The Quilt Merchant is pleased to offer a range of patchwork classes to suit beginners and seasoned quilters. We provide a gentle and kind environment in which to learn, create and achieve. Whatever stage you are at, we can help you along your patchwork journey.
BYO Projects Workshops
Mondays & Wednesdays 10am - 12pm | Wednesdays 1pm - 3pm
$20 per session
One of the best ways to get your projects finished or to begin a new project is to bring it along to share with a group of likeminded enthusiasts. Get the support and advice you need from our experienced tutor, Kim Reilly who will gently guide you through to the finished project. Work at your own pace, booking as many sessions as you might need.
Max class size - 8 people per session.
BYO Projects Workshops - Evenings
Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm
$20 per session
One of the best ways to get your projects finished or to begin a new project is to bring it along to share with a group of likeminded enthusiasts. Get the support and advice you need from our experienced tutor, Kim Reilly who will gently guide you through to the finished project. Work at your own pace, booking as many sessions as you might need.
Max class size - 8 people per session.
Sit 'n Sew
Tuesdays and Fridays 10am - 3pm
$25 per session
A Sit ‘n Sew session to share with friends or meet new friends. Bring a bundle of sewing to get done, surrounded by like-minded people with endless tea, coffee and snacks! BYO lunch!
Max class size - 8 people per session.
The Applique Guild of Australia (TAGA) Meeting
Second Tuesdays of the Month 10:30am - 2:30pm
The Applique Guild of Australia (TAGA) Inc. is a non-profit organisation established in 2012 to support and encourage applique enthusiasts nationwide. The guild offers workshops exhibitions, newsletters, and a friendly community for anyone interested in learning or practising applique in any of its forms. Whether you prefer traditional or modern styles, hand or machine stitching, or are a beginner or an expert, you are welcome to join.
The Altona North Chapter meets on the second Tuesday of each month between 10:30am and 2:30pm at The Quilt Merchant. Everyone is welcome, so come along with your sewing project for some sitting & sewing. There is a joining fee to belong to this group and each meeting costs $5 which covers tea, coffee and morning tea. BYO Lunch.
If you wish to join the next meeting, please RSVP to Diane Whittall at d_whittall@hotmail.com.
Fast & Fabulous - Beginner Quilt Tops
9:45am for a 10am start - 4pm
$75 per session
You will have 2 quilts to choose from, and this class is suitable for absolute beginners or for anyone that needs to get a quilt top done quickly. It is also a good workshop if you are wanting to find out if the creative pursuit of cutting up fabric and sewing it back together again to make a patchwork quilt is something you would like to explore!
Max class size - 6 people per session.
New York Beauty Sew Along - Monthly Meetup
Monthly 10am - 3pm
$30 per session
The New York Beauty block is bold, intricate, and absolutely stunning—with endless variations to explore through foundation paper piecing.
Join us for a relaxed sew along day, where you can work on your own New York Beauty project using a purchased or downloaded pattern or book.
🧵 Bring your work-in-progress or start something new
🤝 Enjoy a supportive, social environment
🧠 Kim will be on hand to help with technical questions
💬 Share tips, tricks, and inspiration with fellow quilters
This sew along will run monthly, so you can build your skills and stay motivated at your own pace!
Max class size - 8 people per session.