Not at all.

We welcome people at every experience level, from complete beginners to lifelong makers. Whether you've made one project or one hundred, there's a place for you here.

Absolutely.

Many people attend their first Sew PGH event without knowing anyone. In fact, one of our favorite things is watching new friendships form.

If you're nervous about attending for the first time, you're not alone.

Sew PGH welcomes adults of all ages and experience levels.

Our community includes people in their 20s through their 70s and beyond, though many of our regular participants are Millennials and Gen Xers.

What tends to connect people isn't age—it's a shared interest in making things, learning from one another, and building community.

Whether you're just getting started, returning to sewing after a break, or have been sewing for decades, you'll find people who share your interests.

You're still welcome.

Many community members go through busy seasons where they aren't sewing much—or at all. You don't need to be actively making projects to participate in events or conversations.

All kinds.

Garment sewing, quilting, embroidery, visible mending, cosplay, bag making, historical costuming, home décor, fiber arts, and creative experiments are all welcome.

No! Some people attend multiple events every month. Others come once or twice a year. There's no minimum level of participation required.

Join in when it works for you.

Sew PGH does not have paid memberships or annual dues.

Some events may have ticket costs to cover venue, food, lodging, or supplies, but there is no fee to be part of the community.

We share events through:

• Discord

• Instagram

• Email announcements

• Our website

Following us in one or more of these places is the best way to stay informed.

Every event is different.

Event pages will include details about:

• What to bring

• Parking and transit information

• Accessibility information

• Food and beverage availability

• Supplies (if needed)

• Event schedule and expectations

We do our best to share accessibility information for every event, including venue access, parking, transit options, and other details that help people plan ahead.

If you have specific accessibility questions, please reach out. We're happy to help.

Nope! Discord is a great way to stay connected between events, ask questions, and share projects, but it's not required.

Many community members participate primarily through in-person events.

Yes!

Sew PGH is community-powered. We're always excited to connect with people interested in:

• Hosting meetups

• Teaching skills

• Photography

• Event planning

• Retreat support

• Partnerships and outreach

• Community leadership

If you'd like to get involved, we'd love to hear from you.

Potentially, yes!

We're exploring ways for community members to organize events that align with Sew PGH's values of inclusion, accessibility, creativity, and connection.

If you have an idea, reach out and let's talk.

In general, we're most likely to promote events that:

• Align with Sew PGH's values of inclusion, creativity, and community

• Are open to the public

• Provide clear event information

• Give people opportunities to connect with others

Community-hosted events, workshops, meetups, and partnerships are all welcome for consideration.

Because we're volunteer-run, we can't guarantee promotion of every event. We may also choose not to promote events that don't align with our mission or community guidelines.

If you'd like us to consider promoting your event, please contact us at least two weeks in advance and include event details, a graphic, and any information you'd like shared.