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join mandy for an event near you!
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Sew Quirky One Day Masterclass for Childers Quilters
Date: 1st Feb 2024
Venue: Anglican Church Hall
Location: 7 Mcllwraith Street, Childers, 4660
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SWOOP Magpie Art Masterclass - 3 day event! SOLD OUT
Date: 16th - 18th Feb
Venue: Boyne Island/Tannum Sands Community Centre
Location: Cnr. Wyndham & Hayes Avenues, Boyne Island, QLD 4680
Contact: Mandy at info@sewquirky.com.au to book your place
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Sew Quirky Retreat 2024 - SOLD OUT
Date: 1st-3rd March 2024
Venue: Stacey's At The Gap
Location: 9080 Cunningham Hwy, Tregony QLD 4370
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Workshop: Unreleased Sew Quirky pattern - retreat members are first to see and making it!
2024 theme - Elephant
SOLD OUT: Contact Leonie to be added to waitlist
Email: Mandy info@sewquirky.com.au
Book directly with Leonie info@staceys.com.au Phone: 0428 350 849
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Craft Alive Bundaberg - Workshops with Sew Quirky
Date: 16th - 18th August 2024
Venue: Bundaberg Multiplex Sport and Convention Centre
Location: 1 Civic Avenue, Bundaberg Queensland 4670
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Workshop: Fairy Bread Case
Join Mandy from Sew Quirky to create the most whimsical and happy treat featured on a practical jelly vinyl case! Fairy bread is the most nostalgic food, taking you back to the magic of childhood. Eaten at birthday parties and celebrations, this colourful favourite just makes you smile.
In this 2.5 hr workshop, you’ll learn how to work with Sew Quirky Sprinkle and Jelly Vinyls, along with continuous metallic gold zipper with a very easy and unique zipper installation. Never heard of Jelly Vinyl? It is a slightly transparent vinyl with a matte finish. It is pliable and soft which makes sewing this vinyl a breeze on a regular sewing machine with some helpful tips provided throughout this workshop.
So come and dive into the wonderful world of Sew Quirky! Everything is provided for this workshop, including the full kit, unreleased pattern, threads, sewing supplies and sewing machine use. Mandy is excited to guide you through the entire process of sewing this cheerful fairy bread case. It is sure to ignite those wonderful childhood memories and is a delight to make!
Class cost $75
Session time: Daily 9:30am – 12pm
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Limited spots - Only 8 places available daily
Craft Alive Bundaberg - Workshops with Sew Quirky
Date: 16th - 18th August 2024
Venue: Bundaberg Multiplex Sport and Convention Centre
Location: 1 Civic Avenue, Bundaberg Queensland 4670
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Workshop: Tweet Hearts Tote Bag
​Join Mandy, the creative mind behind the brand Sew Quirky, for a fun packed experience creating your very own Tweet Heart! In this fabulous workshop, you’ll create either Rosie the Galah or Sunny the Cockie who are featured on a tote bag. Beautiful fabrics build this modern appliqué, which is set on a velvet background - a gorgeous fabric full of charm and texture. During the workshop, you’ll try out the amazing Sew Quirky Ultra Clear Appliqué Mat and create your own appliqué “sticker” with ease and precision, ready to apply to anything you wish! It’s just like paint by number, but with fabrics! Mandy guides you through the entire process in a nurturing teaching space, sharing tips and tricks for stunning results.
Learn techniques for working with fusible web, appliqué on velvet and continuous zipper. Utilise decorative stitches to detail elements of your appliqué, it’s perfect for adding a feathery appearance and loads of textural interest! Full pre-cut appliqué kit of your choice, natural tote, velvet, stabiliser and zipper included, along with machine hire, sewing supplies and threads! No need to bring a thing! You’d be a galah to miss out on sew much fun!! Once attached to the pre-made natural tote bag, your feathered pal becomes the perfect travel companion! A quirky tote guaranteed to spark conversation and sure to make everyone smile on your next adventure.
Duration 2.5 hrs
Class cost $75
Session time: Daily 1pm – 3:30pm
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Limited spots - Only 8 places available daily
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Quirky Moo Retreat 2024 - Sew Quirky x Little Moo Designs - SOLD OUT
Date: 4th - 6th October 2024
Venue: Stacey's At The Gap
Location: 9080 Cunningham Hwy, Tregony QLD 4370
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Workshop: Small scale applique x bag making.
Secret unreleased project featuring a bag pattern by Little Moo Designs and appliqué by Sew Quirky that working perfectly with each other to create a fun piece of wearable art!
SOLD OUT: Contact Leonie to be added to waitlist
Book: info@staceys.com.au Phone: 0428 350 849
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The Magical World of Sew Quirky 2025
Date: 28th Feb - 2nd March 2025
Venue: Stacey's At The Gap
Location: 9080 Cunningham Hwy, Tregony QLD 4370
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Workshop: Appliqué and free motion quilting wonderland!
SOLD OUT: Contact Leonie to be added to waitlist
Book: info@staceys.com.au Phone: 0428 350 849
Sewing Up a Storm in the Desert
Date: 2nd - 5th August 2025
Venue: Ayers Rock Resort’s state of the art conference centre “The Uluru Meeting Place’.
Location: Uluru, AUSTRALIA
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Workshop: SEWING UP A STORM IN THE DESERT -
Goldie & the Blooms OR Jumbo Budgie Quilt - Mr & Mrs Budgie
EXCITING! Join Mandy for a once in a lifetime experience in August 2025 to not only create unforgettable memories, grow your skills with new techniques, but also connect with incredible artists & like minded souls. Sewing Up a Storm in the Desert is an amazing retreat by the lovely @carolinesharkeytextiles held in the breath-taking red centre of Australia. I’m honoured to be invited to teach at this internationally recognised event & glowing with excitement to witness this inspiring landscape! If you love sewing & Uluru is on your bucket list, join me - CLICK ON AN IMAGE TO BOOK YOU SPOT.
Goldie & the Blooms
Enter the wonderful world of Sew Quirky, full of colour, texture & whimsy. Mandy is the creative heart behind Sew Quirky. Designing projects featuring appliqué, fussy cutting, free motion quilting & inventive uses of decorative stitching to create art with an abundance of texture. Add in vinyl, leather & wool felt & you’re set to explore a Sew Quirky dreamland that shouts out loads of uniqueness!
In this 4 day masterclass, Mandy will take you on a journey where you’ll grow confident in fabric selection, looking at fabric in a new light & immersing yourself with fussy cut blooms to create a rich scene of Uluru. Goldie the camel wants the spotlight, her energy fills the work with charm & character. Gorgeous big eyes, detailed with free motioned lashes whisper an invitation for you to explore her home of spirit & beauty. Adorned with trims, pops of colour & vinyl's bring a wonderland of interest to this kind-hearted animal of the desert.
When it comes to sewing, get ready to make use of those decorative stitches & see them dance over your appliqué collage. The sewing fun is enhanced with free motion quilting techniques that will leave you not only inspired but empowered! Goldie is ready for an adventure of a lifetime with you! Memories to cherish & a practical fabric suitcase to display your textile art!
This project will not be confined to the walls of your home. Instead, you’ll be showing off your artwork when you’re out & about! Sparking conversation, sharing a story of your adventure through your creative talents with friends, family, fellow makers & admiring strangers.
Contact: Mandy info@sewquirky.com.au or Caroline: https://www.thetextilecollective.com/textile-retreat-uluru-2025
