SEWING CLASSES

Welcome back to classes at GJ's for 2025

For bookings and any questions about our classes please call the shop on -
Classes are held in GJ's light filled classroom located upstairs. Tea, coffee and biscuits supplied.

TRISH HARPER

Trish is an accomplished fabric technician and pattern maker with a speciality in hand piecing and broderie purse. Trish is a regular face here at GJ's and has a large following of dedicated class attendees. Join Trish to learn to hand piece and appliqué.

  • Every Wednesday 10am to 12.30pm - $40
  • Every Thursday 10am to 12.30pm - $40
  • The 1st and 2nd Saturday of the Month 10am to 3.30pm - $70

Book here or instore.

 

TUESDAY SEWDAY 

Sit and sew Tuesday morning replaces Kathryn's Class this year. 9.30am to 12.30pm. $10 per person (pay instore). 
*no teacher in attendance

SIT'N'SEW
Our casual sewing group runs every Tuesday from 5pm - 9pm. Join us with your own project for a fun night of laughs and stitching (and sometimes a sneaky glass of wine) $10 per person (pay instore).
Please call to make sure it's on.
*no teacher in attendance

CHRISTINE VLASIC

This is a beginner patchwork class for people who would love to learn to sew. 

The project will be a basic nine patch quilt which can be either hand pieced or machine pieced.  Student choice in regards to size of project. It can be a cushion, baby quilt or a lap quilt. You will be taught all aspects of basic quilt making. Bound to be a fun experience, one that will begin a lifetime of quilting.

Please make yourself familiar with your sewing machine and that it is in good working order prior to attending your class. Given different level of skills, sewing pace and commitment to homework between classes, the project may not be completed by the end of the session. However all attendees should have the knowledge needed to complete the project at home.

 10am - 2pm starting Feb. 24th 2025

  • Monday 24th February - 10am to 2pm
  • Monday 3rd March - 10am to 2pm
  • Monday 17th March - 10am to 2pm
  • Monday 24th March - 10am to 2pm

Class cost: $60

*Pay for 4 Classes and receive a $20 discount 

Book here or call instore to book


JODIE CARLTON - RICRAC

Come and join Jodie for a fun day of sewing. You can work on any RicRac patterns in a small group class. If you have any questions, please email Jodie directly (jodiericrac@gmail.com).

  • Friday 7th March - 10am to 4pm
  • Friday 25th July - 10am to 4pm
  • Friday 12th September - 10am to 4pm
  • Friday 7th November - 10am to 4pm

Class cost $85. Bookings via: jodiericrac.com

EMMA JEAN JANSEN

Come and join Emma for a fun day of sewing. Make any one of Emma's quilt patterns or even a project from her book, By The Bundle. 

  • Saturday 24th May - 10am to 4pm ( Full ) 
  • Saturday 16th August - 10am to 4pm
  • Saturday 27th September - 10am to 4pm
  • Thursday 27th November - 10am to 4pm (tentative)

Class cost: $85. Bookings via shop.emmajeanjansen.com.au

KERON LEE - THE COLOUR GURU

Make the fabulous Handwork Bag with Keron. This handwork bag is a delightful piece to keep on your side table by your chair that you can grab at a minute's notice to take your current handwork project with you on the go. You can machine or hand embroider and embellish as simply or as intricately as much or as little as you like. These bags make beautiful gifts for creative friends and family.

  • Please make yourself familiar with your sewing machine and that it is in good working order prior to attending your class. Given different level of skills, sewing pace and commitment to homework between classes, the project may not be completed by the end of the session. However all attendees should have the knowledge needed to complete the project at home.
  • Friday 14th March - 9.30am to 3.30pm
  • Friday 28th March - 9.30am to 3.30pm

Class cost $85. Book here, instore or via phone.

DI GREIG

Wild Stitching and Lamp Shade Making with Di. Please call the shop to confirm what class is running. From $80 tea, coffee and biscuits.
Call in store for expressions of interest.

            

ANNA BASTIAAN

Anna is a passionate artist and maker, having filled her life with needle and thread since she became a mum and took a step back from a corporate career several years ago. With a focus on whimsical design and precious handmade gifts, Anna shares her inspiration and creations on her instagram account @lalouandboo. She loves learning from and working alongside other creatives and inspiring others to make beautiful things. 
Come and learn to make an exquisite embroidered linen pincushion with Anna using English paper piecing, applique and embroidery. It is a lovely, achievable little project on which to learn some new skills, make friends and add a little beauty to your sewing kit.
  • Saturday 8th February - 10am to 3pm
  • Saturday 26th July - 10am to 3pm 
  • Saturday 18th October - 10am to 3pm

Class cost $75 and kit price $15. Bookings via: https://lalouandboo.square.site


IRENE BLANCK

Join Irene to learn all the appliqué tricks and tips she has mastered over the years. If you are too afraid to tackle applique projects, then this is the class for you. See how much fun you can have succeeding with appliqué techniques with Irene.

  • Friday 8th August - 10am to 4pm

Class cost $85.

Book here, instore or via phone.

 

General Class Information & Cancellation Policy 


  • Full Payment of class fee is due and required at time of booking to secure your place. Please note, the class fee covers your tuition & refreshments only. All other cost are in addition to this fee unless otherwise noted.


  • Class fees will be refunded if a class is cancelled by GJ’s


  • Classes can be transferred to an alternative date, if available, at least 14 days prior notice of an inability to attend .


  • If cancelled 14 Days or more prior to class, a 30% processing fee will be retained and a store credit for remaining fees will be issued


  • If less than 7 days notice is provided, no refund will be provided.


  • No refunds are available for International or Interstate tutors.


  • Please ensure that all class requirements are brought to your class.


  • Please make yourself familiar with your sewing machine and that it is in good working order prior to attending your class. Given different level of skills, sewing pace and commitment to homework between classes, the project may not be completed by the end of the session. However all attendees should have the knowledge needed to complete the project at home.