Classes and Events

Details: ITSBOTS 25 An embroidery block of the month Date: 2nd Tuesday of each month form 11 March to 11 November 2025 Time: 10:30 am to 2:30 pm Tutor: Rhonda Justus and Jenny Schmoll Skill Level: All levels welcome  Read More...

Details: Every Sunday 2pm-5pm until December, The Essendon Historical Society presents an exhibition of Lesley's work.  Read More...

Details: KIT PAYMENTS - WHERE YOU HAVE MISSED PURCHASING YOUR KIT AT REGISTRATION For any class participant who has missed paying for their kit at registration, you will be able to purchase it here.  Read More...

Details: LM34 LACING EMBROIDERY FOR FRAMING Learn to prepare your embroidery for framing. Stretching, positioning and lacing to achieve a professional finish to your creation. You can then choose to place it into a bought frame or have it professionally framed Date: 12/11/25 Time: 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm Tutor: Linda McEwan Skill Level:  Read More...

Details: RJ33 GOLDWORK CHRISTMAS CANDLE Finish the year up with a Christmas project. This project would make a beautiful Christmas gift to give a friend. In this class learn basic couching and padded work with gold threads and gold kid leather and a few beads. Date: 18/11/25 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Rhonda Justus Skill Level: Beginner  Read More...

Details: ALBURY/WODONGA BRANCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING  Read More...

Details: CLASS JB29 - Stitching in the design of Annemieke Mein - 'Splash' Project Date: Saturday 22nd November & Sunday 23rd November 2025 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Jennifer Bennett Skill Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate  Read More...

Details: ST32 - Let's Get Started and Stitch Are you all inspired to learn some basic embroidery stitches to get you moving on your stitching journey? In this two-day class you will learn many simple stitches from the various groups of stitches. Dates: Sun 23/11/25 & Sun 30/11/25 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sheryl Turton Skill Level: Beginner  Read More...

Details: MILDURA BRANCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING  Read More...

Details: SS1- INTRODUCTION TO FREE MOTION EMBROIDERY This workshop introduces you to the exciting and creative technique of free hand machine embroidery. You will develop a new understanding of your machine and its creative potential. Learn how to adjust and play with tension, draw and experiment with stitch, threads and fabrics and create exciting textured surfaces. Date: 2/1/26 & 3/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sue Senewiratne Skill Level: Beginner Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: CS8 - FRANGIPANI FLOWER BROOCH Create a stunning frangipani floral brooch using shimmering Shibori silk, Japanese and Czech glass beads, a sparkling focal stone, and rhinestone accents. Date: 4/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Catriona Starpins Skill Level: All Levels Room: Upstairs Classroom  Read More...

Details: JM43 - CREATIVE EMBROIDERY This embroidery is an innovative way of using basic stitches to form heavily textured, fabulous designs. The clever combination of stitches give an overall appearance of a lovely rich dimension The class will be a panel suitable to make into a tote bag, a cushion or to frame. Date: 4/1/2026 & 25/1/2026 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Jene Martin Skill Level: Not suitable for raw beginners Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: JB3 - LINE - ONE ELEMENT OF DESIGN This course. Explores the natural world through stitch, with a focus on Line. Participants will choose a focus stimulus and explore lines in that photo/object to develop a design for surface stitchery. The tutor will work closely with individuals. Participants are expected to bring a sense of adventure. Date: 5/1/26 & 6/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Jenny Bakos Skill Level: All Levels Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: ST4 FINISHING TOUCHES This class covers many of the small techniques needed to finish your embroidery projects Date: 7/1/26 & 23/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sheryl Turton Skill Level: All Levels Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: SD18 - BLACKWORK BAG This pretty little sewing bag was created to showcase some of the lovely filling patterns and quirky spot motifs found in historic English Blackwork. Date: 8/1/26 & 15/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Susan Davis Skill Level: Intermediate / Advanced Room - day 1 Gallery, day 2 Upstairs Classroom  Read More...

Details: Missing stitching and your EGV friends? Join us over the Christmas closure for a Sit N Sew.  Read More...

Details: LS5 - MEMENTO MONOGRAM In this class participants will make a reclaimed textile memento, using the initial of someone's first name. Date: 10/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Louise Saxton Skill Level: All Levels Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: LD6 - EXPLORING INKTENSE PENCILS AND BLOCKS Do you have any Derwent Inktense Pencils and/or Blocks stashed away in your workroom cupboard and have never really known how to use them? In this class we will discover how to mix and blend by using them dry, on a wet surface, and dry on a dry surface.Date: 11/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Tutor: Liz Davis Skill Level: All Levels Room: Upstairs Classroom  Read More...

Details: MD7 - LEAF DESIGN For this leaf design we will be learning a variety of stitches compromising outline and filling stitches. Date: 11/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Michelle Dobrin Skill Level: Intermediate Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: JMcW10 SHEIK'S CAMEL Jenny's 2 day workshop of her exotic Sheik's Camel design is sure to delight and inspire!  Date: 12/1/26 & 13/1/26 Time: 9.30am - 4.00pm (Please note the earlier time) Tutor: Jenny McWhinney Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: JMcW11 QUEEN ANNE'S LACE SCISSOR KEEP During this single day workshop with Jenny, you will create her gorgeous Queen Anne's Lace scissor keep, featuring a playful bunny in a field of delicate crisp white florals. Date: Wednesday 14/1/26 Time: 9.30am - 4.00pm (note the earlier time) Tutor: Jenny McWhinney Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: MR12 CREATIVE SPLASH The two main priorities in this class are fun and creativity. You will be guided to compose your piece, and introduced to Tyvek, shisha, and gathered 3ply twist, as well as playing with beads, sequin waste, net, and your choice of your favourite surface stitches. Date: 14/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Mary Robbie Skill Level: All Levels Room: Upstairs Classroom  Read More...

Details: MH13 - UPCYCLE CLOTHING In this class you will be upcycling an old garment into a fun new piece by arranging and stitching on multiple patches and special vintage pieces. A fun and relaxing class playing with fabrics and simple stitching. Date: Thursday 15/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Melanie Hill Skill Level: All Levels Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: SS9 - JEWEL BEETLE In this workshop you will learn some Indian tribal embroidery stitches including how to stitch shisha mirrors and beetle wings. Date: 16/1/26 & 17/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sue Senewiratne Skill Level: Some experience with basic embroidery stitches Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: NG14 - A TASTE OF BOBBIN LACE Ever wanted to try bobbin lace? Now is your chance. Come along and make these two bracelets giving you a chance to learn the basics of bobbin lace. Date: 17/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Nicole Gammie Skill Level: Beginner Room: Ethel Oates  Read More...

Details: NG15 - CHINESE INDIGO INSPIRED DRAW-STRING BAG Come along and try some Chinese Indigo-inspired embroidery. It is a counted thread technique using indigo thread. Date: 18/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Nicole Gammie Skill Level: Intermediate Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: ST26 NEEDLEBOOKS GALORE In this class you will learn how to stitch and construct a variety of needlebooks. You will learn lots of techniques and tips to give you a beautifully finished collection. Date: 18/1/26 & 21/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sheryl Turton Skill Level: All Levels - basic knowledge of sewing machine required Room: Gallery/Upstairs Classroom  Read More...

Details: Date: 18 January 2026 Time: 7.00pm - 8.00pm (Aust Eastern Summer Time) Tutor: Phillipa Turnbull ZOOM Session Cost: $10.00 (Guild and Non-guild members)  Read More...

Details: RJ17 - COLOUR, MELT, BURN Date: 19/1/26 & 20/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Rhonda Justus Skill Level: All Levels Room: Upstairs Classroom  Read More...

Details: KM19 - 'CROSS MY HEARTS' CHICKEN SCRATCH TABLE CENTRE In this class you will learn a variety of stitches to produce this unique Chicken Scratch table runner design. Date: 20/1/26 & 27/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Kay Matthews Skill Level: All levels Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: CB16 - RAW EDGE APPLIQUE WITH FME Explore alternative ways of creating images using applique embellished with free motion embroidery. Be introduced to the techniques of free and applique, iron-on applique with Vliesofix and reverse applique. Date: 21/1/26 & 22/1/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Chris Behag Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate Room: Gallery  Read More...

Details: Date: 4th & 5th February 2026 Time: 9.30am-4.00pm (NOTE: early start time) Venue: Embroidery House, 170 Wattletree Rd, Malvern 3146 Tutor: Phillipa Turnbull Skill Level: Beginners Project: Jacobean Leaf  Read More...

Details: Date: 7th & 8th February 2026 Time: 9.30am-4.00pm (NOTE: early start time) Venue: Embroidery House, 170 Wattletree Rd, Malvern 3146 Tutor: Phillipa Turnbull Skill Level: Intermediate Project: Greedy Squirrel  Read More...

Details: Date: 10th, 11th & 12th February 2026 Time: 9.30am-4.00pm (NOTE: early start time) Venue: Embroidery House, 170 Wattletree Rd, Malvern 3146 Tutor: Phillipa Turnbull Skill Level: Advanced Level (3 days) Phillipa will teach your personal choice of project during this class - EITHER the Eagle OR the BLUEBIRD  Read More...

Details: AC24 LITTLE GREEN BUG Little Green Bug is inspired by an antique tablecloth worked in cotton held in the Goldfields collection at the Australian Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades in Ballarat.  It has been redesigned and transformed into a three dimensional Goldwork and Stumpwork project. Date: Sat 21/2/26 & Sun 22/2/26 Time: 10.00am - 3.30pm Tutor: Alison Cole Skill Level: Beyond Beginner  Read More...