Lorena Uriarte

2nd Saturday Class: 60 Stitches (Warriewood)
2026-01-10 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-11 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-09 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-12 10:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 60 Stitches, 1301/ 4 Daydream St, Warriewood, NSW, 2101, Australia
Join a friendly group of quilters in this monthly class at 60 Stitches in Warriewood, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Bring your own project or choose from one of my designs. I’ve even been known to create something special for my regular students! With over 20 years of experience, I’ll guide you through any technique, whether you prefer hand or machine quilting.
All te cutting and pressing tools are there so all you need to bring is your project, your machine and general sewing supplies.
Plus, you’ll have access to 60 Stitches’ beautiful selection of fabrics and notions to inspire your next creation.
Class fee is $85 per month which includes coffee, tea and my famous home baked treats!
2025 DATES
8 FEB
22 MARCH
26 APRIL
10 MAY
14 JUNE
12 JULY
9 AUG
13 SEPT
11 OCT
8 NOV
13 DEC

Kawandi : UsefulBox MARRICKVILLE
2025-11-23 10:00 - 16:00 | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia
Skill level: Complete beginner and ready to learn.
What you will learn:

Basic Quilt as you go Principles

What is included:

A full kit including needles, thread, pins, fabric and batting.
Exceptional tuition with 9 others in the class
Copious cups of tea and coffee; home baked treat

What you need to bring

Everything provided for hand stitching.
Thimble – I prefer a Clover branded silicon with metal tip thimble
Your glasses, if you need them
Your lunch – microwave, sandwich press and fridge available. Or trot up to a local cafe!

3rd Wednesday Class - My Sewing Supplies (Sylvania)
2025-11-19 10:00, 2025-10-15 10:00, 2025-08-20 10:00, 2025-07-16 10:00 | My Sewing Supplies, 208 Princess Hwy, Sylvania, NSW, 2224, Australia
Monthly Quilt Class with Lorena – Third Wednesday of the Month
📍 My Sewing Supplies, Sylvania – Sutherland Shire
Join Lorena for a monthly quilting class at My Sewing Supplies in Sylvania, where you can work on a variety of quilt patterns at your own pace.
Choose from Lorena’s original designs, including Opal Essence, Winding Ways, QST Courthouse Steps, and Sakura Breeze, or take on the challenge of Lessa Siegele’s Ring Cycles quilt. Explore different fabric combinations: low-volume with brights, bold large-scale prints, or a striking two-colour design to make it uniquely yours.
If you’re new to patchwork, Lorena will guide you through the fundamentals by making a sampler quilt. Select different blocks or repeat a favourite to create a quilt that reflects your style.
Materials & Templates:

Fabric, templates, and commercial patterns (if needed) are additional to the class fee. A wide range of options is available in-store, and the staff are happy to assist you.
For Ring Cycles, Lorena recommends Marti Michell’s Set H
Lorena also has her own templates to support her quilt designs.

📍 Location: My Sewing Supplies, 208 Princes Highway, Sylvania NSW 2224.
📅 When: Third Wednesday of each month.
Come along for expert guidance, inspiration, and a welcoming community of quilters!

2025 Dates
12 FEB
19 MARCH
16 APRIL
21 MAY
18 JUNE
16 JULY
20 AUGUST
SEPTEMBER NO CLASS
15 OCTOBER
19 NOVEMBER

3rd Saturday Class - My Sewing Supplies (Sylvania)
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-19 10:00 - 16:00 | My Sewing Supplies, 208 Princess Hwy, Sylvania, NSW, 2224, Australia
Ring Cycles Quilt

Monthly Quilt Class with Lorena – Third Wednesday of the Month
📍 My Sewing Supplies, Sylvania – Sutherland Shire
Join Lorena for a monthly quilting class at My Sewing Supplies in Sylvania, where you can work on a variety of quilt patterns at your own pace.
Choose from Lorena’s original designs, including Opal Essence, Winding Ways, QST Courthouse Steps, and Sakura Breeze, or take on the challenge of Lessa Siegele’s Ring Cycles quilt. Explore different fabric combinations: low-volume with brights, bold large-scale prints, or a striking two-colour design to make it uniquely yours.
If you’re new to patchwork, Lorena will guide you through the fundamentals by making a sampler quilt. Select different blocks or repeat a favourite to create a quilt that reflects your style.
Materials & Templates:

Fabric, templates, and commercial patterns (if needed) are additional to the class fee. A wide range of options is available in-store, and the staff are happy to assist you.
For Ring Cycles, Lorena recommends Marti Michell’s Set H
Lorena also has her own templates to support her quilt designs.

📍 Location: My Sewing Supplies, 208 Princes Highway, Sylvania NSW 2224.
📅 When: Third Wednesday of each month.
Come along for expert guidance, inspiration, and a welcoming community of quilters!
Learn to Quilt with this 12 Inch Sampler

English Paper Piecing (Day 2) @ Hive & Gobbler, DUNGOG
2025-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Hive & Gobbler, 211 Dowling Street, Dungog, NSW, 2420, Australia
English Paper Piecing (EPP) Workshop
Join Lorena for two days of playful precision in Dungog!
On Friday (Day 1 Introduction) we’ll dive into the art of fussy cutting – discovering repeating motifs in fabric and unlocking the hidden magic of the humble hexagon using mirrors and other tricks of the trade.
Saturday (Day 2 Advanced) opens up a world of possibilities with a variety of EPP patterns to explore:
▪️ Honeycomb Studs – elongated hexagons that shine in a cushion project or grow into a quilt top, perfect for using up scraps.
▪️ Stars – diamonds that tessellate into stunning starry designs, from a set of drink coasters to something much bigger.
▪️ Mini Opals – learn curved English Paper Piecing techniques while creating a striking, gem-like block.
The Day 1 workshop fee includes a basic kit to get you started. For Day 2, additional patterns and templates will be available to purchase on the day to suit your preferences (kits $8-$30 each) which can be purchased directly from Lorena.
Morning and afternoon tea are provided. Please advise of any dietary concerns!
What to bring:
Your enthusiasm for learning a new craft! All materials will be provided.

Location: 211 Dowling Street, Dungog NSW
Parking: Dowling St or nearby side streets

English Paper Piecing (Day 1) : @ Hive & Gobbler, DUNGOG
2025-10-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Hive & Gobbler, 211 Dowling Street, Dungog, NSW, 2420, Australia
English Paper Piecing Workshop (Day1 Introduction) with Lorena Uriarte – Fri October 24

English Paper Piecing Workshop
Join Lorena for two days of playful precision in Dungog!
On Friday we’ll dive into the art of fussy cutting – discovering repeating motifs in fabric and unlocking the hidden magic of the humble hexagon using mirrors and other tricks of the trade.
Saturday opens up a world of possibilities with a variety of EPP patterns to explore:
▪️ Honeycomb Studs – elongated hexagons that shine in a cushion project or grow into a quilt top, perfect for using up scraps.
▪️ Stars – diamonds that tessellate into stunning starry designs, from a set of drink coasters to something much bigger.
▪️ Mini Opals – learn curved English Paper Piecing techniques while creating a striking, gem-like block.
The workshop fee includes a basic kit to get you started. Additional patterns and templates will be available to purchase on the day.
Morning and afternoon tea are provided. Please advise of any dietary concerns!
What to bring:
Your enthusiasm for learning a new craft! All materials will be provided.

Location: 211 Dowling Street, Dungog NSW
Parking: Dowling St or nearby side streets

Slow Stitching with Soul: A Sydney Craft Week Event @ UsefulBox
2025-10-17 18:00 - 21:00 | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia
Discover Kawandi quilting – a slow, meditative hand-stitching tradition from the Siddi community that transforms leftover fabric into beautiful, useful textiles.
In this relaxed, beginner friendly workshop, you’ll learn how to piece and quilt small scraps of natural fibre fabric onto a backing cloth, working from the outside in.
Led by Lorena Uriarte, one of Australia’s celebrated modern quilters, this workshop draws on her years of experience teaching Kawandi in Australia and overseas. Lorena shares her passion for sustainable making, thoughtful design and the joy of stitching by hand.
We’ll provide a kit of reclaimed fabrics and thread, but you’re welcome to bring your own favourite worn out garment or scraps to personalise your piece.
No sewing experience needed, just come ready to slow down, stitch thoughtfully and connect with others while giving new life to old cloth.
Skill level: Complete beginner and ready to learn.
What you will learn:

Basic Quilt as you go Principles

What is included:

A full kit including needles, thread, pins, fabric and batting.
Exceptional tuition with 8 others in the class
Copious cups of tea and coffee

What you need to bring

No need to bring your sewing machine. Everything provided for hand stitching.
Thimble – choose a Clover branded silicon with metal tip thimble
Your glasses, if you need them
Your lunch – microwave, sandwich press and fridge available. Or trot up to a local cafe!

Dates available:
Sunday 12 October, 10am–1pm
OR
Friday 17 October, 6–9pm

Slow Stitching With Soul: Sydney Craft Week Event @ UsefulBox
2025-10-12 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-10-12 08:00 - 17:00 | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia

Quilt Coat Workshop : Boston Spa ( West Yorkshire) w/ Karen Lewis Textiles
2025-09-27 10:00 - 2025-09-28 16:00
Turn your quilt into a coat!
Includes:
2 days of workshops 10am-4pm in Boston Spa, West Yorkshire.
Refreshments including tea, coffee and cake
https://www.karenlewistextiles.com/product/lorena-uriarte-workshop

Hand Pieced Kaleidoscopes : @ Carrefour European Patchwork Meeting; Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines (France)
2025-09-20 14:00 - 17:00
Discover the benefits of hand piecing in this 3-hour Kaleidoscope Kisses workshop, designed for all skill levels.This accessible and enjoyable technique is ideal for those looking for a relaxing, portable, and social way to create quilts without the need for complex equipment.
Participants will learn how to use simple methods to build intricate designs that can look traditional or modern, depending on fabric selection.
The class focuses on accuracy and the joy of slow stitching, encouraging students to appreciate the process as much as the final result.
Hand piecing is a timeless technique that offers flexibility and freedom—perfect for quilting on the go or in peaceful moments at home.
A pattern and template kit are required for the class and must be purchased separately.
By the end of the workshop, students will leave with the skills and confidence to continue their journey with hand-sewn quilts, ready to explore the endless possibilities this meditative craft offers.
Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Ancien lycée, 3 rue Osmont

Kawandi : @ Carrefour European Patchwork Meeting; Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines (France)
2025-09-20 09:30 - 12:30
Explore the vibrant art of Kawandi quilting, a traditional hand-stitched technique rooted in the heritage of the Siddi people of India and Pakistan.
This engaging three-hour workshop is open to all skill levels and offers a hands-on introduction to a slow, meditative style of quilt making.
Participants will learn how to layer fabrics and stitch directly onto a backing using simple running stitches, gradually building beautiful texture and rhythm.
Improvisation and creative freedom are at the heart of this process—each piece evolves naturally, with no need for rulers or rigid planning.
Throughout the session, students are encouraged to work intuitively and enjoy the peaceful, tactile nature of hand stitching.
A complete kit is included, containing all the necessary materials: fabric, thread, and needles.
Participants are only asked to bring a pair of scissors and their favorite thimble.
By the end of the workshop, each person will leave with a one-of-a-kind piece and a deeper appreciation for this meaningful and time-honored textile tradition.
Kawandi

Course location
Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Ancien lycée, 3 rue Osmonthop

Carrefour - European Patchwork Meeting : Alsace, FRANCE
2025-09-18 - 2025-09-21
More info coming!

Hand Quilting Essentials @ UsefulBox Sewing School (Marrickville)
2025-09-14 09:00 - 15:00 | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia
Hand Quilting adds a certain extra pizazz to your quilts and is a skill very easy to learn.
In this class, you will learn all about what threads and needles to use, how to begin and end your stitches, and lots of tips and tricks along the way.
We will be using a simple quilt sandwich of plain fabrics and batting. However, if you have some orphan blocks at home, please do bring them along to work on.
Suitable for beginners, adventurous beginner to advanced sewists.
What you will learn:

Basic hand quilting principles
How to start and finish ends of the quilting
What thread to use
Techniques for tension, how to use the needle and what stitches are best.

What is included:

A full kit including needle, thread, fabrics – You are welcome to bring along a small quilt or a Patchwork block
A take home reference sheet
Exceptional tuition with 5 others in the class
Copious cups of tea and coffee

What you need to bring

Your glasses, if you need them
You are welcome to bring fabric of your own if you would like to use up your stash
Your lunch – Microwave and Fridge available.

Dates available:
Sunday 14 September 10am – 3pm

Modern Wednesday @ My Sewing Supplies (Sylvania)
2025-09-10 10:00 - 16:00 | My Sewing Supplies, 208 Princess Hwy, Sylvania, NSW, 2224, Australia
This class is the rescheduled 3rd Wednesday Class.
Please contact My Sewing Supplies for bookings

https://www.mysewingsupplies.com.au/product-page/sylvania-lorena-uriarte-modern-quilts-wednesday-17-9

Modern Saturday @ My Sewing Supplies (Sylvania)
2025-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 | My Sewing Supplies, 208 Princess Hwy, Sylvania, NSW, 2224, Australia
This class is the rescheduled 3rd Saturday Class.
Please contact My Sewing Supplies for bookings

https://www.mysewingsupplies.com.au/product-page/sylvania-lorena-uriarte-modern-quilts-saturday-20-9

SewClusion Retreat : Galong
2025-08-01 - 2025-08-04
RETREAT!
https://www.fabricsauce.com.au/pages/retreat
Go on the mailing list to receive more information or join the waitlist.

Quilt Coat Workshop : Thorpe & Co {Boolaroo}
2025-07-26 - 2025-07-27 | Thorpe & Co, 15A Main Rd, Boolaroo, NSW, 2284, Australia
2 Day Quilt Coat Workshop
please contact the shop to book your spot directly.

(02) 4929 4456

15a Main RoadBoolaroo, NSW 2284
