Australian Sewing Guild Ltd upcoming events

Add a Zipper to a Seam-Free Area (16 May 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Zippers are normally inserted in a seam, but it is possible to add a zipper to a seam-free area. In this class you will practice the centered overlap technique. The single overlap technique is very similar and will also be explained.

Tutor - Louise Sparrow

Format - Hands-on and Lecture

Time -

ACT, NSW, TAS, QLD, VIC - 2:00 PM

WA - 12:00 PM

NT - 12:30 PM

SA - 1:30 PM

Cost - ASG members - $7.50 | Non-members - $15

Online credit card payments only

Bribie Island Sewing Retreat (22 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Indulge in a long weekend of sewing. No cooking - all meals are provided.

Venue: House of Happiness, 2 Clement Street, Woorim, Bribie Island

Cost: Members - $220 | Non-members - $270 (incl GST)

EVENT FULLY BOOKED
Contact the organiser to go on a wait-list

Event organiser - Manuela Trabi (ozgaitedhorses@gmail.com)

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Interfacing 101 (20 Jun 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

To new sewers, interfacing is mysterious. Beginner sewers may not realize that there is a world of interfacing varieties. For experienced sewers, it is smart to refresh your understanding of the types and applications. Each type has a specific purpose, and once you know how to select the right one, you’ll be amazed by the improvements in your garments and other projects.

To maximise the flow of information, please email any questions you may have to the tutor at louise.sparrow@bigpond.com before the class.

Tutor - Louise Sparrow

Format - Lecture

Time -

ACT, NSW, TAS, QLD, VIC - 2:00 PM

WA - 12:00 PM

NT - 12:30 PM

SA - 1:30 PM

Cost - ASG members - $7.50 | Non-members - $15

Online credit card payments only

Applique Skirt Sew-Along (1 Jul 2026)

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Let your creativity shine in this sew-along. A simple bell-shaped skirt becomes something special with applique, lace and bias binding. You will learn to:

draft a skirt using just 2 measurements
sew in-seam pockets with French seam finishes
insert a zipper into a seamless section

A guide for design will be provided, but you’re encouraged to improvise and add your own personal touch.

Cost: Free for members | Non-members - $35

Instructions will be emailed to you on 1 July 2026

Low-Profile Welt Pocket (22 Jul 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

There are those who love to make bound buttonholes, single- and double-welt pockets and other couture details, and there are those who put the pattern back in the drawer when they see such things.

In this class you will learn a simple technique for sewing a single-welt pocket with just two pattern pieces. This style of pocket is best suited to unlined, casual garments.

Tutor - Louise Sparrow

Format - Hands-on

Time -

ACT, NSW, TAS, QLD, VIC - 2:00 PM

WA - 12:00 PM

NT - 12:30 PM

SA - 1:30 PM

Cost - ASG members - $7.50 | Non-members - $15

Online credit card payments only

Inset Corners (15 Aug 2026)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Inset corners can appear in many areas of a garment—such as cut-on shawl collars, inset panels, and godets. Creating a clean, sharp corner can be tricky. In this class, you’ll learn two effective techniques for constructing inset corners, along with methods to stabilise them and prevent stretching or fraying.

Tutor - Louise Sparrow
Format - Hands-on

Time -

ACT, NSW, TAS, QLD, VIC - 2:00 PM

WA - 12:00 PM

NT - 12:30 PM

SA - 1:30 PM

Cost - ASG members - $7.50 | Non-members - $15

Online credit card payments only