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Boloten Sales Ageny is having a Spring Sample Sale
Boloten's annual spring sample sale is an event you won't want to miss. With a range of designer garments this sale is a refreshing reminder that spring has finally arrived. So join with • >;. us and browse through our collections of Nobis Hat wear, Virginia .Johnson, Post'age, Andrew Marc and many ~ more
Where: 555 Richmond Street Suite 626,, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1Y9 416.595.6262
when: Thursday May 27th, 1200pm - 700pm Friday May 28th, 12:00pm - 7:00pm Saturday May 29th, 12:00pm - 3:00pm Sorry, No Cheques ... CASH ONLY
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Aloha all Members,
I am so excited about this event, Freda's has been a best kept industry secret.
Freda's is more than a retail destination she has an AMAZING production room with an insanely quick turn around time.
She is also a lovely gal and extremely film friendly.
Freda has been kind enough to provide us with a venue for our April Social get togather and she is footing the bill for wine, cheese and nibbles.
Please, please RSVP to
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Saturday May 1st, 9-5 pm
721 Eastern Ave, Toronto
Quickly becoming one of our most popular events, we are delighted to have over 40 vendors including members and industry types who will be selling comptemporary and vintage clothing and accessories used by local film and television productions, fabric and notions, handcrafted goods, deadstock, samples, wardrobe supplies and more!!
$3 Admission
Parking is FREE
Entrance fee goes towards supporting CAFTCAD initiatives.
Members, Children and Seniors enter Free.
Vendor Info. and application available at www.caftcad.com/mws
See photos from our last sale.


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A weekend series of costume seminars:
These short concise capsules will explain & discuss some of the many skills the Costume community expressed an interest in.
There is a great mix of creative & technical topics from which to choose.
An Evening With Monique Prudhomme
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The illustrious (and fellow Canadian!) Costume Designer, Monique
Prudhomme, will be our guest speaker. Monique has recently won the Costume Designer’s Guild Award for Excellence in Fantasy Film for “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus”, and was also nominated for an Academy Award for this project. We are looking forward to hearing about her career, her process and personal stories.
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Made to Measure / Measuring the Body
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Get the technician’s perspective on building custom-made clothing. Learn which measurements are key to a well-fitting garment and how to correctly take those measurements. Antonio Petosa of Aquarius Menswear will show you why his custom suits and shirts are so impeccably tailored. Loreen Lightfoot, cutter on projects such as Amelia and Grey Gardens, will address the various factors that result in a perfect womenswear garment.
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The Art of Networking
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Networking is a business skill designed to create, maintain and utilize interpersonal connections. Mastering the art of effective networking takes time, dedication and attention. This seminar will focus on improving your understanding of the networking process as it applies to job search, identifying and overcoming barriers. Carol Simpson, a Certified Executive Coach and lecturer, facilitates a variety of leadership workshops and will be taking us through this course.
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Quick Ageing / Greeking
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The topics of ageing and greeking covered in this seminar are just two of the many processes involved in prepping clothing for the camera. Learn techniques for quick ageing and a variety of ways in which logos can be hidden or obscured. This class will be taught by Karen Eppstadt, Breakdown and Dyeing Specialist.
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Working With SPFX
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Working alongside your Special Effects Coordinator can be a fun challenge for the Costume Department. There are usually specific requirements regarding fabrics and finishings in order for FX to carry out their task efficiently, whether the script calls for someone to be shot, be engulfed in flames or get thrown into the air. Get an understanding of it all from the perspective of John Laforet, FX Coordinator for Performance Solutions.
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Negotiating Skills
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Being an effective negotiator is an essential part of your career skill set. How do you go about assessing your needs and then successfully communicate those needs to someone else? Rosemary Della Serra, Della Serra Agency, represents a roster of award-winning costume designers, wardrobe stylists & other creative talent and she will be giving tips on how you can be your own best representative.
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Horror Techniques
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Learn about the different types of blood, application methods, copying established blood spatter for multiples, maintaining continuity on blood throughout a show, removing blood, generating re-sets, dried blood, day vs. night blood colours and establishing level of blood. All of these techniques will be covered by Costume Designer Alex Kavanagh (Land of the Dead, Saw II-VII, Ginger Snaps II-III).
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Dealing With Nudity
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When nudity is called for in a script, it can be a very sensitive issue for both the talent and Costume Department. Find out the various ways in which our Department can help maintain an actor’s “modesty” during such scenes. Luis Sequeira, Costume Designer (Flash of Genius, Being Erica, The Thing), will discuss tips of the trade on the prep side. Christina Cattle, Set Super- visor (Devil, The Incredible Hulk) will talk about nudity on the set.
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Quick Sketch
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Being able to communicate ideas is of utmost importance in this business. Even though your sketching ability may not be at an “illustrator” level, there are formulaic ways to approach figure drawing and garment rendering so that you can convey your concepts to directors, producers and pattern cutters. Please bring a sketchbook and pencil to this workshop conducted by Silvana Sacco whose specialties include character conceptualization, fine arts illustration and technical draughtsmanship.
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Prices:
Pre-registration closes 12 noon Monday April 5th
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Members |
Non-Members |
| Weekend Pass (includes all 9 seminars) * |
$150 |
$225 |
| Day Pass (includes 4 seminars, either Saturday or Sunday) * |
$90 |
$130 |
| Guest Speaker Only |
$30 |
$40 |
| Individual Seminars |
$25 |
$35 |
* Lunch is included only for Day and Weekend pass holders.
Lunch may be purchased by those taking individual seminars.
Coffee, tea and pastries will be available throughout the event.
Friday evening Wine & Cheese open to all registrants and requires an RSVP. |
Schedule:
Friday April 9th
7:00 pm • An Evening With Monique Prudhomme
9:00 pm • Opening Night Wine & Cheese
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Saturday April 10th
9:30 am • Made to Measure
11:30 am • The Art of Networking
LUNCH
2:15 pm • Ageing and Greeking
4:15 pm • Working With Special Effects
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Sunday April 11th
9:30 am • Negotiating Skills
11:30 am • Horror Techniques
LUNCH
2:15 pm • Dealing With Nudity
4:15 pm • Quick Sketch
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Registrations can be mailed/ faxed or handed in to:
CAFTCAD Head Office
65 Heward Avenue, #C220, Toronto, Ontario, M4M 2T5
T: 416-900-0955 F: 416-900-0395 Toll Free: 1-877-900-0955
Payment options include: Cash, Cheque, Visa & Mastercard.
Registration is required for all packages & seminars - Don’t delay, space is limited.
Registration closes - 12 noon, Monday, April 5th, 2010
For more info email:
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Get ready to stock up for Spring.
On Wednesday, April 14 Triluxe will kick-off it’s seasonal sample sale with a VIP preview, featuring J.Lindeberg, Sand, Seal Kay, Pringle of Scotland, Cold Method, American Vintage, DL 1961 denim and more. Prices up to 80% off. The sale continues through to Saturday, April 17. Triluxe is located at 63 Wingold Avenue (just off Dufferin, north of Eglinton).
VIP PREVIEW
Wednesday, April 14 from 12 PM to 8 PM
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Thursday, April 15 from 10 AM to 8 PM
Friday, April 16 from 10 AM to 8 PM
Saturday, April 17 from 10 AM to 4 PM |
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CAFTCAD mourns the loss of Derek Van Lint, Icon and Mentor to countless Cinematographers and Filmakers around the world.
His passionate career in Cinematography began with his groundbreaking style of shooting on Ridley Scott's "ALIEN" and continued in his monumental body of work in films and commercials. We were honoured to have him as guest speaker for "The Art of Cinematography" at our 2009 Caftcademy Seminars.
He was a true "Master of Light and Motion"and will be missed dearly by all of us who had the pleasure of sharing his remarkable life.
Please join Derek's friends, family and work colleagues for a tribute to DEREK VANLINT and a celebration of his life.
Saturday April 24, 2010 1pm
Pinewood Studios, 225 Commissioners Street
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=336265791819&ref=ts
Please spread the word to anyone who may be interested to attend
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The Gaudet show which opened this year's Canadian Fashion Week was stunning on every level. The clothing was sexy, beautifully made, and the styling was creative and modern.The feature piece of this show was the felted wool coat. It came blazing down the runway in fire-engine red, chalky brown with hint's of pink, and moss green to name a few. Included in the swag bag for the show, were two fabric samples of this wool which upon close inspection was multi-layered incorporating many colours to give the impression of depth.

While Gaudet's signature pieces were coats and they were paired with printed silk hot pants, shiny black leggings, and floating organza dresses in sage and candy floss pink. The models wore towering teased chignons, shimmering gold make-up and sleek black and gold platform shoes to complete the ‘Gaudet’ look. This talented pair of designers, Norman and Gio Gaudet, really raised the bar high for designers this week.
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Designer - Orange by Angela Chen
Customer - She’s the inherently cool woman that exudes a kind of effortless chic.
Stand-Outs - Metallic crochet pieces and surprising side draped details on structured basics.

Designer - Saniya Khan
Customer - She’s a mildly eccentric world traveler who gathers style around the globe.
Stand-Outs - Patchwork, tapestry, embroidery and eye-catching ornamental details.

Designer - Dimitri Chris
Customer - He’s a contemporary and chic gentleman with plenty of old-world charm
Stand-Outs - The suits and a waist-coat cummerbund piece, almost like a man’s corset

Designer - Zoran Dobric
Customer - She’s a touch bohemian; appreciating comfort and immersed in the art world.
Stand-Outs - The prints; they manage to be bold and soft at the same time.

Designer - Lovas Wesley Badanjak
Customer - She’s sort of a Torontonian everywoman; working, living and playing in the city.
Stand-Outs - Details like fur gauntlets, liquid sequins, and hardware ornamentation.

Designer - Lundstrom
Customer - She’s a classic and conservative woman who lives in luxury.
Stand-Outs - Their signature upscale outerwear; luxe knitwear and coats.

Designer - Evan Biddell
Customer - She’s an urban warrior, galaxy defender and fashion maven.
Stand-Outs - The exaggerated silhouettes and beautiful strip-cut details.
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Friday April 9, 2010
CAFTCAD is excited to present opening night guest speaker, Monique
Prudhomme, 2010 Costume Designers Guild award winner for Excellence in Fantasy Film
and Oscar nominated for costume design for her work on The Imaginarium of
Doctor Parnassus followed by a Wine & Cheese Reception.
Saturday April 10 - Sunday April 11, 2010
CAFTCADEMY includes 8 courses over two days on Quick Sketch, Negotiation Skills, The
Art of Networking, Quick Ageing, Horror Techniques, Working with SPFX,
Measuring the Body and Dealing with Nudity.
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At The International Marine Passenger Terminal
8 Unwin Ave.
Corner of Cherry and Unwin
March 23-26
9am-5pm
*Photo ID required* for admittance to the terminal
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Saturday March 6th, 2010, 10 am - 5 pm
One day while pursuing her collection of single buttons, CAFTCAD Member Joanna Syrokomla wondered what to do with all those sparkling beauties. Of what use could they be? She grouped them together by colour and felt they spoke such a history of garment design and a nostalgia left from the fastening of cocktail dresses, brocade coats, military jackets, and other finery. Buttons in a jar were such a beautiful stripe needing to be dusted off and seen. She started sewing them into layers onto bracelets and found quite an audience with many coming back again and again for the latest JO.SY Collection vintage button cuff.

Available usually only by request or at the Bi-Annual CAFTCAD Movie Wardrobe Sales, these button cuffs and now chunky bib button necklaces will be for sale by Member Ian Drummond at the Toronto Vintage Clothing and Textile Show. The Ian Drummond Collection will be selling many incredible vintage and designer garments and accessories from the 1940’s through 1990’s.
Saturday March 6th, 2010, 10 am- 5 pm at the
Conference Ballroom, CNIB Centre
1929 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
Admission $8. Partial proceeds donated to charity.
Vintage Button Cuffs and Necklaces also available by request from
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The North Face Sample Sale is fast approaching.
There will be Spring 2010 clothing, as well as Fall 2011 clothing, that is not even in stores yet!! |
Second Annual Member’s Value Book
Another exciting way we’re bringing our community together is through the Second Annual Member’s Value Book. Premiering on January 13th at our first General Meeting of this new decade, this special offer will be available to all Members, both new and returning.
With savings of seriously over $5000 there are some things to consider.
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Read more... [Member’s Value Book]
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Toronto's largest antiquing event is coming!
Classic home decor and furnishings, vintage fashion and incredible antiques. Mark your calendar for thousands of fantastic finds at Toronto's premiere antiquing event. Fun. Fabulous. (And Free!). Free parking too. Visit www.asinter.com for complete information. Sun.11-6, M-F 10-9, Sat. 9:30-6 |

Thanks to all that came out. It was a great to see everyone, chat and catch up.
To those that couldn't make it: Happy Holidays!
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SET SALE!
Wardrobe
Props
Domestic furniture
Office furniture
Office supplies (desk accessories & home decorative smalls)
Misc. DVD players & electronics
Remote control “mail cart” truck
Artwork
Picture Frames
Household smalls and more!
WHEN: 10AM – 4PM
Saturday November 21st
WHERE:
570 Orwell Street, Units 5 & 6
(1 block north of Queensway, west off Cawthra Rd)
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