We might be biased but we think making a beautiful patchwork quilt in our colourful textile studio really is the perfect way to spend a weekend. Join us, and learn a whole array of embroidery, patchwork and quilting skills. Your patchworks can either be hung on the wall or quilted and used on a bed or sofa. You might have noticed we used to teach banners and quilts together, we’ve decided to focus this weekend primarily on quilts so that your teacher Lydia can give even more quilting tips and demonstrations.

What will be included:

• Two days of teaching from Lydia - founder of MMW

• Designing intuitively, responding to fabrics and shapes

• Patchwork, appliqué, embroidery and many more sewing techniques

• Machine quilting, backing and edging techniques

• Introduction to using our PFAFF sewing machines

• Delving into our epic patchwork fabric stash you can pick out a whole array of fabrics to make your patchworks. If you want to back the quilts you will need to purchase those additional materials separately, we can help you choose your backing during the lesson

• If you don’t finish your quilt in one weekend that’s no problem, we all know these processes take time and devotion. You can always join our Open Studio or Quilt Club sessions to finish them off.

When: Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th October 2024, 10am till 4pm

Where: Made My Wardrobe Studio, 27 Portland Square, Bristol, BS2 8SA

Who: This course will be taught by Lydia Higginson. Lydia started Made My Wardrobe in 2016, since then she has taught over 500 people how to make their own clothes in workshops across the UK. Her quilt-making practice was passed down to her by her mother twenty years ago. When she’s not facilitating workshops, she’s a Costume Maker for theatre and live performance. She loves demystifying the tricky bits of sewing and getting folks flying on well oiled sewing machines. She’s a big believer everyone is creative, folks just need the time and space to let it out

FAQs

Is this workshop open to beginners?

• Yes, we are welcoming all levels of sewers on this workshop. We often find having varying degrees of experience adds to the atmosphere for all involved. We will form a supportive, encouraging, creative environment for one another. Even if you have never used a sewing machine before we can coach you through all the basics and get you making magic patchworks!

What about food and accommodation?

• We’ll provide the, coffee and sweet treats

• We can recommend lots of cafes and tasty spots nearby for lunch or you are welcome to bring a packed lunch and eat in our light and spacious kitchen.

• We have decided to ask participants to make their own accommodation arrangements on this occasion. There is a beautiful boutique hotel next door to the studio called Artist Residence if you feel like treating yourself.

• If you are visiting Bristol from out of town, we have a handy guide full of top tips here

What is your cancellation policy?

• If you can no longer attend a workshop please let us know as far in advance as possible. We can usually re-sell your place and give you a 75% refund, but we cannot guarantee this if you cancel at the last minute.