The ASG website now has a web page dedicated to ASG online! under the “Members Only” section for educational programs and events. We are beginning with classes for those brand new to sewing as well as those who are returning to the craft after years of working and raising families, having to put aside their favored hobby.

You will see a quarterly calendar with the class listings, along with brief class descriptions. Since these initial classes are geared for beginners and returning sewers, we will take an overview of topics necessary to get one started, then as we go along we will add classes that cover topics and projects in-depth for those who are more experienced. Please be patient as we initiate the process, but also send an e-mail telling us what you would like to see in future classes.

We relish the idea of providing a learning platform for our members. This will be a boon to membership. It provides a way of creating a new type of learning experience that is easy going, informal, yet covers the topic with all the necessary information. It provides those in outlying areas an opportunity to participate where they may not otherwise be able. Through the technology, we will be able to have guest educators--some “sewing stars” as well as those who are “stars” in their own areas and neighborhood groups.

We wish the nation were on one time zone! The decision we agonized over the most, believe it or not, was what time to present the “live” classes. We did what we thought best. The first beginning classes will be held “live” twice a week based on ASG Headquarter time. We wish we could please everyone, but remember the sessions are recorded. Due to limitations in server space we will only put one recorded session up for each class.