We’re thrilled to announce that, due to popular demand, we’re now offering a patchwork option in our Pick Your Project workshops! Whether you’re new to patchwork or looking to build on your skills, you can choose from a variety of exciting projects and let us help you create something amazing.
Pick your project and book your spot today!
Disappearing 9 Patch Quilt Top (Confident Beginner) – This simple yet stunning quilt is perfect for those ready to try their hand at quilting. The magic happens when you shuffle the quilt blocks, revealing beautiful new patterns! Quilt size: 56½” (1.45m) square. Please note this workshop covers the quilt top only.
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
- How to cut out your quilt panels
- How to sew with a 1/4″ seam allowance
- How to accurately join blocks together
- How to cut and reassemble blocks
- How to press seams
Striped Tote Bag (Confident Beginner) – This roomy and stylish striped tote is a quick afternoon project that’s perfect for beginners. Designed by Janet Goddard for Makower UK, this tote measures 16″ x 14½” x 4½” (40cm x 37cm x 11.5cm), excluding handles.
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
- How to cut out your panels
- How to stitch the panels together
- How to sew a box corner
- How to quilt your bag panels
- How to sew handles
- How to assemble the tote bag
Josie Patchwork Bag (Confident Beginner) – This quilted tote bag with an adjustable crossbody strap is both practical and stylish. Also designed by Janet Goddard for Makower UK, this bag measures 14″ x 12″ x 4″ (34cm x 30cm x 10cm), excluding the strap.
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
- How to cut out your panels
- How to stitch the panels together
- How to sew a box corner
- How to quilt your bag panels
- How to sew and assemble the adjustable strap
- How to assemble the tote bag
Geometric Patchwork Cushion (Intermediate) – Add a pop of colour to your home with this cheerful, rainbow patchwork cushion! Using foundation paper piecing, you’ll create vibrant geometric blocks. The cushion has a simple envelope back and measures 16″ square (40cm).
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
- How to create the geometric panels using foundation paper piecing
- How to cut out your panels
- How to assemble the cushion front
- How to quilt the cushion front
- How to sew the cushion together
Whether you’re a confident beginner or ready to take on a fun challenge, we can’t wait to help you bring your patchwork project to life. Book your spot today and get ready to sew something special!
Please let us know your chosen project in the ‘Notes’ section at the checkout.
You will be able to take your pattern and instructions home so you may sew many more (they make great gifts!).
PLEASE NOTE: in order to maximise sewing time, we may ask you to cut out some of your fabrics at home.
What is included:
Detailed notes for future reference;
Use of our tools and equipment;
Expert instruction;
Maximum of class size of 6 people;
Your own desk with a storage cupboard underneath;
Tea/coffee and biscuits (sewing essentials!);
10% discount on further workshop bookings made whilst attending the workshop (excludes Social Sewing and Sip ‘n’ Sew);
Free parking (Burghley Street carpark is the nearest).
You will need to bring (all materials are available to purchase from our studio online or by appointment beforehand):
Thread (we recommend a good quality thread such as Gutermann Sew-All).
Quarter inch foot for your sewing machine.
Your sewing machine (including the pedal!!). All machines must be in good working order and should we deem a sewing machine unsafe, you will not be allowed to use it. However, please let us know in advance if you need to use one of ours at a cost of £5 per workshop.
For disappearing 9 patch quilt top:
9 coordinating cotton fabric fat quarters (each 20” x 22” / 50cm x 55cm)
For striped tote bag:
Fabric One (base) – 0.15m x 112cm/42” wide cotton fabric (1473/S9 – linen texture charcoal)
Fabric Two (outer bag stripes) – 0.1m x 112cm/42” wide cotton fabric (2403/T – leopard jade)
Fabric Three (outer bag stripes and handles) – fat quarter cotton fabric (2427/T – sarasa dusty turquoise)
Fabric Four (outer bag stripes) – 0.1m x 112cm/42” wide cotton fabric (2401/T – zebra cool topaz)
Fabric Five (outer bag stripes) – 0.1m x 112cm/42” wide cotton fabric (2425/T – cheeky cheetah)
Fabric Six (lining) – 0.5m x 112cm/42” wide cotton fabric (2424/Y – floral yellow mimosa)
Fusible wadding – 0.6m
Webbing (handles) – 1.5m
For Josie patchwork bag:
Fabric A – fat quarter
Fabric B – fat quarter
Fabric C – 55cm x 112cm/42” wide
Fabric D (lining) – 40cm x 112cm/42” wide
Fusible wadding – 50cm x 115cm/45” wide
25mm adjusting buckle
25mm rectangle loops for bags (pack of 2)
Magnetic bag closure
For geometric patchwork cushion:
Sashing and cushion back – 50cm x 112cm wide fabric
Rainbow blocks – 11 of 10cm x 112cm wide fabric strips in different colours
50cm x fusible wadding
16” cushion pad
Tutor:
Leanne de Lima Araujo – Leanne is the owner of Gather ‘N’ Sew and has been teaching popular sewing workshops for 10 years. She loves to share her passion for sewing and believes that everyone can sew. Her sewing adventures began over 40 years ago when she was allowed to turn the handle on her Mum’s Singer sewing machine and since then when she is not at work, she is busy making garments, quilts, soft furnishings, bags and gifts. Most of the bags, quilts and other items taught in our workshops have been designed by Leanne. Find out more.
Booking information:
How to book:
All workshops must be paid for in full at the time of booking.
Bookings may be made online, over the phone or in the shop and can be made up to 24 hours before the start of the workshop provided there are spaces available.
Due to the limited availability of places and the costs incurred in running a workshop, payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable unless someone can be found to take your place. So, please check your diary carefully before making a booking.
By booking a workshop you agree to all of our terms and conditions.
Cancellations:
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel a booking, please contact us as soon as possible. Sometimes we have a waiting list and may be able to find someone to replace you.
In the unlikely event that we will need to cancel a workshop due to not having enough attendees to make the workshop viable, staff illness or exceptional circumstances, we will give you at least 24 hours notice via e-mail and offer you a transfer, full refund, or voucher.
If you are running late for a workshop, please ring us to let us know. Unfortunately, if you are more than half an hour late, you will be unable to attend as there won’t be enough time to catch up and it will be disruptive to the other attendees.
Attending the workshop:
Within one week of booking, we will send you a confirmation e-mail. If you don’t receive one, please check your spam/junk folder.
The e-mail will include a full list of materials required, all of which are available to purchase in the shop or from our website. Please contact us ASAP with any queries.
All materials required must be purchased prior to attending the workshop.
A reminder e-mail will be sent one week before the workshop date.
For all workshops (apart from Know Your Machine) you will need to know how to use a sewing machine.
To save time we highly recommend that you wind your bobbin and thread your machine at home.
Please arrive a little before the start of the workshop so you can get set up and there is no delay or disruption to other workshop attendees. Admittance to the classroom will be permitted 15 minutes before the start of the class.
During each workshop you will make the item we have designed and to the dimensions we have specified.
Details of nearby parking facilities are listed on our Visit Us page.
