American Sewing Guild (ASG)

Visit our blog Visit the ASG Facebook page Visit ASG on Pinterest Visit ASG's YouTube channel Visit ASG on Instagram
  • Home
  • Join ASG
    • Join Online
    • Chapter Locations
    • Member Benefits
    • Member Brochure
    • Join by Mail
  • Conference & Education
    • ASG Conference
  • Resources
    • Contests & Awards
    • Giving Back
    • Hall of Fame
    • Links
    • Travel and Tours
    • Measurement Chart
  • Shop
    • ASG Store
    • Chapter Products
    • Video Resources
  • Blog
  • About
    • About Us
    • ASG Sensitivity Statement
    • FAQ’s
    • Start a Chapter
  • Contact
  • Member Login
    • Login First!
    • Members Only
    • Leadership Only
    • Website FAQ’s
    • Logout
  •  

December 27, 2021

How to Use a Rolled Hem Foot

Watch this short video to learn how to use a rolled hem foot.  ~Sheryl Belson

Tagged With: hem, sewing machine foot

August 11, 2021

Using a Wing Needle

Wing needle video cover photo

Do you know how to use a wing needle? This 1 minute video gives you a sneak peak on using this specialty needle 

August 4, 2021

Fireside Chat: Sarah McFarland from Threads Magazine

Enjoy our 40 minute chat with Sarah McFarland of Threads Magazine. Shara shares her journey to her role as Editorial Director, as well as the incredible opportunity she has to mingle with some of the greatest talents the sewing world has to offer.   ~Sheryl Belson

Tagged With: Threads Magazine, video

June 23, 2021

How To Use a Bamboo Point Turner

In this short sewing basics video, we show you how to use a bamboo point turner. If you think this tool is only used for one thing, think again! See what else it can do and why you need it in your sewing space.  ~Sheryl Belson  

Tagged With: point turner, sewing basics

June 13, 2021

Sewing Basics: Sewing Machine Terms

It’s National Sewing Machine Day! Spend 17 minutes with us in this video and learn about 6 different parts of your sewing machine. Want to learn more? If you aren’t a member already, we hope you’ll consider joining ASG — we would love to meet and sew with you! ~Sheryl Belson

Tagged With: bobbin, feed dog, hand wheel, presser foot, sewing machine, thread spool

May 26, 2021

Fireside Chat: Sisters in Stitches

Sisters in Stitches promo image

Join us for a lovely 35 minute chat with Sisters in Stitches Joined by the Cloth. We think you will enjoy hearing them talk about how they journal their stories of grief, ancestral history and all sorts of storytelling through the fiber art of quilting.  ~Sheryl Belson

Tagged With: fiber arts, quilting, quilts

March 31, 2021

Fireside Chat: Shankari Paradee

We hope you enjoy this 25 minute chat with Shankari (a.k.a. Sewl Sister) as she talks about making quilts and memory bears with a plan for zero waste. Her goal is to live in a world with no landfill fabric. We think you will enjoy her story and be inspired! Visit the Sewl Sister website […]

Tagged With: fabric, memory bears, quilt

March 17, 2021

Fireside Chat: Olivia Mears

Enjoy this 30 minute Fireside Chat to hear how Olivia Mears ignites her creativity to create ball gowns from Christmas wrapping paper, Taco Bell sauce packets, and more! Visit Olivia’s website at avant-geek.com ~Sheryl Belson

Tagged With: cosplay, costume, costume design

March 1, 2021

Fireside Chat: Ann Williamson

We are talking with handmade designer of women’s apparel, Ann Williamson. Ann is sure to get your creative juices flowing full force. Watch our 30 minute chat to learn about her creative process, her love of kimono silk, and her fun interaction with Ruth Bader Ginsberg.  ~Sheryl Belson

January 27, 2021

Native American Sewing with ASG member, Debbie Baker

In this 30 minute interview, American Sewing Guild member, Debbie Baker, talks with Sheryl Belson about her journey into learning about her heritage with the Choctaw Nation and learning to make Choctaw apparel, including the meaning behind the designs. ~Sheryl Belson

Tagged With: Choctaw Nation, Native American sewing

December 16, 2020

Fireside Chat: Marcy Harriell, Oonaballoona

Sheryl Belson, from the American Sewing Guild, spoke with actress, singer, sewing blogger and all around merry-maker, Marcy Harriell (a.k.a Oonaballoona). We’re sure you’ll love our 40 minute chat with this delightfully funny and wonderfully talented lady!  ~Sheryl Belson

November 23, 2020

Ginger Joins ASG

A new member talks about her experience in joining ASG and about how she loves the education, friendships and tips. Welcome, Ginger! ~Sheryl Belson

November 20, 2020

Sewing Basics: Fabric Terms

Weaving

What is the one item that you absolutely must have for every sewing project you will ever do? It’s fabric, of course! Since the fabric you choose will have a significant impact on how your finished project turns out, it can help to have an understanding of how fabric is woven so that you can […]

Tagged With: fabric, selvadge, sewing basics, video, weave, weaving

November 16, 2020

National Button Day

November 16 is National Button Day! Buttons can be utilitarian, decorative, functional, collector’s item, or works of art and this special day is a celebration of buttons, whether they are in a tin in a drawer, attached to a garment, or displayed in a competition. National Button Day was founded in 1938 by the National […]

October 11, 2020

Fireside Chat: Anita Morris, Anita by Design

Anita Morris

In this video, Sheryl Belson interviewed Anita Morris from Anita by Design. You will love Anita’s exuberance, authenticity, joy and sparkling smile! She shares her passion for helping people learn to sew, her unique way of planning her sewing projects, as well as how she has weathered some of life’s hardest moments. This chat is […]

Tagged With: learn to sew, sewing educator

  • 1
  • 2
  • Next Page »

Become a Member

Join the only national organization dedicated to Advancing Sewing as an Art and Life Skill.

Join Now button

In Person Conference

New York City
July 27-31, 2023

New York Hilton Midtown
1335 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10019
CURRENTLY SOLD OUT
Sign up on the hotel Wait List

ASG Conference is open to members and non-members. Access to the vendor hall is FREE!

Blog Article Categories

  • ASG Conference
  • Chapter Stories
  • Embroidery
  • Fitting
  • Learn to Sew
  • National Sewing Month
  • Products, Books, & Patterns
  • Projects
  • Quilting
  • Sewing
  • Sewing Techniques
  • Sewing Tips
  • Sewing Tours
  • Videos
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy

American Sewing Guild
National Headquarters
9660 Hillcroft, Suite 510
Houston TX 77096
713-729-3000 | 713-721-9230 Fax
www.ASG.org

ASG wordcloud - education, conference, discounts, videos, special offers, tours and more

Copyright © 1998–2023 · American Sewing Guild · All Rights Reserved