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 & Sew sessions are on the first Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the month. Friday sessions are on the 5th April, 3rd May & 7th June. 10am – 3.00pm $20
Saturday sessions are on the 6th April, 4th May & 1st June. 10am-2pm $15
Sunday sessions are on the 7th April, 5th May & 2nd June. 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 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. The Friday sessions are on every Friday except the 1st Friday of the Month 9.30am – 12.30pm. $30 per session. The Saturday sessions are on the 13th April & 11th May. Session times 10 am–1pm $30 per 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. Continue to see what is on offer.
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. These sessions are $60 10am -3pm. Next sessions are 23rd March, 27th April & 25th May. In 2024 Technique of the month will be Carnival Flower starting in March. Contact the shop for more details.
Cynthia’s Ark Retreats– we run a variety of retreats over the course of the year. They vary from our Anything Goes Retreats to set project retreats. the Anything Goes Retreats are run 3 times a year, generally in March, July and October. Also you can book me as a teacher for your group retreats. You will find the retreats listed with the workshops.
March
Tues 12th-Thurs 14th March– Anything Goes Retreat at Sew Delightful Burra. It is full at this time.
Sat 16th March– Super Sit and Sew Saturday- 10am-3pm $20- Bring any project to this session and enjoy the day while making progress on your project.
Sun 17th March– Quiltworx Technique of the Month- Carnival Flower Part 1 of 7. Wall size- $625 Queen size- $675. This fee covers 7 full day workshops over 7 months plus the pattern. Fabric extra.
Thur 21st March– Quiltworx Technique of the Month- Carnival Flower Part 1 of 7. Wall size- $625 Queen size- $675. This fee covers 7 full day workshops over 7 months plus the pattern. Fabric extra.
Sun 24th March– Super Sit and Sew Sunday- 10am-3pm $20- Bring any project to this session and enjoy the day while making progress on your project.
April
Mon 8th- 28th April– Sewing Explorer Trail Shop Hop- Visit all 6 shops and spend $20 in each store and receive that stores pattern. Get your passport stamped in all the stores and hand your passport in to the last store and go into this year’s prize draw.
Sun 14th April– Sewing Explorer Trail Shop Hop Project Day- Join us and make Cynthia’s Ark Shop Hop Project. $60 10am-3pm.
Sat 20th April – Pillowcase Workshop- Learn how to make pillowcases to match your quilts. 10am-1pm $30 workshop fee, Fabric extra
Thurs 18th April– Quiltworx Technique of the Month- Carnival Flower Part 2 of 7. Wall size- $625 Queen size- $675. This fee covers 7 full day workshops over 7 months plus the pattern. Fabric extra.
Sun 21st April– Quiltworx Technique of the Month- Carnival Flower Part 2 of 7. Wall size- $625 Queen size- $675. This fee covers 7 full day workshops over 7 months plus the pattern. Fabric extra.
Sun 28th April– Diagonal Zipper Pouch Workshop. $50 workshop fee 10am-2pm Fabric Extra.
May
Sun 12th May– Super Sit and Sew Sunday- 10am-3pm $20- Bring any project to this session and enjoy the day while making progress on your project.
Sat 18th May– Tea Time Placemats- Have a fun day making your own Leaf Placemats. Workshop Fee including your Quiltworx Pattern $120. Fabric Extra.
Sun 19th May– Quiltworx Technique of the Month- Carnival Flower Part 3 of 7. Wall size- $625 Queen size- $675. This fee covers 7 full day workshops over 7 months plus the pattern. Fabric extra.
Thur 23rd May– Quiltworx Technique of the Month- Carnival Flower Part 3 of 7. Wall size- $625 Queen size- $675. This fee covers 7 full day workshops over 7 months plus the pattern. Fabric extra.
Sun 26th May- Stash Busting Workshop. Have too much fabric? This workshop is for you. Use a range you like, eg the shop sample or go totally scrappy. Layer cake, Charm Square and Fat Quarter friendly. Size of project is up to you. These make fantastic baby quilts. $60 workshop fee including pattern. 10am-3pm
June
Sat 15th June– Riptides Quilt Workshop Part 1- Want to advance your skills Quiltworx wise, this maybe the project for you. This will be a 2-part workshop plus you will be able to book in to the Quiltworx 101 sessions if you need more help. $240 workshop fee including your pattern, fabric extra. 9.30am- 4pm Part 2 will be on the 20th July.
Sun 16th June– Carnival Flower Part 4 of 7 – 9.30- 4pm
Thur 20th June– Carnival Flower Part 4 of 7 – 9.30-4pm
Sun 23rd June– Super Sit and Sew Sunday-10am-3pm $20- Bring any project to this session and enjoy the day while making progress on your project.
Sat 29th- Sun 30th June– By Annie Take a Stand Workshop- This is a two day workshop $120 workshop fee Pattern and Fabric extra. Sat-9.30am-4pm Sun -10am-3pm.