FAQ
What is Redding Fashion Alliance?
The Redding Fashion Alliance is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Located in the heart of downtown Redding’s newly designated Cultural District, we offer retail space for local makers and designers, makerspace for sewing and fashion design, a classroom space and equipment, and a conference room available to the community for meetings and workshops.
Our programs include low cost access to maker space, beginning through advanced sewing and design instruction, business workshops, networking events, local shopping features, and collaborative programs with other local nonprofits that serve populations with a compromised socioeconomic status, and workforce development for positions within local manufacturing.
Our programs include low cost access to maker space, beginning through advanced sewing and design instruction, business workshops, networking events, local shopping features, and collaborative programs with other local nonprofits that serve populations with a compromised socioeconomic status, and workforce development for positions within local manufacturing.
Where are we located?
1698 Market Street
Redding, Ca 96001
How can I participate in the Redding Fashion Alliance?
If you are interested in teaching a fashion, design, or business class please contact us at info@reddingfashionalliance.org
If I purchase a Day Pass when can I use it?
Day use of the maker space is available based on facility/equipment availability. Workshops and Classes take precedence.
Basic knowledge of sewing skills and sewing machine operation is required. While staff is available for support and help, sewing/machine instruction are not included in the fee.
Call ahead to arrange times and equipment needed. 530-276-0458
11am-4pm Monday-Friday $10 per hour/$30 per day
11am-4pm Saturday $10
First-time users must complete a short safety training with a Redding Fashion Alliance Admin before working in the maker space. Liability forms required on initial sign-in. Forms will be kept on file for annually.
What is included in my rental of a Maker Space?
Your fee covers the rental of a designated space in the RFA Design Studio, ironing boards, utilities, as well as use of cutting tables and industrial machines based on availability (Workshops and Classes take precedence.) You must provide all equipment and furnishings to be used by you in your space.
If I am a maker space renter, when can I work at Redding Fashion Alliance?
Basic knowledge of sewing skills and sewing machine operation is required. While staff and other makers are available for input and support, they, too, are working on personal projects and need the time to complete them. Sewing skills and machine instruction are not included in the fee.
-8am - 10pm 7 days a week
-You will be given a key code for access.
1698 Market Street
Redding, Ca 96001
How can I participate in the Redding Fashion Alliance?
- Take a Class or Workshop
- Use the Maker Space
- Attend an event
- Donate
- Stay in the loop by joining our mailing list
- Shop local fashion!
If you are interested in teaching a fashion, design, or business class please contact us at info@reddingfashionalliance.org
If I purchase a Day Pass when can I use it?
Day use of the maker space is available based on facility/equipment availability. Workshops and Classes take precedence.
Basic knowledge of sewing skills and sewing machine operation is required. While staff is available for support and help, sewing/machine instruction are not included in the fee.
Call ahead to arrange times and equipment needed. 530-276-0458
11am-4pm Monday-Friday $10 per hour/$30 per day
11am-4pm Saturday $10
First-time users must complete a short safety training with a Redding Fashion Alliance Admin before working in the maker space. Liability forms required on initial sign-in. Forms will be kept on file for annually.
What is included in my rental of a Maker Space?
Your fee covers the rental of a designated space in the RFA Design Studio, ironing boards, utilities, as well as use of cutting tables and industrial machines based on availability (Workshops and Classes take precedence.) You must provide all equipment and furnishings to be used by you in your space.
If I am a maker space renter, when can I work at Redding Fashion Alliance?
Basic knowledge of sewing skills and sewing machine operation is required. While staff and other makers are available for input and support, they, too, are working on personal projects and need the time to complete them. Sewing skills and machine instruction are not included in the fee.
-8am - 10pm 7 days a week
-You will be given a key code for access.
Class POLICIES
- All sales are final.
- Any change in sewing class dates must be made with Redding Fashion Alliance admin by contacting us at info@reddingfashionalliance.org 48 hours prior to first class start date.
- A Liability waiver and emergency contact must be signed prior to you or your child participating in class.
- You are responsible for supplying your own fabrics and notions (based on your supply list information.)
- We do have a few fabric kits available for purchase at RFA for beginning students who are children.
- We do not provide day care.
- If your child is participating in 2 sessions of summer camps, please be prepared to pick them up for lunch in between sessions.
- We require parents/guardians to sign their child in and out of each class.
- If your child is 16 or older they may sign themselves in and out of class with parent permission.
- Parents are allowed to accompany their child if they choose.
- We provide sewing machines and tools for all students.
- Please do not drop off your child more than 15 minutes early and please be prompt for pick ups.
- If your child has any special needs or allergies please let us know prior to the start of class.
- If your child is dismissed from class for behavioral issues no refunds will be provided.