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SUMMARY:STL Frocktails
LOCATION:City Garden
DESCRIPTION:✨ STL Frocktails 2026 ✨The runway is calling\, St. Louis!J
 oin us for an afternoon of handmade fashion\, creative inspiration\, and c
 ommunity at STL Frocktails 2026\, an annual celebration where sewists\, ma
 kers\, and handmade-fashion enthusiasts come together to connect\, create\
 , and show off their favorite makes.Whether you're planning to strut down 
 the runway in your latest masterpiece or simply want to cheer on fellow ma
 kers\, STL Frocktails is for everyone who loves creativity\, craftsmanship
 \, and the joy of making something by hand.What is STL Frocktails?Hosted b
 y the Sewing Society of STL\, STL Frocktails is a celebration of the peopl
 e\, stories\, and creativity that make our sewing community so special.Com
 e meet fellow sewists\, discover new inspiration\, find and support local 
 maker-centric businesses\, and spend an unforgettable afternoon surrounded
  by people who understand the excitement of finding the perfect fabric\, f
 inishing a challenging project\, or wearing something you made yourself.Do
 n't want to walk the runway?No problem!You don't have to model to be part 
 of the fun. If yousew regularly (or are just getting started)\, enjoy craf
 ting and creative communities\, or simply want a fun afternoon out to insp
 ire future makes\, you belong at Frocktails!Bring your enthusiasm and get 
 ready to celebrate the incredible talent within the St. Louis maker commun
 ity.What to Expect🎉 The Me-Made RunwayThe highlight of the day! Watch f
 ellow makers showcase their handmade garments and creative style.🧵 Inte
 ractive Sewing ActivitiesFun\, hands-on experiences designed to spark conv
 ersation and help you connect with other attendees.🛍️ Silent AuctionB
 id on sewing-related goodies\, supplies\, and unique items while supportin
 g the community.👗 Me-Made ExchangeGive a beloved handmade garment a sec
 ond life by trading it with another maker.🍸 Frocktails & RefreshmentsEn
 joy our signature Frocktails-inspired cocktail\, mocktail\, light bites\, 
 and other beverages.🏪 Local Sewing Vendors & Community PartnersMeet loc
 al organizations that help keep our sewing community thriving.2026 Theme: 
 A Color StoryThis year's theme invites you to explore the power of color a
 nd the stories it can tell.A Color Story is all about using color intentio
 nally\, creatively\, and expressively. Whether you're drawn to bold statem
 ent shades\, soft tonal palettes\, dramatic contrasts\, or a single color 
 from head to toe\, we encourage you to think about how color can help tell
  the story behind your handmade look.Need some inspiration? Consider:A mon
 ochromatic outfit featuring varying shades and textures of the same colorA
  garment inspired by your favorite artwork\, landscape\, season\, or desti
 nationUnexpected color combinations that showcase your personal styleA col
 or palette that reflects a mood\, memory\, or emotionPrints\, patterns\, a
 nd color blocking that create visual impactColors that represent your heri
 tage\, hobbies\, or creative influencesA favorite fabric whose colors insp
 ired an entire outfitYour interpretation can be as literal or as abstract 
 as you'd like. There is no right or wrong way to participate. The goal is 
 simply to celebrate creativity\, craftsmanship\, and the unique perspectiv
 e that every maker brings to their work.Whether you're wearing a rainbow o
 f colors or a perfectly curated palette\, we can't wait to see the story y
 ou choose to tell.Ticket OptionsGeneral AdmissionIncludes:Event admissionO
 ne raffle ticketVIP AdmissionLimited availabilityIncludes:Event admissionF
 ive raffle tickets (prizes TBD)One complimentary cocktailFront-row runway 
 seating*** Early Bird Pricing:General Admission tickets will be $5 off unt
 il July 31! Use code EARLYBIRD at checkout.Event Details📅 Sunday\, Sept
 ember 27\, 2026⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PMRunway begins promptly at 3:00 PM.
 📍 City GardenLocated in St. Louis's historic Shaw neighborhood\, City G
 arden provides the perfect artistic backdrop for an afternoon of handmade 
 fashion and creative connection.Parking is available in the adjacent lot\,
  with additional street parking nearby.Come for the sewing. Stay for the c
 ommunity.Whether you're an experienced garment maker\, a beginner sewist\,
  or simply someone who appreciates handmade creativity\, STL Frocktails is
  your chance to celebrate the makers\, stories\, and garments that bring o
 ur community together. While you wait\, consider joining our Facebook comm
 unity at https://www.facebook.com/groups/stlfrocktails to connect with oth
 er attendees and share inspiration and progress pictures!We can't wait to 
 see what you're wearing!\n\nBoletos: https://www.simpletix.com/e/stl-frock
 tails-tickets-279656
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