Paganoonoo method to create an inventive and flattering t-shirt!
Start with an existing t-shirt that fits your upper body the way you like and get ready for upcycling magic.
We have a policy of not turning anyone away, who wants to attend. If you want to sew, however, you will be wise to reserve your place early.
2019 Retreat
We finished many projects over four days, including a suit jacket for the Padre. Fun, fabric, and food were had by all. Join us next year by signing up this summer....
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Road Trip to San Francisco
Our January Program has changed: We’re going on a Fabric Buying Road Trip to San FranciscoSaturday, January 26, 2019 Due to hall availability issues, our January program has changed. We’re now going on a fabric buying road trip to San Francisco! RSVP is required by this Friday, January 11. Please email Donna at ssfdonna@gmail.com or call 510-612-0749 to reserve your space.The size of the van we reserve will be determined by the number of people who RSVP, so be sure to respond by Friday.We will be traveling to San Francisco in...
read moreArtistry In Fashion Field Trip, Saturday, September 29, 2018
Canada College fashion Department Celebrates its 29th annual “Artistry In Fashion” Saturday, September 29, 2018. Noon-3PM Guest speaker Peggy Sagers will discuss pant fitting in Bldg 3, Room 255 during the Fashion Department Open House. 10 AM -4:M: Professional Designer Sale featuring 60+ designers selling clothing, jewelry, and fashions on the plaza. 11:00 AM: Designer Showcase/Fashion Show in the outdoor amphitheater. Noon-3PM Fashion Department Open House in Bldg 3, Room 255. View student projects and garments. $10.00 Donation....
read moreFall Stash Sale Saturday October 6 2018, 9 AM to 1 PM
It’s Back!! The Stash Sale Presented by: Walnut Creek/East Bay Chapter of the American Sewing Guild Remember? Great fabric and sewing related items at bargain basement prices. Saturday, October 6, 2018 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Odd Fellows Hall – 4349 Cowell Rd. Concord, CA Beautiful fabrics, patterns, yarns, notions, trims and much more, including 2 or 3 nice sewing machines, newly serviced and in good working order. We have moved our storage and want to take home as little as possible. You will find all kinds of goodies and terrific deals....
read moreCommunity Service – Sweet Dreams Quilt Pattern
Here is a year-round community service opportunity that allows you to share your love of sewing by making and donating quilts to those in need. Attached is a pattern for a quilt top that you can use to cut using your scraps. In addition, if you attend one of the Chapter’s program events, kits are cut and ready to take home. You are able to work on the quilt top and then return it to a monthly program, when it is completed. For more information on cutting and/or assembling these easy quilt tops for donation, please feel free to...
read moreYear-Round Community Service Opportunities
Here are just a few ways you can use your love of sewing year-round by donating your gifts to our community. Contra Costa County Regional Medical Center: One of the many programs the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) provides for its patients is the Layette Program. The program has been in operation for over 30 years and provides a new mother with basic essentials needed for their infants. The items provided in the layette include a blanket, receiving blanket, sleeper, onesie, cap, thermometer and baby toy. They have a group of...
read moreZippy Notions Bag
The Zippy Notions Bag is a multi-zippered bag with storage space in and between 2 zippered pockets and a convenient front tray. When the front tray lies down it becomes a handy place for your sewing notions which keep them contained while you sew. Stops tools from rolling away! PLEASE read the brochure and have your pieces cut before you arrive. Your preparation gives you a chance to actually finish this project by the end of the day. Zippy Notions Bag Brochure Click this button to access and download the Zippy Notions Bag Pattern: Zippy...
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