American Sewing Guild - Atlanta Chapter

✨ Parents are you looking for a creative, confidence‑building activity for your child? ✨

Our Junior Sewers Neighborhood Group is the perfect place for kids to learn real skills, make friends, and create something they’re proud of.

This month, our young makers will sew a fun, colorful Binder Pouch, a beginner‑friendly project that teaches sewing basics in a safe, supportive environment. Kids love seeing their finished pouch come together, and parents love watching their confidence grow. 🧵💛

📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 4:00–5:45 PM (new meeting time!)
📍 Atlanta Sewing Center – 50 Ernest Barrett Parkway, Marietta
👧🧒 Ages 9+ • Beginners welcome

Why parents love Junior Sewers:
- Safe, supervised sewing instruction
- Hands‑on learning that builds focus and creativity
- A welcoming space for kids to meet other creative children
- A useful project they can take home and be proud of

No registration required — just reach out if your child would like to attend.

📬 Questions or interest?
Email: [email protected]

We’d love to welcome your child and help them discover the joy of sewing. 💖✂️

Looking for a relaxing way to connect with other sewists and enjoy some creative time? 🧵🌿

Join the **Slo-Stitch Neighborhood Group** of the American Sewing Guild Atlanta Chapter on **Wednesday, August 26 from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM**.

Each month, the group simply gathers to **sit and stitch** — bring along your current hand-sewing, embroidery, quilting, mending, or other portable project and enjoy a welcoming morning of creativity and conversation.

📍 **Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance**
3420 W Hospital Ave
Chamblee, GA 30341

If you are interested in learning more about American Sewing Guild visit www.asgatlanta.org and see what our neighborhood groups are all about.
**Sit. Stitch. Relax. Connect.** 💚🪡

🎄✂️ **Christmas in July… but now in August!** 🧵✨

Come join the **Sew Many Friends Neighborhood Group** of the American Sewing Guild Atlanta Chapter on **Tuesday, August 25 from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM** for a fun and festive morning of sewing.

This month's project is Wonky Christmas Trees** — a playful project that’s perfect for getting a head start on holiday sewing.

🧵 **Bring your sewing machine and come ready to stitch!**

📍 **Atlanta Sewing Center – AASC**
2148 Duluth Hwy, Ste. 111
Duluth, GA 30097

If you’ve been thinking about joining the American Sewing Guild, visit www.asgatlanta.org for details see what our neighborhood groups are all about.
**Sew. Learn. Celebrate.** ❤️💚

Looking for a fun way to connect with other sewists and use your sewing skills to give back? 🧵💙

Join the **Sew Amazing Neighborhood Group** of the American Sewing Guild Atlanta Chapter on **Monday, August 24 from 1:00–4:00 PM**.

This month, the group will be making **tote bags, pillowcases, and zip pouches for Mosaic** — a wonderful opportunity to sew with purpose while spending the afternoon with fellow sewing enthusiasts.

📍 **Gwinnett County Fire Station 12**
2815 Lenora Church Rd
Snellville, GA 30078

If you’ve been curious about the American Sewing Guild, this is a great chance to come meet the group, see what we do, and enjoy a creative afternoon with us. Visit www.asgatlanta.org for more information.

**Sew. Share. Inspire.** ✂️✨

Hi ASG Atlanta Chapter Family and Friends! Please help give a BIG THANK YOU and around applause to our Common Threads Fabric Sale Volunteers!

Thank you for making a difference at Common Threads Fabric Sale!!!

Volunteers 2026
Cathy Alby Stockton
Rhonda Bowling
Verlia Gower/husband Dave
Joi Bostic
Adele Swanson
Mary Blalock
Laura Southerland
Susan Marling
Sue Eisen
Karen Cleveland
Karen Lynch
Natalie Greene
Sandie Hendler
Rita Mantel
Marilyn Bowman
Margaret James
Karen DeGood
Sally Oakes/husband Tom
Michelle Cross
Fran Johnson
Terri Anne Paquibitan
Pam Howard
Rita Kennedy
Sheryl Belson
Joan Gleckler
Kay Kenimer
Cyndy Read
Eileen Davie
Lisa Milam/husband
Josephine Johnson
Nancy Stickell
Deanne Smith
Lorie Hughes
Norita Gorman
Dee Elder
Lucretia Hart
Becky Byrd
Becky Alexander
Gail Thompson
Marge Krengel
Kathy Gingras
Terry Erickson
Michelle Mulcahey
Jeanette Gogdell
Vivian Chen
Alisha Samples/husband

Hey ASG Atlanta Chapter Family, please drop a BIG thank you to the volunteers who help with this year's Annual Common Threads Fabric Sale!!! We appreciate you!!!

Common Threads Volunteers 2026
Cathy Alby Stockton
Rhonda Bowling
Verlia Gower/husband Dave
Joi Bostic
Adele Swanson
Mary Blalock
Laura Southerland
Susan Marling
Sue Eisen
Karen Cleveland
Karen Lynch
Natalie Greene
Sandie Hendler
Rita Mantel
Marilyn Bowman
Margaret James
Karen DeGood
Sally Oakes/husband Tom
Michelle Cross
Fran Johnson
Terri Anne Paquibitan
Pam Howard
Rita Kennedy
Sheryl Belson

Joan Gleckler
Kay Kenimer
Cyndy Read
Eileen Davie
Lisa Milam/husband
Josephine Johnson
Nancy Stickell
Deanne Smith
Lorie Hughes
Norita Gorman
Dee Elder
Lucretia Hart
Becky Byrd
Becky Alexander
Gail Thompson
Marge Krengel
Kathy Gingras
Terry Erickson
Michelle Mulcahey
Jeanette Gogdell
Vivian Chen
Alisha Samples/husband
Geannene Trevillion Publicity Team
Afrika White Publicity Team

✨ Ready to Learn How to Sew? Join Us for the Sewing 101 Expo!

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to sew — or just need a creative boost — this is your moment!
Our Sewing 101 Expo is a fun, hands‑on day designed *just for beginners*.

🧵 Three Mini‑Workshops in One Day:

• Sewing Machine Basics— Learn to thread, operate, and sew a straight seam while making a Reversible Fabric Pouch.
• Hand Sewing Basics — Practice essential stitches and start your own Stitch Sampler.
• Patterns & Fabrics — Discover how to choose beginner‑friendly fabrics and read patterns with confidence.

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 North Cobb Regional Library, Kennesaw, GA
💲 $10 Materials Fee (All Supplies Provided)
👥 Beginners Welcome

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn new skills, meet fellow makers, and start your sewing journey in a supportive, creative environment.
Seats are limited — sign up today!

🔗 Register here: https://asgatlanta.org/event/sewing-101-expo/](https://asgatlanta.org/event/sewing-101-expo/)

💛 Hosted by the American Sewing Guild – Atlanta Chapter

Hi ASG Atlanta Chapter Family and Friends! Please help give a BIG THANK YOU and around applause to our Common Threads Fabric Sale Volunteers!

Thank you for making a difference at Common Threads Fabric Sale!!!

Volunteers 2026
Cathy Alby Stockton
Rhonda Bowling
Verlia Gower/husband Dave
Joi Bostic
Adele Swanson
Mary Blalock
Laura Southerland
Susan Marling
Sue Eisen
Karen Cleveland
Karen Lynch
Natalie Greene
Sandie Hendler
Rita Mantel
Marilyn Bowman
Margaret James
Karen DeGood
Sally Oakes/husband Tom
Michelle Cross
Fran Johnson
Terri Anne Paquibitan
Pam Howard
Rita Kennedy
Sheryl Belson

Joan Gleckler
Kay Kenimer
Cyndy Read
Eileen Davie
Lisa Milam/husband
Josephine Johnson
Nancy Stickell
Deanne Smith
Lorie Hughes
Norita Gorman
Dee Elder
Lucretia Hart
Becky Byrd
Becky Alexander
Gail Thompson
Marge Krengel
Kathy Gingras
Terry Erickson
Michelle Mulcahey
Jeanette Gogdell
Vivian Chen
Alisha Samples/husband

Curious about the **American Sewing Guild** and looking for a place to connect with others who love to sew? 🧵✨

Come check out our **Cu***ng Up Stitches Neighborhood Group** and see what ASG is all about!

Join us **Friday, August 21 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM** at **Thread Bear Fabrics** for this month’s topic: **Smocking**.

It’s a great opportunity to meet local sewists, learn something new, share ideas, and discover the many benefits of being part of the American Sewing Guild community.

📍 **Thread Bear Fabrics**
515 Sawnee Corners Blvd #500
Cu***ng, GA 30040

Whether you’re a beginner, an experienced sewist, or just getting back into sewing, we’d love for you to come learn more about ASG and our neighborhood groups.

**Come sew, connect, and be inspired!** 💜✂️
Learn more at www.asgatlanta.org

✨Junior Sewers — New Time, New Project! ✨
Our young makers are back and we’re kicking off September with a bright, colorful Binder Pouch project your kids will love! 🧵💛

📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 4:00–5:45 PM (new meeting time!)
📍 Atlanta Sewing Center – Marietta, GA
👧🧒 Ages 9+ • Beginners welcome

This hands‑on sewing session is perfect for creative kids who want to learn new skills, make friends, and build confidence at the machine. No registration needed, just reach out if your child would like to join us!

📬 Questions or interest:
[email protected]

Bring the creativity. We’ll bring the fabric fun. 💖✂️