The Sewing Room News from Columbia River Sewing

Sheila Shares Alteration Workshop – 03/28/2026

Learn how to improve the fit of your clothing with professional alteration techniques in this hands-on educational session led by Sheila Lester. With 17 years of experience in the garment alteration industry, Sheila brings...

Sew the Oberlin Tote with Klum House – 2025

Back by popular demand! Columbia River Sewing Guild is thrilled to welcome Ellie Lum of Klum House back for a 2025 all-day bag-making workshop. This year, participants will create the Oberlin Tote—a new project...

Annual Meeting 2024

Saturday, December 7, 2024 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM Greater Portland Bible Church 2374 SW Vermont St. Portland, OR 97219 Join your sewing friends for: • Social time with coffee, tea, and treats •...

Special Event with Ellie Lum

Sew The Fremont Bag Klum House bags are stylish and functional—classic designs built to stand the test of time. The Fremont Bag workshop provides an opportunity to sew a beautiful bag under the guidance...

Special Event with Robin O’Neil

Birds with Abandon  Scrappy Improvisational Appliqué Birds Robin O’Neil will teach an appliqué workshop, “Birds With Abandon” which uses scraps and an attitude of playful discovery. Robin says that she enjoys teaching improvisational “collage”...