Ann Sandhu is not well known in Honolulu, but she is definitely on the radar of fashion-savvy women in the San Francisco area. Now she's bringing her jewelry design and styling talents to Honolulu. Renowned interior designer Mary Philpotts McGrath is bringing Sandhu to her new design atelier, Place, for four workshops.

Sandhu will show how to punch up your personal style using her unique, bold jewelry. She is known for her unusual stone colors, cuts and shapes, creating necklaces and bracelets with visual detail and texture.

Workshops will be held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursday and May 2 in the Place showroom, 40 School St. Reservations are recommended: 275-3075.

BARTON PERREIRA DESIGNER IN TOWN

Sunglass designers Bill Barton and Patty Perreira were among the creative people who developed Oliver Peoples. When Oliver Peoples was sold to Oakley in 2006, they decided to go out on their own as designers. Barton Perreira is the result, launched in November 2007 and already catching on with Hollywood celebs.

Barton will make his first public appearance in Honolulu from noon to 3 p.m. today and tomorrow at Neiman Marcus Ala Moana, on Level 1 in Fashion Accessories. He will advise customers on the best fit and style to suit their face shapes.

BOLTS OF FABRIC & FUN

Any lover of fabric or fabric-based crafts will want to be at Temari's Bolts of Fabric & Fun from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow in the Honpa Hongwanji Social Hall on Pali Highway.

Each year this event grows in size and offerings. In 2008, there's a focus on demonstrations for adults and keiki. Ann Asakura will demonstrate painting on fabric, while Moana Eisele shows how to print on fabric with 'ohe kapala (bamboo stamps). Keiki will learn to print a hachimaki, cotton head wrap, with vegetable and bamboo stamps.

Then, of course, there's the sale: fabrics, kimono, vintage garments, ethnic textiles, fibers, sewing supplies, lace, hand-knotted rugs, embellishments and new creations are among the offerings.

Free admission and free parking. Information: 536-4566 or e-mail temaricenter@temari.com.

FASHION FIESTA

Honolulu Theatre for Youth will present a Latin-themed children's fashion show and luncheon inspired by the much-loved Spanish folk tale "Ferdinand the Bull." The event, billed as "Fashion Fiesta," will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 4, at the Kahala Hotel & Resort.

Fashion Fiesta's menu will have a spicy Latin theme, as will the entertainment. The runway will showcase local retailers and designers Cinnamon Girl, Crazy Shirts, Hawaiian Moon, Fighting Eel, Pretty Me, Local Motion, In4mation, Cupcake Boutique, Mu'umu'u Heaven, Nake'u Awai and KariJane Threads. Hair and makeup will be provided by the Paul Brown Institute. Ryan Brown and Audra Stevenson of the ADR Agency will coach 50 keiki models on their catwalk moves.

HTY will continue its fun tradition of a Fanciest, Largest and Funniest Hat Contest, and a silent auction will be presented.

Tickets are $125. For reservations, e-mail Tim Bostock at tbp@artsatmarks.com or call 521-9699.

DREAMS BEHIND THE SEAMS

The students in Honolulu Community College's Fashion Technology Department are in the final throes of preparations for their annual graduation fashion show. This year's theme is "Dreams Behind the Seams." Twenty student designers will show their original designs, including seven seniors whose collections will be showcased.

Categories for the show promise creativity: Shaka Threads (aloha wear), Raw Edges (street wear), Sew Trashy (recycled wearable art), Clean Finish (evening attire) and the seniors' finale, Serge Forward. Unlike a typical fashion show, the students emphasize that they will show designs for all ages and body types.

Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. and the show will start at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 4, in the Sheraton Waikiki's Molokai Ballroom. Tickets are $35; for more information or to purchase a ticket, call 845-9203.