A stencilled carpet of leaves
This workshop introduces fabric painting through stenciling, opening the door to the world of mixed media techniques applied to textile art. The main foundation is fabric, and techniques such as sewing and embroidery remain central for assembling, enhancing, and decorating the final piece. Stencil work offers many advantages: it provides great freedom of expression and […]
Toucan
Come and assemble this beautiful, colorful toucan using a combination of collage and fused appliqué techniques. In this joyful, hands-on workshop, participants will explore how to build vibrant feathers by playing with color, contrast, and texture. They will also learn to apply light and shadow effects to bring their design to life and add depth […]
Quick Woven Applique Technique
Learn how to create a bold and beautiful Woven Applique block using a quick and colorful technique that looks far more complex than it really is. In this fun and beginner-friendly class, you’ll discover how to weave vibrant bias binding across a striking background to build a dynamic layered design. Once stitched down decoratively, your […]
Textile Jewelry – Bead Embroidery
In this workshop, you will learn how to create unique pieces of handcrafted textile jewelry using bead embroidery techniques with stones, crystals, and seed beads. You will be introduced to the basic principles of embroidery, including the most suitable stitches for securely attaching stones and how to shape and structure your designs. Throughout the session, […]
Quilting portraits
Bring your quilt portraits to life! In this exciting class, you’ll learn how to free motion quilt faces, hands, and other human features with confidence. Discover how to use quilting lines to add depth, dimension, and a realistic touch that makes your portraits truly stand out. Whether you’re new to portrait quilting or looking to […]
Colour Theory Fun for Quilters
Have you heard other quilters talk confidently about color and wondered what on earth they were saying? Do some of those technical terms and trendy buzzwords leave you confused or overwhelmed? This class is just what you need to finally demystify color theory—without the dryness you might expect from the subject! Sharon has designed this […]
Don’t be afraid of borders and sashings!
This class is designed for anyone looking to improve their quilting skills on a HandiQuilter longarm machine. Together, we’ll learn how to plan and quilt borders and sashing using freehand quilting techniques. Stencils will be used, and more advanced participants will also have the opportunity to work with rulers to enhance their designs. You’ll receive […]
Craft with precision: pear pouch
If you’re looking to improve your precision and craftsmanship, this workshop is for you! Students will refine both hand sewing and machine quilting techniques while creating a beautiful and practical project: the Tiny Pear Pouch. This hands-on class offers the chance to work on a small scale, with attention to detail and finish. Participants will […]
Longarm Quilting – The Basics
New to longarm quilting or looking to refine your skills? This beginner-friendly class is the perfect starting point! In Longarm Quilting – The Basics, you’ll gain a solid foundation in using a longarm quilting machine, from setup to stitching your first quilt. The class covers essential topics such as loading a quilt onto the machine […]
Mosaic Face
Discover how to create beautiful mosaic-style quilts using the power of Artificial Intelligence as a creative tool. In this workshop, participants will explore how to translate mosaic, an ancient art form, into fabric using the fused appliqué technique. Each student will create a fabric portrait in class using a specially prepared kit, designed to make […]