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.
The Quilt Merchant Sampler Class
Mondays 1pm - 3pm
$240 - 12 week class
This fun and relaxed class is suitable for all skill levels from a beginner starting out on their quilting journey, right up to seasoned quilters looking to upgrade their block making skills. Through this workshop, you will create a stunning 12 block sampler quilt that will cover a variety of techniques to give you the confidence to tackle more complex patterns as we progress through the workshops.
Max class size - 10 people per session.
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 - 10 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.
Slow Stitching Sit 'n Sew
First and Fourth Tuesdays of the Month 10:30am - 2:30pm
$25 per session
These slow stitching sessions will encourage you to relax, slow down and unwind while you hand stitch your way through projects in a sharing a caring space. These sessions are designed you to explore techniques like hand embroidery, Sashiko, English paper piecing, applique and more. Bring your own project or Kim can help you find a suitable project to get started with. BYO Lunch (local cafes available)
Max class size - 10 people per session.
Sherbet Striped Stars Workshop
Tuesday 18th March & 29th April 10am - 3pm - $60
Saturday 8th February & 22nd March 10am - 4pm - $75
(includes a light lunch)
This is a versatile, striking and funky pattern created by Kim over 20 years ago. It is based on the ‘Stack and Slash’ technique and lends itself to many fabric variations. Sherbet Striped Stars is a gorgeous mix of shades of solids framed with a black and white strip. You can also make this pattern in fabrics of your choice. The size of the quilt will depend on you- the stars are made in sets of 3 and this workshop will concentrate on getting at least 3 stars completed. Pattern is included in the workshop fee.
Max class size - 10 people per session.
Log Cabin Quilt Workshop
Tuesday 15th April 10am - 3pm - $60
Saturday 29th March - $75
Log Cabin Quilts are classics that will never go out of fashion. There are hundreds of variations and in this workshop, we will master the basics before exploring some of the variations. We will be making as many blocks as possible in the class and you will go home with the instructions to finish the quilt top. There are speed piecing techniques to help move this quilt along. Pattern is included in the workshop fee
Max class size - 10 people per session.
Fast & Fabulous - A Quilt Top in a Day
Tuesday 20th May 10am - 4pm - $75
Sunday 9th February 10am - 4pm - $75
It sounds impossible to achieve but there are plenty of fast piecing techniques that will get you a quilt top done in a day. You will have 3 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 - 10 people per session.
Sit & Sew Sundays
Sunday 30th March 10am - 4pm - $40
(includes a light lunch)
A Sit ‘n Sew Sunday 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! A light lunch is included, just bring your sewing!
Max class size - 10 people per session.
Small Makes on Fridays
Friday 14th & 28th February, 21st & 28th March & 4th April
These Fridays are for small projects- ones that can not only be finished in the workshop but should allow you sufficient time to make more than one! These small projects introduce you to various techniques to add to your skill set. A small number of kits will be available for each project- but if you have the materials on hand, you don’t need to purchase a kit.
- February 14th- Zippered Pouches
- February 28th- Simple Shopping Totes
- March 21st- Scrappy Patchwork Squares Small Bag
- March 28th- Boxy Fabric Pouch
- April 4th- Perfect Pin Cushions
Max class size - 10 people per session.