Ready ... Set ... Sew!

Location
Portland, OR 45.52-122.64 97214US
Meetups
14 so far
Members
154 Sewists
Rating
The Portland Sewing Circle 4.50 4.5041
Meetup topics
Founded
June 6, 2009

Do you love to sew?
. . Do you want to take your skills up to the next level?
. . . . Do you want inspiration, aspiration, and just a touch of peer pressure?

Whether you're just cutting out your first commercial pattern or you're an experienced designer ... whether you want to create an edgier look or a more modest one ... whether you call yourself crafty or couture, the Sewing Circle is for you.

WHEN? We meet 1 or 2 times a month, alternating between a weeknight (usually 6-8) and Saturday afternoon (2-5).

WHERE? Currently we are alternating between SE Portland and Tigard.

WHAT TO BRING? It depends! Some meetings are focused on fitting: for those, just bring the pattern pieces, either tissue or fabric, or the basted garment. Other meetings are hands-on, with a few machines provided but space to bring your own machine. Some meetings have a specific theme, with specific things to bring. Usually, a few members bring handwork to do as we chat, and we always have a few Burda and Ottobre magazines and tracing paper so that you can trace a new pattern. I'll always email a day or 2 before a meeting to remind you of the specific things to bring.

WHY JOIN? Well....
* Measure and pin-fit more accurately with a second set of hands
* Tissue fit and flat-fit patterns
* Make a personalized croquis
* Trade patterns, notions, and fabric
* Plan SWAPs and create storyboards & inspiration boards
* Trace Burda WOFs and make a WOF lending library
* Make duct tape doubles and Saran Wrap slopers
* Sew-alongs
* Technique clinics: "Zipper Clinic," "Lining Clinic," etc
* Meet great new people
* Learn something new, every time!

So don't procrastinate -- join up and RSVP NOW! Check out the polls and join in on the discussions.

My name is Davina and I hope I'll see you soon!

Our next MeetupSewing Studio Saturday

Where?
840 SE Washington St
Portland, OR 97214
Who’s coming?
3 Yes / 8 Maybe

Want to attend?

Everyone, I'm very excited to tell you about this meetup. Tonight is our inaugural meeting at:

PDX Seamsters Your Drop-In Sewing Studio

located at 840 SE Washington St Portland, OR 97214.

PDX Seamsters is run by Emily Horton, who has her own line of clothing, teaches sewing, and is a brand-new Sewing Circle member! I'm quite excited about our new venue and I'm sure you will be, too. Read more

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What's new?

  • Nov 10
    • New discussion
      Started by jaiden athanassias.
    • New member
      “I'm organizing a holiday charity craft fair at Clark College, for 3 local animal charities on December 1st & 2nd. I'm looking for donations of craft or art items for the sale. Anything that doesn't sell will be returned to the donator.”
  • Nov 9
    • New member
      “I love to sew but do very basic projects”
    • New member
      “Just bought my first sewing machine and want some help breaking it in.”
  • Nov 6
    • New member
      “I'm a novice at sewing, but I'd really like to learn.”
  • Nov 5
    • New poll
      Opened by Davina Ramirez.
    • New member
    • New member
      “I like sewing with a passion and enjoy finding new projects to create. It's great to find a group of people who also like to to sew! I took my interest to a new level for 3.5 years as a costumer for an opera company and had sew much fun!”