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July 2025 Monday Muse
2025-07-21 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
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Our monthly just-for-fun Zoom schmoozefest!
Log-in details are sent via email to all Active PenWAG Members

August 2025: Dress A Girl Around The World : (Sewing for Others)
2025-08-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Saratoga Senior Center, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
DRESS A GIRL AROUND THE WORLD
A PenWAG Community Project

• Want to be a part of a fun super-easy charity project?
• Want one that doesn’t require you to haul a sewing machine or other large equipment?
• Want the opportunity to see and socialize with other members and friends?
• … and create something invaluable for girls all over the world?

DRESS A GIRL AROUND THE WORLD
is a project to gift a girl with a pretty new dress – maybe their first ever – and instill pride and confidence for that child to thrive. Thousands of dresses have been sent to over 80 countries.

EASY PEASY– Sewing machines, irons, will already be set up.
Just walk in, grab a kit with a precut
dress, and sew.
Take the opportunity to chat with your friends. Make new friends!

Our own Ronda Chaney has
made almost 100 dresses! She’s very passionate about creating these, knowing the difference they make
in the girls’ lives.
WATCH RONDA’S SHORT VIDEO INVITATION,

HOW TO PARTICIPATE – Click on this link to go to the signup form
Sign up form is just to get an estimate of materials we will provide. Bring your personal tools
(scissors, ripper, pins, etc, plus any odds & ends of laces and trims) and a sense of sharing and fun.

Saturday August 9
10am to 3pm – any hours in between
Saratoga Senior Center – 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga
(Oak Room, adjacent to the Senior Center where we usually meet)
N O N -M E M B E R S A R E W E LC O M E !

August 9, 2024: 10AM-3PM PDT
There will be also casual online Zoom connection available to all active PenWAG members.
There is NO COST to participate in this Sewing For Others project for members or guests, but we ask that you sign up in advance via this form!

August 2025 Monday Muse
2025-08-18 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
Our monthly just-for-fun Zoom schmoozefest!
Log-in details are sent via email to all Active PenWAG Members

September 2025 Meeting | Stash Exchange!
2025-09-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Saratoga Senior Center, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
The Stash Exchange!

Our annual opportunity to reduce (or grow) your stash of materials and hobnob with fellow PenWAG members!
September 13, 2025: 10AM-noon PST
Saratoga Senior Center
This is an in-person event, free to all active PenWAG members.
(Open to the public at 11AM)
Guests may join; a $10 contribution is requested to help defray our costs
$10.00Add to cart

September 2025 Monday Muse
2025-09-15 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

October 2025 Webinar | Carolyn Soto, Peter Anning and Judi Seip: Japanese Textiles, Culture, and Travel
2025-10-11 10:30 - 13:00 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
Japanese textiles, culture and travels
A presentation featuring PenWAG members Carolyn Soto, Peter Anning and Judi Seip

note: Harriett Riddell has had to cancel her 2025 appearance. PenWAG intends to invite her again in the near future!
October 11, 2025: 10:30-noon PST
Online Zoom presentation
NOTE THAT THIS IS AN ONLINE ONLY MEETING, contrary to previous notes on this page.
This is a Zoom webinar, free to all active PenWAG members.
Guests may join; a $10 contribution is requested to help defray our costs
$10.00Add to cart

October 2025 Monday Muse
2025-10-20 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

November 2025 Simulcast | Pamela Schneider: Exploring Lagenlook
2025-11-08 10:30 - 13:00 | Saratoga Senior Center with Simulcast, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
Pamela Schneider
Exploring Lagenlook: Developing your own layered Wardrobe
Pamela’s area of interest is the Lagen or Layered look, anywhere from the Bohemian voluminous, floating layers. to a more contained androgynous look, to the avant-garde look of designer Rundholz. Specifically, she has developed her own take on Lagenlook and created a wardrobe using patterns from Tina Givens and other independent pattern designers. Using one or a combination of layered looks, she encourages individuals to show up in the world as they wish to be seen — including integrating their personal fiber interests such as beading, weaving, stitching. upcycling, mending/boro, mark making, or other unique textile techniques into their created garments.
As part of the presentation Pamela will be doing a free motion applique demonstration.
This will be an extended program featuring some in-person “Look and Feel” time after the scheduled simulcast portion ends.
November 8, 2025: 10:30AM-1:00PM PST
This is an hybrid seminar and Zoom simulcast, free to all active PenWAG members.
Guests may join; a $10 contribution is requested to help defray our costs
$10.00Add to cart

November 2025 Monday Muse
2025-11-17 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

December 2025 Simulcast | Paul Gallo: Homage to Iris Apfel, Indomitable Icon
2025-12-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Saratoga Senior Center, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
By MiamiFilmFestival – https://www.flickr.com/photos/55155430@N03/16733360409/, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=72608544
Paul Gallo: An Homage to Iris Apfel
Plus: Show us your Advance Style!
Penwag favorite Paul Gallo returns with a engaging retrospective on this fashionable icon.
Paul will give us a timeline of Iris’s Advance Style Development and then MC PenWAG members sharing their Advanced Style for Show and Tell.
December 13, 2025 10:30-noon PST
Saratoga Senior Center
19655 Allendale Ave
Saratoga, CA 95070 United States
This is an hybrid seminar and Zoom simulcast, free to all active PenWAG members.
Guests may join; a $10 contribution is requested to help defray our costs
$10.00Add to cart

December 2025 Monday Muse
2025-12-15 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

January 2026 Program | Lynn Yuhr Zoom Webinar: Say Yes, and See What Happens!!
2026-01-10 10:30 - 12:00 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
Lynn Yuhr Zoom Webinar: Say Yes, and See What Happens!!
Lynn Yuhr’s journey as a self-taught artist is as interesting as her creative jewelry. She often ignores boundaries and conventions, applying techniques from different mediums and utilizing unusual materials. Her intense curiosity to try new things often drives her direction. Overcoming obstacles in project construction is often her favorite part of the creative process. Her diverse experiences directly influenced her artistic life, where she has developed a playful yet distinctive style.
Polymer clay is the main material that Lynn uses in her art jewelry. Using a variety of other materials, she develops simple elements using mark making, textures, and sgraffito techniques, then she combines and layers them, sometimes adding some wire to provide a depth of interest and a tactile quality.
Lynn’s presentation will include her journey to find her own voice and the unexpected consequences of saying YES! The little and big steps along the way are equally important to move forward. She hopes to encourage others to say yes and move forward in their journey.
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January 2026 Monday Muse
2026-01-19 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

February 14 | Harriet Riddell -- Zoom Program and Demo: Travels Around the World with a Sewing Machine
2026-02-14 10:30 - 13:00 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
Harriet Riddell Zoom Program: Travels Around the World with a Sewing Machine – Art as a Means of Communication
Demo: Live Stitchery Portrait of our member Kevin Roche
(Special extended program 10:30-1:00)
www.institchyou.com
Harriet has traveled extensively, taking with her a sewing machine and a table strapped to her back as she bicycles through groups of people. Typically, she will settle down within a local marketplace, set up her sewing machine, and create power through solar energy and by inviting villagers to pedal on her now-stationary bike in order to create power to use the sewing machine. She will then select a subject of which she will create a portrait. But this isn’t the usual charcoal sketching – the sketch is totally stitched on the sewing machine with no hard sketches preceding. As she stitches, she will carry on a conversation with her subject to draw out their interests which she will then incorporate into the stitching in some way. She also frequently “sketches” scenes along the way, such as a wedding, or fishing village, or an interesting local scene, all powered by a bicycle!
She will talk about her travel experiences, showing scenes and people along the way. This will be followed by her stitching of Kevin Roche live-over-Zoom from her home in London. All of this is pretty fascinating to watch! Some of her stitching is shown below. Note that this meeting is a little longer, extended to 1:00.

Originally Harriet was scheduled long ago to present last October. But a happy pregnancy ensued, with an expected delivery date just a few days prior to our PenWAG meeting. She offered to meet the original commitment – unbelievable! – but we agreed to reschedule. She is now the mother of two sons, 3 years old and miniature.
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February 2026 Monday Muse
2026-02-16 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

March 2026 Monday Muse
2026-03-16 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

April 11 – Karen Miller Zoom Webinar: Katazome Then and Now
2026-04-11 10:30 - 12:00 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
April 11 – Karen Miller Zoom Webinar: Katazome Then and Now
Katazome Then and Now
Katazome, the Japanese art of stencil dyeing, has been the foundation of Karen’s textile practice for 30 years. Her work involves beautiful textile art with a general peacefulness and has been widely exhibited in shows worldwide, most recently in two consecutive shows at Portland Japanese Garden.
She will present an overview of history and her approach. Using her own hand cut stencils to apply a resist paste, she produces fabric for art quilts as well as silk garments, linen hangings and indigo dyed cottons. Interestingly, she was a marine biologist studying Octopus oxygen binding proteins before becoming a well-known expert on Katazome. If you watch PenWAG’s wonderful monthly Monday Muse, you will recall seeing her many creative garments and hangings of Katazone as well as other projects.
$10.00Add to cart

Karen Miller’s Biography and Artist’s Statement

April 11, 2026 | Karen Miller Zoom Workshop: Twist and Wrap Coat
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
April 11 – Karen Miller Zoom Workshop: Twist and Wrap Coat
Twist and Wrap Coat
Karen is leading us in a workshop that is unrelated to the Katazome. It is a fast and easy way to make a versatile and flattering lightweight flowing “coat” using 2 yards of fabric, 2 seams, and 2 hours of time. This requires just 2 yards of a fabric which is attractive from both sides, and somewhat drapey. It need not be silk, rayon works fine. She also suggests using challis, pongee, and various jacquards, dyed, painted, ecoprinted or a commercial print. A serger can be helpful but is not essential. Looking at photos below will give you an idea of what this garment looks like.

After registering, the unique pattern will be sent to you. What you will need is 2 yards of fabric as described above, matching thread, serger if available but not mandatory.
$65.00Add to cart

Karen Miller Biography and Artist’s Statement

April 2026 Monday Muse
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

May 9, 2026 | Judith Hollenberger Simulcast Program: The Paths Where Ribbon Has Led Us
2026-05-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Saratoga Senior Center with Simulcast, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
THE PATHS WHERE RIBBON HAS LED US
More is more and less is a bore – Iris Apfel
In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different – Coco Chanel

When you think of beautiful things made of ribbon, what is your picture? Antique clothing from past centuries or today’s haute couture? Judith will share her path from California College of Arts and Crafts, majoring in fabric surface design and sculpture, to finding her true passion in ribbon work. She will explore the history and variety of ribbon trim in all its sumptuousness and show you how you can incorporate into your own pieces.
NOTE: This presentation is live only (either Zoom or in-person) and will not be recorded for replay.
Guest Registration: $10.00Add to cart

May 2026 Monday Muse
2026-05-18 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

June 13, 2026 | Sara Eberhart Simulcast Program: Program: Cyanotype: A Blue View
2026-06-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Saratoga Senior Center with Simulcast, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
Program: Cyanotype: A Blue View
www.sarakatestudio.com | Instagram: @sarakatestudio
The history of the cyanotype process goes back almost as far as photography itself. Sara Eberhart will explain the historical beginnings of this alternative photography process and introduce you to how a few contemporary artists use this medium on paper and fabric. As a visual artist, Sara will demonstrate the cyanotype process on paper and provide materials recommendations.
Guest Registration: $10.00Add to cart

June 2026 Monday Muse
2026-06-15 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

July 11, 2026 Simulcast | Show and Tell Spectacular!
2026-07-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Saratoga Senior Center with Simulcast, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
July Simulcast: Member Show and Tell
July 11, 2026: 10:30-noon PST
Multipurpose Room M50
Campbell Community Center
This is an hybrid seminar and Zoom simulcast, free to all active PenWAG members.
Guests may join; a $10 contribution is requested to help defray our costs
Guest Registration: $10.00Add to cart

July 2026 Monday Muse
2026-07-20 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

August 8, 2026: Dress A Girl Around The World : (Sewing for Others)
2026-08-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Saratoga Senior Center, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
DRESS A GIRL AROUND THE WORLD
A PenWAG Community Project

• Want to be a part of a fun super-easy charity project?
• Want one that doesn’t require you to haul a sewing machine or other large equipment?
• Want the opportunity to see and socialize with other members and friends?
• … and create something invaluable for girls all over the world?

DRESS A GIRL AROUND THE WORLD
is a project to gift a girl with a pretty new dress – maybe their first ever – and instill pride and confidence for that child to thrive. Thousands of dresses have been sent to over 80 countries.

EASY PEASY– Sewing machines, irons, will already be set up.
Just walk in, grab a kit with a precut
dress, and sew.
Take the opportunity to chat with your friends. Make new friends!

Our own Ronda Chaney has
made almost 100 dresses! She’s very passionate about creating these, knowing the difference they make
in the girls’ lives.
WATCH RONDA’S SHORT VIDEO INVITATION,

August 8, 2026: 10AM-3PM PDT
There is NO COST to participate in this Sewing For Others project for members or guests, but we ask that you sign up in advance!

August 2026 Monday Muse
2026-08-17 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

September 12, 2026 | In-Person Event: Stash Exchange!
2026-09-12 10:30 - 13:00 | Saratoga Senior Center, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
The Stash Exchange!

Our annual opportunity to reduce (or grow) your stash of materials and hobnob with fellow PenWAG members!
September 12, 2025: 10AM-noon PST
Saratoga Senior Center
This is an in-person event, free to all active PenWAG members.
(Open to the public at 11AM)
Guests may join; a $10 contribution is requested to help defray our costs

September 2026 Monday Muse
2026-09-21 19:00 - 20:30 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse

October 10, 2026 | Margaret Peot Zoom Webinar: Broadway & Beyond: Fabric Painting for the Theater
2026-10-10 10:30 - 12:00 | PenWAG Online Clubhouse
Margaret Peot
Zoom Webinar: Broadway & Beyond: Fabric Painting for the Theater
Margaret has painted and adorned fabric for costumes for the Lion King, Hadestown, Moulin
Rouge, Wicked, Aladdin and many more. With over 30 years experience painting for Broadway
shows, dance, arena events, ice shows and film, she has a lot of stories to tell! She will talk
about the process – from a designer’s painted sketch, through samples, fittings, painting, paint
corrections, to a finished costume. She specializes in applying metallic decoration on fabric and
other surfaces. and will share sketches, working with drapers, white fittings, painted fabric
samples and completed costumes.
$10.00Add to cart
