Upcoming events
We display classes, events happening in Wellington, and Exhibitions happening in New Zealand. For a more complete list of New Zealand’s events please see Aotearoa Quilters or Wellington Eventfinder
Fabric a brac
A fabric sale from lovers of projects, who just have too many projects! This event is for fabric-lovers and sewers - if you are looking for modern or vintage fabric, haberdashery, patterns and all things sewing-related – Fabric-a-brac is for you. Tea, coffee and sweet treats that you can enjoy in our seated area.
All proceeds go to Mary Potter Hospice.
Symphony of Stitches -Capital Quilters Exhibition
It's been 4 years since Capital Quilters last exhibition so come and see what they have been busy creating. This exhibition promises to be full of colour, design and pattern. You don't need to be a quilter to admire the handwork that's gone into creating these works of art.
Community and Refuge Quilt Workday
Come along to the Community /refuge quilt workday on Saturday the 11th May form 10am to 4pm.
All help is appreciated.
A lot of tops have been donated that need backs done before they can be quilted.
The venue is the Collective Community Hub 30 Johnsonville Rd.
Quilters on the Bay
A small quilting group that meet every 2nd Sunday of the month
Check the Facebook page for details
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start
Our speaker is not yet confirmed
Bring your library books back, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Zero-Waste Jacket Class
Tutor: Anna Hicks
Bring along a wool blanket or quilt that you want to upcycle into a snuggly winter jacket with a zero-waste pattern. There will be a few different styles to choose from. We’ll start by making paper mock ups to learn how the pattern works and to plan your jacket style. If needed we’ll make a toile from an old sheet before starting the zero-waste jacket. A variety of different joining and hemming methods will be demonstrated, including quilt-as-you-go binding, hand embroidery and frayed edges.
1-day class: 6 - 8 hours teaching time.
Class $65 for members, $75 for non-members
Class kit: Printed notes and patterns $6 each
Patchwork Tote Class
Tutor: Kay Coolbear
Learn to make a sturdy and versatile patchwork tote that can turn your orphan blocks into a gorgeous feature. This bag is quite large with decent pockets and the option to customise the size to meet your needs.
This class requires some prep before the class and instructions will be sent when you have secured your spot
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start
Our speaker is not yet confirmed
Bring back your library books, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start, bring your dinner to eat together beforehand
Our speaker is not yet confirmed
Bring your library books back, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start, bring your dinner to eat together!
Our speaker is not yet confirmed
Bring your library books back, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Honeycomb Spin
Tutor: Anna Hicks
The ever popular hexagon has had a contemporary spin. Instead of hand piecing, learn an easy method to applique the hexagons which will be held in place with a spiral of machine quilting.
This class includes preparing the hexagons (some prep work is required), laying out with a focus on colour, value and movement, spiral quilting and finishing a wall hanging with a hidden facing and hanging sleeve.
Students can choose to start a large wall hanging size (70 x 100cm), a single small hanging (30 x 40cm) or a series of 3 small panels.
1-day class: 6 - 8 hours teaching time.
Detailed info sheet will be sent out for the preparation of hexagons before class.
Members $65, non-members $75
Class kit: Colour printed notes $6 each
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start, bring your dinner to eat together beforehand!
Bring your library books back, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start, bring your dinner to eat together beforehand!
Our speaker is not yet confirmed
Bring your library books back, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start, bring your dinner to eat together beforehand!
Our speaker is not yet confirmed
Bring your library books back, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Guild Meeting
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start, bring your dinner to eat together beforehand!
Our speaker is not yet confirmed
Bring your library books back, your block of the month and your show and tell items. Don’t forget that we also have a raffle for $2 a ticket
Casual Quilters
A group of stitchers who meet every 3rd Sunday for a relaxed and fun stitching time.
There is a nominal cost for non KAAC members
Quilters on the Bay
A small quilting group that meet every 2nd Sunday of the month
Check the Facebook page for details
Free motion quilting class
This class is run by the wonderful Clare Smith and will go over the
Cost is $60 for Guild members and $75 for non guild members. Please email to book your space
Values and Shadows Class
Class: Values and Shadows
Enrolment: Cost: $53.00 for Wellington Quilters members
$67.00 for non-members.
To book a place in this class please email Fyvie Murray : fyvie.brian@xtra.co.nz
Mary Jane Sneyd
Mary Jane is a self - taught textile artist. Her background is predominantly in science and medicine and she still works part time as a cancer researcher. She is a member of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA), Gondwana Textile Arists (an invitation only group of textile artists from New Zealand and Australia ), Quilters and Patchworkers of Otago, and an artist members of the Otago Art Society.
Class Information:
For any of my classes YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE ABLE TO DRAW. I have never done art and I cannot draw to save myself.
I teach theory and techniques so in the future you can work in a realistic style. For this class I concentrate on teaching about using fabric value (lightness or darkness) instead of colour to achieve realism. All techniques you will learn in this class can be applied to other forms of art quilting or textile art.
It is advised that this beginner class is completed before taking one of my intermediate level classes ‘Using Value for Realism: Making a Realistic Hand’ or ‘Using Value for Realism: Making a Realistic Rhino’.
More information will be provided upon sign up for the class, and a needs list will be provided nearer the date.
An example of Mary Jane’s work
Casual Quilters
A group of stitchers who meet every 3rd Sunday for a relaxed and fun stitching time.
UFO weekend
A UFO (Unfinished Objects) is a weekend where sewers can work on their projects undisturbed with likeminded people. Food and accommodation provided, all you need to do is sew!
Contact us for information on secretary@wellingtonquilters.org.nz, or Guild members can contact Margaret Robinson
Casual Quilters
A group of stitchers who meet every 3rd Sunday for a relaxed and fun stitching time.