Peggy Abney December has arrived, and with it comes the excitement of the holiday season! Our Sew-N-Sews members are busy creating wonderful, handmade gifts and festive projects. This is a joyful time for sharing creativity, learning new techniques, and connecting with friends. Sew-N-Sews is offering many opportunities to try something new or refresh your skills,…
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November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Sew-N-Sews Stitch Together a Season of Creativity and Community
Peggy Abney The Sew-N-Sews October meeting was a lively gathering filled with inspiration, laughter, and exciting plans for the remainder of 2025. With attendance high and enthusiasm even higher, members were treated to a special presentation by local favorite Jan Kohlstedt who showcased her imaginative use of the Cricut machine. Jan wowed the crowd with…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Fall Welcomes Back the Sew-N-Sews!
Peggy Abney As the Arizona heat begins to mellow and our beloved snowbirds return, the Sew-N-Sews sewing club is back in full swing! Our first meeting of the season on Sept. 10 was a lively reunion, with a fantastic turnout and plenty of laughter, creativity, and inspiration. To kick off the season, members participated in…
August 2025, Front Page
Rotary and Sew-N-Sews Collaborate
Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Director, and Ann Diamond It was a “second childhood” experience as Rotary Club of Sun Lakes (RCSL) Rotarians and Sew-N-Sews members met to assemble wardrobes for dolls to be donated to Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels, an agency working with pediatric cancer patients in Phoenix. Sun Lakes Sew-N-Sews locates and…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Sew-N-Sews News
Peg Abney The summer months are keeping members of the Sew-N-Sews groups busy making beautiful craft items. During June and July, several fun classes were held and were well attended. A Jelly Roll Rug class was led by Sheilah Buscaglia on June 27, with some pretty rugs being made from just 2-1/2-inch fabric strips. Découpage…
July 2025, Clubs & Classes
Sew-N-Sews
Peg Abney As the summer heat settles over Sun Lakes, Ariz., the Sew-N-Sews sewing club continues to keep its threads woven with creativity, even during the off-season. While the club typically takes a break from regular monthly meetings over the summer, the spirit of sewing remains alive with special interest groups and summer workshops. At…
June 2025, Generals
Sew-N-Sews
Peg Abney May marks the final monthly meeting as we pause for the summer. At a recent meeting, members were able to vote on areas of interest to help with the 2026 season planning. The top areas of interest were Wool Embroidery, Quilting, and several of our special interest groups. Sew-N-Sews has a lot to…
Clubs & Classes, May 2025
Sew-N-Sews Creativity Goes On and On
Eileen Turner Sun Lakes Sew-N-Sews (SNS) members continue to have a fun time at their meetings! Jan Maresh presented an inspiring program on the very on-trend topic of upcycling clothing. As a member of the SNS Garment Gusto group, Jan encouraged the Garment Gusto gals to create their own upcycled garments to share at the…
May 2025, Clubs & Classes
IronOaks Oakwood Arts and Crafts Center Open House a Success!
Sarah Marks The Oakwood Country Club Arts and Crafts Center is a hub of creativity and home to more than 20 different arts and crafts clubs. This vibrant center recently held an Open House on April 12 showcasing the amazing work being done. The Sun Lakes Rock, Gem, Silver, Glass & Creative Crafts Club joined…
April 2025, Clubs & Classes
Sew-N-Sews’ Egg-citing Month!
Eileen Turner The 2024-25 season has been an egg-stra egg-citing year. The Sew-N-Sews season progresses with new projects, some nearing completion and others still in progress. It’s exciting to see goals met or exceeded as in the case of Pads4Paws and Children’s Charities. Both have been very successful this year through the generosity of the…