Each year I have a tradition of presenting some extra classes in January which is our Summer holiday period here in Australia. I will be offering each participant their choice of three new patterns. Firstly there is the Octavia Pouches, one for an iPad or book and a smaller matching glasses/scissor keeper (pictured above). This will entail some relaxing hand stitching.
The second project is my a Jane Austen inspired reading/sewing pillow called the “Regency Cushion”. This includes a lovely stitchery design plus hexagons.
The third project is a machine pieced runner I have called the “Botanicals” runner made from the Riley Blake “Emma” range”.
Of course you may also choose any other project from my vast portfolio or continue on your “Katrina” projects. Just let me know!
Dates and venues for Summer School 2026 are as follows. Classes are held from 10am to 4pm. Please contact the relevant shop for bookings and more information.
Old Menangle School Site Hall (please email me at kat.had@bigpond.com)
28 Station Street, Menangle
Monday 12th January (Booked Out)
Thursday 22nd January (Booked Out)
Lyn’s Fine Needlework, Baulkham Hills, Phone 02 96862325
Saturday 10th January
Wednesday 21st January
The Quilting Queen, Penrith, Phone 0431 050 421
Wednesday 14th January (Booked Out)
Post Office Patchwork, Glenbrook, Phone 02 4739 9555
Friday 16th January
Thread Botanica, Mittagong, Phone 0438 450 244
Monday 19th January (Booked Out)
Tuesday 20th January (New Date announced 11/12/25)
Please contact me if you have any questions via email kat.had@bigpond.com.
I am passionate about quilting, especially English paper piecing and fine hand applique. My favourite fabrics are reproductions from the 19th century and my style is often inspired by antique quilts.