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Patch & Quilt

$300.00 $300.00
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Description

Discover the joy of patchwork and quilting in this relaxed, hands-on evening class.

Designed for beginners, this 7-week course will guide you through essential techniques, from hand stitching and machine piecing to appliqué and quilting methods like sashiko and trapunto. Whether you want to make a quilt, wall hanging, tote bag, or another textile project, you’ll receive expert guidance in a friendly, supportive environment !

Learn at your own pace, explore different styles, and gain confidence in creating a unique piece that reflects your creativity. You don’t need to be a sewer or own a sewing machine—this class is about learning, experimenting, and having fun with fabric.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ Hand stitching and machine piecing basics
 ✅ Appliqué techniques (hand-sewn & machine-stitched)
 ✅ Sashiko, trapunto, and other decorative quilting methods
 ✅ Quilt-As-You-Go techniques for faster assembly
 ✅ How to bind and finish your quilt with a professional touch
 ✅ Tips and tricks to save time, money, and frustration

What You’ll Create:

Over 7 weeks, you’ll complete at least one quilt block per class, working towards a finished piece of your choice. Whether it’s a quilt, tote bag, or wall hanging, you’ll walk away with new skills and a personal textile creation to be proud of.

Course Structure:

Week 1 – Introduction & Hand Stitching
Week 2 – Machine Piercing
Week 3 – Learn hand and machine applique
Week 4 – Quilting, Sashiko and Trapunto
Week 5 – Quilt As You Go
Weeks 6 - Binding Techniques
Week 7 – Finishing touches and project completion

Why Join This Course?

If you’ve ever wanted to try patchwork and quilting but weren’t sure where to start, this is the perfect course for you! Learn from an experienced tutor, get hands-on with fabric, and create something truly unique in a supportive and fun environment.

What If I have no experience?

This class is suitable for absolute beginners as well as for more experienced patchwork and quilting creatives looking to learn new skills from an experienced tutor

About Your Tutor:

Lisa is a lifelong maker with a background in textile design and over 30 years of quilting experience. Originally trained as a nurse, she made the leap into the creative world, earning a diploma in textile design and working as a technical demonstrator at Massey University. Passionate about sharing her love for quilting, Lisa creates a fun, stress-free environment where students can learn, experiment, and discover the joy of patchwork.

What Do I Need to Bring:
  • An idea of what you want to make (quilt, tote bag, wall hanging, etc.)
  • Pre-washed and ironed fabric scraps 
  • Basic sewing kit (needles, thread, pins, scissors, ruler, etc.)
  • Optional: Sewing machine, rotary cutter, cutting mat

A summary of what you will need week by week specifically will be provided in class, and guidance will be given on sourcing fabrics and supplies if needed.

When is the Course?

This course will run on Tuesday Evenings from May 6th - June 17th from 6-9pm

If you wish to cancel, email us at least 14 clear days before your class begins. You'll receive a full refund less an admin fee of $20 via the same payment method (e.g., credit card or Afterpay) if you cancel within this timeframe.

Unfortunately, refunds aren't available for cancellations with less than 14 days' notice, nor for missed classes within a series.

If you are required to bring specific supplies to this class you will be sent full details via email. Please make sure you keep the receive emails ticked at checkout to ensure you do not miss out on this informattion

This class will be held on campus at The Learning Connexion located at 182 Eastern Hutt Road, Lower Hutt. Specific details of where on campus your class will be held will be sent to you the week prior to the commencement of your class

All our tutors are qualified and practicing artists who are skilled in specific art forms and regularly teach to support others in their own art practices.