Description

One-Day Bargello Patchwork Workshop with Anita Birtles

10am to 4pm

Workshop Description

Join Anita Birtles for a one-day Bargello Patchwork Workshop and learn to create stunning Bargello quilts with professional guidance. Bargello quilting is inspired by the traditional embroidery technique and transformed into vibrant, flowing fabric patterns. This workshop is perfect for beginners who have some experience with rotary cutting and sewing accurate quarter-inch seams and want to take their patchwork skills to the next level.

During this hands-on workshop, you will learn the strip set method to create eye-catching Bargello patterns. By the end of the day, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to complete a 36” x 48” quilt from 20 strips or a larger quilt using a full Jelly Roll. Using a mix of dark, medium and light fabrics ensures your colours really pop, making your quilt visually stunning.

Whether you’re a beginner keen to explore new patchwork techniques or someone with unfinished projects, this workshop is an inspiring way to develop your skills in a supportive, friendly environment.

Please bring with you, or purchase on the day of your workshop –

Bargello Quilt Requirements:

Notes:

  • Basic knowledge of rotary cutting and sewing accurate quarter-inch seams is recommended.

  • Use a spread of dark, medium, and light fabrics to ensure the pattern stands out.

🧵 Sewing Machine Reminder

To help you make the most of your workshop time, please ensure that you are familiar with your sewing machine and arrive with it threaded and ready to go. This will save valuable time at the start of the session and allow you to get stuck into sewing straight away!

If you’re not yet confident with your machine or need a refresher, why not book a one-to-one session with us before your workshop? We’ll help you feel comfortable and confident, so you can focus on learning and enjoying your class.

About Anita Birtles

Anita Birtles is a passionate quilter and experienced sewing instructor known for her friendly teaching style and clear, practical guidance. With years of experience in patchwork, quilting, and bag making, Anita specializes in helping beginners build confidence and develop essential skills. Her classes focus on precision, creativity, and making sewing enjoyable for all skill levels.

Anita’s enthusiasm for quilting shines through her workshops, where she shares expert tips and techniques that empower students to create beautiful, professional-looking projects.

Additional Notes

☕ Additional Information

Refreshments:
Tea and coffee will be available before and during the class to keep you fuelled and refreshed.

Shopping Opportunity:
You’ll have time to browse our Warehouse Shop before the class starts, during breaks, and even afterwards — the perfect chance to stock up on fabric, notions, and supplies for your next project.

🚗 Parking:
Free parking is available at the warehouse.
Please park in the designated car park at the bottom of the building — this ensures clear access for disabled visitors and delivery vehicles.

📅 Cancellation Policy

Workshop Cancellations by Us:
In exceptional circumstances, we may need to cancel a workshop or event. If this happens, we will:

  • Offer you an alternative date where possible, securing your place in the class

  • Provide as much notice as possible, with cancellations made no later than 48 hours before the scheduled workshop

  • If no alternative date is suitable, we will refund you in full

Please note:
We are unable to reimburse any additional costs you may have incurred to attend, such as travel, accommodation, or materials purchased independently.

Cancellations by You:
If you need to cancel your place:

  • 14 days’ notice or more before the first session:

    • You may request a refund (minus a 10% admin fee)

    • Or transfer to another available class

  • Less than 14 days’ notice:

    • Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a refund or transfer

We appreciate your understanding and encourage early notice wherever possible to allow us to offer your place to another attendee.

Location
Lady Sew and Sew
Farm Road
Henley on Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 1EJ
UK

Tel: 01491 572 528