Take your quilting to the next level with the QuiltNSW Exhibition 2026 Workshop Program.

Learn from an outstanding line-up of Australian and international quilting tutors, with workshops designed to inspire, challenge, and build your skills. Whether you’re interested in foundation paper piecing, English paper piecing, machine quilting, bag making, appliqué, colour theory, or contemporary design techniques, there’s a class to suit every interest and experience level.

From beginner-friendly sessions to immersive all-day masterclasses, each workshop provides the opportunity to learn directly from leading quilt designers in a welcoming and supportive environment. Small class sizes ensure plenty of individual guidance, making every workshop a rewarding learning experience.

Workshops are held throughout the Exhibition and are popular, so early booking is recommended to secure your place.

Explore the program, meet our tutors, and book your workshop today.

Workshop and Trunk Show tickets do not include entry to the QuiltNSW Exhibition. If you are booking a workshop or attending the Trunk Show, you must also purchase a General Admission ticket for the corresponding day(s) of your booking.

All workshops will have an ironing station; sewing machines and a cutting station will also be provided for the workshops.

We at QuiltNSW thank Bernina & Pfaff for their sponsorship and for making the sewing machines available for these fantastic workshops.

Note: Thursday morning has no workshops due to the QuiltNSW presentation for the Sydney Quilt Show.

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Zip & Go Pouch
Machine workshop | All skill levels | Machines supplied

Create a practical and stylish Zip & Go Pouch while learning essential bag-making techniques with Tracey Lee.

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to confidently install a zip and construct a handy pouch perfect for storing glasses, a rotary cutter, scissors, or other sewing essentials. Tracey will guide you through basic quilting techniques and share tips for using bag wadding to create structure, stability, and a professional finish.

Suitable for all skill levels, this workshop is a great introduction to making functional fabric accessories while building confidence with machine sewing and construction techniques. Sewing machines are supplied.

Discover the creative possibilities of modular foundation paper piecing with internationally renowned designer Giucy Giuce (Giuseppe Ribaudo).
In this inspiring workshop, you’ll create the RE block—a striking modular design that can be customised to suit your own creative style. By choosing from three blade sizes and varying their placement, each participant will create a unique composition with endless design possibilities.

Along the way, Giucy will share his expert tips for successful foundation paper piecing, sewing curves with confidence, and using colour and value to create movement and visual impact. Whether you prefer bold modern palettes or subtle tonal combinations, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence to continue exploring modular FPP in your own quilts.

Suitable for confident beginners through to experienced foundation paper piecers, this workshop is perfect for quilters looking to expand their design skills while learning from one of today’s leading quilt designers.

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Designing and Fitting Appliqué Sawtooth Borders
All skill levels | Hand stitching workshop

Join Jenny Rofe for a creative hands-on workshop exploring the design and construction of appliqué sawtooth borders.

Learn how to plan, size, and fit sawtooth borders to complement your quilt designs, while developing confidence with appliqué techniques. Jenny will share her tips and techniques for achieving balanced, beautifully finished borders using hand stitching methods.

Suitable for all skill levels, this workshop is perfect for quilters wanting to expand their appliqué skills, refine their design approach, and add a distinctive decorative border to their quilts.

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Designing and Layering Japanese Fabric Scraps
Hand stitching | Mending and improvisational stitching techniques

Explore the beauty and versatility of Japanese fabric scraps in this creative hand-stitching workshop with Julie Haddrick.

Learn how to layer, arrange, and combine small pieces of fabric to create unique textile compositions using traditional and contemporary stitching techniques. Julie will introduce the use of hand stitching as a form of visible mending and improvisational design, encouraging participants to embrace texture, colour, and the story within each fabric piece.

Perfect for quilters and textile enthusiasts of all skill levels, this workshop offers an opportunity to slow down, experiment, and create a personal piece inspired by the Japanese philosophy of making and repairing with intention.

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Take your foundation paper piecing skills to the next level with internationally renowned quilt designer Giucy Giuce (Giuseppe Ribaudo) in this precision-focused workshop exploring the art of tiny piecing.

Learn the techniques behind creating intricate, miniature FPP designs while developing accuracy, confidence, and control when working with small-scale pieces. Giucy will share his expert tips for fabric selection, precise cutting, seam alignment, and achieving crisp, clean results in complex designs.

This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to explore the possibilities of scale, colour, and detail while creating a beautifully intricate project. Whether you love precision piecing or want to challenge yourself with a new technique, you’ll gain valuable skills and insights from one of the quilting world’s most innovative designers.

Suitable for confident foundation paper piecers and quilters looking to refine their accuracy and explore the creative potential of tiny-scale design

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Snowdrop Stitchers Pouch
Hand stitching workshop | Beginner level

Create a beautiful and practical Snowdrop Stitchers Pouch while learning the joys of slow stitching by hand.

In this beginner-friendly workshop, Lisa Mattock will guide you through assembling a charming pouch designed to hold your sewing essentials, glasses, scissors, or other small treasures. Learn simple embroidery stitches and decorative hand-stitching techniques while working with beautiful hand-dyed wool to create a unique and tactile project.

Perfect for those new to hand stitching or anyone wanting to enjoy a relaxed creative session, this workshop combines practical skills with the pleasure of making something special by hand.

Foundation Piecing Large-Scale Arcs

Machine workshop | All skill levels | Machines supplied

Discover the creative possibilities of large-scale, dynamic foundation-pieced curves in this inspiring workshop with Jess. Learn the techniques and materials needed to confidently construct bold, sweeping arcs while building precision and accuracy in your foundation paper piecing.

Using the striking Siren Song quilt as inspiration, Jess will guide you step-by-step through the process, sharing tips for achieving crisp curves, accurate piecing, and impactful design. Whether you’re looking to expand your foundation paper piecing skills or tackle larger, more contemporary quilt blocks, this workshop will give you the confidence to create stunning curved designs.

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