Quick Quilting: Quilt-As-You-Go Placemats
Your quick start to Quilting

This fun, fast-paced quilting class is perfect for absolute beginners and for those who’ve dabbled in quilting and want a satisfying, low-pressure project.
Using the quilt-as-you-go method, you’ll create a beautiful, practical quilted placemat while learning the essential building blocks of quilting — without the overwhelm of a full quilt. It’s a great introduction to quilting or a confidence-boosting refresher.
Join Lorena Uriarte, renowned Modern Quilter, to discover just how approachable (and addictive!) quilting can be.
This class is designed to give you quick wins, real understanding, and a finished project — perfect if you’ve ever felt intimidated by quilting but always wanted to try.
The Project:
-You’ll make one or more quilt-as-you-go placemats (time and pace dependent), learning how quilting layers are built, stitched, and finished as you go.
This method allows you to:
-Quilt and piece at the same time -Avoid handling bulky layers -Achieve professional-looking results quickly
Skill Level --> Beginner & Beyond No quilting experience needed. You should be comfortable using a sewing machine and sewing a straight line.
Why you'll love this course
Who this class is for:
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Your teacher

Lorena Uriarte
Lorena is an award-winning, world-renowned quilter known for bold, colourful designs. She generously shares her expertise, blending hand and machine techniques. Passionate about teaching, she helps students create striking quilts and embrace creativity as a way to unwind.
Choose a date
Sun, 16 August
12:00 AM – 8:00 AM
with Lorena Uriarte
$185
Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville
Access via stairs only

