Slashed Quilting Workshop | Thursday Oct 8th | With Jennie Sloan

Your own sewing machine will need to be brought along for this day class with the addition of a Walking Foot attachment. 

All materials and threads will be provided. You are welcome to use my quilting accessories but may feel more comfortable with your own 24’’ x 61/2 quilting ruler and rotary cutter. 

Highlighted class list requirements that I will have on hand for sale if required.

Your project will not be completed in this class but can be finished off at home within an hour or two.

10:30 – 3:30 (approx)

Please arrive at  between 10:00 – 10:15 for meet and greet, morning coffee and readiness for a sharp start at 10:30.

This class is best-suited for those with good working knowledge of their sewing machine.

Jennie Sloan from Nimble Fingers

“Art and textiles have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. From early childhood, I was rarely without a pencil, knitting needles, or embroidery threads in hand—and a sewing machine always nearby. Inspired by my mother, a beautifully exquisite example of true nimble fingers, I developed a deep love for the tactile and a joyful appreciation for creative expression.

In the 1990s, I completed a slashed quilting course with the late Julie Wallace of Loch, which led me to start nimble fingers—a home-based business creating small quilts for retail and commissioned pieces. As a stay-at-home mum, this allowed me to nurture both my family and my creativity within our home.

Over the years, my love of making has grown to include a range of arts and crafts, all created with heart and care in every stitch. In 2022, I opened a purpose-built studio at our marthadale home, expanding nimble fingers into a space for teaching and sharing. Here, I offer classes in slashwork and other creative forms, joined by a wonderful circle of talented tutors and friends.

I believe creativity is a beautiful expression of the inner self and a powerful tool for relaxation, joy, and self-discovery. With gentle guidance, I hope to open the door to new skills and meaningful exploration for everyone who walks into the studio.

All thread and fabrics are included.

Expert, hands-on guidance from Jennie throughout the workshop.

Enjoy morning tea, a sit-down lunch, and afternoon tea, featuring fresh produce from the Marthadale vegetable garden.

Please advise us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

• Your sewing machine (in perfect working order) with a Walking Foot (most important)  

• Please ensure your machine has the capacity for the walking foot attachment if you have not previously used one.

• Contact your service provider if you do not own a walking foot as they are not usually a part of a packaged purchase.

• Personal Sewing Notions: Scissors (snips), s/s safety pins, spare sewing machine needles, extra bobbins, gauge ruler, water soluble fabric pen.

• Your machine instruction booklet (in case of any hiccups!).

• A note book and pen

• A bag to carry away your goodies