Description

3-D Hexagonal Happenings with Jennie Rayment

Date & Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Skill Level: All levels

Discover how to create stunning 3D effects in patchwork without the tricky Y-seam! In this workshop, Jennie Rayment — an expert in sewing Y seams — will teach you how to achieve the same visual depth using light, medium, and dark fabric tones.

You’ll learn how to use simple strip piecing to create tumbling blocks and bring your 3-D Hexagonal Happenings quilt to life with amazing dimension and perspective.

 

Please bring with you:-

Requirements:

  • Sewing machine, foot control, power lead, and instruction book.
  • Spare machine bobbins and assorted machine needles – 70 – 100 (10 – 16)
  • Extension table for machine – if owned
  • Selection of fabrics ranging in colours from light to dark – good contrast is best for maximum 3-Dimensioanl effect. Bring 50 x 115 cm (Half a metre) of four to five different materials or a good selection of Fat Quarters.
  • Good selection of thread to match your fabrics
  • Rotary cutter, 17 x 23” cutting board, long ruler
  • Any 60-degree acrylic diamond templates and or hexagons you possess – optional as most of the designs can be made with regular ruler
  • General sewing accessories
  • Spectacles if required

🧵 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 Jennie Rayment

Jennie is a globally celebrated quilt teacher and author of nine quilt books and countless patterns. She’s taught and lectured across the world — from Houston to Qatar, Durban to Melbourne, and Auckland — always delighting audiences with her humour, charm, and expertise.

Her workshops are not only packed with learning but filled with laughter and inspiration — a true treat for stitchers of all levels!

☕ Additional Information

🍴 Lunch Information

Please remember to bring a packed lunch with you. A cool bag is recommended if needed.

If you prefer to buy something on the day, there are several convenient options nearby, including Subway, Bakery 79, and Tesco.

We’ll also provide tea and coffee during the session to keep you refreshed throughout the day!

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. We kindly ask that you avoid parking along the length of the warehouse.

We look forward to welcoming you for a fun and creative day!

📅 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