Product Description
Guidance for the Quilting You Actually Want to Do
Looking to build your machine patchwork and quilting skills without committing to a full course? Our Machine Patchwork & Quilting Drop-In Workshop offers a flexible and friendly space to learn, practice, and get expert guidance—one session at a time.
This relaxed, unstructured 3-hour class is suitable for beginners through to intermediate quilters. Bring along your current project or start something new, and receive personalised tuition tailored to your goals—whether you want help with block piecing, machine quilting, or perfecting a particular technique.
Class Details
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Duration: 3 hours
Class Size: Limited to 6
Outcome: Open format—work on your own project with expert guidance
What You'll Learn
Each session is shaped around your quilting journey. Whether you're looking to strengthen core techniques or tackle a specific challenge in your current project, this open-format class allows you to focus on the areas most relevant to you.
You’ll bring along the project you're working on—whether that’s a stack of patchwork blocks, a quilt top ready to be basted, or an idea you’re eager to begin—and receive tailored guidance and tutorage based on your needs and goals.
Instruction is always based on what you already know, building your confidence and skills step by step. You might spend the session refining your ¼-inch seam, learning how to piece more efficiently, experimenting with machine quilting techniques, or getting help reading a pattern or using a template.
Examples include:
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Help with a particular stage in your quilt—cutting, piecing, assembly, quilting, or binding
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Understanding and correcting common issues like wonky seams, inconsistent block sizes, or bulky seam intersections
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Guidance with interpreting patterns, using rulers or stencils, or getting started on a new technique
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Exploring methods you haven’t tried before, with step-by-step instruction and hands-on demonstrations
It’s your time, your project, and your pace—with friendly, expert support every step of the way.
Requirements
To take part in this drop-in session, you’ll need:
- Fabrics, blocks or patchwork top and supplies for the project you are working on
- Basic knowledge of using a sewing machine (e.g., threading, basic stitching)
- Fabric and thread for your own project
- Any patterns, templates, stencils, or special rulers you wish to use
If you’re bringing your own sewing machine, it should be in good working order. Please note that we are unable to provide instruction on individual machine brands or models.
Tools and Supplies Provided
- Sewing Machine: We provide a Janome M100 QDC sewing machine, pre loaded with white thread for this course. An overview of this machine's features will be provided at the start of class.
You are welcome to bring your own sewing machine in good working order. We will assume you are knowledgable in the basic use of your own machine and will not be able to provide instruction on its specific features and functionality. - Thread: We will supply white thread if you are using our machine. If you wish to use a thread colour other than white, please bring or purchase Aurifil (other high quality thread) to use on our machines.
- Rotary Cutter, Mat, Ruler & Basic Tools: We will provide a 45mm rotary cutter, 6" x 12" ruler and A2 cutting mat, a stitch unpicker and snips for your sewing station. Larger rulers and mats will be available for shared use at the cutting station.
You are welcome to bring your own rulers and cutting mat if you choose. - Ironing Station: We provide our students with an ironing table and irons for shared use. You are welcome to bring a small ironing mat and mini iron if you choose.
Benefits of this Drop-In Class
- Flexible learning—attend one session or come back for more
- Tailored support for your current projects and skill level
- Small class size ensures hands-on help when you need it
- Creative community—meet fellow quilters and share ideas
- No long-term commitment—ideal for busy schedules or trying something new
Join us for a supportive, inspiring workshop designed to help you grow your skills and confidence—one stitch at a time.
