My 3rd book, How to Be A Fashion Designer, is being reissued. September 6! Here’s the updated cover w/ illos by @tikipapier . I had to remove ALL the glitter, from the pages, but I’m still very very excited ✨
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Join us this July for hands-on sewing classes at A2W! Perfect for ages 15+ 🧵✨
Class Dates: July 1, 13, 22, 27
Location: Westfield World Trade Center A2W
What You’ll Learn:
🔸 Craft a stylish reversible tote bag
🔸 Gain sewing machine basics
🔸 Decode simple patterns
🔸 Refine your unique style
Taught by Emma Altman & Lesley Ware (@emmaaltmanapparel@creativecookie )
Price: $120 per class | *sliding scale available. DM to inquire.
Link in bio to register ✂️
>> Swipe to see dates & times + a tote our intern made in the class.
>> Mention two friends who should take this class, in the comments, for a chance to win a tote! 🙋🏾♀️🙋🏻♂️
#ArtToWare#SewingClasses#FashionEducation#NYCFashion
Feeling honored. This piece by Skylar Mitchell (@skylxrfaith ) for Essence (@essence ) is one of my favorite features ever. Huge thanks to Skylar and the Essence team for this incredible write-up: ‘Inside The Universe Of Lesley Ware, The Pioneering Boutique Founder And Sewing Guru.’ Ahhh. Check it out 💁🏾♀️ - link in bio! #EssenceMagazine#Gratitude#may16
Life lately = The Creative Cookie content is back, well kinda.
I started a Substack lesleyware.substack.com / link in my bio. I’ll share some random true stories and the things that I’m generally loving, mostly style and pop culture related.
I promise it won’t always make sense. 🙃
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Recently saw “Quilts: The Artistry of Home” at the Muskegon Museum of Art (@muskegonartmuseum ) showcasing a stunning selection of quilts that highlight traditional patterns and creative expression from the early 20th century. Celebrating the blend of art, craft and function it’s a must see if you are in the area! These were my faves. On view until September 29.
When I started A2W, my dream was to have our own in-house brand and a Lesley Ware label. Life got busy and complicated, and this dream took a backseat. But thanks to my arts management intern & @nuuly out of circulation pieces, it’s back on track!
Visit Port Authority to see the upcycled pieces I’ve created with my interns, showcasing my carefree style, quirky use of color, and admiration for statement layering. Our collection will get even more exciting as we move forward. Starting next week, shop the collection at both locations and online at .
Yesterday, building out the space in our PA spot. The inspo was is ‘in the news’. Watch the evolution. 😎
#nycfashion#upcycled#dreambig
#tbt to 3 summers ago, at our 2nd storefront, 320 West 23rd, when Art to Ware was thrilled to continue for another 3 months! Look at us now - three cheers 4 three years ✨
With @chashama x @_raachael_ ✨💕
Last weekend, I got to dream big and talk shop with two new creators in my hometown @metamadeit & @leiko_inreallife . I left feeling inspired and hopeful. Can’t wait to share what we are cooking up w/ @blanecharlesdesign . I was too in the moment to snap a lot but I did take a few shots of their spots ✨✨✨
An amazing time rocking the @arttoware photo booth at the @Chashama Gala last night. The vibes were high w/ @woobieeeee & arts management intern, Irina ❤️ Official pics coming soon by @kylegotluck ! 📸
✨ Celebrate Juneteenth with w/ my amazing friend @foodculturist ! ✨
Join her for a fabulous culinary celebration on June 22 at Akwaaba in Bed-Stuy. Enjoy delicious food, special drinks, and a vibrant community vibe. Don’t miss out! Tickets in her bio (@foodculturist ). 🌟
Happy #juneteenth
ps. I’ll try to make an appearance if I can get out of @arttoware early 🙋🏾♀️❤️✊🏾
