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KAWANDI: My Sewing Supplies (Sylvania)

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Kawandi Workshop with LorenaLorena stitches kawandi with bright colourful fabrics.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kawandi is a practice of slow making. In this hands-on workshop we stitch intuitively, building layers of cloth, rhythm and texture through hand quilting and repetition. Suitable for all skill levels, it offers a relaxed, improvisational approach and is a wonderful way to use up fabric scraps. A kit will be provided.

Make a modern style quilt – Lorena Uriarte

3rd Wednesday of the month

10am – 4pm each day

Tuition fee is $90

 

Lorena has many of her own quilt options and styles to choose from, Ring Cycles, Opal Essence, Winding Ways, Kawandi, Court House Steps, Sakura Breeze just to name a few.

 

Or you could learn the basics for patchwork piecing by making one of Lorena’s other quilts including a sampler quilt. It has options to do varying blocks or to make a quilt repeating the block you like. Lorena will show you how to make blocks and guide you to make a quilt that has your style built into it.

 

The fabric/ requirements, templates and if needed commercial patterns are in addition to the tuition fee. Price will depend on what you choose. We have a big selection and price point in store. We are happy to help you.

 

This class is held at our Sylvania Store

208 Princes Highway Sylvania NSW 2224

 

Please read our terms and conditions prior to booking

Terms and Conditions | my-sewing-supplies (mysewingsupplies.com.au)

 

Please select in store pick up as your freight option to avoid the minimum charge.

 

Requirements list is available if you want to see them before booking. Please reach out online or in store.

Hand Pieced Kaleidoscopes : @ Carrefour European Patchwork Meeting; Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines (France)

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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

c. 2015 Lorena Uriarte