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Important note All classes must be paid for in full at the time of booking. If you cannot attend we will be unable to make any refund unless you let us know at least one month in advance, in which case we will refund half the class fee. Alternatively, you may send someone in your place at no extra cost.
Full refunds will be made if the session is cancelled by us due to circumstances beyond our control.

Jelly Jazz and Japanese Baskets with Amanda from Monkey Buttons - 14 September 2010
Amanda is offering two choices on the day: Jelly Jazz, a quilt using a jellyroll with simple blocks; and Japanese Baskets, a wide selection of basket blocks make up this sampler wall hanging using both traditional and foundation piecing. 10am to 4pm.
at £25.00
Corncockle Quilters Quilt Show - 18 September 2010
We are going as traders to this show, being held in Trimley Memorial Hall, Trimley High Road, Felixstowe, IP11 0RJ.
Corncockle Quilters Quilt Show - 19 September 2010
We are going as traders to this show, being held in Trimley Memorial Hall, Trimley High Road, Felixstowe, IP11 0RJ.
Landscape pictures with Annie Taylor - 23 September 2010
If you have not seen one of Annie's pictures we have a sample in the shop. When we have one on display in the window people think it is a painting and want to buy it! You too could be creating a picture fit for a gallery after a class with Annie. Bring along a photo or a picture and Annie will show you how to transform it into a fabric picture.
at £20.00
Cotton Scatterers Quilt Show - 25 September 2010
We are attending this show in the beautiful village hall at Wickham Bishop, Witham, Essex, CM8 3JZ
Cotton Scatterers Quilt Show - 26 September 2010
We are attending this show in the beautiful village hall at Wickham Bishop, Witham, Essex, CM8 3JZ
Demonstration afternoon with Janice Pope - 30 September 2010
We are very lucky to have Janice as she is on a short trip to the UK from the USA, but she has agreed to come to do a show and tell and demonstrate the 2-hour tulip bag, as well as give tips on how to get that professional finish. Starts 1pm.
at £5.00
Sunflowers over the Fence with Shirley Bloomfield - 02 October 2010
Shirley has given a new look to her floral hand designs by using taupes and Japanese-style fabrics. This small applique panel features dimensional sunflowers peeing over a dimensional fence. The class is particularly suitable for beginners who want to learn the basics of hand applique. You will also learn how to use beautiful taupes and a muted pallette effectively in a simple design. 10am to 4pm.
at £20.00
Grommit bag with Heather Jackson - 09 October 2010
A very useful bag with grommits for closing and a comfortable shoulder strap. Heather's bag classes are always popular so early booking is recommended. A sample will be in the shop from mid-August. 10am to 3.30pm.
at £20.00
Mastering your Sewing Machine with Ruth Jarman - 11 October 2010
Make sure you book really quickly for this much sought after course. Learn to thread your machine also its different straight stitches, seaming and neatening of fabrics, blind and decorative hems and buttonholes. An introduction to embroidery, cleaning, oiling, tension setting and problem solving.. 10am to 4pm.
at £30.00
Machine Quilting with Ruth Jarman - 12 October 2010
Learn quick and easy ways to quilt and all the foundation knowledge required to work traditional quilts successfully by machine. Samples include straight stitch, patterns, double needlework, Italian quilting and freehand outline quilting techniques. 10am to 4pm.
at £30.00
Mastering your Overlocker with Ruth Jarman - 13 October 2010
Threading your overlocker and adjusting correctly to achieve a good stitch. Work seams on various weights of woven and all stretch fabrics. Roll hemming, using tape and elastics, sewing knitwear, flat lock seams and decorative edges. Cleaning, maintenance and tension adjustments are all clearly explained. 10am to 4pm.
at £30.00
Applique bag with Julia Reed - 15 October 2010
Julia's bag has been admired by many in the shop and she has kindly agreed to teach you how to make a simpler one with a choice of several designs, which can be hand sewn or machined. 10am to 4pm.
at £20.00
Stained glass Christmas angel with Linda Handcock - 23 October 2010
A circular angel made using stained glass applique. This makes a Christmas wall hanging or centrepiece, also an ideal present. This enjoyable project is hand stitched, you can learn to make your own bias binding the easy way (no fiddly little machines or bias bars) or you can buy it ready made. 10am to 3.30pm.
at £20.00
Twin needle techniques with Ruth Jarman - 29 October 2010
Discover the endless possibilities of using 2mm, 3mm and 4mm twin needle. Samples include seam and hem finishes, applying lingerie elastic and lace, practical and decorative techniques, pintucks, shadow work and quilting techniques. 10am to 4pm.
at £30.00
Bernina Artista with Ruth Jarman - 30 October 2010
Fine tuning of this unique Swiss-built electronic machine including setup, personal programme, mirror and elongation tools, functions, balance, security devices, buttonholes and memory programming. Learn how to customise the machine to your needs. Clearning, oiling and maintenance. 10am to 4pm.
at £30.00
Chilford Quilt Show - 05 November 2010
We are as usual attending this very popular local show at Chilford Vineyard Hall, Cambridge
Chilford Quilt Show - 06 November 2010
We are as usual attending this very popular local show at Chilford Vineyard Hall, Cambridge
Chilford Quilt Show - 07 November 2010
We are as usual attending this very popular local show at Chilford Vineyard Hall, Cambridge
Christmas gift bags with Linda Hancock - 20 November 2010
During this workshop you should complete three gift bags. A quick and simple bag to make a gift that little bit more special, a double-sided luxurious drawstring bag for that extra-special friend or relative, and a bottle bag to jazz up some special wine, spirit or bath products. 10am to 4pm.
at £20.00
Set in Stone with Lynne Edwards - 22 November 2010
A restful day with Lynne doing a hand-blanket stitch floor tile wallhanging. 10am to 4pm.
at £25.00
Set in Stone with Lynne Edwards - 23 November 2010
A restful day with Lynne doing a hand-blanket stitch floor tile wallhanging. 10am to 4pm.
at £25.00
Christmas closing - 21 December 2010
We will be closed from 4pm on Tuesday, December 21 and re-open on Monday, January 3 at 10am.
New year opening - 03 January 2011
We will re-open from the Christmas break at 10am on Monday, January 3.
Winter sale - 10 January 2011
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Winter sale - 11 January 2011
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Winter sale - 12 January 2011
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Winter sale - 13 January 2011
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Winter sale - 14 January 2011
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Winter sale - 15 January 2011
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14 Upper Olland Street  Bungay  Suffolk  NR35 1BG
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