Workshops
Beginners Quilt
These are held once a month every 3rd Wed and every 3rd Sat of the month.
Bring your own project or let us help choose one, feel free to come in to the store and chose your materials and any equipment you may need before the class.
We get you started on your project and give ongoing help throughout to completion.
$20 per day plus materials
E-mail us with any questions or to register
Groups
Friends of the Barn Koha Quilt Group
The Friends of the Barn group makes Koha quilts for charititable organisations and those in need.
Fabrics are donated by generous quilters, thereby helping to reduce an out of control stash!
Women’s Refuge, Foster NZ, Hospice and Birthright are just some of the recipients of the quilts made by this group.
Friends of the Barn meet on the 1st Wed of the month, new members are always welcome.
Tuesday Group
Meets every Tuesday to sew and socialise, new members welcome.
Wednesday Group
Meets every 2nd Wed of the month to sew and socialise, new members welcome.
Friday Knitters
Meets weekly- new members welcome.
Phone or e-mail us to find out more
Learn to Knit and Learn to Crochet
Last Sunday of the month - Next workshop July 30th
Learn to Knit - a beanie
Learn to Crochet - dishcloth
10am - 4pm
Class Fee $15.00
School Holiday Classes
6th July - 1 - 4pm
Hexagon Mug Rug
Make a fun little "mug rug" in your choice of colours and fabric so it will match your bedroom or the decor of the person you'll be giving it to.
Class Fee $15 plus materials
School Holiday Classes
12th July 1-4pm
Mini Bag
Learn how to make a simple bag perfect for carrying all your essentials.
Class Fee $15 plus materials
Save Your Favourite Clothes from Landfill.
16th July 10am - 4pm
Save your favourite clothes from landfill by - Mending
Want to wear that favourite garment again but it needs mending?
We will show you how. Bring your garments to be mended.
Class Fee $30 plus materials
Symposium Bag
12th and 13th August 10am - 4pm
Originally Designed for the Timaru Symposium.
This bag contains a divided pocket internally and outside pockets.
Class fee $60 plus materials
Panel Quilt
10th Sept 10am - 4pm
Do you have a panel or would like to make a quilt using a panel - but not sure how to do it?
We have some great ideas for you to complete a quilt.
Class Fee $30 plus materials
Prism Kaleidoscope Quilt
Date to be confirmed - March 2024
The pattern and the fabric are by Jason Yenter.
This quilt is only available as a kit. There are 2 shades - blue or green to choose from.
Class Fee $60 plus materials
Mixed Media Wall Hanging
23rd & 24th Sept 10am - 4pm
This is a creative class using painting, free motion quilting and Lumiere paints to enhance your picture.
Tutors are Claire Vallance and Gayle Stewart.
Picture is an example only. See instore for the pictures available to create.
Class Fee $90 plus materials. ( A 3rd day to be decided amongst participants).
Morning Light Bag
15th October 10am - 4pm
Made from this preprinted panel. Easy to construct and perfect for beginners.
Class Fee $15 plus materials