American Sewing Guild - Atlanta Chapter

Sew-In Saturday, July 6th
2019-07-06 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
“Have summer projects on your list? Join us for an Independence Day Weekend Sew-In!

Sign up for one day or both days. Bring your machine(s) and tools and a project or two and spend a day (or two) working on projects with sewing friends! You are welcome to bring any type of sewing – garments, crafts, home dec, or even that basket of UFOs.

Registration fee is $8 per day (ASG Atlanta members) to cover our rental fee at SEFAA. Bring your own lunch and/or snacks, or take a break and go out for lunch. If you register for both days you may leave your supplies in the facility overnight. Registrants will receive more details the week of the sew-in.

Tickets go on sale, Sunday, June 2nd.
No refunds after June 21.”

Sew-In Friday, July 5th
2019-07-05 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)

Compass Bag Workshop with Patsy Spencer
2019-06-29 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Handbag Class with Patsy Spencer
Saturday, June 29, 2019
Ashby Sewing Machine Co.
2255 Old 41 HWY NW, STE 140
Kennesaw, GA 30144

Join us for this Don’t Miss Event as Patsy Spencer teaches us how to make the Compass Bag by noodle-head.com. And the best part…it will be completed in one day!
CLICK FOR MORE INFO
Registration will open on April 29, 2019. Registration is limited to 10 participants.

$55.00 for Members
$75.00 for Non-Members

Spring Fling with Linda Lee
2019-03-30 09:15 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Saturday, March 30, 2019
Spring Fling will be here before you know it and this year our Special Guest is Linda Lee, owner of The Sewing Workshop, here to talk about her patterns and translate them into Spring and Summer wardrobe ideas for us!
Linda’s training and experience as an interior designer has come in handy as she travels the country teaching the art of combining beautiful fabrics for the fashion–conscious home sewer. Along with teaching fitting skills and fine sewing techniques, she is known for designing patterns under the name of The Sewing Workshop, a line of patterns for the modern sewer who is interested in architecturally interesting styles to flatter with flare.
Age is nothing but a number when it comes to looking fabulous and no one does it better than The Sewing Workshop Pattern Collection. From beautiful fabrics to stunning colors, this showcase of handmade garments will challenge you to rethink how you dress and what you want to sew. The Sewing Workshop is known for its carefree chic combinations of daring fabrics, textures and patterns in layers of drape and shape. Linda will interpret how to read the trends of the moment and fit those concepts into making real clothes for you. You will leave knowing a lot more about fabrics, where to buy the good ones, how to work with them in unique ways and how to blend them into your wardrobe, eventually building a core wardrobe of quiet confidence with the add-ons that have plenty of personality.
In addition to Linda Lee’s dynamic program, look forward to lunch with your sewing friends!
Start now to think about what YOU will model in the Fashion Show!
Ticket sales will open February 1, 2019.
When: Saturday, March 30, 2019
Time: Registration begins – 9:15AM, Program – 10:00AM, Cleanup: 2:00PM
Where: Dorothy C. Benson Center, 6500 Vernon Woods Dr NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Member Cost: $15/per person

The Tremont Jacket- with Linda Lee
2019-03-29 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
Friday, March 29, 2019,
KSU Education Center
3333 Busbee Dr.
Room 242
Kennesaw, Georgia 30144
Join Linda Lee and other ASG Atlanta members the day before Spring Fling for an all-day class creating her Sewing Workshop pattern “Tremont Jacket”.
This unfitted, asymmetrical jacket can be made in a wide variety of fabrics so you can easily customize it to your fashion sense.
Linda will also teach several techniques during this class.
CLICK LINK FOR WORKSHOP DETAILS

Time: The class starts at 9:00 AM and goes until 4:30 PM, lunch included.
Cost: The cost of the class is $95.00 for members; $150 for non-members.
Questions: contact Melanie Leigh or Glenda Hays at asg.education@asgatlanta.org
Tickets go on sale – Thursday, February 14th. Class size is limited to only 14 people.

ASG Atlanta CAB Meeting (Chapter Advisory Board)
2019-01-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-11-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-05-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
All ASG members are welcome and encouraged to attend CAB meetings.
The Atlanta ASG Chapter Advisory Board meets on the third Saturday every odd numbered month. Meeting locations vary so please check the Event listing to verify the meeting site before setting out.

ASG Member Morning at Topstitch Studio & Lounge - Special Event
2018-12-02 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
ASG Atlanta Member Morning at Topstitch Studio and Lounge

This is a special event just for ASG Atlanta members. Topstitch Studio is opening their doors early to welcome our members in a special morning of shopping, pastries, and coffee.
Topstitch features beautiful fabrics, independent patterns, notions and fun sewing items. They also have a sewing studio where classes are held. Check out their website for a look at their inventory and class offerings
Parking is paid hourly. Visit this site for details on where to park and how to access lots. https://poncecitymarket.com/parking/

Come see this sponsor’s beautiful shop in its new and expanded location and find out what Topstitch Studio is all about!

Bring your membership card for 15% off your purchase.
,
Time: Sunday – December 2nd, 2018 – 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Location:
Topstitch Studio & Lounge

Ponce City Market
675 Ponce de Leon, Suite 225
Atlanta, Georgia 30308
(Our studio is in the main building above the food hall, near the Mercury. )
(404) 228-7243
www.topstitchatl.com

Cost: Free – No registration necessary.

Embroidery ITH (In The Hoop)
2018-12-01 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
ITH has become a common acronym for In The Hoop embroidery designs, but what does that really mean? Most of the time it refers to designs used for projects that are completely done by embroidering in the hoop – no additional sewing necessary. While for most designs that is true, occasionally a bit of hand sewing to close an opening used to turn the item created right side out is required. Multiple pieces done in separate hoopings may also be needed, with the final hooping sewing all the parts together.
This class will use an ITH Crossbody Bag design by Edie Gribler, an ASG member who recently moved to Virginia Beach to be near family. She started digitizing designs after going to an Anita Goodesign event where she purchased Steve Wilson’s digitizing university. With her background in graphic arts, it was a natural next step. Today she has her own website and a large following of customers. Website: https://inthehoopembroiderydesigns.com
Melanie Leigh and Katie Harper, two outstanding and talented embroidery experts (who are also members of our ASG chapter) will be teaching this class. Students will learn how to use their embroidery machine to create the Crossbody Bag, which will be created in one hooping and finished in the hoop. The bag has hardware attached for the strap and a monogram to accent the front. A great gift for friends and family for Christmas.
Before class, each student will need to purchase the design ($14.95), MONOGRAM CROSSBODY BAG, from Edie’s website. The link to the required class design is: https://inthehoopembroiderydesigns.com/products/monogram-crossbody-bag-in-the-hoop
Please download this design prior to class and bring it with you.
Supplies To Bring:

Fabric for bag
Embroidery thread to coordinate with the fabric
Embroidery machine with a hoop that fits design size purchased
Scissors
Painters tape
Design

Note: The class kit will include bag hardware, batting, and stabilizer.
Time: The class starts at 10:00 and goes until 4:00, lunch included.
Location: The class location is in Marietta at the Georgia Association of Water Professionals (GAWP)
1655 Enterprise Way
Marietta GA 30067
Cost: The cost of the class is $45.00 which includes the kit and lunch. You are also required to purchase the bag design separately ($14.95) and bring the design to class with you. Class is limited to 12 participants.
If you need additional information, please contact Melanie Leigh sewmanymemories1@gmail.com

Annual Meeting - Sat., October 20, 2018
2018-10-20 10:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
Annual Meeting, Saturday, October 20, 2018
Thread Jazz for Quilting and Embellishing -AND- Needle and Thread Know-How Presenter: Sulky Professional Educator, Ellen Osten
Ellen has been traveling throughout the country giving lectures, demos and hands-on classes with Sulky of America, Inc. since 1988. Her lecture features tips for success with thread, stabilizer, needle options, and so much more! Learn how to make your wearable art, quilts, and wall-hangings be just as dazzling and amazing as the experts. Each attendee will receive a folder filled with information designed to help them sew successfully with Sulky products. The Sulky Marketplace table at the venue will also provide members with a 25% discount on all purchases made that day! ASG members will receive a ticket for the Sulky Prize Package drawing (a $200 value) as they arrive. Details for opportunities to earn additional tickets will be announced soon and will be tied to your projects for Community Service and the President’s Challenge.
Cost: As always, there is no charge for our Annual Meeting and lunch but you must register so we have a headcount for the caterer.
Venue: We will be returning to the beautiful Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multipurpose Facility, Building B, 6500 Vernon Woods Drive, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 (285 and Roswell Road NE)
Check-In: 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Program: 10:00 a.m. to 01:30 p.m.
Note Program Change: We will not have a Fashion Show at our Annual Meeting. The Fashion Show will be featured at our Spring Fling 2019. Save your beautiful fashions for spring and wow us!
Registration: Registration will open September 1st and close October 11th.

5th Saturday / Sunday Sew - September 2018 - Two Day Mini Retreat!
2018-09-29 10:00 - 2018-09-30 16:00 (America/New_York)
FIFTH SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

We’ve got a two-fer this September! On the weekend of September 29 and 30 ASG Atlanta is holding a 2-day sew-in at SEFAA, sort of an in-town ‘sewing retreat’! There is no particular sewing focus for this sew-in. Bring your machine(s), projects, lunch/refreshments and knock out some of your autumn sewing projects. Machines and supplies can be left overnight at SEFAA.

When:
Saturday, September 29 from 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, September 30 from 11 am to 4 pm

Registration: Available August 15th – Ends September 26th

Maximum Attendance: 12
To ensure we have plenty of space for cutting and sewing, we are limiting participation to just 12 so if you’re interested, register early!

Cost: Members: $6 Non-members: $20 ( Non-members must be sponsored by a member) The fee will cover the cost of room rental.

We Provide:

Tables
Chairs
Electricity
Camaraderie and company!

You Bring:

Machine, power cord, foot pedal
Sewing Project
Fabric, thread, etc.
Pattern
Notions
Cutting implements (scissors, rotary cutter, mat) There is table space for cutting mats.
Fabric
Surge protector or multi-outlet if needed (we have power but it may be convenient to have a multi-outlet cord)
Irons/ironing boards
Bring your own lunch and refreshments

2018 ASG National Conference - Las Vegas NV
2018-07-12 08:00 - 2018-07-15 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The ASG Annual Conference is a once-a-year opportunity for sewing enthusiasts to gather to celebrate all things sewing, quilting and embroidery. See full details at ASG.org

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!

5th Saturday Sew-in - June 2018 - Community Service
2018-06-30 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
On Saturday, June 30th, we will hold a “Fifth Saturday” Sew-In.
Come join us for us a day of Charity Sewing.
We will be working on the various ASG Atlanta Community Service Projects:

ASG Make-A-Wish Bear Gowns
Walker Caddy Bags
Placemats
Tissue Covers
Pillowcases
Other Community Service Project of your choosing

Although we’re focusing on Community service, you are welcome to work on any project.
Please see the instruction links under the Community Service Tab on the ASG Atlanta Website: https://asgatlanta.org/community-service/ for some of the suggested project instructions.
Registration will be available beginning May 15th.
Maximum attendance is 15.
We Provide:

Tables
Chairs
Electricity
Precut kits for Community Service Projects (may be limited)
Patterns for Community Service Projects
Camaraderie and company!

You Bring:

Machine, power cord, foot pedal
Sewing Project
Fabric, thread, etc.
Pattern
Notions
Cutting implements (scissors, rotary cutter, mat) There is table space for cutting mats.
Fabric to donate for projects
Surge protector or multi-outlet if needed (we have power but it may be convenient to have a multi-outlet cord)
Irons/ironing boards
Bring your own lunch and refreshments

Using Your Sloper to Fit a Commercial Pattern with Deanne Smith
2018-06-02 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Have you become discouraged sewing garments and not getting the results you dreamed of? Deanne will teach you how to get the results that you want in this fun class. You will learn to evaluate your commercial patterns and develop the techniques needed to adjust them for your perfect fit. During the class, you will adapt one commercial pattern while learning about fit, wearability, mobility as well as fit lines and style lines of a pattern.
Don’t have a sloper? Not sure if you should attend this class? Worried that the sloper concept is beyond you right now? No it isn’t! You likely have everything you need for the class in your sewing room. Here is what is needed to make this class perfect for you.
If you do not have a block pattern or a sloper already, you can still successfully attend this class as long as you have a well-fitting garment pattern that has a jewel neckline and a bust dart. Please trace this well-fitting pattern on unwrinkled paper, drawing in the seam lines for the shoulders, neckline, armscye, side seams and sleeves. (Do not include the seam allowances) Mark the center front, center back and all the normal pattern specific details.
If you already have a fitted block pattern or sloper with a jewel neckline and a bust dart, that is perfect. Copy that to paper without seam allowances. Mark the center front, center back and all the normal specific details. Please bring that unwrinkled copy to class. If you already have a fitted muslin, please bring that as well.
Included in kit fee:
Large tracing paper 26” x 39” and a 24” by 20-yard roll of sketch paper. Almost all of your pattern pieces will fit on this sheet for tracing. You can see through it to locate any print or lines on the fabric.

What to bring:
In addition to your sloper, you will need to bring:

A commercial pattern that you want to adjust to fit you.
Dressmaking curve ruler
Smooth tracing wheel
Compass
Sharp #2 pencils, regular and colored

Applicable Sewing Level: Advanced Beginner

COST = $45 ($70 Non-members), Includes $20 Kit fee. Registration fee is NON- REFUNDABLE unless there is a waiting list. Lunch will be provided, bring something to snack on.
Registration begins on-line April 16, 2018 www.asgatlanta.org and ends on May 20, 2018. Registration is limited to 20 participants.
Questions? Contact Melanie Leigh at sewmanymemories1@gmail.com for more info.

You Bought An Embroidery Machine - Now What?
2018-05-19 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Katie Harper is Here for YOU!
Once you get your first embroidery machine, you make want to take off running, but get a firm grasp on how to make that project you are going to tackle look great. Don’t let yourself get frustrated with puckering, shredded thread and designs that don’t stitch well on the fabric you have chosen.
Katie will take you through the basics on different threads and why so many? What stabilizer do I use when and why! Different needles and the correct ones for your job. Hooping your fabric for best results. What to look for when buying designs online, how to unzip the file to use, organizing in your computer to find it and sending it to your machine. A complete list of what you need to bring will be sent upon registration.
Katie Harper started sewing at age 10, dressing her Barbie doll. That led to sewing for herself and college friends. During the 70’s she learned the Stretch and Sew method for working with knits. In the 90’s when home embroidery machines became available she got hooked on embroidery. Her training has included attending three Martha Pullen Schools in Huntsville, learning heirloom and embroidery techniques, and Jenny Beyer’s School of Quilting, as well as many classes at the local Sewing and Quilting Expos. All this while working full time in the Computer Software industry. She was very active in the ASG embroidery group Happy Hoopers. Katie worked for Discover Sewing inside the JoAnn’s in Alpharetta during the last year it was open.
Applicable Sewing Level: ALL
COST = $25 ($45 non-members), Registration fee is NON- REFUNDABLE unless there is a waiting list. Bring something to snack on.
Registration begins on-line April 1, 2018 www.asgatlanta.org and ends on May 12, 2018. Registration is limited to 25 participants.
Questions? Contact Melanie Leigh at sewmanymemories1@gmail.com for more info.

SPRING FLING, Featuring Guest Speaker MARY RAY
2018-04-21 09:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Featured Speaker: Mary Ray, award winning designer, instructor and Threads contributor! Mary is known for her creativity and quilted garments and will be showing us many of her special designs during her Trunk Show. www.maryraydesigns.com
We hope to make this year’s Fashion Show our best ever – sew start NOW thinking about what garments YOU will be sharing! Lunch with be provided.

Registration begins at 9:30am and the program begins promptly at 10:00am.
Tickets $20 ($30 Non-members). No refunds after April 10th
Registration begins on-line March 1, 2018 www.asgatlanta.org and ends on April 14, 2018. Questions? Contact Melanie Leigh at sewmanymemories1@gmail.com for more info.
Note: Mary Ray’ is teaching two classes Friday, April 20th preceding her Spring Fling appearance. Please check out these specific events on our website to sign up for this special opportunity: Well Crafted Edges – Plain and Fancy April 20th AM /Tucks, Pleats and Folds April 20th PM
Spring Fling Flyer: https://asgatlanta.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Spring-Fling-2018-2.pdf

Mary Ray Teaches Two Classes: Well Crafted Edges and Tucks, Pleats and Folds
2018-04-20 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Mary Ray is an award-winning designer, instructor, and Threads contributor! Mary is known for her creativity and quilted garments. In these two classes, she will teach you easy methods to enhance your skills.
Well Crafted Edges – Plain and Fancy 9 a.m. – Noon
Paying attention to the edges of a garment – whether along a placket, neckline, armhole, waist or hemline – is important both structurally and aesthetically. Learn techniques to achieve smooth, professionally sewn and stabilized facings, bindings, and hems on all types of garments in a variety of fabric. workshop. *kit provided

Tucks, Pleats and Folds 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Simple techniques often produce the most effective embellishment. In this class, you’ll explore numerous ways to create texture, emphasize style lines, add detail, or just jazz up a basic garment using easy-to-do tucks, pleats, and folds. You’ll learn the secrets of measuring, pressing, and stitching—and get lots of design ideas, too. *kit provided

Beginner sewing, participants need to bring their own sewing machine.
COST = $45 ($70 Non-members) per class. Registration fee is NON- REFUNDABLE unless there is a waiting list. Bring your own lunch if registering for both classes. Registration begins on-line March 1, 2018 www.asgatlanta.org and ends on April 18, 2018. Registration is limited to 20 per class. Questions? Contact Melanie Leigh at sewmanymemories1@gmail.com for more info.

March 2018 5th Saturday Sew - Garment Sew-In
2018-03-31 08:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
March 2018 5th Saturday Sew – Garment Sew-In

On Saturday, March 31st, we will hold a “Fifth Saturday” Sew-In. What’s a Sew-In? It’s a day to come together to focus on sewing. For this particular day we encourage garment sewing. The benefit of sew-ins and retreats is generous hands that will assist with pinning or fitting a garment,or help solve a pattern riddle. Although we’re focusing on garments you are welcome to work on any project. If you are attending the Peggy Sagers Pants Fitting class this will be a timely opportunity to finish up your pants!
Registration will be available on MyGrove and the Facebook Private Group beginning March 1.
A suggested donation of $5.00 for room fee is appreciated.
Please contact Janine Maffett if you wish to bring a non-member as a guest. Maximum attendance is 20.
We Provide:
* Tables
* Folding chairs (some people like to bring a cushion)
* Power
* Irons and ironing boards (bring a press cloth if you have delicate fabrics)
* Camaraderie and company!
You Bring:
* Machine(s), power cord, foot pedal
* Fabric, thread, etc.
* Pattern
* Notions
* Cutting implements (scissors, rotary cutter, mat). There is table space for cutting mats
* Surge protector or multi-outlet if needed (we have power but it may be convenient for you to have a multi-outlet cord)
* Your lunch, snacks, drinks. There is a small fridge.

Peggy Sagers - Year of the Fit Event
2018-03-24 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Year of the Fit Event
Saturday, March 24, 2018 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 pm.
Residence Inn – 1760 Pineland Rd., Duluth, GA 30096
Peggy Sagers, creator of Fit2Stitch and Silhouette Patterns will offer a special fitting class just for ASG Atlanta members. Non-members will not be permitted to register, and we will not advertise this outside of our private groups. This is a very special opportunity for our ASG Atlanta members to have access to one of the best in fitting.
In this class, attendees will come with a completed muslin of either Silhouette 3400 (3-piece yoga pant) or Silhouette 3200 (woven dress pant). Directions for making the muslin will be provided to registered attendees before the class. Peggy will drape each of the participants, so this is not a hands-on sewing workshop – it is a watch and learn while she drapes. Watching Peggy drape will reinforce the learning so you’ll be able to drape your own pants – and help your friends to get the best fit.
You will learn not only how to drape, but the concepts of Length, Depth and Circumference will be taught at they apply to pants. Also, how to use the French curve and they will understand grain line and additional styling details that can be applied to other pant patterns.
Participants will need to arrive with a completed muslin of one of the two selected patterns. This is not a sewing workshop, but you will go home with your muslin draped by Peggy, and pinned just for you.

Applicable Sewing Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate
COST = $99 Registration fee is NON- REFUNDABLE unless there is a waiting list. If you need a pattern, Peggy has made them available to us at the special price of $10 strictly for this class. Please choose the appropriate ticket for the pattern you would like to order (one per registration). After registration is confirmed, someone will contact you via email to confirm your mailing address and the pattern will be mailed to you. Please keep the timeline in mind so you will have adequate time to prepare for the class.
This class is for ASG MEMBERS ONLY.
Registration begins on-line January 1, 2018 www.asgatlanta.org and ends on March 05, 2018.
Registration is limited to 20 participants.
Change: This Saturday Class is the ONLY available class. No second overflow class will be offered.
Questions? Contact Melanie Leigh at 770-655-6271 or by e-mail at asg.education@asgatlanta.org

ASG Booth Volunteers Needed for The Original Sewing and Quilt Expo - March 7-10, 2018
2018-03-07 10:00 - 2018-03-10 18:00 (America/New_York)
ASG Atlanta will have a membership and display booth at The Original Sewing and Quilt Expo.
Volunteers are needed to man the booth. Each volunteer will receive a FREE pass valid the day that they volunteer to the EXPO. Shifts are 2 hours each starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 6:00 p.m. For each day eight volunteers are needed (2 per shift). Additionally, a couple of volunteers are needed to set up the booth on Wednesday, March 7th, and on Saturday, March 10th to break down the booth at 6:00 p.m.
To volunteer go to the ASG Sign-Up Genius page.
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b48a4aa28aaff2-asgatlanta
Please contact Eileen Davie, Membership Chair, for any questions about the Expo ASG Atlanta Booth: asg.membership@asgatlanta.org

Glenda Convertible Clutch
2018-02-24 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Presented by Patsy Spencer
Saturday, February 24, 2017, 10 AM—4 PM
Georgia Association of Water Professionals
1655 Enterprise Way
Marietta, GA 30067
Our own ASG Atlanta member Patsy Spencer will teach you to make the Glenda Convertible Clutch. Patsy has been sewing for over 50 years with a passion for garments, handbags, crafts, and home décor. And she’s not afraid to fire up the glue gun if there’s a wreath to be made.
In this class, you will learn to sew up the Glenda Convertible Clutch, a pattern from Swoon Patterns. You will learn to use focus fabric for impact, home Dec fabric for a sturdier bag, as well as your favorite cotton fabrics for a more casual look
Included in that fee will be hardware and all interfacing (pre-cut for you) used in this pattern. You must purchase the pattern from Swoon Patterns (see What to Bring). A steam press will be provided to fuse your interfacing quickly.
Applicable Sewing Level: Intermediate
COST = $35 ($45 non-members)
Registration fee is NON- REFUNDABLE unless there is a waiting list.
Bring your own lunch and something to snack on
Registration begins on-line January 1, 2018
www.asgatlanta.org and ends on February 14, 2018.

Registration is limited to 10 participants.
Questions? Contact Patsy Spencer 770-714-6032 or by e-mail at spencer1581@gmail.com
Suggested Fabrics:
Fabrics choices can be quilting cotton or lightweight upholstery/home decor. Choose a coordinating lining that will enhance your outside fabric choice – and make you HAPPY! You can also choose a fabric with a motif that you may want to fussy cut as a feature on the outside flap – or the inside as you open it
What to Bring:
Glenda Convertible Clutch pattern from www.swoonpatterns.com ($5.95) printed out & pattern pieces taped together. Be sure to print “actual size” & ensure the 2” square measures correctly.
1/2 yard exterior fabric
2/3 yard lining fabric
9” NYLON zipper (not metal)
Thread, scissors, sewing machine (don’t forget your cord and pedal), appropriate needles – as needed for heavier or lighter fabrics (maybe a couple of extra needles), Frixion pen (or comparable), pins/Clover Clips, and any notions you normally use in sewing.

Fall Retreat 2017
2017-11-10 - 2017-11-12

2017 Annual Meeting
2017-10-21 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Ways to use up your Sewing Stash
with Marsha McClintock

Do you wonder what to do with all the fabric, button, and trims in your stash?
Marsha will start by showing you ways to organize your stash so you can find things
when you need them. Then she will give you ideas for projects for the home, accessories
and gifts you can make in minutes. There will be ideas for items that use up the small
pieces left from other projects and lots more. You’ll be inspired to start using up all
the beautiful things you have collected.

There is no charge for this meeting but you must register for brunch headcount.
That’s right! BRUNCH! So be there by 10:00 for a delicious hot brunch.
Marsha will speak after brunch then we will have a short annual meeting and a fashion show.

Marsha McClintock Workshop
2017-10-20 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Come spend the day with Marsha McClintock, designer/owner of SAF-T-POCKETS.
Marsha has taught at ASG National Conferences, sewing shows across the US and at her annual SAF-T-POCKETS’ Sew Inns. Marsha organizes and guides groups of women on sewing adventures from New York to Hong Kong with her Sew Many Options Tours. She has written in Sew News and taught on Craftsy.
On Friday morning, October 20, 2017, Marsha will present a two hour lecture on new and innovative ways to close your garments, Creative Closures, including cords, loops, cut on flaps and interesting replacements for buttons. She will demonstrate making inseam buttonholes and ideas for using hook & eye or snap tapes seen in ready to wear.

Friday afternoon will be a hands on class to make a reversible tank top. The class will be based on the SAF-T-POCKETS #2004 Twice as Nice pattern.

The patterns will be mailed to students a few weeks before class so sign up early!

Students will be able to try on tanks in various sizes in class or you can pre-fit the pattern before class. The class will teach you about compatible fabrics, seam finishes, a great way to finish neck and armholes with no handwork, the best ways to hem the garments and optional ways to finish the neck and armholes with binding or fold over elastic.
A kit fee is part of the total price for the day and includes the pattern and a CD for additional sleeve to fit the tank top.
Supply List: Sewing machine, preshrunk, light-weight fabrics for Side 1 and Side 2 that are compatible for washing or dry cleaning. You will need matching thread, ¼ yard of 1/2 inch ribbon in matching or complimentary color, plus basic sewing supplies.
The morning session is from 10:00 am to Noon with lunch provided. The afternoon session will be from 1:00-5:00 pm.

Sewing Room Tour
2017-10-07 08:45 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Five of our members have agreed to let us see where they create, and the sewing rooms we see will be from some of the most creative people we know. Featured will be:
Shirley Dozier — who has a Drapery business the “The Rockin’ Bobbin” and has a very organized sewing room,
Diana Quinn — who has a Longarm quilting machine that she is delighted to show us that space
Deanne Smith — who has taught many of us the finer tricks of fitting and sewing
Marie Yolande — couture sewer who trained in France with the Masters
+plus one, or maybe two other surprise sewing rooms that you will want to see for yourself.
We will gather no later than 8:45 a.m. to board a van for the tour. We will stop to eat at a wonderful little restaurant around noon (lunch not included in price). All that go on this tour MUST travel on the van as several of the neighborhoods we visit do not have extra visitor parking. $20.00 per participant will cover the van, insurance, & gas.
Registration is limited to 10 (the capacity of the van).
The meeting place to board the bus will be given to you after you register.

Any Questions, call Susan Vinson 470-344-3970 or e-mail her at asg.secretary@asgatlanta.org

Common Threads
2017-08-19 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Fabric & Sewing Notions “Garage Sale”
Presented by ASG Atlanta
Saturday, August 19, 2017
9 am to 2 pm
Free Admission

Location:
Freeman Poole Senior Center
4025 South Hurt Road, Smyrna, GA 30082
Russell Elementary School is closest point of reference

Thousands of yards of fabric at $2 per yard!
Fabric for Apparel, Quilting, Cosplay, Home Dec, and Crafts.
Multi-yard uncut pieces. Smaller pieces. Fine fabrics, knits, cottons, calicos, home dec.
Sewing notions, patterns and books at garage sale prices.
Come by and learn about the Atlanta Chapter of the American Sewing Guild.
Bring your friends and fill up your stash!
