I graduated from Art Center College of Design in 1998, and have been selling original oil paintings for the last 30 years. I've worked with numerous galleries and reproduction companies across the country, during my career. I've done some teaching along the way, and greatly enjoy the one on one dialogue it encourages. I work in a very impressionistic, impastoed style at times, with emphasis on design, shape and light.

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SEWING & DESIGN: I have many years of sewing experience. I am a 4th-generation tailor. I worked in theater as a costume designer, I ran a costume shop for 6 years. I love to turn people on to the frugal craft of sewing to save money and create projects to suit your personal desires. I love the ability to create something made specifically for me. COOKING: I'm also a chef. Learning to cook is a great way to save money and eat well at the same time. You can have control over your diet and wallet at the same time. In high school, I was cooking every day after school in a Chinese restaurant until I graduated. My experience is in shopping, meal p

My name is Christina Borraez. I'm a professional in the fashion industry for over 30 years making custom clothing, patternmaker for manufactures, product developer, etc. Around 15 years ago, by chance I started to teach sewing and turned out to be something I love to do. I've taught and still teach all age ranges, many types of skills and techniques. Lessons are usually about 1 1/2 hrs. per session. A schedule can be worked out. The rate is 80.00 per hour for private lessons when I drive to you. When you come to class private lessons run 45.00 per hour. Starting March I'll have small group classes and workshops. Saturday classes for k...