Thread catchers. What a great thing to take along to workshops. Or to have one in the lounge. And one by the machine. Come along to make one or all three of these nifty little bits rubbish bins. An information sheet is now available for the Sharing Session on Saturday February 1st from 10am till… Continue reading Thread Catcher
Category: Workshops
Workshop places – Happy Jack – 18 January
There are still some places available in the Happy Jack workshop planned for this Saturday. 10am start for 2 hours. Please contact Workshop Co-ordinator Jakki at workshops@canberraquilters.org.au
Die-cutting
Are you interested in asking questions about die cutting machines, making a small project with the help of a die cutting machine or learning some new tips and tricks about die cutting machines? Great for piecers; fabulous for appliquers. Stay tune for some sessions in February 2014 which could inspire your creativity.
Tentmakers of Cairo visit Canberra and Canberra Quilters
The Tentmakers of Cairo are coming to Canberra as part of the “Windows to the World” event, celebrating the Centenary of Canberra. The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt will be open on the weekend of 28-29 September, between 10 am and 3 pm, with the work of the Tentmakers on display, as well… Continue reading Tentmakers of Cairo visit Canberra and Canberra Quilters
Fiona Hammond Workshop
Are you interested in learning about creating embellished dimensional artworks or hand painting with procion dyes, making silk paper and raw edge applique techniques? Find out more about the Fiona Hammond workshops being offered in 2014 by Canberra Quilters Inc. by clicking this link.
Michele Hill and William Morris in Wool
Canberra Quilters Inc. was very grateful to have acclaimed quilter Michele Hill visit and conduct a couple of great workshops with our members. You can read about and see more photos of Michele’s great workshops by clicking on this link.
Mini-workshop for Small Japanese Projects group- 27 March
At next week’s meeting (10.00 am start) this group is having a mini workshop to insert zippers in small Japanese purses. Here is an image of the purses: Convenor of the group, Wendy Pang, has sent the following information so you can prepare your purse body: Zipped purse workshop By request, Yvonne will run a hands-on… Continue reading Mini-workshop for Small Japanese Projects group- 27 March
March workshops with Sue Bennett and Jinny Beyer
Canberra Quilters are very excited to be hosting Sue Bennett from Miss Sampson’s Drapery and Jinny Beyer when they present three workshops and a lecture in March 2013. Sue will teach a folded Mariner’s Compass Class on Friday 15th; Jinny will talk about colour in a 2 hour presentation that evening. On Saturday 16th… Continue reading March workshops with Sue Bennett and Jinny Beyer
Kay Haerland workshop – June1-3, 2012
There are still some places available in the 3-day Kay Haerland Realistic Landscape workshop. Kay is retiring from teaching next year so this is one of the last opportunities to do this workshop (locally at least). Here is a link to Kay’s website for more details about te workshop. Contact workshop co-ordinator Jakki, here for details… Continue reading Kay Haerland workshop – June1-3, 2012
Three day landscape workshop with Kay Haerland
Canberra Quilters Inc is thrilled to be hosting award-winning quilter Kay Haerland on June 1-3 for a three day landscape design and embellishment class.Here is a link to Kay’s website if you want to view her work. The workshop cost is $240, with a non-refundable deposit of $60. Final payment is due by May 1st.… Continue reading Three day landscape workshop with Kay Haerland