Videos
Dawn has learned so much about needles, threads, and fabric over the years and in this demonstration she shares this vast knowledge with us. The relationship between thread and needles on your machine is significant. Watch this video, so you can avoid some frustrating sewing days. Watch Now+
Book of the Month September 2023: Sewing for ChristmasOur Book of the Month for September is Sewing for Christmas. This book has 30 sewing projects to get you in a festive mood. However you celebrate Christmas and whatever your family traditions, there is something for everyone: tree decorations, tiny advent calendar stockings, a garland, cosy slippers, table runners, teddies, a wreath, a Scandi pillow and hanging decorations. This comes with free shipping in the UK Buy Now +
Learn how to make a feature of crumb squares and focus prints with this effective illusion block. This particularly simple block uses cornerstones and shadow strips to give a 3D effect. Every time you cuddle up under this quilt the scrap crumb squares will remind you of other projects. Watch Now+
Product of the Month September 2023: Twisted Table Runner from Creative QuiltingOur Product of the Month for September is Twisted Table Runner from Creative Quilting. This is a simple to make table runner made with half-square triangles. Finished size approx 18" x 38". The kit contains workshop notes and fabric for the front and binding (backing and wadding not included) These are the fabrics used in the kit (so slightly different from the picture) but will give the same delightful twisted 3D effect. Buy Now +
Discover the latest sewing machine from the Janome PROFESSIONAL SERIES, the NEW HORIZON Memory Craft 9480 QC PROFESSIONAL. It gives you everything you expect with the Janome PROFESSIONAL SERIES. Extra wide table. Long throat space. Bright light. A convenient stitch chart with all of the features available. And more! Watch Now+
Watch this video to see the new tutorials, tips and interviews available in September. Tutors featuring their work this month include: Dawn Cameron-Dick, Dionne Swift, Jane Czaja, Jenny Haynes and Valerie Nesbitt. Don’t forget, we have new videos on justhands-on.tv every Friday and you can become a paid subscriber with full access from only £5 a month. Learn More +
Retreats
New! New! New! Machine Embroidery Weekend in Surrey, April 2024Join us for our Impressions of Colour and Texture, Free Motion Machine Embroidery retreat with Dionne Swift. We will dabble in a little colour theory to create stitched colour wheels, will take colour mixing inspiration from the Impressionists and sew our own unique piece of artwork. Book Now+
Free Motion Quilting and Finishing Weekend in Hampshire, September 2024Spend the weekend with Anita Birtles learning free motion quilting and finishing techniques. Anita will take you through the set up for FMQ. Starting you off with a variety of designs that you will be practicing on 10” blocks and taking you through hints and tips for quilting your quilts. Book Now+
Machine Stitching Weekend in Hampshire, April 2024Spend two days with Sarah Soward and Terry Summerfield of Pauline’s Patchwork creating amazing machine stitched projects. Over the weekend, you’ll have the chance to make a pocket purse, a draw string bag, and coiled bowl. Great for stash busting. Book Now+
CLASSIFIEDSAQS QuiltWeek Paducah 2024 & the American MidwestWednesday 17th – Sunday 28th April 2024 ECT Travel 2024 tour programme to AQS QuiltWeek Paducah is filled with textile treats, including two days at the 40th edition of this inspiring show, guided visits to two internationally renowned quilt museums and time to re-stock your stash in Hamilton, aka ‘Quilt Town USA’. Discover the tour and book your place!
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