Lorena Uriarte

Beyond Beginner Quilting : UsefulBox (Marrickville)
2024-07-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-16 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-12 10:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Sydney) | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia

2nd Saturday Class : 60 Stitches (Warriewood)
2024-07-13 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-11 10:00 - 15:00 | 60 Stitches, 1301/ 4 Daydream St, Warriewood, NSW, 2101, Australia
More info, choose date and payment here:
2nd Saturday Class : Warriewood

Quilt Coat : Fabric Garden (Neutral Bay)
2024-07-06 10:00 - 2024-07-07 15:00 | Fabric Garden, Suite 15, 185 Military Rd, Neutral Bay, NSW, 2089, Australia

Melbourne : GJ's Fabrics
2024-06-28 09:00 - 2024-06-30 16:00 | GJs Discount Fabrics, 31 Steane Street, Fairfield, Victoria, 3078, Australia
Join me for a Crafty Extravaganza from June 28th to 30th!
Are you ready for a creative adventure that spans three exciting days? Join me for three days of workshops where you get to choose your own crafting path!
Workshop Details:
Dates: Friday 28th, Saturday 29th, and Sunday 30th June
Location: The spacious and well-lit classroom upstairs at GJ’s in Fairfield. Enjoy ample street parking and a shop stocked with all the supplies you’ll need.
Classes Offered:

Quilt Coat Class: BOOK HERE!

Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Dive into creating your very own quilt coat. This class spans two days to ensure you can perfect your creation.

Retreat Bag Class: BOOK HERE!

Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Craft a stylish retreat bag perfect for carrying your crafting essentials. This class is designed to be completed in a single day.

Kawandi Class: BOOK HERE!

Time: 10:30 am – 3:30 pm
Explore the traditional quilting technique of kawandi. While this class can be completed in a day, those wishing to turn their kawandi piece into a bag may need additional time or careful instruction.

Workshop Logistics:

Each day, classes will have staggered start times to accommodate all participants.
A friendly workshop assistant will be on hand to provide guidance and support throughout the sessions.

Fees:

from $150 per day: This fee covers the workshop session, morning tea, and lunch.
Please note: The fee does not include your choice of quilt coat pattern. A prep & requirement list is provided in each class description. An additional fee is charged for larger kits in the Kawandi or Retreat Bag classes.

Additional Kits:

Extra or larger kits are available to order.

Reserve Your Spot:
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to do these popular classes! Whether you attend for one, two, or all three days, you’re guaranteed to have a wonderful time crafting and connecting with fellow quilters. Reserve your spot now and get ready to create something fun!

Fabric & Notions Requirements for Quilt Coat Class:

Quilt Sizing: For sizes up to 18, a 60” square quilt will typically suffice. Larger sizes or hooded coats may require additional quilted pieces or a larger quilt. Ensure you have enough quilted fabric by printing out pattern pieces and checking them before class. You can also opt to patch and quilt pieces separately for each pattern piece rather than cut up a full sized quilt.
Preparation: If possible, pre-shrink your quilt by washing it with cool water and colour catchers.
Quilt Style: Simple one-block quilts are easiest to work with, quilts with multiple or large borders can pose challenges but can work with proper pattern placement.
Quilting Density and Wadding: Lighter quilting and wadding result in a lighter and softer coat. Opt for all-over, diagonal, or gridded quilting patterns, avoiding densely or horizontal line quilted fabrics.
Backing/Lining Fabric: Consider backing your quilt with cotton lawn, voile, or sateen to reduce bulk.
Bias Binding: You’ll need at least 5 meters of 2” cut bias binding. You can make your own bias binding or purchase pre-made bias tape. Alternatively, reuse old quilt binding.
Buttons or Press Studs: 4-5 1” buttons or heavy-duty metal press studs.
Thread: Use 40wt cotton for machine piecing and 50wt cotton for slip-stitching binding.
General Sewing Supplies: Ensure you have a walking foot, pins, wonder clips, hand sewing needles, permanent marker, erasable marker or chalk pen, scissors, fabric glue, and a quick unpick.

Pattern Options:

Grainline Studio – Tamarack Jacket with two size ranges (0-18 & 14-32) as well as optional pattern extensions.
Patchwork & Poodles – Patchwork Chore Coat, which includes a hood and pockets.
Crinkle Dreams – The Elemental Coat, includes many options

Remember to download and print out your chosen coat pattern in the correct size, and follow the individual pattern instructions for measuring, sizing, and printing at home. If unsure, size up. Trace pattern pieces onto Trace & Toil (or mid weight interfacing), cut the left & right front and sleeve pieces, and ensure all relevant pattern markings are copied. Don’t forget to label each piece with your name.

Feel free to email me with any questions!

Requirements for Retreat Bag Class:

Fabric Selection: Students are required to provide their own fabric for the outer shell and lining of the retreat bag. For a small bag, you’ll need a Fat Quarter for the outer fabric and half a meter for the lining. For a large bag, you’ll need half a meter of each fabric for the outer and lining.
Notions: Bring along matching thread, top stitching sewing machine needles , pins, scissors, a rotary cutter and cutting mat (if preferred), measuring tape, and a seam ripper.
Sewing Machine: Bring your sewing machine in good working condition, along with its manual and any accessories you may need, such as a quarter inch foot, zipper foot or walking foot.
Iron and Ironing Board: Irons and ironing boards will be available for use during the class. You may wish to bring a small personal iron for pressing seams and applying interfacing as needed.

Ensure you have all necessary materials and tools prepared before the class, as the printed pattern, interfacings and hardware required for constructing the retreat bag will be included in the provided kit.

Requirements for Kawandi Class:

Personal Items: Don’t forget to bring your glasses if you require them for close work. Additionally, bring your favorite thimble to aid in hand stitching, as well as a small pair of scissors for trimming threads and fabric.
Provided Kit: A complete kit containing everything you need to make a 45cm kawandi will be provided for each participant. This kit includes all necessary materials such as fabrics, threads, pins and needles.

Cancellation Policy: We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, leading to the need for cancellation. However, due to travel arrangements from interstate, we kindly request a minimum of 7 DAYS notice for cancellations. This allows us to attempt to fill your reserved spot or accommodate any changes effectively. Alternatively, you are welcome to send a replacement attendee in your place.
For participants who have purchased kits, arrangements can be made to have them mailed to you upon cancellation. Please note that rescheduling of the workshop in Melbourne will not be possible in 2024.
Regrettably, failure to provide notice within the stipulated timeframe or non-attendance on the day of the class will result in forfeiture of the entire class fee. This policy is in place to account for the costs incurred in travel arrangements and the inability to fill the vacant spot at short notice.
In the event that we need to cancel or reschedule a workshop, every effort will be made to notify you promptly. If rescheduling is not feasible or if you prefer not to reschedule, a full refund of the class fee will be provided. We strive to provide more than 48 hours notice for any cancellations or changes.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation regarding our cancellation policy. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

Retreat Bag: Illawarra Quilters
2024-06-22 10:00 - 16:00 | NSW
Illawarra Quilters Inc Workshop

Modern Quilting : My Sewing Supplies (Sylvania)
2024-06-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-06-15 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-18 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-20 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-16 10:00 - 15:00 | My Sewing Supplies, 208 Princess Hwy, Sylvania, NSW, 2224, Australia

Sewjourn
2024-06-06 08:00 - 2024-06-10 17:00 | NSW
Private event

Ultimate Travel Bag : Fabric Garden (Neutral Bay)
2024-06-01 10:00 - 2024-06-02 16:00 | Fabric Garden, Suite 15, 185 Military Rd, Neutral Bay, NSW, 2089, Australia
Join Lorena Uriarte for a 2 day ByAnnie bag making workshop at Fabric Garden in Neutral Bay, Sydney. You will learn how to make ByAnnie’s Ultimate Travel Bag!
Please note that this is class is not suitable for beginners!
Tutor: Lorena Uriarte
Time: 10:00 am – 16:00 pm (includes 30 minute lunch break)
Dates:

Saturday, 1st June
Sunday, 2nd June

Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced
About the course:
In the 2 days you should be able to complete the Ultimate Travel Bag.

Confident sewers will love the challenge of creating this functional and stylish travel bag.
Learn lots of techniques including working with mesh, creating handles, using hardware and binding. Lots of tips to help you create more Byannie projects.
The perfect travel companion, this functional bag includes a comfortable padded adjustable carrying strap and quick-grab side handles, as well as a handy trolley sleeve on back to secure the bag to rolling luggage.
Zippered and slip pockets on the front, back, and ends plus a full-height zippered pocket and three more slip pockets inside will keep everything organized and close at hand.

Quilt Coat (2 Days): Precious Time, TOOWOOMBA
2024-05-24 - 2024-05-25 | Precious Time Fabric & Quilts, 29 David St, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia
Contact Precious Time Fabric & Quilts directly for booking information.

Quilt Clinic : UsefulBox (Marrickville)
2024-05-17 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-04-19 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-03-15 09:30 - 12:00 | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia

Scraptastic Quilting : UsefulBox (Marrickville)
2024-04-21 10:00 - 15:00 | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia
QUILT WITH YOUR SCRAPS
Scrap advocate and renowned Modern Quilter, Lorena Uriarte, wants to show you how to love those scraps you have lurking and make them into something you love!
We all want to be more sustainable in our sewing practice, we all want to learn something new and we all want to have fun doing it! This is THAT CLASS!
Lorena is passionate about sustainability and showing us how she uses her scraps and offcuts to make something amazing. So she will take you, & your scraps, by the hand in this class and you’ll sew up a cute quilted coin purse together.
All you need to bring is your machine and your offcuts, hand me downs, doilies, anything you have waiting for new life….Plus Lorena will likely bake something too!
ALL OF THE SKILLS LEARNED IN THIS CLASS ARE TRANSFERABLE TO ANY TYPE OF QUILTING, GARMENT SEWING, BAG MAKING OR PATCHWORK.

Kawandi : AQC
2024-04-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson St, Carlton Gardens, Melbourne, Victoria, 3053, Australia
Kawandi are traditional utility quilts made by the Siddi community of India. Each quilt has a beautiful texture. Traditionally, they are made from sari scraps, patched and stitched together from the outer edges of a foundation piece.
This is a technique class where you will learn the art of Kawandi hand-stitching and the quilt-as-you-go method. This means that you will piece and quilt your sampler at the same time.
The Kawandi process of piecing and hand stitching is mindful and relaxing. Choosing each new fabric addition, whether a solid or print, then stitching it in place, is meditative and creative.
The expected outcome of the class is that you will complete a Kawandi sampler piece, of about 45cm (18″) square.
Skill level: All

Winding Ways : AQC
2024-04-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson St, Carlton Gardens, Melbourne, Victoria, 3053, Australia
The traditional block Winding Ways is also known as The Wheel of Mystery. Learn the magic of secondary design and accurate curved machine piecing. Discover how to transform your scraps into a cohesive design using colour and value, or use an ombre fabric for a simple, no waste design.
This workshop will focus on machine piecing the 12″ Winding Ways block to create interesting secondary patterns. The exercise can be simple or complex, traditional or modern, depending on the fabric choice.
You will learn how simple gentle curves yield an impressive impact, how fabric choices can change your quilt’s look, the impact of fussy cutting and how to make a secondary design ‘pop’. You’ll achieve accurate cutting and curved piecing techniques using the 12″ Winding Ways acrylic templates.
There is an option to create a straight or scalloped quilt edge, for those seeking an extra challenge!
The expected outcome of the class is that you will make enough blocks to create a cushion or small quilt.
Skill level: Basic skills required
Materials: The 12″ Winding Ways Template Set is required for this class.
Kit cost: $45 for templates, payable direct to the tutor. Please have the exact amount in cash in an envelope with your name on, to hand to the tutor at the start of the class.

Quilt Coat (2 Days) : AQC
2024-04-11 10:00 - 2024-04-12 17:00 | Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson St, Carlton Gardens, Melbourne, Victoria, 3053, Australia
Do you have a quilt that no longer sparks joy? Or want to be warm and cosy in the latest cottagecore trend? Learn how to confidently transform a quilt or quilted panels into a quilt coat.
You can use a completed quilt, pre-quilted fabric or specifically make quilted panels according to the coat pattern requirements.
Learn how to choose the right pattern, how quilting and wadding can affect drape, how to cut pattern pieces including collar, hood and pocket options if applicable. You’ll also learn how to sew together a quilt coat, the technique of adding bias-binding to seams and see demonstrations of buttonhole and press stud closures.
You will leave with a completed quilt coat with possibly some binding to stitch at home.
Skill level: Basic skills to advanced.
Students must be confident in using sewing patterns and machines.
The quilt must be quilted prior to the class.

Kawandi : Fabric Garden (Neutral Bay)
2024-04-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Fabric Garden, Suite 15, 185 Military Rd, Neutral Bay, NSW, 2089, Australia

Kawandi: Thread Botanica (Mittagong)
2024-04-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Thread Botanica, 16A Bowral Road, Mittagong, NSW, Australia
please contact Sally at Thread Botanica for booking details.
Lorena Uriate – Kawandi Workshop – Saturday 2nd November, 2024.

Kawandi : ATASDA (Epping)
2024-03-13 09:30 - 16:30 | NSW

Retreat Bag : UsefulBox (Marrickville)
2024-03-10 10:00 - 15:00 | UsefulBox, 39-43 Shepherd St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia
Join Lorena Uriarte, renewed Modern Quilter, to learn how to make this super cute zip pouch featuring your own quilted panels!
Have you been looking for your next zippy pouch project? Something practical to make for friends or to treat yourself. Look no further than the Emmaline Retreat Bag. It’s such a clever pattern, designed by @emmalinebags using their special hardware that opens wide for easy access to the contents of your pouch.
Use up your scraps and make a Kawandi inspired exterior, or maybe you’ve got some Boro or Sashiko or simply Quilted panels you’d like to put to work. A special piece of fabric or orphaned patchwork blocks would also work well. To make the large pouch you’ll need two (2) pieces at least 18.5” x 12” each.
