Monday, February 16, 2009

Judith Adams Workshop

A great time was had by all at the Judith Adams Workshop Hosted by Birmingham Smocking Arts Guild! I could only make it to the "Little Princess Pincushion" Class that was held on Friday night. This class goes fast (Judith would not let us take breaks.... ;-) She is a slave driver! LOL! We could not even go to the potty!!!! Well, we could if we needed to. ) We really got a lot done on this project. It also incorporated 'Vertical Smocking' and another vertical stitch that is Judith's own. Or at least, no one else has done it, so she can claim it. :-D


Guild President Darlene, Judith Adams & our hostess Charlotte


Judith's sample along with our beautiful BSAGA fob made by Sandi! Thank you Sandi!


See how much of the Pincushion that we got done!!! I just love this color of blue. And this silk is so nice to work with. I believe it is a type of shantung. Our kits came complete with silk cascade thread that Judith carries on her website and Mill House Beads. And off course the needles that we needed. Judith also has the needles special made and you can purchase them from her as well.

Thank you Charlotte for hosting us in your home.

Hopefully someone will post a report and photos about the Christening Gown Workshop that was Saturday and Sunday.

Friday, January 16, 2009

January Meeting Rescheduled!

Please Take Note! January's Meeting has been rescheduled to this coming Wed, January 21st. All the details will remain as before. Please remember to RSVP with Darlene! You will be able to do so by email. Just click the link at the end of this post.

The meeting will be held at the home of Guild President, Darlene Graham. We will go out to lunch afterwards followed by a field trip to Martha's Heirlooms. We will have several options for lunch in Trussville and then can head directly over to Martha's.
We do not have a specific program planned for this month's meeting as we had decided that this year we would work on all those unfinished projects we have accumulated. However, Darlene will appreciate knowing if you are planning on attending as would like to set up chairs downstairs {in the huge, beautiful sewing room...} where the light is best. She will also have her sewing machines available if someone needs to do a bit of sewing on their project. Or you are welcome to bring your own. Also, please let Darlene know if you would like to come with us to Martha's as we believe Martha would probably appreciate prior warning if we will have a fairly large group descending on her at one time.
We can discuss lunch options at the meeting. The Trussville exit we would take to go to Martha's has fast foods, Firehouse Subs, Subway and John's Diner (a higher end option - Darlene has a copy of their menu for perusal).

To RSVP and directions, please email Darlene by clicking HERE.

Saturday, January 10, 2009

January Meeting

Our regularly scheduled monthly meeting is the coming Wed, Jan 14, beginning at 9:30. The meeting will be held at the home of Guild President, Darlene Graham. We will go out to lunch afterwards followed by a field trip to Martha's Heirlooms. We will have several options for lunch in Trussville and then can head directly over to Martha's.
I do not have a specific program planned for this month's meeting as we had decided that this year we would work on all those unfinished projects we have accumulated. However, Darlene will appreciate knowing if you are planning on attending as would like to set up chairs downstairs {in the huge, beautiful sewing room...} where the light is best. She will also have her sewing machines available if someone needs to do a bit of sewing on their project. Or you are welcome to bring your own. Also, please let Darlene know if you would like to come with us to Martha's as we believe Martha would probably appreciate prior warning if we will have a fairly large group descending on her at one time.
We can discuss lunch options at the meeting. The Trussville exit we would take to go to Martha's has fast foods, Firehouse Subs, Subway and John's Diner (a higher end option - Darlene has a copy of their menu for perusal).

To RSVP and directions, please email Darlene by clicking HERE.

Saturday, November 1, 2008

Children's Hospital Festival of Trees (2nd Posting)

Once again, BSAGA's tree has already been 'bid' on and purchased! Thank you Motion Industries! They have also donated the tree back to Children's Hospital NICU along with all of the Wee Care and Preemie Gowns that we have made to adorn the tree. The NICU will be festive for the Christmas Season and the babies will be well dressed!

We need volunteers to help put up and decorate the tree. And if you have any additional preemie or Wee Care Gowns for the tree, Sandi can always use a few more to decorate with.

The day and time to decorate is Sunday November 9th arriving between 1-2. You can unload (if you have anything to unload) in the circle and park in the deck. Your parking will be validated (free). And we should be finished by the time the Preview Party begins at 5:30. The preview party is casual with light refreshments. Everyone is welcome. For more information email Sandi by clicking HERE


Children's Hospital NICU

Our Guild has also been given 2 tickets to the Gala that will be Saturday November 1st. Any Guild member who has made and donated Wee Care or Preemie Gowns to decorate our Tree with or plans to help decorate the tree on Sunday the 9th is welcome to the tickets. It is a formal affair. Sandi has the tickets. The first guild member who qualifies and contacts her gets them! To email Sandi, click HERE

Friday, October 31, 2008

Children's Hospital Festival of Trees

Once again, BSAGA's tree has already been 'bid' on and purchased! Thank you Motion Industries! They have also donated the tree back to Children's Hospital NICU along with all of the Wee Care and Preemie Gowns that we have made to adorn the tree. The NICU will be festive for the Christmas Season and the babies will be well dressed!

We need volunteers to help put up and decorate the tree. And if you have any additional preemie or Wee Care Gowns for the tree, Sandi can always use a few more to decorate with.

The day and time to decorate is Sunday November 9th arriving between 1-2. You can unload (if you have anything to unload) in the circle and park in the deck. Your parking will be validated (free). And we should be finished by the time the Preview Party begins at 5:30. The preview party is casual with light refreshments. Everyone is welcome. For more information email Sandi by clicking HERE


Children's Hospital NICU

Our Guild has also been given 2 tickets to the Gala that will be Saturday November 1st. Any Guild member who has made and donated Wee Care or Preemie Gowns to decorate our Tree with or plans to help decorate the tree on Sunday the 9th is welcome to the tickets. It is a formal affair. Sandi has the tickets. The first guild member who qualifies and contacts her gets them! To email Sandi, click HERE.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

National Convention Was a Blast!

And as usual, Sandi won many raffle baskets! The lady who won our basket just loved her basket. Apparently, our basket was a favorite! I was beautiful. I did not get a photo of it until it had been unwrapped and picked... But it was still very beautiful. Darlene and Charlotte did a great job putting it together.

Great Food!


Great Fellowship!


Great Projects!

Have not yet loaded all my photos. Will post more later!

Monday, September 15, 2008

Last Week's Meeting and Sit 'n Sew

We had a great meeting last week and Friday's Sit 'n Sew at Melina's house was just wonderful! Melina is a perfect hostess. I forgot my camera so I used Melina's. When she emails me the photos, I will post them.

Maja Clayton came to our meeting wearing the adult Elsa blouse. It looks great! Again, wish I had taken a photo.... Maja is supposed to take one and post one soon. The Elsa is a new pattern is now available in shops and online. The child's and teen version is shown on her site. (See links to the left.)

National Convention is a month away!!! We are getting our raffle basket together. Christening Gown is the theme. All White is the color. Fill free to go stash diving to contribute. We will also need floss, thread, chocolates (what do you think about white chocolate?), laces, fabrics, plates etc. Be creative. Think of what a new mom or grandmother would want or like to have.

Darlene will post more on this later on. Meanwhile, pick up anything you think might be nice and that you would be willing to contribute!

Big Thank You to Thimbles for allowing us to use their class room for the September meeting.

Happy Sewing,
Melissa