NHASG Chapter Library

The NHASG Chapter Librarian works with members to develop and maintain a library so that chapter members can borrow sewing-related materials-books, videos, DVDs, etc. The Librarian responds to requests to borrow items from the guild library and maintains a list of items in the library that is distributed to the new members and upon request to existing members.
 
Items in the library include the following subjects:
 
Clothing-Curtains/Drapes-Decorative-Embellishments-Fabric-Linens-Pillows-Quilting-Serging-Sewing-Totes/Bags and other topics of interest.

Rules
  • The materials in the library are available only to the members of the Granite State Stitchers of the American Sewing Guild, Inc.
  • The borrower is responsible for the safe return of borrowed and/or rented materials.
  • Books may be borrowed for a period not to exceed one (1) month. There is a five item limit on the number of books the member may borrow at any one time.
  • Videos or DVD’s may be borrowed for a period not to exceed two (2) weeks. There is a two (2) video limit per member at any one time.
  • When returning videos and books, protect them from damage by mailing them in a box or a padded envelope.
  • Postage incurred by the ASG library to mail materials to a member will be reimbursed to the ASG treasury by that member.
  • Ship all materials via the US Post Office, Library Rate to the librarian’s or the chapter address, listing the American Sewing Guild, Inc. Library as the first line of the address.


Availability of Library
  • The library is available to all members of the Granite State Stitchers via US Mail or by telephone reservations.
  • The library is not available at most Chapter wide events. It's too large to lug around.
  • The library may be viewed in person at the Librarians home by appointment only
  • Members may arrange to pick up materials at the librarian’s home or at a pre-arranged place at the librarian’s convenience.


Library Procedures
  • You may propose items for purchase for the library to the Librarian
  • A list of all library materials will be made available to all chapter members once a year.


Lost or Damaged Items
  • The borrower will be charged the replacement cost of the item or if unavailable, a similar item