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2012 SAGA Convention Registration is Open!Simply log into your member account and click on the link for full and part time registration. Remember that Regisration opens for FULL TIME registration on May 1st (18 hours of classes and meals, along with the option of pre-day classes). If you will be registering part time for convention (3/6/9/12/15 hours, along with the option of the pre-day classes), registration will begin on May 3, 2012, at 10:00am central time. Once you have registered, Karen Van Wert (our lovely convention registrar) will be confirming your classes and payment. Once this has been completed, you will be able to access your convention ifnormation via your SAGA Member page. Please allow 3-5 days for this to be completed. SAGA's 33rd Annual Convention--Atlanta, Georgia, October 9-14, 2012Get your Gone Stitchin' sign ready and join us for a memorable week! With new, flexible pricing, new teachers, and new classes, there is something for just about everyone at SAGA's 2012 Convention. Download the full brochure and read all about it. Registration begins May 1 for full time participants; part time registration opens May 3. Book your room for convention at the completely renovated Westin Peachtree. SAGA's registration website is here or call 1-800-937-8461 SAGA's 34th Annual Convention, October 23-27, 2013SAGA returns to Texas! The SAGA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that SAGA’s 34th annual convention will be held October 23-27, 2013 at the Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center, Frisco Texas. This hotel is offering our attendees the fabulous rate of $135 per night, double occupancy for the two room suites. Each suite includes a refrigerator and microwave, and a living room with a sofa bed. The rate includes a complimentary buffet breakfast, with hot items and cooked to order omlets, as well as an evening manager’s reception with light snacks and beverages. Frisco, TX is one of America's fastest growing cities . The Embassy Suites Dallas-Frisco hotel is just 23 miles North East of the DFW International Airport and 22 miles North from Dallas Love Field. The Stonebrier Center mall is just across the street, and a variety of restaurants are within walking distance. Most classroom spaces have natural light, and the conference center has a variety of comfortable spaces for attendees to gather to stitch and visit. We are looking forward to being back in the heart of Texas! Detailed plans for the convention will be announced in the fall. SAGA CalendarYou'll find the latest info about upcoming events and programs including Education Programs, Grant Workshops, and more. See SAGA on Facebook! Facebook Join SAGA on Facebook! go to www.facebook.com, log in (you can get a free facebook account) and search for Smocking Arts Guild of America, and join! See you there!
SAGA Board of Directors 2011-2012
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Liz Perch President
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Susanne Brisach President Elect
Education
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Lisa Reidland Vice President
Evaluations
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Erna Fenchel Secretary
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Beverly Crowley Treasurer
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Karin Eveland Region I Rep
Region Rep Coordinator
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Cathy Reinhardt Region II Rep
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Carol Evans Region III Rep
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Kristen Benjamin Region IV Rep
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Tawn Hunka Region V Rep
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SAGA T-Shirt
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Shirts are available for Pre-Order ONLY! Make sure you reserve the color and size you would like when you register for convention. Not coming to convention? Order and have a friend pick it up for you at the Annual Convention.
Sorry, we are unable to mail. Order no later than Sept 1. You may order with your convention registration, to pick up at convention OR online, to be picked up at convention in Atlanta.
These beautiful shirts are just $20 each. Available in blue (with white stitching) or white (with blue stitching), in several sizes.
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Barbara Meger's Drawn Thread Bag
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What could be sweeter than this little 5" drawn thread linen bag! Stitchers of all skill levels will enjoy completing it and are to sure to find it has multiple uses, such as a sachet, gift bag, jewelry pouch, little girl's purse, bridal shower favor, and many more! The kit includes everything needed to complete the project: excellent directions, easy to see 32-count even weave white linen, pearl cotton, white satin ribbon and needles.
This project, designed especially for SAGA by Barbara Meger, is the newest addition to the SAGA Signature Collection. Barbara teaches world-wide; her business is 'Classic Creations.' The kit is $20.00 which includes US postage (for foreign postage please contact SAGA Sales).
This drawn thread bag kit and the other SAGA Signature Collection kits can be ordered also from SAGA Sales at 1-800-520-3101 or sagasales@smocking.org.
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