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Geisha in the Moonlight

February 22nd, 2012

We currently have Leesa Chandlers quilt "Geisha in the Moonlight" in the store. This is a workshop that Leesa will be teaching for us during our retreat: Quilting in the Highlands 28th July till 31st July. 

Geshia in the Moonlight

This is a stunning quilt that Leesa has designed featuring needleturn applique and several other hand sewing methods.

On the first day we work on the border blocks first to learn needleturn, 3D work, paper piecing, bias making, stem stump work and cherry blossoms. On the second day we review what was covered on day one and then work on the Geisha. All techniques are demonstrated, keeping in mind that the Geisha is all needleturn and 3D/bagged out work, so much simpler than Day 1! General techniques are also covered such as transferring patterns onto background, quilt as you go techniques to assemble the quilt and all that cool stuff you don't get in the pattern.

Quilting in the Highlands is a fantastic quilting retreat that we will be holding Saturday 28th July till Tuesday 31st July. There are 10 different classes that you can book into. Our teachers for this retreat including Carol Doak, Melinda Bula, Sue Dennis and Michele Hill. You can book for just 1 of the 2 day classes or stay for all 4 days. These classes are designed for all skill levels.

For further information about this retreat and the workshops that Leesa will be teaching please go to www.berrimapatchwork.com.au/quilting/





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Free Pattern from Riley Blake Designs

February 22nd, 2012

I was checking out the Riley Blake Designs website today and came across this super cute pattern for this pincushion.

Riley Blake Designs

If you have never tried cathedral windows then this is a great project to try this method out. It uses 10" Squares which is good if you have any layer cake pieces leftover from another project. This free project is available by CLICKING HERE or going to http://www.rileyblakedesigns.com/cutting-corners/2012/02/17/cathedral-window-pincushion/


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New Fabric in Store: Flying Colors II

February 17th, 2012

Brand new collection now in store at Berrima Patchwork, called Flying Colours II. This collection has been designed by Laurel Burch for Clothworks Textiles.

Flying Colors features beautiful and colourful butterflies and dragonflies. There is a selection of colours including blues, mavues, creams and blacks. 

 Laurel Burch Flying Colors

Laurel Burch Flying Colors 

The full collection has been loading onto our Berrima Patchwork Online Shop CLICK HERE to view

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Clothworks has created a free pattern using this collection

Laurel Burch Flying Colors

You can download this free pattern by CLICKING HERE


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Free Pattern 12" Block: Prairie Queen

February 13th, 2012

This week's free 12" Block pattern is available for downloading from Berrima Patchwork.It is called Prairie Queen and is simple to sew together. Only using 3 fabrics, it a great pattern to use up some of those leftover pieces of fabric you have.

Prairie Queen Free Pattern

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PRAIRIE QUEEN PATCHWORK PATTERN

 

having trouble with this link then type the link below to take you to the free pattern

http://www.berrimapatchwork.com.au/freepattern/prairiequeen/

To view previous free 12" patterns you can go to our website free pattern list having trouble with this link then type the link below to take you to the free patterns http://www.berrimapatchwork.com.au/freepattern



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Bernina Club: Reverse Applique

February 12th, 2012

Today was our first Bernina Club meeting for the year. We were looking at the technique of reverse applique and using various threads to decorate including metallic and 12wt threads. Bobbin Drawing was also shown. All the designs were different which was fantastic to see.

Bernina Club Reverse Applique

Bernina Club Reverse Applique


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Bernina Club Reverse Applique   Bernina Club Reverse Applique

Bernina Club Reverse Applique

Bernina Club: This an all day, hands on class  offered to only those who have purchased a Bernina Sewing Machine from Berrima Patchwork. We offer these classes as part of the on going service and education to those who have supported us with the purchase of their Bernina Sewing Machine from Berrima Patchwork. If you are interested in purchasing a Bernina Sewing Machine we are always more than happy to assist in finding the right machine for your needs.


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