I did a demo on the fabric cards for our group which was well received. The cards, envelopes, and pre starched fabrics were handed to members to make their own special card. The other topic was organizing the sewing room filled with tips and products that I use.
Tips for home sewing projects, piping, and pillow finishes are fun. The hidden zipper technique is so easy to demo. Methods to create unique designs with fabric paint or pencils could be a hit for some members.
For October, the meeting is usually a reminder to the members to schedule their mammogram. I'm ordering small soap bars with a reminder for this year's meeting. You may want to reach out to health professionals to do a demo/talk.
We also schedule the holiday luncheon in January now. It takes the stress out of the busy month of December.
Good luck!