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SUMMARY:Retreat Bag @UsefulBox (Marrickville)
DESCRIPTION:Quilted Retreat Bag Workshop with Lorena Uriarte\nSkill Level: Basic Knowledge of Machine Sewing \nJoin Lorena Uriarte\, a renowned Modern Quilter\, to make this charming zip pouch featuring your own quilted panels. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself\, the Emmaline Retreat Bag is a clever design by @emmalinebags\, featuring special hardware that allows the bag to open wide for easy access to your items. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nInserting a zipper\nCreating boxed corners\nBasic bag construction\n\nUse up your scraps for a Kawandi-inspired exterior\, or incorporate Boro\, Sashiko\, or other quilted panels. Have some orphaned patchwork blocks or a special piece of fabric? They’ll work beautifully for this pouch! To make the large version\, you’ll need two pieces of fabric at least 18.5” x 12” each. \nSpecial Offer:\nYou can take Lorena’s Kawandi class on 22 March and bring your finished piece to use for your Retreat Bag! Book both classes and get $25 off—details provided when you book the Kawandi class first. \nWhat’s Included: \n\nExpert tuition with Lorena and 5 other students\nUnlimited tea\, coffee\, and maybe a special treat from Lorena herself\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nStudio sewing machines available or bring your own!\nTwo pieces of outer fabric (at least 18.5” x 12” each)\nTwo pieces of inner fabric (at least 18.5” x 12” each)\nGlasses\, if needed\nLunch—microwave\, sandwich press\, and fridge available\, or explore the local cafes\n\nKits: \n\nSmall kit: $45\nLarge kit: $55\nKits with interfacing and frames must be ordered when booking your spot.\n\nDates Available: \n\nSunday 19 April\, 10 am to 3 pm\nSunday 19 July\, 10 am to 3 pm\n\nSign up now for a fun and creative day of bag-making!
URL:https://lorenauriarte.com/classes/retreat-bag-usefulbox-marrickville-3/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:UsefulBox\, 39-43 Shepherd St\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Retreat Bag,UsefulBox
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SUMMARY:Retreat Bag Workshop @ UsefulBox MARRICKVILLE
DESCRIPTION:Quilted Retreat Bag\nIntermediate\nCreate a Wide-Opening Zipper Pouch with Quilted Panels \nJoin renowned modern quilter Lorena Uriarte and learn how to create the clever and practical Emmaline Retreat Bag — a beautifully structured zip pouch that opens wide for easy access. \nThis workshop is perfect for turning your quilted panels\, Kawandi stitching\, Boro\, Sashiko\, orphan blocks or favourite fabrics into a functional\, professional-looking bag. Whether you use treasured scraps or a bold statement fabric\, you’ll leave with a finished pouch and new bag-making skills. \nSKILL LEVEL ADVANCED BEGINNER to INTERMEDIATE -Basic knowledge of machine sewing required -Comfortable sewing straight seams \nNOTE: The required hardware and interfacing kit must be purchased along with your class booking and can be added at checkout. Small kit — $45 Large kit — $55
URL:https://lorenauriarte.com/classes/retreat-bag-workshop-usefulbox-marrickville/
LOCATION:UsefulBox\, 39-43 Shepherd St\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="UsefulBox":MAILTO:hello@usefulbox.com.au
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SUMMARY:Quick Start Quilting : UsefulBox (Marrickville)
DESCRIPTION:Quick Quilting: Quilt-As-You-Go Placemats\nThis fun\, fast-paced quilting class is perfect for absolute beginners and for those who’ve dabbled in quilting and want a satisfying\, low-pressure project. \nUsing the quilt-as-you-go method\, you’ll create a beautiful\, practical quilted placemat while learning the essential building blocks of quilting — without the overwhelm of a full quilt. It’s a great introduction to quilting or a confidence-boosting refresher. \nMore details here: \nQuick Start Quilting : QAYG Placemat
URL:https://lorenauriarte.com/classes/quick-start-quilting-usefulbox-marrickville/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:UsefulBox\, 39-43 Shepherd St\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204\, Australia
CATEGORIES:UsefulBox
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SUMMARY:Quick Quilting QAYG Placemat @UsefulBox MARRICKVILLE
DESCRIPTION:Quick Quilting: Quilt-As-You-Go Placemats\nBeginner\nYour quick start to Quilting \nThis fun\, fast-paced quilting class is perfect for absolute beginners and for those who’ve dabbled in quilting and want a satisfying\, low-pressure project. \nUsing the quilt-as-you-go method\, you’ll create a beautiful\, practical quilted placemat while learning the essential building blocks of quilting — without the overwhelm of a full quilt. It’s a great introduction to quilting or a confidence-boosting refresher. \nJoin Lorena Uriarte\, renowned Modern Quilter\, to discover just how approachable (and addictive!) quilting can be. \nThis class is designed to give you quick wins\, real understanding\, and a finished project — perfect if you’ve ever felt intimidated by quilting but always wanted to try. \nThe Project: \n-You’ll make one or more quilt-as-you-go placemats (time and pace dependent)\, learning how quilting layers are built\, stitched\, and finished as you go. \nThis method allows you to: \n-Quilt and piece at the same time -Avoid handling bulky layers -Achieve professional-looking results quickly \nSkill Level –> Beginner & Beyond No quilting experience needed. You should be comfortable using a sewing machine and sewing a straight line. \n\n\nWhy you’ll love this course\n\nWho this class is for: \nComplete beginners to quilting\nConfident sewists curious about quilting techniques\nQuilters wanting a quick\, modern project with clean finishes\nAnyone who wants to learn quilting in a relaxed\, achievable way\n\n\n\nWhat you will learn\n\nQuilting fundamentals using the quilt-as-you-go technique\nAccurate fabric cutting\nPiecing and construction for quilted projects\nHow to work with batting and backing\nMachine quilting basics\nClean edge finishing and binding options\nTips and tricks for neat\, modern results\n\n\n\nClass format\n\nRelaxed\, supportive teaching in a small group\nNo prep required — your kit will be waiting for you\nPlenty of hands-on guidance and troubleshooting\nA finished (or very nearly finished) placemat by the end of class\nSkills you can immediately apply to larger quilting projects
URL:https://lorenauriarte.com/classes/quick-quilting-qayg-placemat-usefulbox-marrickville/
LOCATION:UsefulBox\, 39-43 Shepherd St\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Kawandi @UsefulBox (Marrickville)
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nKawandi with Lorena Uriarte\nSkill Level: Absolute Beginner – Ready to Learn! \nJoin Lorena Uriarte for a fun and informative class where you’ll learn the basics of Kawandi Quilt-as-You-Go. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nFundamental scrap patchwork principles\nThe unique technique behind Kawandi stitching\n\nSpecial Offer:\nBook Lorena’s Quilted Retreat Bag Class on 23 March and use your completed Kawandi piece for your bag! Enjoy a $25 discount when you book both classes—details provided upon booking the Kawandi class first. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRetreat Bag – Add on class 23 March! \nWhat’s Included: \n\nA full kit with needles\, thread\, pins\, fabric\, and batting\nExpert tuition with Lorena and 11 other students\nUnlimited cups of tea and coffee\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nNo sewing machine needed—everything is provided for hand stitching\nA thimble (Clover silicon with metal tip recommended)\nGlasses\, if you need them\nLunch—microwave\, sandwich press\, and fridge available\, or pop up to a local café\n\nDates: \n\nSunday 20 March 2026\, 10 am to 3 pm\nSunday 18 October 2026\, 10am to 3pm\n\nSign up now for a fun and relaxed day of quilting with expert guidance and great company!
URL:https://lorenauriarte.com/classes/kawandi-usefulbox-marrickville-8/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:UsefulBox\, 39-43 Shepherd St\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Kawandi Workshop,Retreat Bag,UsefulBox
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SUMMARY:Kawandi @ UsefulBox MARRICKVILLE
DESCRIPTION:Kawandi
URL:https://lorenauriarte.com/classes/kawandi-usefulbox-marrickville-9/
LOCATION:UsefulBox\, 39-43 Shepherd St\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204\, Australia
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