Symposiums

1st Annual Symposium

“Altering and creating off the shoulder sleeves and straps”

You all know what a struggle it is to get these brides fitted for off the shoulder sleeves and straps. They feel like they are in a straight jacket.  This is a real fitting problem. This symposium is all about 

2nd Annual Symposium

“Adding color to wedding dresses, materials and laces”

The goal of this symposium is to educate our guests to the many techniques using dyes to add color to wedding dresses. Ombre and colored bridal gowns are very popular right now with colorful brides who want to make a bold statement.

3rd Annual Symposium

“Looking back to the future”

We will be looking to the future with technology. Many experts will share the latest sewing, pattern making, manufacturing, and fabric design using computers and other technology. This should be out of this world!

Symposium Blogs

2024 Annual Symposium: Making Connections

2024 Annual Symposium: Making Connections

2024 symposium blog Making connections on steroids!  Whew! That was an amazing symposium. I feel like I have spent the last few months connecting with some of the most amazing people as I put this symposium together. What an honor to rub shoulders with these women. ...

 2023 Back to the Future Symposium

 2023 Back to the Future Symposium

Well, the January symposium has come and gone. You can still find it on my website under symposiums or use this link: https://theandersonacademy.com/symposium-23/ I had such a great time doing this year’s symposium. I especially enjoyed getting to know the expert...