Pat Kovarik We’re back again hoping to see you at our first Sew-N-Sews meeting of the new year. Actually, it’s not New Year, but the start of our new year. Our year starts in September, and we go through May. Our meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in…
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Clubs & Classes, August 2018
Dolly Dressers donate to underprivileged
Five members attended the July meeting. It was a workshop meeting. We all made American Girl (18” doll) sandals. It was a fun meeting. Arlene and Darby supplied kits and many supplies for the sandals. Although some of us are not too “crafty,” we all had fun and produced some cute sandals. Seven shopping bags…
Clubs & Classes, April 2018
Sew-N-Sews news
Pat Kovarik Today’s message is a reminder to the members of Sew-N-Sews that April 11 is the date of our annual luncheon. We usually have this in May; however, we’re hoping that more of the members will be able to attend before “flying off” to cooler climates. Sign-up for the luncheon was at the…
Clubs & Classes, March 2018
Sew-N-Sews news
Pat Kovarik We have another interesting and informative program planned for our March 14 meeting. Pam and Kay from Mulqueen’s Sewing will give us information on interfacing and stabilizers. What is the difference between the two? How do you determine which type to use? How best to use it? Did I hit on a…
Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Sew-N-Sews to meet February 14
Pat Kovarik Did you attend the January meeting of the Sew-N-Sews? Our speaker at that meeting was from one of our SIGs (Special Interest Groups), the Dolly Dressers. We learned all about what they do, where the dolls come from, how they are prepared and, finally, where they go after their “beauty makeover.” What an…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Sew-n-Sews news
Pat Kovarik Welcome to the New Year. Have you made resolutions? Is one of them to do things you want to do rather than things you have to do? Is one of those “want to do” to be more creative, be challenged, just have fun? Well the Sew-N-Sews is a good fit for you.…
Generals, November 2017
Comfort pillows available
Are you or a loved one anticipating surgery for breast cancer? If so, Sun Lakes Country Club has a special gift for your post-op recovery. Comfort Pillows are available free of charge and provided by the generosity of many women volunteers in our community, including the Sun Lakes Women’s Association and the Sew-N-Sews. This pillow…
Clubs & Classes, November 2017
Sew-N-Sews news
Pat Kovarik Were you able to attend the Community Days last month? If you were, you probably saw the display of beautiful items created by Sew-N-Sew members. This is a very talented group! Are you interested in learning more about the Sew-N-Sews? Are you in need of inspiration to get those creative juices flowing? Or…
Clubs & Classes, October 2017
Sew-N-Sews news
Pat Kovarik You see the Sew-N-Sews name and article every month. Do you ever wonder what we do or what we’re about? Why don’t you come and see? We do all sorts of sewing: garments, quilts, embroidery, and we even have beading classes; we’re always learning new things or new ways of doing “old” things.…
Clubs & Classes, October 2017
Sew-N-Sews class update
Pat Kovarik The Sew-N-Sews, a club for anyone interested in any type of needlework, will be offering the following classes for members in October: Beginning applique featuring a seasonal towel of the month; beginning quilting featuring a table runner, microwave bowl pads and a heart-shaped pot holder. There are three beading classes to choose from,…