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Sew a Cushion, show your Style!

Tuesday 20 January | 1 - 3pm | ages 8+

January 20, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

$69.00
Sew a Cushion, show your Style!

Sew a Cushion, show your Style!

Looking for a fun, creative school holiday activity for your child? Sew a Cushion, show your Style – a hands-on workshop where kids learn basic sewing skills and create a colourful patchwork cushion to take home and be proud of. This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for children who love crafting, designing, or simply trying something new. With step-by-step guidance from Gracie our friendly tutor, kids will learn how to thread a needle, use a hand crank machine, and combine colourful fabrics into a beautiful patchwork cushion.

Throughout the session, children will explore colour matching, pattern layout, and simple sewing techniques in a relaxed, supportive environment. All materials are provided, and no prior sewing experience is needed – just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!

Sewing builds patience, boosts confidence, and develops fine motor skills – plus it’s a lot of fun! Each child will walk away with a finished, personalised cushion they’ve made themselves – a perfect keepsake to be proud of!

This holiday workshop is ideal for kids ages 8+ and offers a fantastic introduction to sewing in a creative, social setting. Limited spots are available to ensure one-on-one attention and a positive experience for all.

Gracie Mathews is the best tutor to teach your child, she oozes enthusiasm for everything textile. In addition to teaching and travelling New Zealand for a fabric supplier she has her own business offering a variety of costume and sewing services including hire, manufacture, costume and sewing experience packages and continues to share her personal costume and textile collection through symposiums, events and exhibitions.

Workshop Highlights:

• Make a colourful patchwork cushion from scratch
• Learn beginner-friendly sewing skills
• All materials and tools provided
• Take home your finished cushion!
• Fun, safe, and inspiring environment

Book now to secure your child’s place in our Sew your own Patchwork Cushion workshop and inspire a love of sewing that could last a lifetime!

Please note there is NO refund or a transfer if you cancel less than 7 days in advance or once the class/workshop has started. Our refund policy can be read in full here.

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Sew a Cushion, show your Style: Tuesday 20 January 1 - 3pm Ticket
This ticket entitles one tween or teen aged 8+ to attend the Sew a Cushion, show your Style workshop on Tuesday 20 January 1 - 3pm.
$ 69.00
10 available

About Your Tutor:

Gracie Matthews

Gracie Matthews

Originally a graduate of Fashion Technology in 1984, Gracie Matthews spent a number of years freelancing in the entertainment industry before managing her own costume hire business in Sydney. For nearly 18 years Gracie continued working in theatre and film while the hire business received numerous business awards including ‘Business of the Year’ for 2005. In 2010 she and New Zealand partner, Nigel Wild sold up their busy Sydney lives and moved to the beautiful rural district of the Clevedon…