A day spent with yours truly (Jennie) as I show you the machine method of a traditional Japanese quilting style.

This versatile quilting method of layered fabrics allows for a ‘chenille’ type appearance and is incredibly absorbent. These quilts are best machine-washed and tumble-dried to improve its effect of blooming.

You will sew a linen and cotton machine-quilted bath-sized mat that could also be utilised as a baby change mat.

These initial learning skills will allow for the growth of future quilt making into throws and quilt covers for beds, cushions and even clothing.

Delight in this unique and peaceful, mediative print workshop using beautiful materials- Habotai silk, Japanese inks, handmade paper, and rubber blocks. You will learn how to carve the surface of the rubber blocks and transfer these images to Awagami handmade Japanese Paper and a 50cm x 50cm silk scarf.

Joyfully wear your beautifully printed neck scarf home after a lovely day of creativity and delicious food created in the kitchen at Marthadale.

Demonstrating the many and varied gastronomic delights of traditional Mediterranean cuisine with Rosa Malignaggi from Rosa’s Table.

Rosa’s parents Diego and Pina Mirabella were born in Calatafimi, Sicily. They were very generous in sharing their cooking, food traditions and stories with me. The seasonal recipes used in this demonstration have been inspired by some of their favourite family dishes as well as Rosa’s recent culinary tour to Sicily.

Come and be a part of these food experiences and take away with you a piece of history and culture to inspire you and your cooking.

A traditional Japanese embroidery method and a beautiful relaxing mindful style of slow stitching.

This technique can be used for the current trend of visible mending and is an art form to be readily used throughout your home for your daily uses such as wall hangings, placemats, table runners and whatever your creations desire! Traditionally using the Japanese indigos your own colour palettes can easily be used and inspired upon! Feel free to bring along samples of your own fabrics for gathering inspiration and advice.