by Markita Hall-Gumble
I spent almost 4 weeks in Bali. I had so many textile experiences while there, including 3 different batik classes. First, what is batik? In a simple answer, batik is a form of printing on fabric using wax as a resist. Batik has a rich history and it’s origins are over 2000 years old.
By Davie Marie Hurlbert
For their first year as a neighborhood group, Upping Your Game (UYG) has been exploring embellishing our garments to take us out of our super causal staying at home routine.
A few of our members have shared their expertise and challenged us to consider how to transform a plain garment to one with some interesting embellishment.… Read the rest
We’ve gone from 3 contestants winning 3 ribbons last year to 13 contestants winning 19 ribbons this year!
Marcia Moore
C114. Collage
Honorable Mention
Jami Roux
D112. Cloth Dolls
1st Place
Joanne Jensen
I172. Adult Apparel
Honorable Mention
Virginia Stein
I179. Computerized Embroidery
Honorable Mention
Judy Nordseth
I183. In the Hoop Embroidery
1st Place
Virginia Stein
I183.
I am excited to report that several ASG members entered contests! Take a look at some of the entries below.
It is possible that entries could end up in different departments and categories. If you are not sure of the right category for your item(s) you can ask the people taking the entries at Fair Park and at that point the category can be changed.… Read the rest
Entries are due this weekend, August 4-6, Friday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You have three choices:
by Nancy Moser
Can a lowly housemaid realize
her own American dream?
Born into a life of hard work, English housemaid Annie Wood arrives in New York City in 1911 with her wealthy mistress. Wide-eyed with the possibilities America has to offer, Annie wonders if there’s more for her than a life of service.… Read the rest
Once a month we’d like to introduce you to a member who creates more than the usual garments or quilts. And to start off our series, we’d like you to meet Sandra Fry. She’s been a member of the Plano Chapter since 2015 . She moved her membership from the Houston Chapter after moving to Rowlett.… Read the rest
The Great State Fair of Texas will be here before you know it! It is time to sign up for the creative arts contests. The deadline to register online is July 24 and here’s how to do it.
Get started by clicking on the link below.
Register for Creative Arts Competitions
Stephanie Kendron
I love to chat with creatives in the sewing industry getting all of the latest trends, tips, and information for you! I love telling stories about sewing, fabric, quilting, business, and marketing.
Jacqui Blakemore
Tips, tricks and expert interviews to share everything you need to know to have fun making your own fabulous clothes.
We have been blessed with some fantastic donations of fabric and are now ready to participate again at the Farmers Market at Willow Bend.
The Shops at Willow Bend Farmers/Artisan Market
Saturday, April 15, 9:00 to 2:00
We are pulling out the storage!
We have some silks, high quality cottons and rayons, velvets, linens and loads of fabric with unknown fibers.
by Margaret Montgomery
My journey – overcoming the fear of cutting into handwoven fabric and how the techniques used have evolved.
Weaving is great fun and it is so rewarding to sew using something I have woven. Concerns: Will the woven fabric fall apart when I cut into it? Should the fabric be stabilized?… Read the rest
Plano ASG’s spring gathering, “All Things Beautiful,” was a wonderful chance to see everybody from all the neighborhood groups and see the amazing things they are doing!
The Challenge Big Reveal
At the October Annual meeting, bags of fabric were available for those who wanted to participate in the Spring Challenge.… Read the rest
