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What is the Australian Sewing Guild?
The Australian Sewing Guild Inc. is a national non-profit organisation for people who regard sewing as a creative and rewarding activity. Sharing the benefits and joys of sewing is almost as much fun as sewing itself. The ASG provides the latest sewing information and a friendly support network for all level of sewers, from beginners to advanced.
Objectives
To share and further the art of sewing
To bring sewers together and encourage the establishment of sewing groups
To encourage and maintain a high standard of craftsmanship
To organise selective special events that promote sewing
To network with and support ASG members, liaising with other Guilds throughout Australia and overseas
To have inspirational displays and advice stands at sewing and craft related events
Benefits of Being a Member
As a Member of the ASG:
You will receive the National Newsletter quarterly, which keeps members informed of the latest events and news, Group and Regional activities and more.
Have the opportunity to attend the ASG Convention which encourages sharing and furthering the art of sewing.
May attend any Neighbourhood Group throughout Australia (even when on holidays).
Have access to the ASG website.
Have the opportunity to be part of the ASG travel programme.
Will receive mutual support and inspiration from others.
Discover sewing as a joy not a chore.
Darling Downs Region, Queensland – “Neighbourhood Groups”
“Looking Good” HIGHFIELDS
Meet at Highfields Cultural Centre, O’Brien Road, Highfields on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month at 9:30am – 3:30pm
Contact: Paulette Nicholson, 4633 7041 or Email
pauletteyvonne@y7mail.com
"Sewing Buddies" WILSONTON
Meet at Wilsonton State High School, North Street, Wilsonton every Saturday at 9:30am – 3:40pm, Contact: Jill Nothdurft 4638 4956 or Email
nothdurftjill2@y7mail.com
“Mums & Chicks”
Meet at Wilsonton State High School, North Street, Wilsonton on the 2nd & 4th Sundays at 12:30pm – 4:40pm, Contact: Kathryn Yates 0450 522 535 or Email
semele64@hotmail.com
‘The Sewing Bags’ OAKEY
Meet at Rhonda Creations, 178 Bridge Sttreet, Oakey on the 3rd Saturday of the month at 10:00am - 3:00pm, Contact Rosemary Owens 4691 3885 or Email
glensheeo1@bigpond.com
Regional Officer - Pat Turton
Phone 4698 7663 or Email lew.pat@bigpond.com
Queensland State Liaison Officer - Jan Bell
Phone 3279 5825 or Email janet.bell08@gmail.com
Expressions of Interest
We invite you to become a member and join in the fun, sharing the creativity of sewing. You are welcome to attend two sessions at a neighbourhood group before joining the Guild. To do so please ring the group leader of that group to let her know you are coming. Additional information regarding the Guild’s activities, guidelines and membership forms are available from www.aussew.org.au
Australian Sewing Guild Inc.
PO Box 553
Civic Square, Civic ACT 2608
Membership Fees
The ASG Membership year is from 1st May to 30th April.
Initial Membership is $55 for full year
Initial half year membership (1st November to 30th April) is $30
A renewal yearly Membership is $50
Junior Membership is $10 per year (Under 18 years, date of birth required)
Student membership is $10 per year (18-25 year, copy of student ID required)
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