Friends, please set aside January 12 (about 10:30 a.m. till 3 p.m.) for a special meeting of the Custom-fit Software SIG of Phila. ASG. After helping yesterday to "downsize" Brenda Dobin's sewing world before her upcoming move, we've taken on a service project of assembling Brenda's mother's knit squares into a pair of afghans. While we talk pattern design, we'll be putting our hands to work on Brenda's cherished project.

Because the weather may be uncertain, please let me know if you're planning to come, so I can be sure to notify you of any weather-induced date changes. We're particularly interested in encouraging long-time group members to set aside the date; of course, "newbies" or people who are simply curious about the appeal and utility of pattern-drafting software are very welcome.

You'll get the usual notice a week before this meeting, but all of us would like to encourage you to shift responsibilities, swap volunteer assignments, and stay healthy so you can come on Tuesday, January 12.