L
et's face it, the world of sewing
really has changed. The
mechanics of sewing remain the
same, but the options to talk,
learn and enjoy sewing have
expanded faster than a bias-cut hem! There
are now sewing bloggers writing tutorials,
sewing vloggers (video loggers) uploading
how-to videos, commercial online lessons
and more indie (independent) pattern
makers. You can get an online sewing fi x
via Facebook, Twitter, tumblr, Instagram,
Reddit, fl ickr, Bloglovin and more. There
is a new breed of solo sewers who are
teaching themselves to sew through online
connections. In fact, I'm one of them!
This new sewing world encourages
connection on a number of levels and
the ASG is certainly moving in the right
direction! Going to an ASG group and
spending time with people who share your
passion just can't be beaten. As a younger,
newer sewer I jumped up and down with
glee at all the knowledge in the room.
When I found the ASG, I found a home.
But of course, the internet and social media
still beckoned ...
That's where the ASG has really picked
up the pace! A new look website started
things rolling and was quickly followed by
an exponentially growing Pinterest site, more
blog posts from around Australia and even a
fashion parade YouTube video. The icing on
the cake is an exciting new Industry Partners
Program that incorporates social media
and blogging! And more exciting things are
around the corner ...
Membership organisations are facing
challenges. There are so many online
options and more than ever before,
people want to squeeze more out of their
memberships. I am all for catching up,
learning and chatting online but nothing can
beat that 'in person' feeling. So, if you are
reading this and wondering about the Guild,
you can fi nd us online in a few places. And
you can visit an ASG group near you! We
would love to see you. You can go to two
ASG meetings before joining, so give it a
whirl! Or just stalk our Facebook page ...
http://www.aussew.org.au
http://www.pinterest.com/ASGAustralia
http://www.facebook.com/AustralianSewingGuildInc