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.
Author: Nienke
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!
Felt Ogee and Snowflake Ornament
This felt ogee ornament is created from a square and a few straight cuts. Betz White shows in her tutorial exactly how it’s done.
The classic 3D paper snowflake is made up of 6 of these shapes, each becoming one ‘arm’ of the snowflake. The snowflake can therefore be easily made out of felt as well!… Read the rest
Tiny tree decorations
These little mini Christmas trees can be used for your home and Christmas gift decorating.
What you need to make them:
- 1 sheet 12×18 wool felt, you could use acrylic too, but wool holds up much better
- handful of fiberfill stuffing
- mini charm pack or fabric scraps
- small scrap of fabric for tree trunk
- thread
- tree template
- fabric glue stick
- embroidery floss (for garland)
- leather string (for ornament)
Check out the rest of the tutorial at Noodle-head.com… Read the rest
Winter Caroler Tutorial
Looking for a quick last minute Christmas project? Take out your wool scraps and make a group of these cute winter carolers. An easy and fast project, perfect for on any mantel!
Gingercake has a free tutorial, download the pattern here.
Make sure to also check the cute carolers made by others:
Holiday Party pictures
Once again, Marty Anderson shared her beautiful home with us for the 2012 Christmas Party.
Her home is filled with Christmas treasures and decorated to the hilt. Be sure to see the pictures of the lovely table settings she set for us. And we can’t forget the wonderful pulled pork that her husband prepares for us each year.… Read the rest