Welcome to the Indianapolis Chapter of the American Sewing Guild!
Welcome to the Indianapolis Chapter of the American Sewing Guild! Our chapter consists of 200+ members from 10 central Indiana counties. Our members are sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels and represent a variety of sewing interests. We are eager to share our expertise and knowledge of sewing with others!
Our chapter is a part of the larger American Sewing Guild and consists of smaller Neighborhood Groups (NGs). The Indianapolis Chapter has 16 NGs that meet monthly at different times and different locations. The program for each NG is planned by the NG participants and addresses the sewing interests of that specific NG. As an American Sewing Guild member, you are welcome to visit and participate in any of our NGs as your schedule allows. We have groups that meet in the morning, afternoon, and evening. A list of Neighborhood Groups is here.
We hope you join the American Sewing Guild and take advantage of what the national organization offers to sewing enthusiasts and what the Indianapolis Chapter of the American Sewing Guild in particular offers you to support your interest and enthusiasm for sewing.
Melissa Miller
Email: president@indyasg.org
Share – Connect – Inspire
Some of the many benefits of becoming a member of the Indianapolis Chapter:
- Regular meetings, both in-person & via Zoom
- Educational programs, classes, and workshops
- Ask questions, ask for advise, and share tips with people who like to sew
- Sewing-related service projects benefiting our local community
- Social events
- Bus trips, shopping excursions, and fabric sales
- Annual luncheon and fashion show
- Make new friends...discover people who live near you who like to sew too!
Join A Neighborhood Group
Informal Meetings
Groups meet in the mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Membership entitles you to attend as many meetings as you like.
Members With Common Interests
We love to sew! Garments…quilts…home dec…it’s all good.
There’s A Neighborhood Group Near You
To view the most current list of Indianapolis area Neighborhood Groups and their descriptions, click the button.
Announcements
Thank You from Refuge, Inc
Also known as R.E.F.U.G.E. Family Services
Where Kids Come First.
The R.E.F.U.G.E. (Resource Environment for Underprivileged Groups Enterprise) is a level 11 hands-off Mental Health Residential Facility for delinquent and at-risk youths ages 6-17. The goal of the R.E.F.U.G.E. is to offer a therapeutic environment that is conducive to meeting the needs of our clients. The goal of...
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Search for ‘ASG INDY’ on Facebook to find us. Show your sewing photos, ask questions, share your thoughts. Our Facebook group is open to the public. JOIN the GROUP!! This group is for the benefit of all who want to share their sewing news, accomplishments, and experiences.
Tips and Tricks
Looking For Someone to Service Your Machine?
The topic “Where can I get my machine serviced?” has been a conversation topic at many Neighborhood Group meetings. There are several, which are listed below.
Can you add to the list, or are there errors? If so, please contact...
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Upcoming Events
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Raleigh Convention Center, 500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601
5/1 - 5/3/2025
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9am - 12:30pm, Johnson County Public Library, Clark Pleasant Branch, 350 Clearwater Blvd, Whiteland, IN 46184
Join us for sewing fun and fellowship!
Invite a friend or two to join us in the Community Room.
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Invite a friend or two to join us.
Northeast Side Community Sew
9:30am, 9094 E. 131st Street, Fishers, IN 46060
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