHOOL REHEARSAL - TUESDAY, APRIL 28th!

Students will spend Tuesday, April 28th in the PAC rehearsing for the show. This is considered an in-school field trip and students will miss a full day of classes. They are responsible for communicating with their teachers about work they need to make up. No 8th grade students or students that need to make up the 8th grade MCAS will be allowed to participate in the rehearsal! If a student will not be at the rehearsal, they will not be able to model in the show. They can still help with other aspects of the show, but all models need to be at the rehearsal. Please email with any questions.

Parents & Guardians, please see this information page for more details about student participation.

After the fashion show ended in May, Fashion 2 students took on an end of year textile design project. Thirty two students participated and thirty two unique designs were developed! All patterns and prints are available for purchase on a variety of fabrics and home goods at our 'BHS Fashion Design' store front at Spoonflower.com. A percentage of every purchase goes to our points bank. The points result in discounts for our future purchases of the student fabric. Keep your eyes peeled during this year's show for the garments created from the students' textiles!

Spoonflower is a print on demand service. It's much better for the environment, but it does result in higher prices. If you are interested in purchasing something, watch for their sales!

All fashion students participate in the world-wide Inktober challenge every October. A list of prompts is provided for all 31 days of the month. Students are asked to choose 4 words from the list. Each word will be used to inspire a garment design drawing. All drawings are due by the end of October. Check in with your students and ask them how their Inktober drawings are progressing!

Check out what other artists are doing by following @inktober on Instagram!

The fashion seniors have spoken! This year's fashion show theme is the 'Roaring 20's'. If you have any feathers, pearls or items that could be used to help build this year's fabulous set - please be in touch!

If you are a BHS Fashion Design alumnus, keep us posted on your new adventures. Email Mrs. Butterfield an update on school, life and new projects - butterfield_aimee@mybps.us

We miss you!