Every fabric has its day…or use. At our recent farmers Market fabric sales I watched as our shoppers looked through our selection, delighting when they found a treasure. One roll of fabric was always set to the side, its pattern was not obvious and the colors had no charm. Toward the end of the sale I opened the roll and discovered four yards of cornstalk camouflage fabric. … Read the rest
Sheryl’s Creative Journey into the land of Koos
In 2017 I decided to set a goal of growing my creative skills. These do not come naturally to me. I am a process/rows-and-columns kind of thinker by nature. As I set out to look for way to achieve that goal, I decided to sign up for Marla Kazell’s Koos coat workshop. … Read the rest
Mary Ray at Plano chapter of American Sewing Guild
The Plano chapter of the American Sewing Guild hosted Mary Ray (http://www.maryraydesigns.com) on September 29th and 30th, 2017. Mary Ray is a contributing editor at Threads Magazine (http://www.threadsmagazine.com/). She is currently teaching Apparel Construction and Flat Pattern Design part-time at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina.… Read the rest
Website accolades
Thanks to all who contributed to this award. Especially Nienke W. for the initial creation.
This message came with the award:
Greetings Sheryl & Markita: It was no surprise to me that the Plano Chapter was selected for this year’s Website of the Year Award by the ASG Board of Directors – the Plano Chapter has been outstanding in every category since it began. … Read the rest
Keep up with fiber related happenings around North Texas
There are so many events related to sewing, crafts, and all things fiber. How to keep up? We post happenings in 2 places. First there is the monthly calendar of Plano American Sewing Guild neighborhood group meetings. These are also listed on our calendar (on the right sidebar) and on meetup.com. … Read the rest
Fashion exhibits now in Dallas
Two beautiful, interesting and inspiring exhibits to view in Dallas.
The exhibition “Reimagining the Kimono,” presented by the Texas Fashion Collection of the University of North Texas is at North Park between Neimans Marcus and Dillards. It runs now through June 27th. It features not only traditional Japanese kimonos like the uchikake see in the photo (a formal outer kimono by an unknown designer), but also imagined garments by designers Oscar de la Renta, Halston, Issey Miyake, Balenciaga, Hanea Mori, and Karl Lagerfeld.… Read the rest
Who is going to be traveling this summer?
Me ! Yes, I love my life of world wide travel. I also love the community of PatternReview.com. I volunteered to be a first time Pattern Review contest manager. And the contest is “Travel Wardrobe”.
For those of you not familiar with this site, it functions on a Freemium structure. … Read the rest
Dates for 2018 Retreat announced !
Mark your calendars February 1st – 4th 2018 Plano ASG Sewing Retreat!
Pack your bags & ride out to Sunset, Texas with us for 4 days/ 3 nights and enjoy prepared meals, lots of uninterrupted sewing time while having fun and learning with people that share your passion. For information on the facility check out their website www.sunsetretreat.com
… Read the rest Spring Stash Sale time !!!
This is just a small, small sample of the goodies we will have for sale on our next date of May 27th from 9:00 AM – 2 PM (weather permitting) at Four Season Market 677 W Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX 75080 close to University of Texas Dallas. This is the first time in this location and we welcome your feedback.… Read the rest
Fabric knowledge : Twills
What I learned today – contributed by Sheryl Belson
There are many things I love about being a part of the American Sewing Guild. I was reminded of one of them just today. In the Sewing With a Plan meeting we focused on incorporating more denim into our wardrobe. When it was my turn to show my project idea I told the group that I was having a horrible time trying to get the fabric on grain. … Read the rest
Plano ASG Derby High Tea
Let’s Celebrate the Kent
ucky Derby Plano ASG Style. It’s the Social Event of the Season! May 6th 2:00 – 4:30 PM
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’s. … Read the rest
Saturday Techniques New Format
Techniques on Saturday will be trying a new format for the next few months. Instead of a program on a specific technique, we will offer sewing mentor advise on YOUR project. What project are you working on, or wanting to start ? Members will pick a pattern and fabric of their choice to bring to the meeting.… Read the rest