Celebrating Helen Uffner

Thank you, Helen, for the education of emerging costume designers over the 40+ years of Helen Uffner Vintage Clothing.

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The Helen Uffner Theater & Film Designer Vintage Research Grant

Calling All NYU Grad Students with a Passion for Vintage!

Applications are now open for the Helen Uffner Theater & Film Designer Vintage Research Grant — an exciting opportunity for costume design students who live and breathe vintage fashion. This grant was founded in honor of the brilliance of Helen Uffner.

This unique experience includes:

Two immersive days working hands-on at Helen Uffner’s renowned vintage collection
Two to three days of intensive pattern development under the expert guidance of legendary costume shop owner Sally Ann Parsons
The chance to select an authentic vintage piece from Helen’s archives and translate it into a custom pattern with Sally Ann
4–6 weeks of paid research and design work

If you have a keen eye for period garments and a foundation in patterning, this is your moment. If you are an individual or entity who would like to contribute to this wonderful grant the ReThread Project would be grateful.

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Memory Book

The ReThread Project is taking submissions for an memory books for Helen Uffner- fill yours out today.

Here's your chance to fill out a memory of how Helen Uffner has impacted you. Follow this link to submit your memory.

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The ReThread Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, supports and promotes sustainable costume production and preservation through education, scholarships, and apprenticeships for the film, theater, and performing arts communities.