American Sewing Guild - Atlanta Chapter

Make & Take - March, April, May
2024-03-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Toco Hills Public Library, 1282 McConnell Drive, Decatur, 30033, United States
“Make and Take” program at Toco Hills – students will be creating a quilt block. This is an ongoing monthly program – the third Thursday of every month from 10 – 12.
We will be doing this in a 3 month program format: 2 months for a quilt block and the 3rd month to make those quilt blocks into something (a tote bag, table runner, wall hanging, etc.). Then we will begin another 3-month session. Adele Swanson is the contact for this program.

Spring Fling - A Jazzy Affair
2024-04-20 10:30 - 14:00 | Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, 30328, United States
Registration Closed
Join us for a lovely event with food, door prizes and fabric sale.
Show your creativity! Make and wear garments or accessories from the Jazz Age. Flapper outfit qualifies for an extra door prize ticket.
Cost: ASG Member – $5.00; Non-member – $10.00
Location: Atlanta REALTORS* Center 5784 Lake Forrest Drive Atlanta, GA 30328

Button Sewing Booth at Georgia Tech
2024-05-07 08:00 - 11:30 | The Kendeda Building at GA Tech, 422 Ferst Dr NW, Atlanta, GA, 30313, United States
This event is being held during an open house for The Kendeda Building at Georgia Tech.
They expect approximately 400 people to come through the building. They will be hosting sessions, panel discussions, and experiential booths.
Our ASG booth will provide a make and take opportunity to sew on a button. People will walk up to the booth, get a swatch of fabric and button, and learn how to sew it on.
What a great way to pass on the “art and life skill” of sewing! Please consider volunteering alongside Deanna Smith (event coordinator) to help us show what ASG has to offer!
Maximum Number: 3
Registration Link

Virtual Sit and Sew - Meals on Wheels Placemats
2024-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual
Join fellow ASG members for a Virtual Sit n Sew on Zoom as we sew placemats for Meals on Wheels!
From the comfort of your sewing space, stitch up and show off some of your favorite placemat creations.
We will share techniques and favorite ways to make placemats. It’s always fun to spend time with ASG members!!
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Sewing with Leather Class
2024-05-18 10:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
Sewing with Leather Class
Join Eileen Davie, a local ASG member, to learn about sewing with leather on your home sewing machine by constructing a large leather wristlet bag with her assistance.
A kit is included with the class fee. The kit has all the leather and HARDWARE needed to construct the bag – students will only need to provide lining fabric, interfacing and thread.
Instructor will contact students prior to the class to provide additional needed information, address required pre-class preparation and answer any questions they might have.
Refunds available until May 4, 2024. After May 4 , no refund unless a replacement student is found.
Member Fee: $100 – includes kit $35 value
Non-Member Fee: $125 – includes kit $35 value
Registration Link

Make & Take Summer Series - Japanese Knot Tote Bag
2024-06-05 14:00 - 16:30 | North Cobb Regional Library, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144, United States
ASG members will be teaching sewing classes at North Cobb Regional Library in Kennesaw. Members will work with new / beginner sewers and help them finish a simple project during the class.
If you are available to help teach this class email: asg.communityservice@asgatlanta.org
Project for June 5: Japanese Knot Tote Bag
This is a 5 part series beginning on June 5. See future events on: June 12, 26 and July 17 & 24

Make & Take Summer Series - Zippered pouch
2024-06-12 14:00 - 2024-06-19 16:30 | North Cobb Regional Library, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144, United States
ASG members will be teaching sewing classes at North Cobb Regional Library in Kennesaw. Members will work with new / beginner sewers and help them finish a simple project during the class.
If you are available to help teach this class email: asg.communityservice@asgatlanta.org
Project for June 12: Zippered Pouch
See future events on: June 26 and July 17 & 24

Virtual Sip, Sit & Sew
2024-06-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Join your ASG friends for another virtual event where we will be talking about/sewing pencil pouches for students at the International School in Decatur. Share your favorite pattern to create pouch bags or just come along to learn how to sew a pencil pouch. It is going to be a GREAT time!
Last month, we held a Virtual Sip Sit & Sew where we talked about placemats – we all learned new techniques and just had a wonderful time talking about sewing & life in general. Hope you are able to join!
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Make & Take Summer Series - Fabric Headbands
2024-06-26 14:00 - 16:30 | North Cobb Regional Library, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144, United States
ASG members will be teaching sewing classes at North Cobb Regional Library in Kennesaw. Members will work with new / beginner sewers and help them finish a simple project during the class.
If you are available to help teach this class email: asg.communityservice@asgatlanta.org
Project for June 26: Fabric Headbands
See future events on: July 17 & 24

Triple Zip-Crossbody Bag Class with Patsy Spencer
2024-06-29 09:00 - 16:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
Join ASG Atlanta member Patsy Spencer to make a Triple Zipper Crossbody bag at SEFAA.
The PDF pattern from Sew Da Kine is included in the cost of the class. Basic hardware (slide, d rings) is also included. Patsy will have Zipper tape and webbing (for strap) available for sale at the class.
Patsy Spencer started out sewing clothes and dabbled in home dec, but her sewing passion is purses and bags.
Check out her makes on www.deercreekstudios.net
Cost: $90 members, $105 non-members
Class fee: includes PDF pattern The Triple Zip – Crossbody PDF Pattern – Sew Da Kine and basic hardware (not zippers or webbing)
Refund policy: Full refund if you cancel by June 15, after June 15 no refund unless a replacement student is found.
Class size is limited to 15 people.
Registration Link

Make & Take Summer Series - Reusable Snack Pouches
2024-07-17 14:00 - 16:30 | North Cobb Regional Library, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144, United States
ASG members will be teaching sewing classes at North Cobb Regional Library in Kennesaw. Members will work with new / beginner sewers and help them finish a simple project during the class.
If you are available to help teach this class email: asg.communityservice@asgatlanta.org
Project for July 17: Reusable Snack Pouches
See future events on: July 24

Make & Take Summer Series - Pillowcase
2024-07-24 14:00 - 16:30 | North Cobb Regional Library, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144, United States
ASG members will be teaching sewing classes at North Cobb Regional Library in Kennesaw. Members will work with new / beginner sewers and help them finish a simple project during the class.
If you are available to help teach this class email: asg.communityservice@asgatlanta.org
Project for July 24: Pillowcase
This is the final event of a 5 part series.

Perky Pockets A Plenty Class
2024-07-28 14:00 - 16:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
So many patterns come without pockets or just your everyday run-of-the-mill plain pockets. As creators, we want to make our projects unique down to the smallest detail. Pockets are a great place to accomplish this detail. In this hands-on course, you will learn easy techniques for sewing and placing different types of pockets where YOU want them. In addition, we will explore and experiment with multiple ways to perk up your pockets that will make your creations pop.
Joi Bostic has been a member of ASG for over 10 years. During that time she has served as a Neighborhood Group Leader, Chapter President and National Board member. With sewing for over 40 years, Joi has continued to challenge herself to learn more and improve her skills. In 2023, she set as a goal to learn new things about pockets. And now she wants to share the incredible knowledge she has acquired.
Member Fee: $15
Non-Member Fee: $20
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Refund Policy: Refund available if canceled by July 21, 2024
Refund Cut-off Date: July 21, 2024

Common Threads Fabric Resale
2024-08-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Georgia Association of Water Professionals 1655 Enterprise Way, Marietta, GA 30067, 1655 Enterprise Way, Marietta, 30067, United States
Common Threads Fabric Resale is our annual fundraising event presenting fabric and other sewing related items for sale to ASG member and the public.
The proceeds are used for community sewing events, including free sewing lessons to the public at select libraries, as well as partially subsidizing class fees for education programs and our biannual events.
Donations are accepted throughout the year from ASG members and the public, offering sewing related items at very reasonable prices. It’s a treasure hunt!
Date: August 17, 2024
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: 1655 Enterprise Way SE Marietta, GA 30067

2024 Summer Sewing Weekday Retreat
2024-08-28 12:00 - 2024-08-30 14:00 | Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, 543 Elliott Trail, Mansfield, 30055, United States
Registration is CLOSED for the ASG 2024 Summer Sewing Weekday Retreat.
Dates: August 28 @ 12:00 pm – August 30 @ 2:00 pm
This year we are heading south to the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center in Mansfield, GA to enjoy some weekday sewing.
Prices:• $185 each for a shared room (includes 3 lunches, 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts)• $240 each for a single room (includes 3 lunches, 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts)
There will be a $50 non-refundable deposit for a shared room, or a $100 non-refundable deposit for a single room that is due as soon as possible. Optionally, full payment can be made at this time.
*Early* registration exclusively for Atlanta Chapter ASG members is open through May 15. Limited availability, so save your space now!
All registrations and final payments are due no later than Thursday, June 20th.
Registration Link

Meet the Designer, Creator and American Sewing Guild, Atlanta Chapter
2024-09-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Sewing Machines.com, 955 North Point Drive, Alpharetta, 30022, United States
Come join us for an exciting event where you can meet Patsy Spencer and Jeanette Cogdell, talented Designer, Costumer and ASG Atlanta members.
ASG Atlanta members will be on hand to discuss the benefits of ASG membership and the Atlanta Chapter.
Bring a friend and register for prizes from ASG Atlanta and SewingMachine.com, our host for this event.
Date: Sept 7, 2024
Time: 9am – 12 pm
Location: Sewing Machines.com 955 North Point Drive, Alpharetta, GA

Virtual Sit-n-Sew for Christmas Stockings
2024-09-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
This is a Zoom Call to go over the instructions for sewing a Christmas Stocking for the Ronald McDonald House.
For Zoom call information Contact: asg.communityservice@asgatlanta.org

NEW Junior Beginner Sewing Neighborhood Group
2024-10-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Atlanta Sewing Center, 50 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy, #4005, Marietta, 30066, United States
This is a new Neighborhood Group which will focus on topics for young people (ages 9 and up) beginning their sewing journey.
The group will meet the 1st Wednesday of every month from 2 – 4 pm beginning October 2.
For more information and the calendar visit: Neighborhood Group – Junior Beginner Sewing

Make and Take - Octagonal Coasters (Adults)
2024-10-17 10:30 - 12:30 | Toco Hills Public Library, 1282 McConnell Drive, Decatur, 30033, United States
Date: October 17, 2024
Time: 10:30pm – 12:30pm
Location: Toco Hill Libary – 1282 McConnell Dr, Decatur, GA 30033
We will be making octagonal coasters for adults.

2024 ASG Atlanta Annual Meeting - JAZZ IT UP!
2024-10-19 10:30 - 13:30 | Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, 30328, United States
The Annual Meeting is the time to announce the results of the election for 2025 CAB members, hear officer and committee reports, and other business and announcements. This year, the Annual Meeting will entail a few other exciting activities. We will have a presentation on the theme, “Jazz It Up,” from Nick Coman of Dragonfly Creative Art. In addition, we will have the President’s Challenge Fashion Show and the usual Fashion Show. We will also elect a winning Neighborhood Group for the table decorations around the theme in a sustainable way. And on top of all that we will enjoy fellowship over a meal.
A little about Nick Coman:
Nick has been a passionate lifelong sewer and that passion has carried him into a career as a Surface Designer and Professional Pattern Maker. With his degree in Fashion Design from FIDM in Los Angeles California, he served as the in-house costume designer for a number of Hollywood area event companies. Nick is the co-author of “Fabric Color Magic,” a surface design books and has been published in Sew News, Threads Magazine and Machine Quilting Unlimited. One of his gowns appeared in a special article in Brides Magazine.
Nick keeps a busy schedule traveling to shows, teaching pattern making, fitting, and surface design. Most recently, he founded Dragonfly Creative, a teaching studio for fiber artists in South West Colorado with an online shop featuring a selection of art to wear patterns.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Member cost: $6.00 (for the meal)
Non-Member fee: $20.00 (includes meal)
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Communication of cancellation must be submitted through the registration platform by midnight of October 16, 2024.

Nick Coman Surface Jazz Workshop
2024-10-19 15:00 - 18:00 | Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, 30328, United States
Learn creative ways to embellish without a sewing machine. This class will include Cyanotype printing for use as an embellishment, painting/rubbing on fabric for embellishment, edge beading, free form hand stitching.
Taught by Nick Coman, who will be speaking at the Annual Meeting earlier on Saturday Oct. 19th.
About Nick Coman
Home Page – Dragonfly Creative
Nick has been a lifelong sewer, that passion for sewing has carried him into a career as a Surface Designer and Professional Pattern Maker.
Nick has a degree in Fashion Design from FIDM in Los Angeles California and has been the in-house costume designer for a number of Hollywood area event companies. He also keeps a busy schedule traveling to shows, teaching pattern making, fitting, and surface design.
Nick has been published in Sew News, Threads Magazine, Machine Quilting Unlimited, and one of his gowns appeared in a special article in Brides Magazine. Nick is also the co-author of a surface design book.
Nick has an online shop featuring a selection of art to wear patterns under the Dragonfly Creative name.
His most recent undertaking is as the owner of Dragonfly Creative, a teaching studio for fiber artists, in the beautiful town of Ridgway, located in the stunning rocky mountains of South West Colorado.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Member cost: $50 (Kit included)
Non-Member fee: $65 (Kit included)
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Communication of cancellation must be submitted through the registration platform by midnight of October 16th, 2024.

Nick Coman Machine Jazz Workshop
2024-10-20 12:00 - 18:00 | Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, 30328, United States
Learn creative embellishment techniques using your sewing machine. This class will be using a sewing machine to create visual interest beyond the normal silhouette. Free form piecing including y-seams, pintucks and gathers for visual texture in darts, yokes and hems, fun with water soluble stabilizer, and impossibly skinny bias tubes, and what to do with them. Funky facings and closures will finish it out.
Bring your sewing machine and sewing supplies.
A light late lunch will be provided.
Date: Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024Time: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Member cost: $65 (Kit included)Non-Member fee: $85.00 (Kit included)
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Communication of cancellation must be submitted through the registration platform by midnight of October 16th, 2024.

Sit-n-Sew - Christmas stockings and Fleece Scarves
2024-10-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Toco Hills Public Library, 1282 McConnell Drive, Decatur, 30033, United States
We will be holding a Sit-n-Sew on 10/29 from 10 am – 2 pm to finish up any Christmas stockings and to work on fleece scarves for a homeless shelter. Bring your sewing machine with notions and lunch. Be prepared to have a great time sewing with ASG friends!
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Table Runner For All Seasons
2024-11-09 13:00 - 17:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
This self-edged table runner can be used by itself or with seasonal inserts to add color and pizzazz to your dining decor. When finished the runner makes a self-mitering outside border that frames the inner decorative lining. With the addition of interchangeable/reversible seasonal inserts, you have endless options that will complement your dining décor year-round.
In class we will construct the table runner which is approximately 14” x 38”. We will also discuss various ways to construct the seasonal inserts (e.g., single fabric, patchwork, embellishments, reversible, etc.). If time allows, we may be able to start construction of the inserts. In addition, we will review how to calculate fabric amounts for various styles of inserts and varying sizes of table runners should you wish to make a larger or smaller runner or even placemats.
Teacher: Julie Barlow, longtime ASG member
Cost: $15 ASG Members $20 non-members
Maximum 15 students
Full refund available if canceled by October 27, 2024. If cancellation after Oct 27, 2024 refund may be granted if replacement student found.
Registration Link

Make and Take - Christmas Stockings (Adults)
2024-11-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Toco Hills Public Library, 1282 McConnell Drive, Decatur, 30033, United States
Date: November 21, 2024
Time: 10:30pm – 12:30pm
We will be making Christmas Stockings for Adults.

Textile Tasting Festival
2024-12-01 13:00 - 17:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
Unleash your creativity at SEFAA’s Textile Tasting Festival! Join us at the SEFAA Center on December 1st, from 1 to 5 pm, and sample a variety of fiber arts, including crochet, sewing, embroidery, felting, and more—all in one place. This event is free, so bring your friends and family for a feast of textile techniques, proudly presented by SEFAA and our member organizations.
Throughout the afternoon, you’ll have the chance to “taste” textile techniques shared by the Atlanta Knitting Guild, Atlanta Sewing Guild, Chattahoochee Handweavers Guild, East Cobb Quilters’ Guild, GA Sheep and Wool Growers Association, Peachtree Hand Spinners Guild, and SEFAA. The Square Knot Crafts and the SEFAA Shop will also be open if you need supplies for your new (or existing) tastes!
Don’t miss this unique and inspiring event—a perfect way to satisfy your textile cravings!
The SEFAA Center is located at: 3420 W. Hospital Ave, Chamblee, GA 30341
Visit our website: https://fiberartsalliance.org
Connect. Create. Learn.
#SEFAA #SEFiberArts #SoutheastFiberArtsAlliance #FiberArts #SEFAATextileTasting

2025 Sewing In the Pines Winter Sewing Retreat
2025-01-16 14:00 - 2025-01-19 14:00 | Calvin Center, 13550 Woolsey Rd., Hampton, GA, 30228, United States
Escape the ordinary and embrace creativity. Join us for a sewing retreat in the Georgia pines, where you’ll stitch, laugh, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. It’s the perfect blend of relaxation and inspiration.
Dates: January 16 @ 2:00 pm – January 19 @ 2:00 pm
Prices:
• Shared Room: $280 each (includes 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners)
• Single Room: $405 each (includes 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners)
To register there there will be a non-refundable deposit that is due as soon as possible:
• Shared room – $50 deposit
• Single room – $100 deposit
Final payments for full balance due: Dec 13, 2024
Refund cut-off date: Dec 13, 2024
Registration Link

Neighborhood Group Leaders Luncheon - (for Leaders Only)
2025-02-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy – Perimeter Mall, Level 2, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody, United States
So come join us for lunch, compliments of the chapter, as a way to say thank you for all you have done to support and lead your group already and all you will doing in the coming year.
Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy – Perimeter Mall, Level 2, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody
Date: February 1, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 3:00
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Last day to register: January 24, 2025
