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Showing posts with label Patchwork Classes. Show all posts

Thursday, February 4, 2016

2016 Workshops

2016 WORKSHOPS
Berrima Patchwork Tutors include:

Ruth Bloomfield
Maria Boncaldo
Tamsin Harvey
Rachael Porter
Mariya Waters
Meredith Woolnough
Jennie Osborne

Wild Side

This year we have a selection of workshops on offer. We have on offer Art Quilts with Ruth Bloomfield and Sculpture Embroidery with Meredith Woolnough. For those who are interested in Dress Making we have Maria Boncaldo creator of "The Pattern Drafter" joining us for two workshop. Mariya Waters is back this year with Machine Quilting and her unique piecing of curves. Rachael Porter is joining our teaching team and her workshops are a definite if you are interested in English Paper Piecing and Fussy Cutting. We also have Jennie Osborne returning with her monthly workshop - Stitching Saturday which is ideal to start a new project in, finishing off something you have stashed away in the cupboard or a project that you need help with.

 2016 workshops can now be viewed on our website by CLICKING HERE. To book a place in any workshop either book online, in store or phone us on (02) 48771382






Sunday, May 6, 2012

Crazy Patchwork Stool Class

Yesterday we held our Crazy Patchwork Stool Class. This is a fantastic workshop in which the students learn about crazy patchwork and then working on a small sample turn it into a patchwork stool!

I love this class as most of the students either have a completed project finished by the end of the class, or only have a small amount of work to do to complete it. PLUS it's a class that they not only learn the technique but have a finished product at the end of the day which can be used.
The selection of fabrics that have been used in this class are great, I always love to see what everyone brings to the class, and it is so hard sometimes to stop myself from thinking hmmmmm maybe I should use that fabric combination and make up another stool.


 Louise and Sue busy at work

Below are pictures from some of the finished stools 
Vicki's finished stool top, don't you LOVE the Dr Seuss Fabric

Louise is going to finish off her stool by free motion quilting with a metallic thread. The fabric she used is Under The Australia Sun by Leesa Chandler

 Sue used the fabrics that have been designed by Michele Hill from her Adelaide Collection and Morris Meadows for her stool top. She had previously used some of these fabrics for one of her quilts and had left overs. Sue has also sewn on several different trims and will embellish it more when she gets home.

 

 This is Anne's finished Stool, the oriental fabrics looks great and she embellished the top of the stool with metallic threads. It's always great in these classes when the students try out new threads or products,


This is Melanie's Stool cover, she is still working on it. The flowers have been appliqued onto the top of the fabric. Melanie has never tried applique before so this was a fantastic opportunity to try it out. This stool is going to look great when it is all finished.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Class with Jennie Osborne

Today we had Jennie Osborne teaching the second day class of her Quilter's Carry-All. This is a stunning little carry all which you can put all your sewing and quilting notions in. On the outside of the bag there are two different embroideries.
Here are some photos of the students work. They are well on their way of nearly being finished. If you were unable to make the class we do have a pattern which Jennie has created for this carry-all.
Jennie's Bag   
This is Jennie's Bag 
  Carry All Bag
Dianne's Embroideries

Lyn's Bag
Lyn's Carry-all (she was currently pinning the rik-rak in place)
Love the fabric she has used - Garden Party

Carry All Bag
Sue's bag, notice the dollies that Sue has used on the right hand side.

Carry All Bag 
This is another Sue's Bag. Below are a close up of her embroideries, I love the little butterfly and dragonfly charm she used on them.
Carry All Bag 
Carry All Bag

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Berrima Patchwork - Airing of the Quilts

We have just held our Airing of the Quilts and Sale. It was a very busy day and it was great to see some many familiar faces and many new ones. Over the pass year we expanded the shop which meant there was one less room to hang all the quilts, despite this we had more quilts to show this year. In total there were over 50 quilts on display, display of upcoming class projects and Bernina Club projects.


                                           






Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Bernina Club

Yes Bernina Club has finally arrived at Berrima Patchwork..
Membership is for a 12 month period and there are meetings held 11 times a year (once a month excluding December).
Membership fee is $60

What is included in your membership fee?
You will receive 4 Bernina Inspirations Magazines during your membership period. A 10% off Voucher on Bernina Accessories, 10% off Bernina Accessories on Bernina Club Day and discount class fee for Bernina Club Days

Do I have to own a Bernina Sewing machine to belong to the club?
No you don’t however if you attend any of the classes you may not be able to complete the project as in some of the classes additional feet/accessories will be provided for Bernina Sewing Machines only.

Can I be a member if I don’t live near the store?
Many of our customers are not locals and because of this we have made it possible still for you to be a Bernina Club Member. If you cannot attend the club days you can still obtain a kit and full instructions for the $25 fee (which includes postage) you may need purchase additional feet to complete the project.

What is the Bernina Club Day?
Bernina Club Day is a hands on class where you will work on small projects using the features of your Bernina Sewing Machine. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills, expand your knowledge and try out new feet on your sewing machine. It is a great opportunity to learn about your Bernina Sewing Machine .

Do I have to be a Bernina Club Member to attend Bernina Club Day?
No you don’t need to be a member however your cost for the day is $45 instead of the $25 Bernina Club Members pay.

What is the cost for the Bernina Club Day?
Each Meeting will cost $25 per member—this will include the cost of the class and a kit provided for that month’s project. For Non Members you can still attend the class however the fee will be $45 which includes the kit.

Do I have to book ahead of time for the Bernina Club Days?
Yes, spaces are limited, payment is due at the time of booking and is non-refundable. If you cannot attend but wish to order a kit (this is only available for Bernina Club Members) please contact us prior to the class date.

Can I use any Bernina Sewing Machine (I have an older model Bernina)?
Yes there will be Bernina Sewing Machines of all ages in the club. If you have an older model you may find that you will not be able to complete all the aspects of the project to the design (e.g some decorative stitches) however we will try to accommodate all machines of all ages

Do I have to purchase the feet featured on each Bernina Club Day?
No we will provide the special feet for you to try on the day, however if you wish to “buy after try” you can purchase on the Bernina Club Day and receive 10% off the RRP with your Bernina Club Membership.


BERNINA CLUB PROJECTS
Cost for Bernina Club Members - $25 Cost for Non Members $45
To book please contact us on (02) 48771382

Sunday 12th September: Bolster Cushion
Thea Horsman the Sales and Training Consultant for Bernina Australia will be joining us for the day to present this fun and informative class. In this class you will explore stitch building, thread couching, corded
pin tucks and perfect piping. *You must attend this class no orders for this kit will be available*

Sunday 10th October: Walking Foot - Machine Quilting
Create great background quilting fills using the guides that come with the walking foot. On this day you will be working on several samples.

Sunday 14th November: Table Runner: Circular Embroidery Attachment
Using the Circular Embroidery Attachment and decorative stitches create this table runner perfect as a Christmas Present! The Circular Embroidery Attachment may not fit some machines, so another table runner using decorative stitches will be available to work on.

Monday, August 9, 2010

August - December Newsletter

 Berrima Patchwork August - December Newsletter
NOW AVAILABLE

Due to the size of the document we have placed it on our website http://www.berrimapatchwork.com.au/  

Click the link below and download direct from the website.

The newsletter contains many of the exciting classes we will be running for the remainder of the year, Information about the Bernina Club and Berrima Patchwork Coupons.