What we’re about
This is a group for anyone who is interested in taking their sewing, quilting, embroidery, or machine skills to the next level with exposure to events and workshops led by subject matter experts in their sewing specialty.
The Northern Virginia Chapter of the American Sewing Guild is composed of Neighborhood Groups which allow sewists with different interests to learn more and expand their mastery amongst a group of fellow enthusiasts. We also do sewing projects for charity and community support. Previous projects have included quilts for Quilts of Valor, duffle bags for children in foster care, and dresses for girls in the Appalachians. We have sewn dresses for "Dress a Girl Around the World." Currently, each Neighborhood Group has selected a charity to sew for this year.
Neighborhood group meetings are held during weekdays, evenings, and even weekends so sewists can find groups that fit their busy schedules. Meetings generally last 1- 1 1/2 hours with a presentation on some topic, show-and-tell of member projects, and discussion and/or assistance with other members who have sewing questions.
- Alexandria Seamsters: This NG focuses on garment sewing.
- Fairfax Seams Sew Fun: This NC focuses on garment sewing.
- Kingstowne Clothiers: This NG focuses on garment sewing with special attention to fitting.
- Springfield Sharing Threads: This NG focuses on garment sewing with attention to fitting issues.
- Woodbridge Sewcial Club: This NG focuses on upcycling and recycling efforts. No fast fashion here!
- Sterling Sew-n-Sews: This NG focuses on a variety of sewing specialties.
- Shenandoah Valley Girls: This NG focuses on a variety of sewing specialties.
- Wearable Arts: This NG focuses on wearable art---whether clothing or accessories.
- Many members of ASG NOVA support the Maker Space at Pohick Regional Public Library.
Additional details about our Neighborhood Groups may be found on our website: https://asgnova.blogspot.com
The American Sewing Guild is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to sewing as an art and life skill. We'd love to have you join our group and see what we're about!