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Karin Hellaby
4 tours from £559pp
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Karin Hellaby is an internationally known quilt teacher and author of 11 quilting books and numerous patterns. She is a regular teacher at the Houston International Quilt Show and has also been invited to teach at quilting symposiums in New Zealand, Dubai, Paducah and the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show in Oregon.
Her teaching travels have taken her all over North America, the Middle East and several European countries. Her style is very much multi technique always finding ways to make patchwork simple, quick and fun to learn. Karin started Quilters Haven in 1993. It became one of the largest quilt shops in the UK and she sold it in 2016. This has given her more time to teach and travel, especially in SE Asia where two of her sons are based.
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On this fun quilting weekend with Karin Hellaby, you'll use clever, time-saving techniques to create striking Attic Window and Pinwheel blocks!
- 2 full days of tuition with Karin Hellaby
- A copy of Karin Hellaby's books 'Sew Simple Pinwheels' and 'Sew Simple Attic Windows'
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine throughout the weekend
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Tea, coffee and snacks throughout the weekend
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2027 23rd July
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From hand-spun yarn and traditional Fair Isle knitting to contemporary textile design, discover the breathtaking Shetland Islands.
- 2 half-day hand-sewing workshops with Karin Hellaby
- Evening 'The Use of Colour in Textiles' talk by Deborah Briggs
- 6 nights half-board accommodation, including full, cooked Scottish breakfast and a 3-course dinner with coffee
- 2 lunches
- Entrance fees and excursions as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2027 26th May
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Experience the charm of Belgium with Karin Hellaby, as we travel by Eurostar and uncover the craft and textile traditions of the Flanders region.
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day workshop with Karin Hellaby, refreshments included
- Return Eurostar from London St Pancras to Belgium
- 5 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 1 evening meal
- Entrance fees, excursions and workshops as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Driver and guide gratuities
Availability:
- 2027 31st October
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Discover North India’s rich textile heritage, from Delhi’s lively markets to Himalayan woollens in Shimla and Amritsar's vibrant embroidery.
- 2 half-day hand-sewing workshops with your expert, refreshments and kit included
- 14 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in 4- and 5-star hotels
- 1 lunch and 13 dinners
- Travel by train from New Delhi to Chandigarh
- Excursions, entrance fees and air-conditioned car/coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager and a local English-speaking guide
- Tips for drivers and local guides
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- 2027 7th March 26th September 27th September
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