Slow Stitching Workshop: Patchwork Parlour

A relaxed stitching circle inspired by Victorian crazy patchwork



2 hours Location Windsor Class size 1 to 4 guests   $60
Step into Patchwork Parlour, a relaxed stitching circle where the pace is slow, the conversation flows easily, and every piece of fabric carries the possibility of a new story.
Inspired by the rich tradition of Victorian crazy patchwork, these gatherings celebrate decorative hand embroidery, treasured textile scraps, and the simple pleasure of making alongside others. Whether you're an experienced stitcher or picking up a needle for the first time, you'll be warmly welcomed around the table.
Unlike a formal sewing class, Patchwork Parlour is a hosted making session. Rose is there to demonstrate techniques, offer guidance, and help you develop your own ideas while everyone works at their own pace.
You might choose to:
  • Create your own crazy patch block to develop into a cushion, bag, quilt, or artwork
  • Begin stitching on one of Rose's prepared patchwork blocks
  • Contribute to an evolving community quilt
  • Continue a project from a previous gathering
  • Simply enjoy a morning of embroidery in good company
Throughout the session, you'll discover decorative embroidery stitches including feather stitch, chain stitch, herringbone stitch, French knots, couching, and more, learning naturally through conversation and demonstration rather than rigid instruction.
A large collection of carefully curated cottons, silks, and embroidery threads is available to explore, and each gathering begins with a shared basket of textile treasures where participants are invited to exchange small fabric scraps. Over time, these shared materials become woven into everyone's work, creating unexpected connections between makers.
Tea, coffee, and homemade cake are always part of the morning, making Patchwork Parlour as much about community as creativity.
Whether you come once or return week after week, you'll leave with beautiful stitching, new ideas, and the quiet satisfaction that comes from making something by hand.

Upcoming dates for Slow Stitching Workshop: Patchwork Parlour

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 18 Oct 2026, 12:50pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

19 upcoming dates between 29 Oct 2026 and 7 Jan 2027.

  • Thu 29 Oct 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 4 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 5 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Fri 6 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 11 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 12 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 18 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 19 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 25 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 26 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 2 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 3 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 9 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 10 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 16 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 17 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 23 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Wed 30 Dec 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Thu 7 Jan 2027, 10am-12pm
What you'll get
  • Two hours of hosted stitching in a beautiful working studio
  • Individual guidance and demonstrations throughout the session
  • Access to a large collection of cotton and silk fabrics
  • A wide selection of quality embroidery threads
  • Pre-prepared crazy patch blocks if you'd like to begin stitching immediately
  • Tea, coffee, and homemade cake
  • The opportunity to contribute to an evolving community quilt (optional)
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Knowledge required
No experience is necessary. Beginners are warmly welcomed, while experienced stitchers will enjoy working on their own projects alongside the group and exploring new techniques.
What to bring
Nothing is required. You're welcome to bring your own embroidery project, treasured fabric scraps, or embroidery threads if you'd like to incorporate them into your work, but all materials are available in the studio.
Location

1/1a Windsor Place, Windsor VIC

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Recent reviews of Slow Stitching Workshop: Patchwork Parlour

  • 5/5 from Joanna Benhamou, attended Oct 2026: I had such a lovely time at today's embroidery workshop! I learned several new embroidery stitches and techniques, which I was able to incorporate into my slow-stitching project that I started a few weeks ago. It was wonderful to build on my previous work, discover new creative possibilities and add beautiful details to my piece. Such an enjoyable, relaxing and inspiring experience! I really loved it!
  • 5/5 from Joanna Benhamou, attended Sep 2026: I really enjoyed this slow stitching workshop. It was such a relaxing and creative experience, and I loved having the time to slow down and enjoy the process. I finished my piece during the workshop and also learned several new embroidery stitches and techniques. The class was enjoyable, inspiring and very well explained. I had such a lovely time that I’ll definitely be going back for another workshop.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Larcombe, attended Sep 2026: Amazing class as always. Progressed well with my embroidery project and heaps of inspiration for more! Thank you Rose!
  • 5/5 from Sarah Larcombe, attended Sep 2026: Rose is a wonderful teacher who helped me repair a favourite old shirt with embroidery and embellishments. Very happy!
  • 5/5 from Joanna Benhamou, attended Aug 2026: I really enjoyed the Slow Stitching Workshop: Patchwork with Rose. She was incredibly kind, patient and helpful, and gave us plenty of hands-on guidance throughout the workshop. There was a fantastic choice of beautiful fabrics, ribbons, embroidery threads and other materials, giving us lots of freedom to experiment and create something personal. I did the first part patchwork and next time i ll do all the finitions and all the fancy hand stichings! Rose created such a relaxed, welcoming and creative atmosphere and was always available to offer advice and encouragement. She even made us a beautiful homemade cake, which was such a thoughtful and delicious touch! It was a wonderful creative experience and would definitely recommend it!
  • 5/5 from Sarah Larcombe, attended Aug 2026: Rose is the kindest, most helpful teacher and the class is in a beautiful space. I learnt a number of different embroidery stitches, and importantly learnt how - when used in different combinations - they can create something gorgeous, elaborate and layered. Rose provided a generous selection of quality, beautiful fabrics and threads, and advice throughout the session how to make your piece even more special. I’ll be back as I continue to work on my piece.
Your teacher

House of Windsor Studios
House of Windsor Studios

5.0 (22)
female Women-owned

I’m an artist, jeweller, and lifelong maker based in Melbourne. I’ve spent years working across textiles, metal, drawing, sculpture, and all kinds of materials — I’ve always been happiest when I’m making something with my hands.
My pathway into making wasn’t through just one craft. I’ve always moved between disciplines, learning techniques wherever I could find them and becoming fascinated by the way materials behave, transform, and carry meaning. Over time, that evolved into a contemporary art practice alongside jewellery making, teaching, and workshop development.
I’m currently undertaking a PhD at RMIT, where my research explores creative practice, material thinking, and metaphor through making. While my academic work is important to me, teaching workshops offers something different and equally valuable: the opportunity to help people feel capable, absorbed, and connected through practical hands-on experience.
I genuinely love teaching. One of the most rewarding moments is watching someone arrive nervous or unsure of themselves and then gradually settle into the process, becoming focused, confident, and proud of what they’ve made. I’m known for creating a calm, welcoming environment where people feel comfortable trying something new without pressure or intimidation.
My Windsor studio is what I like to call a one-room beginning, middle, and finishing school — you walk in, everything is prepared and ready to go, and you leave having made something real.
Alongside my studio practice, I’ve taught across a range of creative contexts and have extensive experience guiding beginners through unfamiliar tools and processes. My workshops are carefully structured, highly supportive, and focused on giving people a genuine sense of achievement, whether they’re making a sterling silver spinner ring, working with gourds, or exploring textiles and handcraft.
Something many people don’t realise is how meditative and absorbing hands-on making can be. Working with materials has a way of slowing people down, shifting attention, and creating a rare kind of focus that’s increasingly hard to find. That atmosphere is something I care about deeply in the studio.
My workshops combine technical guidance, contemporary craft practice, and thoughtful hospitality — good tools, beautiful materials, tea, coffee, homemade cake, and enough time and support for people to properly enjoy the process.
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