Description
Christmas in July
Happy Penguin Stocking
Applique Technique Class
Teacher: Mary Nemsow
Are you like me—full of Christmas project plans that somehow get left until the last minute… and then quietly rolled over to next year?
Join us for our Christmas in July series and get a joyful head start this time around.🎄✨
In this cosy, creative two-part workshop, you’ll stitch the adorable ‘Happy Penguin’ Stocking by Natalie Bird – your very own heirloom Christmas stocking that you’ll look forward to bringing out year after year or a beautiful keepsake to give to someone to treasure .
This project is offered across two relaxed hand-piecing sessions, and you’re welcome to book into one or book into both and throughout these workshops, the very talented Mary will be on hand to guide you through the project, sharing helpful tips, techniques, and plenty of encouragement along the way.
In Session One, we slow things down with English Paper Piecing: a beautifully mindful technique that’s as satisfying as it is addictive. Slow down, enjoy the rhythm of hand stitching and build your patchwork panel one piece at a time.
In Session Two, Time to add the magic. Through appliqué and embroidery, you’ll bring the sweet penguin feature panel to life, adding texture, charm, and plenty of personality.
*Note* To make this class more beginner friendly and due to the small pieces of applique Mary will be focusing on the blanket stitch method rather than needle turn to complete this project.
Perfect for confident beginners and beyond, these sessions are all about enjoying the process, learning new techniques, and creating something truly special by hand. Come for one, or settle in for both—either way, you’ll leave inspired (and just a little more festive).
Session One: Happy Penguin ‘English Paper Piecing Technique Class’
Wednesday 1st July 2026
9.30 am until 12.30 pm
Session Two: Happy Penguin ‘Applique Technique Class’
Wednesday 8th July 2026
9.30 am until 12.30 pm
Dates: Christmas in July Workshop (2 Sessions) – Wednesday 1st July (EPP) AND Wednesday 8th July (Applique)
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Location: Patchwork with Gail B Shop (Bayswater)
Class Price: $55 each session … or enrol for both sessions for $99.
**IMPORTANT NOTE**
Class Fee does not include the pattern, fabrics, or other class requirements.
Limited stock available of the original kits in the Merry Little Christmas Fabric (As shown in image).
We recommend pre-ordering your kit to avoid disappointment.
For more details on requirements contact the shop via email shop@patchworkwithgailb.com or phone (03) 9729 3635 or pop by to have a chat with one of our friendly team.
Patchwork with Gail B Class Policy
– Full payment of class fees is required at the time of enrolling to secure your place in a class.
– All classes require a minimum number of students to run. Final confirmation for the class will be given 7-10 days prior and class requirements will be emailed at this time. We suggest that you only purchase your requirements when the class is confirmed.
– If the class is cancelled due to insufficient numbers, government imposed restrictions and lockdowns or another reason outside the shops control, a full refund, enrollment transfer to the rescheduled date or store credit will be given. No other refunds can be given for classes.
– No catch up classes are available
– No children are allowed to attend classes (unless specifically stated for the class)
– Sewing machines (if required for class) must be in good working order and you must know how to operate them
– Where classes are project based, given different level of skills and sewing pace, the project may not be completed by the end of the session.
– An email address must be provided for communication. If you do not have an email address, you will need to visit the store to receive the class requirements list up to 10 days prior to class start.
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