American Sewing Guild - Atlanta Chapter

Make & Take/Sit-n-Sew
2023-12-02 10:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | North Cobb Regional Library, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144, United States

Make & Take/Sit-n-Sew
2023-12-02 10:00 - 14:30
Make & Take/Sit-n-Sew
Date: Dec 2, 2023

Sit-n-Sew – 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
“Make & Take” Christmas Stockings with our students – 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Sewing - It's Our Thing!
2023-10-21 11:30 - 15:30
Join us at our 2023 Annual Meeting for some Creative Fun, Food and Fellowship.
Guest Speaker – Amanda Britton – Head Coordinator of the KSU Textile Department

Make sure to read about the president’s challenge this year – it’s golden!!!
Click here for more details on the Challenge

Registration

$5 Registration fee (to go towards the food)
Click here to register.
Note: while registering you will be asked to indicate the type of salad you would like for lunch.
Non-members are welcome to attend.

Day 2 Sewing with Knits - Pam Howard
2023-09-30 09:00 - 17:00
Join ASG Atlanta for Day 2 of the workshop with Pam Howard!
This is the second day of workshop.
Pam will guide you in constructing a knit top and bottom (bottom will be a skirt or can be pants if you have a knit pants pattern that fits you). Take sewing with knits to the next level.
Sewing with knit fabrics is not as difficult as you may think. Knit garments are very comfortable to wear since the fabrics give or stretch as you wear them. The fabrics come in many types and weights, resist wrinkles and travel well.
Click here for more details
Click here to find out more about Pam Howard

Sewing with Knits - Pam Howard
2023-09-29 10:00 - 14:00
Join ASG Atlanta for a 2-day workshop with Pam Howard!
This is a two-day workshop. Price includes both days
Pam will guide you in constructing a knit top and bottom (bottom will be a skirt or can be pants if you have a knit pants pattern that fits you). Take sewing with knits to the next level.
Sewing with knit fabrics is not as difficult as you may think. Knit garments are very comfortable to wear since the fabrics give or stretch as you wear them. The fabrics come in many types and weights, resist wrinkles and travel well.
Click here for more details
Click here to find out more about Pam Howard
Buy tickets now – there are only 20 seats available

Bra Making Class
2023-08-26 09:30 - 16:00
Event Cancelled.

The Bra Kit Includes:
– The Shelley Bra Pattern (traditional wired bra) and Optional: The Sahaara Wireless Bra (made with stretch fabric and no wires)
– Fabric bra kit
Click Here for More Details
About Nikki Griffin:
After a successful 30 years in corporate America and a global pandemic, I decided to return to my roots and
teach people of all levels how to master the sewing craft.
As an 8-year-old child at my grandmother’s knee, I begged her to teach me to sew on her broken machine. My
grandmother’s spirit of determination was not going to stop her from teaching me this valuable craft. One hot
summer day, she gathered me and some fabric and taught me how to make my first garment…by hand.
Without the use of a machine, I cut and created about 10 halter tops and was the most fashionable little girl on
the block. After my halter top creation, I spent years dismantling and upcycling my old clothes, creating styles
that caught everyone’s eye. I got my first sewing machine at 12 years old and I’ve been sewing ever since.
I followed my dreams and spent a career in the fashion industry in retail, merchandising and sales. I have been
taught by some of the top designers in the industry and I want to share what I have learned over the decades
with you. Consider this your invitation into the community that I have built!
​
Learn to sew your own style, with me Nikki G of Sewing My Style!
Website Sewing Lessons | Sewingmystyle

The Common Threads Fabric Sale
2023-08-19 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for our 2023 Common Threads Fabric Sale!

Handbag Class with Patsy Spencer - Waitlist Only
2023-08-05 09:30 - 16:00
This class is now waitlisted. Please email ASG.education to be added to the waitlist.

Come join the fun as Patsy Spencer teaches us the fine art of Bag Making.

We will be making the Vera Slouch Bag by Sotak Patterns

Class prices includes:
1. All interfacings and hardware (except internal zipper).
2. Pattern
3. Lunch

You will need to bring your own fabrics and Zipper

ASG CONFERENCE
2023-07-27 - 2023-07-31
Our annual Conference options give sewing enthusiasts a place to celebrate all things sewing, quilting and embroidery. The conference is open to to the public. If you love sewing, you’ll love the creativity, the ideas, the ingenuity, and the fun!
Click HERE to find out more!

Machine Embroidery with Cookie Gaynor
2023-06-17 09:00 - 15:30
A fun In-the-Hoop machine embroidery class focuses on trendy embellishments and special techniques. Easy, fun, and quick to make once you know how!
The event includes tips for selecting stabilizers and specialty products for your bag projects.
Cookie Gaynor will show you how easy it is to create a unique bag to hold your embroidery tools
More Details Click Here

PART 2 Bra Making with Nikki Griffin
2023-05-20 10:00 - 16:00
CLASS SOLD OUT -TO BE PUT ON THE WAITLIST PLEASE EMAIL Sandie Henler at asg.education@asgatlanta.org
Join ASG in May for an exciting class with Nikki Griffin, veteran sewist and lingerie maker.
Nikki will guide you to sew a customized bra that fits.
This Class is PART TWO
First Day, Thursday May 18, 2023 from 4pm – 8pm
Second Day, Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 10am – 4PM
Class Description:
Thursday, May 18, 2023 – session will focus on taking accurate measurements, the bra pattern and cutting out your toile (muslin)
Saturday, May 20, 2023 – session will cover sewing the bra and adjusting the fit
The Bra Kit Includes:
– The Shelley Bra Pattern (traditional wired bra) and Optional: The Sahaara Wireless Bra (made with stretch fabric and no wires)
– Fabric bra kit
About Nikki Griffin:
After a successful 30 years in corporate America and a global pandemic, I decided to return to my roots and
teach people of all levels how to master the sewing craft.
As an 8-year-old child at my grandmother’s knee, I begged her to teach me to sew on her broken machine. My
grandmother’s spirit of determination was not going to stop her from teaching me this valuable craft. One hot
summer day, she gathered me and some fabric and taught me how to make my first garment…by hand.
Without the use of a machine, I cut and created about 10 halter tops and was the most fashionable little girl on
the block. After my halter top creation, I spent years dismantling and upcycling my old clothes, creating styles
that caught everyone’s eye. I got my first sewing machine at 12 years old and I’ve been sewing ever since.
I followed my dreams and spent a career in the fashion industry in retail, merchandising and sales. I have been
taught by some of the top designers in the industry and I want to share what I have learned over the decades
with you. Consider this your invitation into the community that I have built!
​
Learn to sew your own style, with me Nikki G of Sewing My Style!
Website Sewing Lessons | Sewingmystyle

Bra Making with Nikki Griffin
2023-05-18 16:00 - 20:00
CLASS SOLD OUT -TO BE PUT ON THE WAITLIST PLEASE EMAIL Sandie Hendler asg.education@asgatlanta.org
Join ASG in May for an exciting class with Nikki Griffin, veteran sewist and lingerie maker.
Nikki will guide you to sew a customized bra that fits.
This is a two part class:
First Day, Thursday May 18, 2023 from 4pm – 8pm
Second Day, Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 10am – 4PM
Tickets Available NOW for ASG Atlanta Members $200
Tickets Available March 15, 2023 for Non-members $250
Ticket price includes – both days and the Kit fee.
There are only 15 Tickets so be sure to register right away!
Class Description:
Thursday, May 18, 2023 – session will focus on taking accurate measurements, the bra pattern and cutting out your toile (muslin)
Saturday, May 20, 2023 – session will cover sewing the bra and adjusting the fit
The Bra Kit Includes:
– The Shelley Bra Pattern (traditional wired bra) and Optional: The Sahaara Wireless Bra (made with stretch fabric and no wires)
– Fabric bra kit
About Nikki Griffin:
After a successful 30 years in corporate America and a global pandemic, I decided to return to my roots and
teach people of all levels how to master the sewing craft.
As an 8-year-old child at my grandmother’s knee, I begged her to teach me to sew on her broken machine. My
grandmother’s spirit of determination was not going to stop her from teaching me this valuable craft. One hot
summer day, she gathered me and some fabric and taught me how to make my first garment…by hand.
Without the use of a machine, I cut and created about 10 halter tops and was the most fashionable little girl on
the block. After my halter top creation, I spent years dismantling and upcycling my old clothes, creating styles
that caught everyone’s eye. I got my first sewing machine at 12 years old and I’ve been sewing ever since.
I followed my dreams and spent a career in the fashion industry in retail, merchandising and sales. I have been
taught by some of the top designers in the industry and I want to share what I have learned over the decades
with you. Consider this your invitation into the community that I have built!
​
Learn to sew your own style, with me Nikki G of Sewing My Style!
Website Sewing Lessons | Sewingmystyle

Spring Fling 2023
2023-04-29 12:00 - 16:00
Ladies of the ASG Atlanta, Spring Fling is here! The theme is “Come See What’s Brewing in the ASG this Spring”. It’s a tea and we hope all of you will join us.
This is an opportunity to pull out your Spring Hats / Fascinators’ and bring your favorite teacup and saucer. We will supply a variety of teas, but you can bring your own if you have a favorite.
Pettit sandwiches, and cookies will be served.
Of course there will be door prizes, a fashion show, NG displays plus a panel with past and present ASG Presidents.
All this at the great price of $5.00
Get your ticket now to reserve your seat.

Sewing in the Pines Retreat
2023-01-19 14:30 - 2023-01-22 15:00
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.
TO BE WAITLISTED, please email – asg.neighborhoodgroups@asgatlanta.org
thank you
January 19 – 22, 2023 for our annual Fall Retreat. This year we are heading south, to the Calvin Center in Hampton Georgia (take I-75 South to Tara Blvd, exit and drive 20 miles south). Prices include 3 meals per day.

Prices: $300 each for a shared room. $450 for a single. There will be a $50 non refundable deposit that is due as soon as possible.

You do not have to be an ASG member to come. Bring your friends and relatives.

Limited availability so save your space now!
All Rooms – $50.00 non refundable deposit

Shared Room 1st payment – $125.00 Due on July 15th
Shared Room final payment – $125.00 Due on October 15th

Single Room 1st payment – $200.00 Due on July 15th
Single Room final payment – $200.00 Due on Oct 15th

Shared Room Paid in Full $300
Single Room Paid in full $450

For more details contact Sandy Hendler at: asg.neighborhoodgroups@asgatlanta.org

Annual Meeting 2022
2022-10-29 10:30 - 14:30
Annual Meeting 2022 – Growing Together
IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN! Time to celebrate another ASG year well lived!
Join us on October 29, 10:30-2:30 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, in Alpharetta.
We have sew many exciting plans to make it such a grand time. There will be a FASHION SHOW for all who have participated in the President’s Embellishment Challenge. A collection of all those BABY ITEMS you’ve been sewing for charity. A fascinating presentation by Cindy Foose about the HISTORY OF PATTERN MAKING. Fabulous PRIZES. Installation of 2023 Officers. And of course, the best part – great food and great times with your SEW SISTERS!
This event is Free to members but you must register.

Cindy Foose Workshop
2022-10-28 09:30 - 16:30
DETAILS MATTER!
Join us in a workshop with Cindy Foose to focus on construction techniques that will take your garments from pretty to POLISHED AND PROFESSIONAL.
Explore the different impact of straight grain/cross grain/bias on ruffles. Learn gathering techniques for various types of fabric. Examine unique stitching techniques for curves and edges. And so much more.

You will leave with a sample book you make during the workshop that you will refer to time and again.

Workshop is October 28, 9:30-4:30 at Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance, 3420 W. Hospital Ave, Suite 103, Chamblee, GA.

Kit included
$55 for ASG members
$65 for non-members. .

Limit 20 students. Register by October 14

Charity Sew-in
2022-09-17 10:00 - 15:00
Join us for a Charity Sew-in on Saturday, Sept 17th from 10-3 at North Cobb Regional Library.

We will be sewing:
Winter scarves, hats and mittens
Lap Quilts
Christmas Stockings for Ronald McDonald HouseThis is a time for everyone, members and non-members alike to enjoy each other’s company doing what we love to do – SEW!

Ronald McDonald House Stockings
Christmas will be here before we know it. The Atlanta area Ronald McDonald House has made a request for Christmas stockings for the children who will be spending their Christmas receiving life saving medical care. Each child is given a stocking and allowed to fill it with items from the store at the Ronald McDonald House – for many, this is their only Christmas. ASG member Paula Zachary is generously spearheading the ASG initiative to provide 140 stockings for these children. She has provided patterns and instructions for the Magic Christmas Stocking HERE and on I/O groups. Cheerful Christmas cottons with batting would be a great fabric choice.
Bring your completed stockings to the Annual Meeting on October 29th and receive a FREE raffle ticket for each stocking.
If you can’t make it to the annual meeting, contact Paula Zachary or Susan Marling. Paula needs all of the stockings in early November.

Register now to reserve your seat!

Common Threads
2022-08-20 09:00 - 14:00
FABRIC SALE!! $2/YARD DON’T MISS OUT!
Saturday August 20 from 9 am – 2 pm the Atlanta Chapter of American Sewing Guild will be hosting our annual Fabric Resale Event!
Amazing fabric, Notions, Patterns and more! All at amazing prices!

Join us at 1655 Enterprise Way in Marietta.

If you like to sew you won’t want to miss this!

Community Sew-In for Babies and Children
2022-07-30 10:00 - 16:00
We will be creating baby and children’s items for Must Ministries and Chris 180 SPOT baby shower.
Come and join us for an afternoon of sewing, fellowship and giving.
All skill levels are welcome!
There is no charge for this event but please register to reserve your spot.

ASG Conference 2022
2022-06-30 - 2022-07-03
Our annual in-person Conference gives sewing enthusiasts a place to celebrate all things sewing, quilting and embroidery. Members can attend our online conference, as well as our in-person conference each year featuring:

Shopping: The vendor-packed Exhibit Hall is full of both large and small sewing and quilting businesses selling fabric, notions, patterns, sewing furniture, machines, threads, projects, DVD’s, books and more.
Education: The conference offers daily educational opportunities in the form of workshops, seminars and lectures. Classes are tailored to every sewing interest from couture sewing to stash management, from fitting and alterations to surface design and embellishment, from hand sewing to serger sewing, as well as every level of sewing skill.
Fellowship: Tours, get-togethers, lunches, the annual Fashion Show and more!

Annual Conference

June 30 – July 3, 2022
Marriott San Antonio RiverCenter
101 Bowie Street, San Antonio TX 78205
Make Reservations

Community Sew-In - Placemats
2022-05-11 10:00 - 16:00
Let’s Make Some Placemats for Meals on Wheels!
ASG Atlanta has a great opportunity to brighten up the days of elderly citizens in our community. Forsyth County Meals on Wheels has made a request for 200 placemats and 20 adult bibs for their clients.
Meals on Wheels delivers free meals each week to elderly and at-risk individuals who may not receive nutritious meals otherwise.
The placemats made by ASG Atlanta members will be delivered to each client with one of their meal deliveries in late July/early August. We need to have them finished by June 1, 2022
This is a great opportunity to use up smaller cotton pieces and batting that may be in your stash.
The meals are about the size of a “Lean Cuisine” frozen dinner (about 8″ x 9″). Some have been making placemats that measure 10″ x 13″. Larger or slightly smaller placemats are perfect as well.
They have also requested 20 adult bibs and you can use your creativity on these to create something pretty and fun
All items should be washable. Contact Susan Marling to set up a drop-off for your neighborhood group or individually. asg.communityservice@asgatlanta.org
Bring your finished placemats to SPRING FLING on April 30th and receive one FREE ticket for each donated placemat, for a prize drawing!
Please register to reserve your spot!

Spring Fling
2022-04-30 12:00 - 15:00
It’s time to celebrate SPRING FLING!
This year we’re hosting a live, in person event!! Oh, how we’ve missed you!
Please come and show off your creations; dresses, tops, pants, coordinates, bags, quilts and any other items you’ve made during the past 2 years.
There will be a Member’s Fashion Show, door prizes and lunch, all for the low price of FREE for Atlanta ASG-Members. Your family and friends are also invited for the low price of $10.

There will be a basket drawing for some big prizes, tickets are 10 for $5.
Get a free ticket for each Meals on Wheels Placemat turned in that day; click here for details.
If you are the proud owner of a Sue Leonard garment, we would love to see it in the fashion show!

Show us what you have been sewing. Multiple entries welcome, please submit a separate form for each entry/ensemble.
Fashion Show Entry forms are available here.
Space is limited so please register soon and buy tickets for your guests.
Please Register by Friday, April 15, 2022
We hope you will join us as we venture into 2022!

Creating Custom Trims - with Mary Funt - Second Session Apr 1
2022-04-01 13:30 - 17:30
CREATING CUSTOM COUTURE TRIMS:
Join the renowned Mary Funt, of cloningcouture.com, for The Second Session of the virtual workshop titled Creative Custom Trims.
This is a Two Day Workshop, Friday, March 25th and April 1st, 2022
Find out more about Mary Funt and details for these events by clicking HERE
Registration deadline is March 19, 2022
If you have purchased a ticket – you will receive a zoom link closer to the event date.

Couture Techniques for Sleeves with Mary Funt
2022-03-26 13:00 - 14:30
COUTURE TECHNIQUES FOR SLEEVE DRAFTING
Join the renowned Mary Funt, of cloningcouture.com, for a virtual presentation and trunk show of her exquisite garments.
This 1 ½ hour presentation will include:
Adjusting a jacket pattern
Shaping the fabric so the design carries smoothly across the upper chest and onto the sleeve
Analyzing and adjusting an armhole
Drafting a custom sleeve; converting a pattern to a three-piece sleeve
Shaping the fabric sleeve for a more attractive fit
Determining proper sleeve pitch and balance prior to sewing the sleeve into the jacket
Saturday, March 26, 2022 1:00pm–2:30 pm – $10. ASG Members and $15. for non-members. Maximum of 50 attendees
Registration deadline is March 19, 2022
If you’ve purchased a ticket, you will receive a zoom link closer to the event.

Creating Custom Trims - with Mary Funt - First Session - Mar 25
2022-03-25 13:30 - 17:30
CREATING CUSTOM COUTURE TRIMS:
Join the renowned Mary Funt, of cloningcouture.com, for a Virtual Two Day Workshop titled Creative Custom Trims.
There will be two sessions: Friday, March 25th and April 1st, 2022
This workshop includes:
Review of basic easy crochet stitches
Trims based on crochet stitches
Trims based on braided tubes of yarn and/or fabric
Trims based on Kumihimo braids, both 5 and 10 strands
Combining the above techniques to create unique trims
A trunk show of garments highlighting trims made with techniques covered in class
The workshop format will be a demonstration of the technique followed by a practice session of each method. Participants will create a sample book containing each technique for reference. Materials to create multiple variations of each technique will be provided as part of the kit. The Kumihimo method requires the use of a specialized braiding stand so that technique will be demonstrated only. Great opportunity to learn some new couture trim techniques.
Students will need: Scissors, have a steam iron and pressing board or mat nearby.
Friday, March 25th and April 1st, 2022 from 1:30-5:30 pm each day.
Workshop is limited to 50 students.
Members Two-day Workshop Fee: $75 includes kit
Non-Member Two-day Workshop Fee: $85 also includes kit.
Find out more about Mary Funt and details for these events by clicking HERE
Registration deadline is March 19, 2022
If you have purchased a ticket, you will receive a zoom link closer to the event.

SEWING EXPO
2022-03-10 - 2022-03-12
The Original Sewing and Quilt Expo is coming to Atlanta.

Spark your creativity as you – Shop – Learn – Experience!

Click here for more info

5th Saturday Sew In
2022-01-29 10:00 - 15:00
Join us for this worthy cause; Sew crate pads for the cats of DeKalb Animal Shelter!
Not every cat gets a crate pad 🙁 We need your help to change that!
Bring your:

Sewing machine
Notions
Fleece, flannel
Hi-loft batting
Your snacks and drinks to share with the group

Can’t join us in person but want to participate? You can make cat crate pads at your home (25.5″ x 18.5″) or you can donate materials (fleece, flannel, high loft batting). email Susan for more information or to coordinate drop-off or pick-up near you.
This event is open to non-members and members alike
You must purchase a FREE ticket to register for this event!!

Click here for more information

Sewing in the Mountains Retreat
2021-12-02 16:00 - 2021-12-05 17:00
Calling all creatives!! Join us for our annual sewing retreat in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains!
Nestled in the mountains, surrounded by trees; the scenery is guaranteed to inspire your artist’s soul.
There will be a large sewing room space for all of us and plenty of fun, food, and fellowship too!
Click here for details about this event.
The total cost per person is $370.00. If you do the nonrefundable deposit of $50 your next payment of $160 will be due July 15th and the final payment of $160 on September 15th.
Don’t delay, space is limited!!

Annual Meeting
2021-10-16 14:00 - 15:30
Our Annual Meeting will be Virtual.
You will need to register to get the zoom link.
This year’s event is guaranteed to delight! There will be a slide show of President’s Challenge entries, door prizes and so much more.
2021 President Challenge – To finish sewing something using a technique you learned in a class or presentation in the past two years. We want to see what everyone has learned over the last two years!
There will be prizes, of course. Be ready to show off your creation at this year’s Virtual Annual Meeting.
It is easy to enter, just email asg.specialevents@asgatlanta.org with the following
information:
1) Your name
2) Description of item
3) Tell us about the class where you learned the technique
4) Pictures of the item
Entries are due by October 9th, 2021.

Log in to the Members Only area to register.

Ellen W. Miller Couture Embellishments
2021-10-02 10:00 - 16:30
Ellen W. Miller, the author of Creating Couture Embellishments, will be offering us two couture opportunities.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Lecture and trunk show: The Bodices of Creating Couture Embellishment Click Here for Details
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM – Workshop: Creating Carnations from Ribbon Click Here for Details Workshop ticket price includes a kit that will be mailed to your house prior to the workshop.
For Both: After purchase, a Zoom Link will be emailed to you.
You do not want to miss this inspiring time with Ellen Miller!
