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
