A wedding outfit of shimmering ikat silk from Uzbekistan and an ornate Indian sari glittering with gold embroidery and crystals will be among the items on display in The Joy Losee Collection: Art and Dress Along the Silk Road, an exhibition of traditional cultural garments from the Texas Fashion Collection at the University of North Texas.… Read the rest
Embellished Needle Felting Stiletto
Hi Needle Nuts!
Monday, January 21st, we will be making an Embellished Needle Felting Stiletto that you can use as an
aid in needle felting and machine sewing. This tool will help keep your fingers away from sharp needles.
You will need to bring your scissors and E6000 if you have it in your stash, otherwise we will share mine.… Read the rest
Thursday Night Artistic Encounters
Join us for C3 Artistic Encounters in the Center for Creative Connections to experience art in new ways! C3 Artistic Encounters happen on selected Thursday nights from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Center for Creative Connections Art Studio or Tech Lab (unless otherwise noted).
C3 Artistic Encounters are free with general admission but registration is required.… Read the rest
National ASG Upcoming Webinars
Here is the list of webinars for the first quarter, offered by the National ASG:
January
10 – ASG Online!: Polar Fleece. We know polar fleece is a great fabric. Do you know what it is made from? Please join us for our first ASG Online of the New Year and learn about some techniques and projects for fleece fabric.… Read the rest
New Quiltin’ B’s photos
There are new photos in the gallery!
The Quiltin’ B’s made a simple Sampler Quilt as their first project.
Check them out below or in the gallery.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to all of our members! It is hard to believe another year has flown by.
In 2012 our Plano Chapter was named the ASG growth chapter of the year for the second year running, I believe it is due to so many neighborhood groups that meet monthly which gives members a great opportunity to meet each other.… Read the rest
Kirsten Kimono Tee and Fleece Socks
What’s better than starting the New Year with a new sewing project? Well, maybe finishing a few UFO’s (UnFinished Objects), but you can always leave that for later ;).
Maria Denmark has 2 free patterns on her blog:
– Super Socks:
Perfect for this cold weather! Please note that this download is only free till January 1st.… Read the rest
Free book download
The book Pants: How to do your own measuring, pattern drafting, fabric selection, cutting, and sewing for a perfect fit by Anna Romaniuk and Ellen Knight (1974) is available as free download through the Perfect Nose blog. If you’re interested you can find it here.
The book (pdf format) is 58 pages and sections included are: The pattern draft; Layout and cutting procedures; Sewing techniques; and Pant fabrics.… Read the rest
Advanced Style documentary
Ari Seth Cohen from the blog Advanced Style roams the streets of New York looking for the most stylish and creative older folks.
This is the long trailer for the Advanced Style documentary, that will come out in 2013.
“Let these ladies and gents teach you a thing or two about living life to the fullest.… Read the rest
9th Annual ASG Winter Retreat
Get away from distractions and sew to your hearts content with fellow ASG members. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere at the Lodge with a roaring fireplace and great lake view while working on your favourite project. It’s the perfect time to indulge your passion and regenerate your spirit!
The 9th Annual ASG Winter Retreat is taking place January 17th-20th!… Read the rest
Happy Trees mini quilt
Hop over to Jaceycraft’s blog for a cute Happy Trees Mini Quilt Tutorial!
You’ll need the following materials:
- fabric scraps, cut into triangle shapes
- Fusible interfacing (for example Pellon SF 101)
- Batting (approx. FQ size)
- Fat quarter of background fabric
- fat quarter of backing fabric
- 1/4″ yard of binding fabric
- small scraps for tree trunks
- Basting spray or safety pins
Tiny gingerbread house
These 3D cookies from the blog NotMartha are great for everyone who’s not only goood with fabric, but also creative in the kitchen.
Check out NotMartha’s PDF pattern of gingerbread house pieces and instructions to make your own!
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