Chapter Events

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Sewing at Lake Tahoe

Starts May 17, 2026 5 pm
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Ends May 22, 2026 11 am

Come enjoy a week of sewing at the Zephyr Point Conference Center in Lake Tahoe. Experience the pleasures of collaborating with other sewists while viewing Lake Tahoe at its finest. Sewing stations, meals, and sleeping accommodations are provided. Bring your sewing projects, your sewing machine, and your inspirations for a fun week of no cooking, no cleaning, no time limits, and no obligations. Simply enjoy good old-fashioned sewing FUN.

ASG Spring Luncheon - Lorraine Henry

May 30, 2026

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

At the Spring Event, during the morning session, Lorraine will explain and demonstrate her methods of taking body measurements, which are essential to determining and making accurate pattern alterations. We will learn to identify body markers for measurements, the correct order for taking measurements, and to recognize common errors in the process. The order of measurement taking is key to correct pattern alterations and pattern fit. There will be no more guesswork in taking body measurements after Lorraine’s presentation.

After lunch Lorraine will introduce us the seam method of pattern alteration, developed by Judith Rasband, Elizabeth Leichty and Della Pottberg-Steineckert, authors of Fitting and Pattern Alteration. The seam method of pattern alteration alters patterns along the seam lines only and preserves the original grainline. There is no cutting into the body of the pattern to make an alteration.

The seam method of pattern alteration is taught in fashion/sewing programs throughout the country. We will have hands on practice learning this method, making a few common alterations with half scale patterns. There is a short supply list for the afternoon lecture.

PANTS WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

Over the course of two days the participants will take measurements necessary for well-fitting pants, identify the areas for adjustment, learn the seam method to make those alterations, and alter their patterns accordingly. Then, participants will make a muslin and then tweak it for a perfect fit. There is a supply list for these workshops and homework that will need to be completed before the workshop begins. 

There will be TWO, 2-Day Workshops. Both workshops will contain the same material. The first workshop will be 5/31 – 6/1/2026, and will be held at 2757 Curtis Way, Sacramento. The 2nd workshop will be held in the conference room at the Holiday Inn Express Woodland, located at 2070 Freeway Drive, Woodland.

Both workshops will start at 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, both days with a break for lunch. 

Registration is FULL

Linda Lee of the Sewing Workshop - Zoom

June 27, 2026

10 am - 11:30 am

details to follow

Ice Dyeing a Silk Scarf with Sheryl Thompson

Saturday, August 15, 2026, 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM

Learn dye chemistry then dye a silk scarf for yourself
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Ice dyeing gives vivid and complex color patterns with little or no fuss. Unlike many of the creative things we do, there is no need to analyze color harmonies, placement or balance of your design when you use ice to carry the dyes to the fabric. In this class you will learn about dye chemistry, which dyes are the easiest to use and how to safely handle them. Attendees will dye a scarf to produce beautiful one of a kind accessory for your wardrobe.

What to bring:

1. rubber gloves
2. glass baking dish or plastic tub
3. small cooking cooling rack
4. wear old clothes

Priority registration is given to ASG members. A member may signup another member guest. Registrations are non-transferable. Waitlisted members will be given registration priority before non-member guest registration opens. Non-member registration will open two weeks prior to day of workshop. Non-member fee will be $40. Registration closes August 10, 2026 

Registration opens July 1, 2026

Wool Braiding Part 2

 

Saturday, October 24, 2026

10AM - 4PM

details to follow