Classes

Want to do a class but don't have a sewing machine?

No problem, you can hire one from us!

 We have 6 brand new Bernette 38's available for hire at $10.00 per class. So branch out and try something new today!

Please request when signing up for a class if your require a hired machine as there is a limited number available. You will need to bring along your own thread, pins and other general sewing supplies.

 

 

 

♦ Save the Dates ♦  

 

♥ BERNINA Skills Class 13th - 14th February.

Get to know the ins and outs of your BERNINA! More information below!

 

♥ Ashburton Mid-Winter Retreat 17-19th July

Join us for an amazing long weekend of fun, food, laughter and stitching! Registrations are not yet open but you are welcome to register your interest. Email us your contact information with "I would love to be apart of your Ashburton Retreat" and you will be added to the expressions list.

 

♥ Quilt Symposium 2026 - Threads of our Time October 1st - 6th

We are very happy to have symposium closer to home this year! We cant wait to see you all there! 

 

 

Conditions of classes at Annie's

1. Your place in the class with be confirmed with payment of the class fee in full, and purchase of products required which is available from Annie’s CQS.
2. If you are unable to attend and someone to fill your place in the class, you will receive a store credit for the full amount of the class.
3. No refunds will be given for cancellations within 7 days of the scheduled class.
4. If for any reason the class is cancelled by Annie’s Country Quilt Store a full refund or store credit will be given.

 

 

BERNINA Skills Class 13th - 14th FEB 

 

Have a BERNINA? 

This is your chance to make friends with your sewing machine! Learn how to get the most out of it and make some small projects. From basic maintenance (that will save you money), how to use those fancy stitches that you didn't know that  you had a use for, to using the memory system and trying out some new feet and accessories. Come along, learn and have your questions answered that you were too scared to ask.

Date: Friday 13th & Saturday 14th February

Time: 10am - 4pm

Where: At Annie's

Class Fee: $55 for two days (a small kit will be provided)

Tutor: Rachel Maw

 

 

 

Slow Stitching with Stanley 27-28 March 

– tutored by Maria  Morrissey

This class is a feast of creativity with slow stitching, textures, buttons, beads and threads which has evolved through a collaboration with Kasia (www.kasiajacquot.com) who designed the panel, Oamaru textile artist Maria Morrissey and Annie’s Country Quilt Store.

Maria has taken the stitching to a new level cutting, restitching and embellishing the panel then adding her own hand made buttons to make this stunning piece which can be used as a bag panel, quilt centre of perhaps a cushion or work book cover.

Over the two days all the stitching techniques will be covered so that you can make your own unique piece of textured art – perhaps take it in another direction with Maria’s guidance.  You will have the opportunity to make your own button embellishments or purchase some of Maria’s buttons to add to your piece.

Your place in the class with be confirmed with payment of the class fee in full, and purchase of your “Stanley” stitchery panel which is available from Annie’s CQS.

Book now as places are limited!

Date: Friday-Saturday 27-28 March

Time: 10am-4.00 pm

Where: Annie’s Country Quilt Store Classroom

Class Fee: $95.00 (2 day class)

 

Regular Fortnightly Classes

Thursday Morning Class

Get reinspired or pick up a new hobby, come along to our Thursday Morning Classes.

Join Rachel and a group of like-minded ladies for a morning of stitching/patchwork/embroidery/what ever you desire. Bring along your U.F.O (UnFinished Object) or we can help you pick out a new project. 

Both machine and handwork projects are welcome as there is plenty of space in the classroom to spread out and access to the shop for the bits and bobs that you need along the way. Rachel is here to share her words of wisdom on the tricky bits so all skill levles are welcome

Cost: $10.00 per class
Tutor: Rachel Maw

When: Thursday Morning Class (Fortnightly) 10-12:30pm 

Beginng Feb 5th 2026

Feb 19th

March 5th

more dates to follow

Not sure when the next class is? Give us a call and we will keep you in the know. J

 

 

Saturday Wool Class

This is a monthly get together for people who are hooked on (or would like to be) wool applique with our first wool class of the year on Saturday February 25th.  Sue Spargo and Wendy Williams are two designers who have inspired up with their creativity and combinations of colours, textures, applique and embroidery techniques.  Choose your own design or one from the many books and patterns we have in store, or bring along your 'Work in Progress' and enjoy the company of like minded stitchers.

Saturday:  10:00-4:00pm at Annie's CQS

Dates:   Classes begin 31st Jan!

See you in 2026!

Saturday Jan 31st

Saturday Feb 28th

Saturday March to be confirmed

Saturday April 18th

Saturday May 23rd

Saturday June 27th

dates for second half of the year to be confirmed

Class Fee: $20.00
Tutor: Rachel Maw

 

 

Crazy Cross Stitchers -  5-8 pm

Three hours of uninterrupted stitching, what more could a girl want!

Come along to our Crazy Cross Stitchers Evening. Bring your work in progress or peruse through the shop for a new project, we can help with linens, threads, hoops..whatever you need, as well as something to nibble on, something to drink ...and it's free!

Be around a goup of like-minded people & beginners are most welcome!

Friday:  5:00-8:00pm (p.s. it's okay to show up whenever work finishes for you)

Where: at Annie's CQS

Dates: Evenings begin Jan 30th!

(These dates are subject to change please check with Annies Country Quilt Store to comfirm)

See you in 2026!

Friday Jan 30th

Friday Feb 27th

Friday March 13th

Friday April 17th

Friday May 22nd

Friday June 26th   

Class Fee: FREE