We had a wonderful time at the Annual Luncheon on Saturday. Shirley Cunningham gave a great presentation on how to use the elements of art in our sewing. Elements like canvas, lines, curves and angles, proportion, balance and color.
She showed us some of the amazing garments she has made in recent years.… Read the rest
The Arts gallery at Collin College’s Spring Creek Campus (SCC) is scheduled to present the “Adinkra: Transforming Tradition” exhibition.
The exhibition will feature textiles created primarily by Gabriel Kwaku Boakye, a member of the internationally acclaimed family of adinkra printers in Ntonso, Ghana, West Africa. Ntonso is one of the historical and contemporary centers of Adinkra cloth, which has long been associated with funerals, kingships and wealth in traditional Ashanti culture.… Read the rest
It’s here! The first ever DFW Yarn Crawl!
From Van Alstyne to Grandview – Farmersville to Fort Worth, fourteen of your favorite yarn (and bead) destinations have circled up to bring you an unequaled yarn adventure – grab your yarn-y buddies and hit the road for fun!
The Crawl runs Friday, October 5 through Friday, October 19, 2012.… Read the rest
Just a reminder that our Annual Luncheon and Election of Officers is Saturday, October 27th, 11:30-3:00pm.
Please join us for a fantastic lunch served family style in the Venucci room at Maggiano’s, Willow Bend.
Guest Speaker will be Shirley Cunningham talking to us about Fabric and Fibers as Art.… Read the rest
The Mesquite Arts Council presents an exhibit by the White Rock Weaving Center. “Art From the Loom” is an exhibition featuring the artwork of twenty weavers using textile techniques as well as some innovative contemporary materials such as bamboo.
Stopping in at the White Rock Weaving Center is like stepping into a long-gone era filled with craftspeople.… Read the rest
Each year the National ASG picks a Hall of Fame Honoree. Induction into the Sewing Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have had a lasting impact on the home sewing industry with unique and innovative contributions through sewing education, product development, media or other sewing industry related endeavors.
Claire Shaeffer was the 2012 Inductee into the ASG Sewing Hall of Fame.… Read the rest
One of the biggest news items from ASG Headquarters is a new program called TAG – Teach Another Generation. The program is just starting out, but the focus is on teaching young people to sew.
ASG now offers a junior membership for ages up to 17 and also from 17-22 years of age for those with a student ID.… Read the rest
Becky Bieri, Debby Bowles and Brenda Toub all wrote a little review of their experience attending the ASG conference in Houston:
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We absolutely loved the conference, and wished everyone could have experienced the great sessions on how to improve our sewing expertise. It was inspirational to spend a whole day learning couture techniques live and in person with Susan Khalje. … Read the rest
During the ASG Conference in Houston, the Plano Chapter won the “Growth Chapter of the Year Award” for the second year in a row. They asked us for our “Secret”. I believe the secret is having so many neighborhood groups; that we are a small geographical area; and our awesome members.… Read the rest
During the ASG Annual Conference in Houston (August 16-20), Plano ASG will be selling SA Curve Pocket templates and Cuff & Collar templates.
The Pocket template is used for making repeated exact sewing details by molding fabric around its shapes or tracing the shapes. It is approximately 9 inches by 9 inches and made of a thin but sturdy aluminum.… Read the rest
The Dallas Area Fiber ARTists (DAFA) summer show runs from July 20 through Sept. 6 at the Watson Hall Gallery in the Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, 9200 Inwood Road, Dallas 75220.
Showcased are the winners of the 2012 Annual Show and members who have work representing the many new directions in 21st century fiberart, such as mixed-media, recycled elements, hand-dyed and shibori-dyed fabrics, unique materials, and embellishments.… Read the rest
