How long have you been a member? Since 2012

What do you like to sew? I love sewing garments, especially when I can add a creative element to them. I also like making my own purses, but more as a need than a creative outlet.… Read the rest
How long have you been a member? Since 2012

What do you like to sew? I love sewing garments, especially when I can add a creative element to them. I also like making my own purses, but more as a need than a creative outlet.… Read the rest
We’ve heard the old saying cleanliness is next to godliness. Whether you think that saying holds any truth, it definitely could be rewritten in our community as:
Maybe I exaggerate. But it certainly is an endless task! On a regular basis, we need to take a minute to clear out the lint in our sewing machines if we want them to function well. … Read the rest
Do you understand fabric grain, why it is important and how to work with it? This video will tell you everything you need to know to begin building your understanding.
Kelli Robertson is a multi-talented member using her skills for good in the community. We are glad she took some time to share what she’s been up to with us.

I’ve been a member since 2014.
I really like to sew a little of everything.… Read the rest

One of the best parts of being a Member of the Plano Chapter of ASG is learning from other members. I made a personal goal to learn to sew my own clothes. I quickly ran into fitting issues and learned that I needed help. I brought a blouse that I was working on to the Designing Divas neighborhood group, and two wonderful ASG members offered to help me with fitting.… Read the rest
Since Monica joined Plano ASG in 2014, she has been busy spreading her enthusiasm for sewing to DFW and beyond!
She does so many things and you can find everything she does on her sewing and DIY website called That’s Sew Monica.… Read the rest
By Sheryl Belson

Social media… to some it is a dirty word; to some it is their source of connection; and to some it is a word you don’t quite understand yet. We get that! And since a lot of chapter news published this year has been on social media, we wanted to provide a little bit of information to help you find it. … Read the rest
Author: Sheryl Belson
Have you toyed with the idea of making your own swimsuit but just felt like it was too different or complicated from all your other sewing adventures to attempt it? This is your chance to spend a day giving it a try! It really isn’t as hard as you might think!… Read the rest

Let’s Celebrate the Kentucky Derby and Spring Plano ASG Style. It’s the Social Event of the Season!
Bring out your fancy hats, breathtaking fascinators and horse track attire to celebrate Derby Day! While everyone in Kentucky is at the track, we’ll be celebrating High Tea at Lavendou Bistro Provincial on Saturday May 4, 2019.… Read the rest
Have you ever wanted to add a special couture touch to your sewing projects? Well this workshop is for you!

Jami Roux will be teaching this workshop about fabric Origami (also known as Shark’s Teeth). Participants who complete the class will learn how to create a fabric band embellished with folded and clipped tucks forming a variety of patterns.… Read the rest

My name is Margaret Tinnin, but I prefer to go by Maggie. I joined ASG in 2002 or 2003 (I think) and have been a member ever since. In 2004 when the Plano Neighborhood Group broke off from the Dallas Chapter and formed the Plano Chapter, I was one of the charter members.… Read the rest

Are you a sewist frustrated with finishing your garment projects? Or are you looking to learn how to have a high end professional finish on your garments. There is no one better to help you with the details than Kenneth King!
The Plano Special Events Committee invites you to attend the Cool Tricks Takes Manhattan Workshop. The… Read the rest