Sentimental Stitching Quilt Workshop
Turn much-loved clothing and meaningful textiles into a beautiful, practical quilt in this hands-on Sentimental Stitching: Keepsake Quilt Workshop. Whether you’re holding onto baby clothes, family garments, or special fabrics, you’ll learn how to transform them into a thoughtfully designed quilt to treasure and use.
Designed with beginners in mind, this one-day workshop focuses on accessible techniques, creative planning, and sustainable making. With clear, step-by-step guidance, you’ll select suitable fabrics, plan a simple patchwork layout, and construct a small cot-sized or lap quilt (approximately 60 × 80 cm).
By the end of the day, you’ll have completed your quilt top, prepared the quilt layers, and practised simple quilting or finishing techniques. You’ll also gain the confidence and knowledge to complete or expand your quilt at home.
Learning Outcomes
- Select and prepare garments and textiles suitable for quilting.
- Plan and construct a simple patchwork quilt top using a sewing machine.
- Layer, prepare, and begin finishing a small keepsake quilt.
Course Content
- Choosing and preparing upcycled fabrics.
- Colour, pattern, and layout planning for patchwork.
- Preparing quilt layers (top, batting, backing) and simple finishing techniques.
Schedule & Pricing
- One-day workshop: 9:30am – 3:30pm.
- Location: Rozelle Campus, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039.
- Please check the website for current pricing and availability.
Accessibility
This class takes place in an upper-level room accessible by stairs only. The lift is currently out of service.
Details
You will learn
- How to prepare and cut garments for patchwork quilting
- Techniques to assemble and layer a small quilt
- Simple quilting and finishing methods to complete at home
You will get
- Hands-on guidance from an experienced tutor
- Use of sewing machines and basic quilting tools
- Quilt batting, fusible interfacing, and spray adhesive
Appropriate for
Beginners, confident beginners, and makers interested in sustainable textile upcycling. No prior quilting experience required.
Preparation
What to bring
- Upcycled garments or fabrics (enough for approx. 20 x 15×15 cm squares)
- Backing fabric (new fabric or repurposed sheet)
- Any special textiles you wish to include in your quilt
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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