PAST SPECIAL EVENTS
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Debbie Jones - Two Part All Day Workshop
Waldemere Fire Station, 2nd Floor
Corner Waldemere & East Ave, Sarasota, Fl
8:30—12:00—Fabric Decollage Jewelry
1:00—4:30—Stamping on Fabric
You can visit Debbie’s website for a sneak peek at www.debbiejones.com
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June 13 through 17, 2011
4-H SEW CAMP
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June 9, 2011
Over 40 ladies converged on the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Saturday, June 9 for the annual Spring Fling. Lots of “stash” fabric was available for sale, cottons and knits. The luncheon was a big success, and the silent auction was well received. The highlight of the day was speaker, John Schunck, a career sewing ma-chine service technician. Not only did he speak about different kinds of machines and how important the correct thread can be, but he also presented his own inventions, a bobbin winder and a thread holder. He stayed through lunch and offering advice and answering questions. Much thanks to Judy Lehmann, our Special Events Coordinator, and her committee, for planning and implementation.
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May 4 - May 8, 2011
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April 9, 2011 9.30 A.M.
Special Event - Open to all Neighborhood Groups
An all day workshop with PAMELA LEGGETT
At Fraternal Order of Eagles,
2926 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota, Florida
Pamela Leggett has been teaching sewing since 1981. Specializing in pattern fitting and fine garment skills
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ASG REGION 3 MEETING IN SARASOTA, FLORIDA
Holiday Inn Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport
8005 15th Street E, Sarasota, FL 34243
February 9 - 12, 2011
Mini - Expo
Ro Behrendt—Grand Prize Winner in ASG's 2010 Simplicity Creative Sewing Contest for Best Use of Fabric.
June Colburn-Asian influenced designs and patterns, kimonos, brocade purses, and silkscreen designs and supplies.
Pam Damour, Home Dec Guru, brought books and CDs full of information, instructions, and embroidery designs to keep pillow makers busy for months.
Loralie treated us to a trunk show. She read poems about her “Ladies” and told us stories of their origins. She's a hoot!
Sandra Newman is the inventor of the “Puts-It” and the “Buttonhole Buster” and the “Hump Jumper”.
Hatched in Africa is the brainchild of Asanti Nuss. She and her husband are expert digitizers.
Susan O'Very's tables were filled with delightful embroidery designs and artful purse, notebook and tote patterns.
Arlene Richards had bolts of hand-dyed fabrics, as well as smaller pieces. Her original scarves and “Broomstick” wraps were different and interesting
Emma Seabrooke brought bins of patterns and beautiful knit yard goods. At her trunk show, she gave tips on sewing knits.
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July 3, 2010
God Bless every one of you who participated in the “God Bless America” event. What a wonderful group of women we have - to rise up to the task of making all those pillows, quilts, ditty bags, cool ties and head pieces for our service men. I know they will be very grateful when they receive these items. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!!!
We had a surprise music director for the patriotic songs we sang. Edna Sams is quite the leader!! Thank you Edna!! Her neighbor played the keyboard, Edna directed and we all sang beautifully. I wish the soldiers could have heard you all.
Pastor Bill’s talk inspired us all!!!
Linda Craig gave us an insight to what MOTS is and how it was started. Wonderful organization... The food was really good. There seems to be a relation between sewing and cooking; we have the best of both!! I hope we will continue honoring our soldiers, while they are defending our country.
Thanks.
Brenda Broadbent
I would like to give you the results of our “God Bless America” Event on July 3,2010.
Thanks to Brenda Broadbent, the originator and organizer, and the other members of our Chapter we had a lot of donations to give to our veterans. The celebration that was held at the First Baptist Church in Sarasota was a very patriotic event with wonderful food, songs and speeches. We were able to present the MOTS (Manatee Operation Troop Support) with 22 quilts, 155 pillows, 233 pillow cases, 8 standard size pillow cases, 263 cool ties and caps, 16 knitted hats, 12 US flags, 44 ditty bags and 3 shoe boxes of toiletries.
Eva Winter
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June 14 through 17, 2010
4-H Sewing Day Camp 2010
County Extension Buildings Manatee Fair Grounds, Palmetto, FL
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I am thrilled to report that our sewing camp, in conjunction with the Manatee County 4H Extension Office, was a huge success. I certainly feel proud to have been a part of it. We had 19 girls and 1 boy ranging in ages from 9 to 15. Volunteers numbered 19 throughout the week, 18 ASG members and 1 4H ‘Mom’ volunteer. As you can see the kids had nearly one on one help. Not all volunteers came daily.
On Friday, June 11, 12 ASG members gathered to set up the classroom and check out all the machines. After the room was set up, 9 of us went to have a nice lunch at the Riverhouse Reef & Grill in Palmetto. The sewing machines seem to be our biggest challenge at camp. Many of the machines are what I would describe as “clunkers”, which to me means not in the best working condition. No instruction manuals, of course. In addition to that, a newcomer to sewing sits down to it and we often have Trouble with a capital T. However, we got through another week, but not without frustration over the sewing machines.
Camp started Monday morning, June 14, at 10:00 AM. As the children arrived, it was good to see some familiar faces returning. 6 of them had been at camp last year. A ‘few’ had done some sewing since we last saw them. 3 or 4 brought their own machines to work on this year.
Throughout the 4 day camp the kids made various projects starting with a pillowcase using the hot dog method. 4H colors are green and white so their fabric was white with green and white gingham border. The next project was a snappy bag made from black fabric with green 4 leaf clovers and gold swirls throughout. For the boy, I cut a special kit of blue fabric with workman tools on it. When they finished their bag, they could embellish it with beads or make a scrunchie for their hair. Wednesday morning we went on a field trip to Hancock’s Fabric in Bradenton. The manager Jennifer Michaels, who is also an ASG member, took them on a quick trip through the store. One of our teachers set up a scavenger hunt for them to find certain items while there. As we left the store, each student was given 9 squares in patriotic colors to piece together and make something. The kids then went to Burger King for lunch and we all met back at camp at 1 PM for another afternoon of sewing.
The next project was a key chain which I digitized, designed and embroidered for them. Once again it was a green 4 leaf clover with the white H inside each petal. The piece had to be sewn into a heart shape, stuffed, and by hand they had to attach a jump ring and key ring. Now the kids were ready to start sewing their patriotic squares together. It was these 2 projects which showed me we need to teach some hand work next year.
Thursday was community service day. An assembly line was set up and the kids made 35 cool ties which will be taken to the July 3 ASG/MOTS event. It was quite a challenge, for the kids and teachers, but everyone really seemed to enjoy it.
It was exciting to see the kids so excited about sewing. They were always back before lunch or breaks were over, ready to sew again. Thursday afternoon there was a short recognition ceremony. Parents and family were invited. A slide show presentation of photos taken during the week was shown. The kids stood up front and showed all the items they had made. Each got a certificate. County extension office provided green punch and cookies for all.
Camp was only 4 days long but this project has been in the planning stages for many, any months. I want to thank everyone who helped work on this project. It truly took a village to do this. I don’t dare try to name everyone as surely I might leave someone out and I would hate that. You know who you are and I do hope you will continue to work with me next year. By the way, we will be going to 5 days next year. No, that’s it, we will not be going to 6 days the following year!!
Thanks,
Helaine Eckstein,
Youth Education Chairperson
Helaine teaching a highly interested class!
Marie showing how to make “Hot Dog” pillowcase and Cutting Cool Ties
Kathleen shows how to make a snappy bag, beading instruction and a visit to Fabric Shop.
Student’s finished Projects and Group with Graduation Certificates.
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I believe sewing is a gift we need to pass on to others. We have been given the opportunity to do just that by working with the Manatee County Extension office and our local children at the Manatee County Fairgrounds in Palmetto, FL.
ASG - 4-H Camp 2010 Preparations A big THANK YOU to everyone who helped at Creative Sassy Sewer’s May meeting to cut and package all the kits for the sewing camp. Unless you have been involved, you have no idea how much preparation it takes to get ready for a 4 day camp. In about 2 ½ hours we cut up over 30 yards of fabric and 20 yards of cording. Everything was pressed and packaged neatly, and lovingly I might add, into 20 one gallon size plastic bags, one for each camper. All the sewing kits from last year were checked out, name tag ribbons were cut, thread spools sorted through, and final plans were discussed. I am sorry I forgot to take my camera so we could put in a few photos. It was truly a great scene to see all these ladies, ages 16 to 80+, working side-by-side. By the time you read this in our newsletter our 2010 camp will be over and hopefully we will be talking about camp for 2011!! Last, but not least, thank you to Sassy Sewer members for a delicious lunch. Those sandwiches and desserts were awesome.
Helaine Eckstein, Youth Education Chairman
Getting Sewing Machines ready for 4-H Sewing Camp
“Scrunchie” Project Goes Coast to Coast
I volunteered at the sewing camp on the day that hair scrunchies were one of the projects. They were so cute and easy that I later made one to include it in my 11 year old great niece’s Christmas stocking. Then, I remembered that the girls (ages 11 - 16) were given sewing lessons last summer and have a sewing machine. They could make scrunchies themselves as a summer vacation activity. So, I cut strips from several different fabrics, put together a pin and ribbon turner, added a package of ¼” elastic with the directions and sample and sent the Scrunchie Kit to them in California. Their grandmother reports that they have made many scrunchies! Several weeks later, the lady who cleans my house (I’m too busy sewing!) said that she was going to spend a week in Massachusetts with her three granddaughters, ages 8-13. She asked if I had any ideas for projects that she could do with them. I suggested the scrunchies and gave her a copy of the directions. Well, a couple of weeks later she called to report that the project had been a B I G hit! One child made 20 of them, another made 10. She took a picture of the pile of scrunchies. One of the girls was so excited about sewing that she used her savings to buy her own sewing machine! Another plans on sewing her own Halloween costume. So, the simple ASG - 4-H scrunchie project has gone coast to coast and turned 6 more girls onto sewing!
“Scrunchies” at Walk for the Cure
O.K., I am bursting at the seams to tell you all something. I was at a 4-H club meeting the other evening and one of the moms leaned over to tell me: “Did Kristi tell you that she sewed four more scrunchies?” No, Kristi hadn’t told me anything about that! Yes, Kristi Vole, one of our 4-H, ASG Sarasota/Gulf Coast Florida summer sewing campers had made four gorgeous hair scrunchies out of pink ribbon fabric. She made one for each team member of her mom’s Susan G. Koman 3 - Day Walk for the Cure. Kristi, now a sixth grader, learned how to make hair scrunchies at our ASG summer sewing camp. Sew, to sum things up, Kristi has supported Breast Cancer Awareness by using her sewing skills! Way to go, Kristi; we are all very proud of you!
Sincerely, Marsha Semrinec, One of your newest ASG members.
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SECOND ANNUAL RETREAT
SARASOTA/GULF COAST CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP
APRIL 28 - MAY 2, 2010
Historic Kenilworth Lodge, 836 S.E. Lakeview Drive, Sebring, FL
The Kenilworth Lodge is an historic hotel, very quiet, very peaceful with a view of the lake and a veranda to sit on. There is a heated swimming pool for that afternoon swim to relax your tired bones from all that sewing. There are a large variety of restaurants from which to choose, including an excellent, inexpensive restaurant right next door. The hotel offers a free continental breakfast and discount coupons for many of the restaurants in the area.
I had never attended a quilt retreat before, but after all that I heard about last year’s trip to Kenilworth Lodge, I had very high expectations for this guild event. I was not disappointed. From the time we arrived on Wednesday until the time we left on Sunday morning, the days were filled with friendship, fun and laughter and, believe it or not, a lot of sewing as well. The staff at the Kenilworth were very accommodating and helped move all the equipment for us. Each of us had a large table of her own for work. We were able to come and go all day and leave everything in place (including overnight).
The retreat was not just sewing. On Thursday, our group was invited to a wine and cheese party at LeAttique, a lovely shop for fine gifts and home décor in the town of Sebring. Some very tasty sweet treats were included as well. The shop owners were very gracious hosts.
On Friday, we had a wonderful demonstration brought to us by Nancy Vasilechik, of Sew Biz Quilt Shop in Lake Placid. She was very knowledgeable as well as a very entertaining lady. She talked about a new fabric line that she designed. We got a glimpse of what it takes to get an artistic concept from the drawing board to actual production. In addition to talent, it surely takes a lot of perseverance! She also showed us how to make a lovely bag and she had kits available for sale at a very reasonable price. Many of us meandered over to her shop later in the day for more shopping.
All in all, we had a very relaxing, stress-free, four-day break from our normal routines, but I think the best part of the trip was getting to know so many guild members in an ideal setting. Working side by side with people of similar interests led to the sharing of ideas, helpful hints and creative concepts. Existing friendships were strengthened and new ones were formed. Invitations to visit neighborhood groups other than our own will be more tempting now that we personally know the group members. At the end of our stay, we all agreed that we wanted to return next year and would like to have more of our members join the fun. ( I should also mention that we did our share of eating and even had some home-made goodies that were out of this
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2nd Annual Spring Fling Luncheon
March 27, 2010
Hilton Garden Inn
8270 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
U.S. 41 on the west side of the Airport
(Spring Fling pictures by Kathleen Heinicke)
It was a beautiful day outside, and we were anxious to get to our sewing adventure: the Spring Fling. We arrived at the designated meeting room in the Hilton Garden Inn on the West side of the airport and were greeted at the reception table, where we deposited our tickets for the door prize drawing to be held later.
Venturing on inside the room, we immediately ran into friends from our own NG, and lots more from other NG’s that I hadn’t seen for awhile. There were demo tables, vendor tables, the table of items donated for the Silent Auction, and the huge table of items acquired by ASG and being sold to help clear out the storage area and to bring in some extra for the Chapter. We enjoyed the browsing, shopping, finding bargains, and enjoying the company of sewing friends. There was plenty of opportunity to do all of these things. As lunch time approached, it was announced that we would dine in another room; the meeting room was locked while we ate, so purchased (and yet-to-be purchased) items remained safely in there while we went to the dining area for lunch. It was a very nice buffet, with several choices of cold cuts, sandwich breads, salads, drinks, and or course desserts. In my opinion, it was a good mixture for nice filling-yet-light meal, perfect for the day. After lunch, we returned to the meeting room for the Fashion Show portion, with items shown by Elaine Chapman, Marie Gartley, Delores Higgins, Edna Sams, Mary Jane Fuller, & Helaine Eckstein. These items showed quite a variety of sewing, and all were very nicely done.
Then the fashion show began, with clothing from Aliki (one of the vendors who brought along beautiful silks for purchase). The styles had designs that were very comfortable and stylish. Of course, as the models went by (since it was a room full of sewers), they had to make numerous stops so people could touch the fabric and examine the seams and finishes. That’s just what we do… The tickets were drawn for the Auction items, and the prizes were all very nice. The Stephanie Kimura “Sarasota Handbag” was also put on the Auction table. There was also a 50/50 drawing, with the winner receiving $66.00 in cash (I’m told that helped make up for what she spent). People went home very happy with their acquisitions, whether they were purchased or won through a stroke of luck, and I think that everyone went home feeling that it was an enjoyable day among friends.
Brenda Broadbent and her committee deserve a special thank you for their efforts to plan and put this on. There was a lot of work, including bringing in the sale items and taking back the “leftovers”. Great job!
Judy Lehmann
I want to take this opportunity to sincerely thank everyone who participated in the Spring Fling. This was a huge team effort and, in my opinion, a great success! Thank you to all those who helped with the work: those who did advertising, attendants for sales, those who did demos, models, vendors (Marge from Quilter’s Haven and Aliki from Aliki Collections), donators of gifts, ticket sellers and ticket taker, and, of course, those who attended and made this event successful.
Brenda Broadbent, VP (Special Events)
Winners of the Spring Fling Drawings
Fabric donated by Quilter’s Haven : Marie Putnam, Nellie Whitehurst, Judy Lehmann, Marty Plageman, & Helen Hughes.
Earrings hand made by Delores Higgins: Alberta Kodydek
50/50 Drawing: Janet Loy
Pkg. of Silks donated by Aliki Collections: Brenda Broadbent
Teddi: Diane Kestner
Marie Gartley announces that beginning in April, Teddi will be staying with Diane Kestner who is pictured on the right. She is a member of
Anything Sews Neighborhood Group. A BIG Thank You to everyone who participated in this fund raiser. We added $315.00 to the Scholarship Fund.1. Patriotic Pillow Talk, donated by Anything Sews Group - Marie Gartley
2. Knitting Basket, donated by Sew What’s New - Irene Ferguson
3. Sewing Sense & Sea Air Scents, donated by Sew Much Fun -Tracy Brainard
4. Chocolate for the Sewer’s Soul, donated by Sassy Sewers - Judy Lehmann
5. Nine Piece Ceramic Entertaining Set, donated by Eva Winter - Donna Lundquist
6. Lace Crib Quilt, handmade by the late Jeanette Callahan, donated by Pins & Needles - Jan Loy
7. Quilted Table Runner, handmade and donated by Donna Lundquist - Edna Sams
8. Silk Ribbon Frenzy, donated by Pins & Needles - Elaine Chapman
9. Sulky Books Plus, donated by Pins & Needles - Shirley Knight
Aliki’s Collections donated $45.00 to the Guild from her sales.
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Shirley Adams Lecture, Trunk Show and Hands on Workshop
Hampton Inn
5995 Cattleridge Road
Sarasota, FL 34232
941 379-1900
Saturday, January 30, 2010 and Sunday, January 31, 2010
Trunk Show and Luncheon
Hands on Workshop - Origami Jacket or Top
Shirley Adams had us enthralled with all her beautiful clothing and accessories. I was impressed by her logical
ways to accomplish such artistic work! She is truly an excellent teacher. We learned so many tips about pin weaving
in an artistic way, beautiful needle punching with wool so that it will not come out in the wash and numerous
other ways to enhance the clothes that we are wearing and the purses that we carry. On the first day, I was inspired
and ready to try out some of the things that I had learned!!
On the second day our group brought in their sewing machines to work on her lovely origami jacket designs.
Maybe, some of you will wear your jackets in the upcoming fashion show!
We had a wonderful two days as we were learning, sewing and making more friends!
Elsie Mason
Shirley Adams
with Vice-President Brenda Broadbent (Left) and
President Kathleen Heinicke (Right) during Shirley’s Workshop on January 30th.
What a Lovely Collection!!
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BAZAAR REPORT
November 19, 20 and 21, 2009
Well, the bazaar is in the past and it’s never too early to start thinking about next year. We had a very successful bazaar this year in spite of the economy being what it is. Had the economy been what it should have been, we could have done even better. We had the goods to sell. The committee (Donna Lundquist, Nancy Jalovec, Kathy Hepburn) wishes to extend a great big thank you to those who donated the items we sold. Also, a big thank you to those of you who volunteered to give up your time to work the bazaar. To all of you, we really appreciate all that you did! Our treasury is a little richer now than it was before. So, keep in mind, next year is closer than you think!! Donna Lundquist
Pictures by Judy Applestein (top) and the Masons (bottom two)
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Our chapter conducted a 3 day sewing camp at the 4-H Building, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, Fl 34221.
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Mon-Tues-Wed., June 22-23-24, 2009. Ages 5-18.Projects will include a Jean Purse, Pillowcase, Button Bracelet, and more.
If you are available to help or teach - call Kathleen Heinicke at 941-753-9178 or Marie Gartley at 941-756-5387.
We are planning another 4-H Camp to be held at the Sarasota Extension Office. Eva Winter may be contacted
at 941-966-7786 for info on that camp. Dates to follow.
We are very excited to have this opportunity to teach our youth the art and love of sewing. This union with 4-H
seems promising, since, after the camp, we will be able to have a monthly club meeting with 4-H members to continue
their sewing education. Think about how excited you were when you first started sewing! Teaching can be
very rewarding! A lot of you know first hand. Some of you may think you are not a teacher—that’s okay! We
need helpers also. There is a lot of planning and preparing for these classes. You could help in putting kits together
or just being there to pass out the cookies when it’s time for refreshments! If you have time to help,
please join us! Thanks! Kathleen Heinicke
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April 29 to May 3, 2009
1st
ANNUAL RETREATSARASOTA/GULF COAST CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP
APRIL 29 - MAY 3, 2009
Historic Kenilworth Lodge, 836 S.E. Lakeview Drive, Sebring, FL
Five days and four nights
(dates on pictures are incorrect) Images by Judy Lehman
Our happy group at our first Spring Retreat. We had breakfast at the Hotel, worked on our own projects most of the time, went shopping at local stores, had our Happy Hour and dinner at local restaurants. We also sewed all these pillow cases for the Ronald McDonald house. We had a great time. Thanks Donna and Nancy for all the preparations.
Plans are in the works for another retreat in the fall. More about that a little later. Try to join the Chapter for a few enjoyable relaxed days. See you there. Tell your friends!
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I would like to thank the following people for their support with helping me make our first Spring Fling the success that it was!!
Ticket Sales - Marie Gartley, Evelyn LeVasseur, Dolly Haerr, Kathleen Heinicke Planning - Marie Gartley, Evelyn LeVasseur, Kathleen Heinicke Table Decorations & Centerpieces for Tables - Jackie Silvasy, Marie Gartley, Kathleen Heinicke Silent Auction and Door Prize donations - Evelyn LeVasseur, Helaine Eckstein, Donna Lundquist, Judy Applestein, Pam Rosenburg, Anything Sews Neighborhood Group, Elsie Mason, Nancy Jalovec, Jean Johnson, Delores Higgins & Kathleen Heinicke.
Vendor Tables - Jean Johnson & Evelyn LeVasseur Chapter Stash Sale - Marie Gartley & Dell Covert All our members that participated in our stash sale. Neighborhood Groups - Thank you for bringing your “Show ‘n Tells” to display. Everyone enjoyed seeing what our other groups had done.
“Look What I Made” Show - Evelyn LeVasseur Sarasota Hotel & Marina - Our lunch was delicious and they were very accommodating. The ballroom we were in gave us a spacious room so that we could shop the specials that were there as well as just sit at our table and chit-chat with those members we see only at these events.
Chapter Members - Without you, we wouldn’t be a success!! Thanks for supporting your chapter! We appreciate it and we look forward to giving you many more events in the coming year!!
Thanks for making our first Spring Fling a success!! Next year’s will be even better!!
Kathleen Heinicke
2nd Vice President/Special Events
Spring Fling Pictures
Our members fashioned and modeled their own clothes, brought items that they had made for “Show ‘n Tell”, donated to the door prizes, silent auction, and the fabric stash sale, and showed other items in our “Look What I Made” Show! Thank you All!!
with Londa Rohlfing
Londa’s program at Waldemere Fire Station began on Friday afternoon, January 23, 2009 with lots of information, jacket kits, embellishments, and ideas for how to make a beautiful jacket. She showed us a myriad of beautiful slides, she gave us many ideas and techniques to make our jacket our own.
We also had some delicious snacks as well as coffee, tea, and soda to drink.
With the above items and more, Londa brought her new book (out in October, 2008): “Creative Sweatshirt Jackets—Londa’s Way”.
It was a highly informative afternoon. On Saturday, January 24, 2009 members brought their sewing machines & supplies and worked most of the day (with a nice lunch break) to make lovely jackets out of Londa’s fine sweatshirts.
It was a great day with a tasty lunch, lots of sewing accomplished, lots of camaraderie and fun!
Everyone enjoyed Londa’s program and went home with many more ideas to add to their repertoire. Want more information?
Teacher Londa, Vice-President Evelyn LeVasseur and President Dolly Haerr
Londa’s main website is www.londassewing.com
*A Creative Sewing Experience*
with Londa Rolfing
After owning her own fabric shop for 13 years and sewing normal garments for many more years,
Londa now prefers “artsy creative sewing”. Her current passion is transforming sweatshirts into
wonderfully unique jackets, She was the rage at the National Conference in Chicago!
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A Special Event
September 4 and 5, 2008
PAM DAMOUR of DAMOUR DESIGNS
On September 4 and 5, 2008 ASG welcomed Pam Damour the Decorating Diva for a Home Décor seminar and workshop. On September 4, the first day of the seminar/workshop was held at the Sarasota Hotel & Marina on Tamiami Trail. The conference room was large and there was an abundance of beverages and snacks. Pam Damour was a very interesting and informative speaker. She showed us several techniques and had gorgeous samples of her work. Lunch was served in the dining room for our group. It was delicious and very filling. Coffee and dessert was served in the conference room so we could get back to Pam’s program. At the end of the day everyone was anxious for the workshop the next day.
On Friday morning, September 5, everyone met at the North Sarasota Library for the hands-on part of the workshop. Once we were all set and ready to go the techniques started. We were introduced to several miter procedures, welting, piping and so many other tips and tricks. Oh, how our heads were spinning.
For our lunch we all had a lovely buffet style meal complete with sandwiches, fruits, salads and best of all – cheese cake. After lunch we were back at our machines learning more amazingly simple ways to do things that looked really hard. It was a very informative and enjoyable two days. Not only did we all learn something new to encourage us to broaden our sewing ventures, but we also had a very lovely social get together.
Many thanks to all who made this two day extravaganza possible.
Day One - Lecture
Day Two - Hands On Workshop. Just look at all those high tech sewing machines.
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June 28
, 2008OUR TRIP TO “MENOPAUSE, THE MUSICAL”
On Saturday morning, June 28th, twenty eight of our ASG members met in the lobby of the Asolo Theatre. This was the “new” Asolo (which is over 20 years old ), as opposed to the “historic Asolo” (an original medieval Italian theatre), which is located within the Ringling Museum grounds.
We were not only there to see the musical! Marie Gartley, who had planned the day for us, arranged for us to have a tour of the facility including a meeting with David Covach, Director of the Costume Department.
We viewed the main stage, the Mertz Theater and the Cook Theater, which is smaller and mainly used by the graduate students for theater training. In addition, we viewed a wing that is used by the Sarasota Ballet for their rehearsals. We learned a lot of interesting things about the facility. The elaborate green-and-gold façade in the interior of the Mertz Theater was purchased from a 19th century theater in Scotland. The façade had to be refurbished, of course, and made to fit this building. It is very impressive.
The eighteen or so graduate students who use the smaller theater are recruited from all over the country. There are tryouts in several major cities. There cam be as many as 1500 trying out for the very few openings in this program. Candidates have to have a BA degree. At the end of the three year course, they receive their Master’s degree and their Actor’s Equity Card.
All expenses have been paid. In the Costume Department, Director David Covach described the production of costumes from designer through execution. He graciously answered our many questions. Some of our members could not get their eyes off the array of fabrics that were on the Costume Shop shelves! Talk about a stash!! All of this was before the Box Lunch and THE SHOW!
Just ask anyone who went. We loved the show! We were entertained by four talented women! They made light of many things to which we could all relate. They parodied familiar music from the 50’s and later years. It was a well-planned day and still absorbing everything, all of us were smiling as we went home with added knowledge.
Delores Higgins
March 5, 2008
The arrangements for the exquisite occasion and for the lovely pastel tablecloths with matching floral arrangements on the tables were made by Henrietta Driggers—Kelley. The mirrored “tea” room at the Venice Community Center was a perfect setting for the tea. There were delicious tea sandwiches and cookies as well as many varieties of tea!
The Fashion Show, narrated by Evelyn Levasseur, was spectacular! There were practical mix-and-match travel clothes, lovely wedding outfits, other dress and casual clothing, and an unusual below the knee skirt (with puffs) that could be changed into a sophisticated flowing ankle length skirt in minutes! What a clever use of buttons!! There were several examples of wearable art including embroidered items.
Evelyn and Tina Arsenault gave away a number of door prizes. Then the drawing of the winner’s name for Nicki, our American Girl Doll was made. All in all, the tea was a huge success enjoyed by many.
STASH SALE
None of the former committee members were able to be there, so we appreciate and thank Annette Alberter and Della Covert for volunteering. The boxes of fabric that I took home have been sorted: some for the sale next year and some for the June 6th Community Workshop for the Cancer Anti-ouch Pouch and other Community Service projects. The rest is going to the group that is teaching the women in prison to sew.
There were some lovely pieces of fabric. Hope you are enjoying the material you found!
Marie Gartley
Thank You!
Dear All of the Ladies at the Sewing Guild,
Thank you for putting all of your hard work into making all of the clothes and accessories for the doll I received for my birthday! I will enjoy her very much! The gift is even more special to me knowing that all of the clothes, bed and accessories are handmade, And I have the best (luckiest!) grandmother in the world for winning Nicki and giving her to me.
Thank you very much again! I love her!
Sincerely,
Chelsea Mason, age 11 years., granddaughter of Elsie Mason
Nicki’s Note
After the English Tea on March 5, I went home with a member of the Venice neighborhood group and our Newsletter editor. She was so happy to have me with her until her grand-daughter Chelsea came to visit. Chelsea’s 11th birthday was in March, when I went home to live with her.
Thank you, ladies, for making me the nice wardrobe and supporting the Chapter Education Fund.
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BUS TRIP TO EXPO
On Thursday, February 21st, we had a Gr-r-r-r e-a-t bus trip to the Tampa Sewing Expo. All of our information, class tickets, and goodies were enveloped and delivered during the first rest stop. That meant there were no delays once we arrived at the Convention Center. We hurried in for an exciting day of classes and exhibits.
There were new booths and new stage presentations as well as many exhibits to offer something for everyone. Some went for the 10 cent bargains from Jays; some wanted the scenic tapestries for various projects, while many were glad just to see familiar faces from past years. Our own “Sew Worth It” store made their first appearance at the Expo with a “blooming booth”.
This was my second trip and I encourage all of you to plan on attending in 2009. We had a great bus driver, Larry, who could entertain us with songs like ”The Wheels on the Bus”…..It was a wonderful way for us to enjoy a day together, pursuing our Sewing Passion with excitement and laughter.
Kathy Hepburn
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English Tea Report
I was so glad to see so many of you at the English Tea, all looking beautiful! A personal thank-you to all who participated in
The First Class Shirt Challenge (wasn't it interesting seeing nine different shirts made from the same pattern?)
The Vintage Fashion Show
The Member Style Show
Good work ladies!! You made this event a wonderful success!!!
This was our first event at Mission Valley Country Club in years and the setting was beautiful. But we were very disappointed with the food. I pointed this out right away to the management staff and they too agreed that the food was sparse and presented poorly. They usually do either a buffet or sit-down meal and had never done an English Tea before. They apologized profusely, discounted the price and begged for another chance to do right by us.
The board has decided to give them another chance and hold our Annual Meeting on Friday, Nov. 9th 2007 at Mission Valley Country Club. It will be a sit-down luncheon and I think they will go all out to make us happy. I hope you, the membership, will support this decision and join us for what I hope will be another wonderful annual meeting event.
Thank-you,
Evelyn LeVasseur
Special Events Chairman
Another Winner
On Wednesday, March 21, 2007 the Sarasota Chapter of the American Sewing Guild hosted another very interesting and enjoyable event, thanks to the tireless efforts of Evelyn LeVasseur , Dolly Haerr and many other volunteers.. Fifty eight women attended the English Tea at the Mission Valley Country Club and were treated to a variety of activities designed to inform, inspire and entertain.
First on the agenda was the members Stash Sale which provided an opportunity for adding to our growing and overflowing collection of fabric. There were many great bargains available here as well as at the Boutique table of hand-made goodies. Thanks to all who helped with this endeavor.
We were then treated to the first of three fashion shows presented that day; the First Class Blouse Challenge. Eighteen ladies bought this pattern during the past year and nine finished blouses were shown. Each one was a masterpiece of skill and creativity and so surprisingly different it was hard to believe they came from the same pattern.
Following our lunch of tea and finger sandwiches we saw the second Fashion show which consisted of vintage items of clothing and accessories belonging to group members and their families. Everything from wedding gowns to lingerie was represented, and it was amazing that so much was available, considering that most of us have left our mother’s and grandmother’s closets far behind.
The third fashion show of the day featured items of clothing and decorative arts made by the members themselves. The immense talent found in our little corner of paradise never ceases to amaze me, and special mention must be made of the treat we had in seeing the budding talent of our junior model and
seamstress, Zoe Pollux. She is the granddaughter of member Jayne Steiff and is only in the 7th grade. We should all keep in mind the need to encourage and support our daughters and granddaughters in their creative endeavors, not only because it is good to keep handicrafts alive and well, but also because it is rewarding to see our young ladies derive the same satisfaction and joy that we do from creating unique, personal and beautiful things.
The afternoon was concluded by a drawing for the lovely hand-dyed scarf and purse made and donated by Evelyn LeVasseur and I am pleased to report that the lucky winner was yours truly. Since Evelyn told me that a shawl of this type was de rigueur on a Caribbean cruise, my next challenge is to convince my better half that a glamorous silk shawl MUST have an ocean to admire it. This could turn into a most expensive cup of tea. Stand by for further developments.
Arlene A. Ferrick
The winner of the shawl and purse pictured was Arlene Ferrick.
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Did You Go To EXPO????
About 50 members of the Chapter enjoyed the bus trip to the Expo in February 2007. There was a new venue, parking can be hectic near the Tampa Convention Center so it was so nice when the bus let us off right in front.
Many thanks to Elaine Chapman for taking over midstream making it possible for us to have a grand time. This year we stayed later so we could be there for the drawings. Two members came home with prizes. Brenda Broadbent of the Sew What’s New Group and Marti Plageman of Sew Much Fun.
Mary Jane Fuller
The Pinecraft Bazaar
The Bazaar on November 17th and 18th, 2006 was great. After canceling on Thursday because the weather was so unpleasant, we had two nice sunny days. Thank you to so many:
Shirley Mendolera - scheduling the workers
Elaine Chapman - collecting names of workers
Eva Winter - the loan of a tent and table
Bob Gartley - using his truck to move items from storage unit to the Bazaar site
Betty Lou Johnson - setup and takedown each day
And the workers: Annette Alberter, Brenda Broadbent, Patti DiMicele, Henrietta Driggers, Mary Jane Fuller, Dolores Higgins, Lillian Karmel, Louise Landry, Donna Lundquist, Shirley Mendolera, Marie Panyik, Vernelle Penney, Jaynie Steiff, Addie Towery, and Eva Winter.
A project like this takes a lot of coordination and time. Between customers, we had achance to get to know each other better and to shop. Chapter members that did not come to the Bazaar missed the opportunity to see the work of our talented members and to get to know other members. THANK YOU to all who made items and to those that helped.
Marie Gartley
Images by Shirley
Mendolera
National Sewing Month
September 2006
Our Chapter participated by having displays of garments, purses and various articles for Community Service in our libraries. All the library displays have been taken down since September is over. It’s time for a B I G “THANK YOU” to these members who decorated each library:
Marie Gartley – Bradenton -Library & North Sarasota Library
Shirley Mendolera – Selby Library
Pam Scothorn - Fruitville Library
Eva Winter – Gulf Gate Library
Henrietta Driggers & Mary Ann Mazzarella— Jacaranda Library
Gulf Gate Library display case was arranged by Eva Winter.
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Mystery Bus Destination Revealed!! September 16, 2006
The wheels on the bus go round and round, all though the town. It is Saturday morning, September 16, 2006 and the Mystery Bus has arrived to take a group of ASG ladies on a Mystery Bus Tour. The doors open and out steps the driver, Larry. He is a pleasant man with a Hawaiian tie on. Are we going to Hawaii? We all get on the bus. There is much buzz among the ladies as the last passenger takes her seat . We are awaiting the announcement of the MYSTERY destination. All is quiet when Dora stands at the front of the bus and finally tells us where were going.
We are heading for Clermont. And what is in Clermont you may ask? Besides being a lovely little town near Orlando there is this fabulous shop. It is called Clermont Sewing and Quilting, www.clermontsewing.com. The owners are Linda Maschino and Brenda Plunkett. The shop is a new business started about one year ago, but it is filled with marvelous and beautiful fabric. However, I am getting ahead of myself.
The trip on the magical bus was delightful and full of voices visiting and having a great time. Upon arrival in Clermont we were met by Linda and Brenda at the Clermont Garden Club. They had refreshments waiting for us and once we were settled the show began.
Linda demonstrated making pillowcases with no seams showing and it was unbelievably simple but looked like a lot of work even though it wasn’t. Then we all sat and made the cutest little shirts you have ever seen. We were also shown some very useful items that were available at their store. A pen that made seams and snippers that made “unsewing “ much easier. We also were allowed to try a bias maker that made chenille like material. Very, very mysterious.
Lunch was next on the agenda. Believe it or not we had a delicious lunch at the European Bistro. The whole restaurant was full of oohs and aahs as each one of us ate our meal. The choices were a chicken salad sandwich, tuna salad sandwich or quiche Lorraine. YUM YUM!!!!
Once our energy was refortified we journeyed to the other side of the street and began SHOPPING. All was well. The shop was full of fabric, accessories, special gadgets and so much more. It was more than a shopping spree. It was a social gathering of women exchanging ideas and everyone was curious as to what you bought. Several of us made more than one trip to the cutting table.
It was time to go. The coach was ready to take us home. The mystery trip was over, but new friendships were formed. This was my very first bus tour and I truly hope that I can take more. It was fun, exciting and very rewarding. Let’s do it again!
Mary Jane Fuller
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Serging Fun with Diana Cedolia
Everyone had a wonderful time Saturday, May 13, at Sunnyside Village learning the many things we can do with our sergers. Diana had a wealth of information and ideas that she shared with us. I now know how to remove a serged seam by just pulling 1 or 2 threads. For me this info was priceless. She made a zippered bag, lined, all on the serger in less than 5 minutes. (How many of us couldn't wait to get home to make one of those?)
From decorative chain stitches to cover stitches, we learned various ways in which to incorporate them into garments and accessories. She explained all the feet for the serger and what they do. I loved the shirring foot. Can't wait to make something with ruffles all in one step. Then there is the cording foot--yes you can sew a zipper on with the serger using this foot. Oh, the time we can all save now! And you know what that means!--more time to shop for fabric!
Diana truly inspired us all, with her wit and charm, she had us on the edge of our seats the whole time.
Sunnyside Village not only catered a delicious lunch, but we had coffee, juice & pastries when we arrived there in the morning. I want to grow up and live there! The meeting room was very accommodating, with Diana up on the stage with her high-tech camera, all was able to see every detail.
Thank you ASG for putting this event together, and thank you Diana for sharing your talent and time with us.
Kathleen Heinicke
Kreations by Kathleen
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Region 7 Meeting in Orlando April 27,28, 29, 2006
For CAB (chapter advisory board) members of the Sarasota/Gulf Coast Chapter of ASG left University Outlet mall at 8 a.m. Thursday morning. First item on the 3 day trip was breakfast at Cracker Barrel.
To break up the trip, a stop at Peace Creek Beads in Lakeland was made. After a spell of oohing and aahing and a couple of purchases, of course, we left for the Sewing Studio in Maitland. This store demands serious shopping! The next stop was lunch at the Cheesecake Factory, just down the street a ways. Then some more shopping for ideas-- neat purses, place mats, rugs, statues, etc.
After settling into our room, we needed to go eat again.--Banana Supreme makes an awesome late night meal. Wake up 6 a.m.;--really, one woke at 5:50 and by 6:40 all four of us left for breakfast and the start of the Region 7 conference.
The day was filled with reports from various chapter members of the region. Janice Harski one of the directors from national was there along with Margo Martin, the executive director. They were filled with insight about the organization. Many questions were answered by them. It is really nice to get to put a face with the names that we often hear.
After a little R&R in the room, we decided to go for dinner at Cafe Tu Tu Tango. What an awesome place to try new foods. You might ask why I'm using the word “awesome” again. Well,---at each of the restaurants, the waiter would tell us that we made an “awesome” decision or choice. It got to be pretty funny when it happened at the second restaurant.
Saturday morning, we were off again before 7:00 for breakfast and conference at 8:00. During the ½ day meeting, more discussions were held covering activities required of CAB members, the necessity of keeping records and staying in compliance with national regulations, the needs of neighborhood groups, and how to encourage growth using education and publicity. There was lots to think about in a short time.
This meeting is open to everyone in the chapter, however it is really geared to those on the board. It would be great if members who were interested in being on the board would consider going to the regional meeting. You can learn a lot from it.
Marie Gartley
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January 11, 2006 - Bernina Fashion Show - Michael's on East Restaurant, Sarasota, FL
January/February 2006
Pine Craft Days 2005
November 17, 18, & 19, 2005 the Sarasota/Gulf Coast Chapter spent these days in front of Alma Sue’s Quilt Shop selling our crafts that our members have made in the last few months. This included, purses, placemats, a big bunny, an assortment of Christmas items, coasters, vests and many other beautiful items too numerous to mention. There were thirty plus volunteers to man/woman the two large tents that were filled with our special items. The ladies had fun, time to chat and purchase the crafts that they would arrange and then rearrange as the day passed. There were lots of traffic (people) looking and manipulating our crafts and then one of our volunteers would approach them and talk them into purchasing the items. I think that Dela Covert did a great job enticing customers to buy, buy, buy! I would like to thank our Pres., Elaine Chapman for all the work she did, picking up all the items from the storage unit and then taking it all back afterwards, for being there to help set up and take down, for use of her large tables and her time. Thanks to Marie Gartley, Educator, for keeping track of the money all three days and to all the volunteers too numerous to mention for their time spent for a good cause. Last but not least, a big THANKS to all the buyers because without you we would not have made all the funds we took in.
Norma Holman, VPI
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ASG Halloween Party 2005
Fifteen members attended ASG's Oct. 21st. Halloween Party held at the Fruitville Library. The event was planned as a Chapter Party for local Neighborhood Groups.
A festive table offered treats-Halloween candy, cookies and other munchies-that were enjoyed by all.
Judy Bennett emceed the "spooktacular" event, opening with some appropriate Halloween puns. These were greeted with both laughter and moans.
Judy also coordinated a fabric exchange for those who wanted to give and receive a new piece of Holiday fabric.
The party's highlight was the Halloween Costume Contest. Members wearing costumes modeled their outfits for all so see. Among some of those presenter were: A Fortune Teller willing to use her crystal ball to tell us "sewing secrets"--2 cents for members and 5 cents for non-members: a green haired mermaid with seaweed and a cellulite encrusted tail; a ballerina, quite possibly rejected by the Sarasota Ballet; a flapper in a gold dress with black jeweled accessories and "fancy pants"; a very noisy Wolf complete with long nails and big feet; a professor of quilting and sewing; a cowboy (oops, cowgirl) with boots, hat and a "moving horse'' a Mardi Gras queen with very purple hair; a Gothic queen who lost her eye to her own sword and a sinister devil minus her pitchfork.
Prizes were awarded to the three costumes with the most votes awarded by the Judges, Pam Scothorn, Louise Landry, and Judy Gries.
This year's first prizewinner was the Big Bad Wolf, Norma Holman,who growled her appreciation at the choice. The Mermaid, Judy Bennett, was the second prizewinner and third place was awarded to the Fortune Teller, Betty Lou Johnson. Prizes included sewing patterns and books.
A Halloween candy cup given out upon arrival included a small spool of thread, which was used to select the winner of the Door Prize. An orange spool of thread was lucky for Jean Johnson who took home an appropriately orange Gerbera Daisy plant.
A big thank you goes out to Judy Bennett, Marie Gartley, Louise Landry and Suzanne Goldman for organizing this fun event.
Nancy Jalovec
The competitors.
And the winners are: Judy Bennett, Norma Holman and Betty Lou Johnson
July / August 2005
The May 21st special event featuring June Colburn was a great success judging by the number of people who attended and the number of questions asked. June presented a very informative lecture on the origin and tradition of the Japanese kimono and it’s accessories. When the kimono is worn by younger women they tend to wear brighter colors and longer sleeves; married women wear shorter sleeves. Geishas sometimes used to wear as many as 12 kimonos. And this little known fact - kimonos are worn by men as well as women. Kimonos are dated by the type/design of the fabric used to construct the garment. There are many rules about wearing kimono. One of which it is considered an insult to not have an updated one. This can be an issue since some kimonos can cost as much as $30,000 with the obi costing as much as $15,000 due to the cost of silk and handstitching.
After the lecture and a simply smashing luncheon from Sunnyside, we had the afternoon to view several garments she created from her wonderful patterns. June had also brought some kimonos for purchase as well as other fabric from her stash to tempt us all.
If you have not tried one of her Japanese style patterns, she has a level for everyone on her website (www.junecolburn.com) . She also has developed a few designs for Simplicity Patterns.
Some stitching suggestions:
When stitching on vintage clothing such as old kimonos use beads and metallic threads to cover stains or holes because your eye is drawn to the beads or metallic thread rather than the stain/hole.
Use touches of color not the whole kimono in a garment for a more casual garment.
In a pillow made from an obi, June used the design of two Pekinese dogs and split the design to make two pillows. She also used a piece of an obi as part of a garment – she appliquéd the piece onto a blouse.
Use a straight stitch on straight lines in any appliqué and then complete the appliqué using a loose zig zag stitch in the color of the appliqué.
June showed samples of her Japanese inspired machine embroidery designs that she had digitized for Husquvarna Viking.
One of her most outstanding designs to me was a white long coat that she had created for the Bernina Fashion Show of 2001. It was really an incredible piece of art to wear; however, another person won that year – too bad because her offering was incredibly designed, appliquéd, and stitched.
Several of June’s mottos:
When you’ve got good fabric, don’t louse it up with pattern details.
With kimono fabric, less is more.
Mismatching things is much more interesting than matching.
Avoid the Harley Davidson look by adding appliqué to the front as well as the back.
Karen Miller
Pictures by:
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Bus Trip to the Sewing Studio and the Bead Bucket
March 23, 2005
As a new ASG member, the bus trip to Orlando on March 23 was a great way to socialize with many people. The Sewing Studio and Bead Bucket are great places to get inspired to create albeit even if a bit overwhelming for a newby! And inspired I was. Carmella from the Sewing Studio gave all who were interested a hands-on demonstration on how to hand-smock a decorative pillow. As usual she had worked her magic fingers to come up with a pillow everyone would like to replicate. The amount of fabric in the Studio’s main store was enough to keep me busy for most of our time there but oooh la la – the bargain area. What treasures there too! Most everyone had purchases picked out in a short period of time. We had good incentive – Perkins Restaurant was the next stop.
The Bead Bucket had an amazing assortment of beads. With our 30% discount, it made purchasing beads for all sorts of projects do-able. From wonderful huge one-of-a-kind beads from Tibet to the smallest glass bead, we were all inspired to create our one-of-a-kind creations.
It was a great day for all who attended. Next time let’s all go!!
Back in February, Dora Markle arranged our yearly excursion to
Clearwater, for the Sewing Expo.
As each year before, we had a great time!
If you remember, when Emma Seabrooke was here, she had cut herself.
When she went looking for a bandage for it, all she could find was a
"Scooby-Doo" bandage.
She mentioned a few times that she was going to start a fashion trend by
wearing the bandage.
Sooo---someone on the bus, made sure that everyone continued the
"fashion trend" by supplying everyone with "Scooby-Doo"
bandages to wear.
We had the whole Expo buzzing, asking why so many people had
"Scooby-Doo" bandages on!
Wouldn't it be fun, if the "fashion trend" continued all the
way to the ASG convention??
I know, I'll be wearing mine!
Yes, we're a little crazy, but what fun!!!
It was great to see all the returning vendors and to see the new members
of our chapter, Barb Callahan, Michael and Melissa Callahan in action in their
booths and classes at Expo.
A number of us were quite disappointed to see that Paper Creations wasn't
there. It
seems that Sue's husband had injured his arm and couldn't attend.
As usual, we had a great day!
Thanks, Dora for all you do for us! Anonymous
January 29, 2005 - Emma Seabrook Seminar at Sunnyside Village Sarasota, FL
Welcome, Emma Seabrook
Ladies,
if you did not make it to this seminar, you missed a very good one!
About 53 of us were educated about sewing with knits.
Different finishes for necklines and hems, plus tips on all parts of
garment construction. Her trunk
show was great too. I Liked so much of it I'll have a hard time remembering it
all.
She
explained her pattern designs and how to make fitting adjustments so they would
fit your body. She brought with her
husband Al, who handled the sale of her fabrics and patterns. A very nice
selection of knits and notions He's
a good husband!
Lunch
at Sunnyside is always good. We had
soup and a nice chicken salad and even made our own ice cream sundaes for
dessert on the veranda. Doesn't
that sound so cool?
Make
sure you come to the June Colburn seminar in May. After all you don't want to miss another good time.
Sherry
Ebey
March 13, 2004 - Mary Mulari Seminar, Sunnyside Village, Sarasota, FL
“Sewing Inspiration for the New Millenium.”
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April 5th, 2003 Teresa Barrett. Colony Cove Recreation Hall, Ellenton, FL.
Trunk show of Beaded Wearable Art, Bags and Quilts.
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February 24, 2003 Louise Cutting Seminar - Mission Valley Country Club, Laurel, FL.
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March 11, 2002, Judy Barlup - Mission Valley Country Club, Laurel, Fl.
Simplified techniques to update our sewing skills.
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December 5th, 6th and 7th, 2001 Shirley Adams - Bent Tree Country Club and Bahia Vista Mennonite Church, Sarasota, FL
Above are some of Shirley's beautiful suits, jackets and vests.
Hands-on Work-Shops on Friday at Bahia Vista Mennonite Church.
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March 13, 2001, Sandra Betzina - Mission Valley Country Club, Laurel, FL
Tips from the Cutting Room
