I’m so excited for the shows and events coming up in 2026! Last year I had a wonderful time exhibiting, meeting, and chatting with so many kindred spirits, and I can’t wait to do it all again this year.
Are you part of a Guild or Stitching Group and interested in a pop-up shop visit, workshop, or trunk show? I’d be absolutely delighted to chat and plan something special with you! Just email me at themakersstash@gmail.com or use the contact form below, and we can talk through all the details.
Hand Stitching at Sea with Travelrite and Celebrity Cruises
Come aboard with me on the luxurious Celebrity Edge as we sale around the Pacific Islands, stitching, sipping, sightseeing and enjoying a relaxing time together.
On this 14 day cruise leaving and returning to Sydney we’ll visit Noumea, New Caledonia; Suva, Lautoka, Fiji, Lifou, Loyalty Island; Mystery Island, Vila, and Vanuatu where we will be treated to hosted tours, sights and fabric shops.
While on board the ship join me for five days of stitching bliss! I’m designing two brand new EPP projects, plus I’ll be sharing a small trunk show, discussing how I create my scrappy look, taking a look at my slow stitching style and techniques, as well as sharing all of my best practices for English Paper Piecing.
Learn more about this amazing trip in the brochure here.
We will be embarking 24th March and returning 7th April 2027.
Join me in October 2027 for a very special quilting adventure along the beautiful Murray River, hosted by Travelrite Tours aboard the iconic PS Murray Princess.
This 10-night journey combines the gentle pleasures of cruising, quilting, sightseeing and good company. I’ll be joining you as your quilting tutor, with workshops throughout the cruise and a brand-new English Paper Piecing project designed especially for this adventure. It will be a wonderful opportunity to slow down, stitch together and enjoy the company of fellow makers while taking in the ever-changing scenery of the Murray.
The journey begins in Adelaide before travelling through South Australia, with time to explore Victor Harbor, the Barossa Valley and Kangaroo Island, as well as discovering the history, landscapes and wildlife of the Murray River. Highlights include a visit to a William Morris & Co exhibition, visits to quilt shops and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the region’s food, wine and scenery.
And, of course, there will be plenty of time aboard the beautiful PS Murray Princess, Australia’s iconic paddlewheeler, to relax, make new friends and enjoy some stitching as the river gently rolls by.
I would absolutely love for you to join me for this special stitching adventure!
2026 Shows
This year I’ll be bringing The Maker’s Stash to the following shows:
- Blue Mountains Quilt Guild – April 17th to 19th
- Fairholme Quilter’s Show May 16th to 17th
- Quilt NSW Exhibition September 17th to 19th
- Craft Alive Orange November 5th to 7th
2027 Shows
- Campbeltown Quilters Guild Show January 30th to 31st
- Southern Highlands Quilt Guild Show February 5th to 7th
Are you hosting a Quilt, Embroidery, Textile or Craft show and would like me to bring The Maker’s Stash to your event? Send me an email to themakersstash@gmail.com or use the contact form below.
Quilt NSW Anual Exhibition
Always a highlight in my yearly Calendar, the Quilt NSW Exhibition is on again this September. This years international guest is Giucy Giuce, plus two special exhibitors Wendy Nutt and Brigitte Giblin. There are also lots of workshops to choose from where you can go home having learnt a new skill.
The exhibition is on Thursday17th to Saturday 19th September, 9:30am to 4pm each day, Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, Rosehill NSW.
Craft Alive Orange
I’m very happy to be returning to Craft Alive Orange this year in November. I had a wonderful time out west last year, meeting the locals including some of those in The Maker’s Stash community.
Thursday 5th to Saturday 7th Nov, 9:30am to 4pm, Naylor Pavilion, Leeds Parade, Orange NSW.
Workshops
I’m currently planning my workshops for 2026! I’ll be offering different workshops in both English Paper Piecing and Slow Stitching. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, my workshops are designed to be fun, relaxed, and inspiring — perfect for creating something beautiful while enjoying the process.
Check back here for upcoming workshops, or sign up to my newsletter to be the first to know when new dates and events are released.
For shops, quilt guilds, or craft groups interested in hosting a workshop, I’d love to hear from you! Please contact me via email at themakersstash@gmail.com or use the contact form below to get in touch and discuss options.
Trunk Shows & Demonstrations
I love bringing the magic of slow stitching and English Paper Piecing to guilds, craft groups, and shops! In my trunk shows and demonstrations, I combine storytelling, technique, and visual inspiration, sharing a wide range of completed work and works-in-progress. You’ll get an inside look at my creative process, pattern development, and the art of slow stitching, all in an engaging and interactive way.
Whether it’s a one-hour trunk show, a hands-on demonstration, or a pop-up shop experience, my events are designed to inspire, teach, and connect.
Interested in booking a session? Email at themakersstash@gmail.com or use the contact form below to chat about your event and available dates.
