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. On booking and payment of deposit you will receive the workshop requirements list. Note: Your deposit/workshop fee is non-refundable if you don’t turn up on the day of the workshop. Please make sure you know the workshop/classes start and finishing times, so you can get the most out of your workshop time.
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.
Project Uninterrupted is our Sit, Sew & Chat sessions which is on the first Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the month. Friday sessions are on the 4th February, 4th March, 1st April & 6th May. Saturday sessions are on the 5th February, 5th March, 2nd April & 7th May. Sunday sessions are on the 6th February, 6th March, 3rd April & 1st May. Time is 10 am- 2pm, $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 lunch and sewing. Tea, coffee and water are included. 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. The Friday sessions are on every Friday except the 1st Friday of the Month 10 am – 1pm. $30 per session. The Saturday sessions are on the 12th February, 12th March, 9th April and 14th May. Session times 10.00 am–1 pm $30 per session.
Freestyling Ruler work Quilting Workshop – These workshops are for all skill levels. New to ruler work quilting I can teach you the basics from setting up your machine to the more advance levels where you bring a basted project and looking at how to quilt the project with the rulers you have and introduce you to new rulers. Check below for dates. You can do Ruler work in the Patchwork 101 session if I am running the session.
Expand your Knowledge Workshops- There will be a variety of projects on offer along with different techniques on different days. Expand your knowledge with these workshops. Cost will vary depending on the workshop and who is teaching the workshop. Generally, 10 am to 3 pm but it will depend on the workshop. Check over the page for workshop dates.
Quiltworx 101 Monthly Workshops. Mainly on the fourth Saturday of the month 10am-3pm. This is the session for all things Quiltworx. If you have started something that you need extra help, or you need Quiltworx homework time. There will be a Technique of the month Series plus other projects over the course of the year. 2022 Technique of the month will be Coral Reef and there will be a Saturday and Sunday workshop.
January
No classes will be scheduled during January and it may be worth checking I am open if you are planning a visit.
I will be taking some time off during January.
February
Sat 19th February– Coral Reef- Technique of the Month- Part 1 9.30am-4pm Contact the shop if you want more detail about this 7 prt workshop series. Two quilt sizes to choose from.
Sun 20th February- Coral Reef- Technique of the Month- Part 1 9,30am-4pm Contact the shop if you want more detail about this 7 prt workshop series. Two quilt sizes to choose from.
Sat 26th February– Learn Your Machine Part 12 10am-3pm
Sun 27th February– 3-yard Quilt Workshop- Join us for a fun day with the 3-yard Quilt book. Select one of 8 patterns and make a quilt top in a day. $80 workshop fee and includes a 3-yard quilt book. Fabric bundles available starting at $50.- Full Class
March
Tues-Thurs 8th -10th March– Burra Retreat- Anything Goes Retreat up at Sew Delightful B&B in Burra, SA. $350 includes accommodation, meals, and a teacher. Starting something new, fabric purchased through Cynthia’s Ark for this retreat will receive the workshop 20% off discount. Currently Full. Look out for more retreats in the program soon.
Sun 13th March– Quiltworx 101 Session 10 am- 3pm $50 workshop fee. Bring any Quiltworx project you need help with to these sessions.
Sat 19th March– Coral Reef- Technique of the Month- Part 2 9.30am-4pm
Sun 20th March– Coral Reef- Technique of the Month- Part 2 9.30am-4pm
Sat 26th March– Quiltworx 101 Session 10 am- 3pm $50 workshop fee. Bring any Quiltworx project you need help with to these sessions.
Sun 27th March– Freestyling Ruler work- $60 workshop Learn the basics or advance your skills with all things ruler work.
April
Sun 10th April– Desert Sky Workshop -$120 workshop fee which includes your pattern. Fabric extra. 9.30am-4pm
Sat 23rd April– Coral Reef- Technique of the Month- Part 2 9.30am-4pm
Sun 24th April– Coral Reef- Technique of the Month- Part 2 9.30am-4pm
Sat 30th April– Quiltworx 101 Session 10am-3pm $50 workshop fee- Bring any Quiltworx project you need help with to these sessions.
May
Sun 15th May– 3-yard Quilt Workshop- Join us for a fun day with the 3-yard Quilt book. Select one of 8 patterns and make a quilt top in a day. $80 workshop fee and includes a 3-yard quilt book. Fabric bundles available starting at $50.-