Here is where you will find a list our lessons and workshops that we are hosting during the year. I will update this page when we added new lessons and workshops. Bookings are essential for all sessions and deposits need to be paid on booking (50% of the workshop fee.) On booking and payment of the deposit you will receive the workshop requirements list. Note: Your deposit/workshop fee is non-refundable. Please make sure you know the workshop/classes start and finishing times, so you can get the most out of your workshop time. Classes will not run pass the finishing time, so if you are late you miss out.
All classes and workshops are held in store at 7 Wasleys Rd Mallala, South Australia Ph 08 8527 2120 unless marked.
We do have a hot weather policy in place, if temperatures reach 40 degrees Celsius or a Catastrophic fire ban day is issued, please contact the shop to see if the workshop is going ahead. Some workshops will go ahead if a special teacher has been booked.
Sit and Sew Sessions are on the first Saturday and Sunday of the month.
Saturday sessions are on the 4th July, 1st August & 5th September 10am-2pm (4hr Session) $15 per session
Sunday sessions are on the 5th July, 2nd August & 6th September. Time is 10 am- 2pm, (4 hr Session) $15 per session to be paid on the day. No teacher, you work on your own project. If you need help, book yourself into a Patchwork 101 session. Bring your project and your lunch. Tea, coffee are available. If you bring projects that require a teacher’s assistance you will be charged the Patchwork 101 price.
Patchwork & Quilting 101– this class is suitable for everyone, no matter what you are working on. Perfect if you are stuck on something as a teacher is in attendance or want to start something new.
Thursday morning class 9.30am-12.30pm (3hr class) $30 per person. On Friday’s there will be a morning class 9.30am – 12.30pm. (3 hr class) $30 per person.
The Saturday class is on second and fourth Saturday of the month, which will be the 27th June, 25th July, 8th August & 29th August. Class time 9.30am-12.30pm (3 hr class) $30 per person.
The Farmers Wife Quilt– Over 2026 we are going to be piecing the Farmers Wife Quilt by hand and by machine, starting in February. On the second Sunday of the month 10am-2pm (4 hr workshop) $40 workshop. Please double check the listed dates below as public holiday may throw classes out. The next sessions are the 26th July, 9th August & 27th September.
Quiltworx Jungle Magnolia Quilt- This is our 2026 Technique of the month class to be held over the third weekend of the month over 7 months. Classes start 15th February for the Sunday class (which is full) and 28th February for the Saturday class 9.30am-3pm (5 1/2 hrs). The cost is $675 for the queen size and covers your 7 workshop classes and the pattern. Fabric/kits extra Saturday dates are 21st March, 18th April, 16th May, 20th June, 18th July & 15th August. Sunday dates are 15th March, 19th April, 17th May, 21st June, 19th July & 16th August.
Quiltworx 101 Monthly Workshops. Mainly on the fourth Saturday of the month 9.30am-2.30pm. This is the session for all things Quiltworx. If you have started something that you need extra help, or you need Quiltworx homework time. These sessions are $60. Next sessions are 27th June, 25th July, 29th August & 19th September.
By Annie Workshops– There will be a mix of set projects and bring any By Annie project workshops. Make sure you double check the dates as these workshop will move around depending what day is available. 10am-2pm (4hrs) $40 workshop fee. Next sessions are Sun 28th June,25th October & 22nd November.
Cynthia’s Ark Retreats– we run a variety of retreats over the course of the year. The Anything Goes Retreats are run 3 times a year, generally in March, June and October, that are held at the Mallala RSL Hall. Contact the shop for availability. Plus our Totally in Stitches Hand Stitching Retreat- 2 days- 4 projects fully catered lunch, morning & afternoon tea. It is held at the Hewett Centre Kingfisher Drive Hewett. Here is the link for more details and booking. https://forms.gle/iRy1iDx2y7Xb9ByEA Also you can book me as a teacher for your group retreats. You will find the retreats listed with the workshops. Check below for Retreat dates.
July
Fri-10th- Sun 12th July– Craft Alive Fair held at the Wayville Showgrounds. We will be there with lots of specials and we are doing A Make and Take Stitchery twice daily for you to learn or take a time out and sit and do some hand stitching. A number of stitcheries to choose from and thread.
August
Sat 22nd-Sun23rd August– Totally in Stitches Hand Stitching Retreat- 2 days, four projects, fully catered lunch, morning & afternoon tea. Goodies bag on arrival. shopping, stitching, games and prizes to be won. It will be held at the Hewett Centre Kingfisher Drive Hewett. $300 per person for both days or $160 for one day. Here is the link to sign up. https://forms.gle/iRy1iDx2y7Xb9ByEA
Sun 30th August- Creative grids Demo Day- Visit us in store at Mallala between 10 am- 4 pm a watch a Creative Grids ruler demo. Enjoy a cuppa on us and see what you can create with these rulers.
September
Mon14th- Fri18th September– Quilt Encounter I will be the country shop at Quilt Encounter this year so the shop will be closed between these dates.
Sat 26th September– Kim’s Slow Stitching Day 10am-3pm Interested in some slow stitch. Join us for the day and have a go with a set project. $75 workshop fee with included your kit
November
Sat 21st November– Christmas Apron Day- An Annual Class where we make this year’s Christmas Apron. They make great presents or treat yourself to a new apron. 9.30- 2pm $60 workshop and includes your apron panel- (4 1/2 Hours)