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Karin Hellaby

5 tours from £1,375pp

Expert Overview

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.

5 Holidays available from £1,375pp

Embark on a remarkable exploration of the Indian state of Gujarat, known for its rich cultural history and textile heritage.

  • Hand-stitching workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
  • Local textile workshops
  • Return flights from London to Ahmedabad with 1 piece of checked-in luggage
  • 12 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 13 lunches and 12 dinners
  • Entrance fees and excursions
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Tips for drivers and local guides

Availability:

  • 2026 27th January 28th January
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
  • Join Direct Join Direct

Explore Turkey, absorbing its rich textile and historical heritage, whilst discovering spectacular landscapes and traditional handicrafts!

  • 9 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 7 evening meals either in the hotel or at a local restaurant
  • 2 half-day workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
  • Ebru and Iznik tile workshops with local artisans
  • Excursions, entrance fees and transportation as per the itinerary
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Gratuities for the guide and coach drivers

Availability:

  • 2025 6th October
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
Patchwork & Quilting
Festival

Get to know other stitchers and discover stunning sights of Prague on a stitching holiday centred around the Brno Patchwork Meeting.

  • 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 2 evening meals
  • 2 full-day hand-sewing workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Excursions, entrance fees and coach travel as described in the itinerary

Availability:

  • 2025 22nd April
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
  • Join Direct Join Direct

Join our expert in Armenia, discovering local embroidery and textiles, historical and cultural landmarks, and stitching workshops.

  • 8 nights bed and breakfast accomodation
  • 2 lunches and 5 dinners
  • Textile workshops with local artisans
  • Workshops with our expert, kit included
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout the tour
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Private coach transfers throughout
  • Excursions and entrance fees

Availability:

  • 2025 22nd September
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
Patchwork & Quilting
NEW

On this festive stitching holiday, experience the beautiful, World Heritage City of Bath and its wonderful Christmas market with Karin Hellaby.

  • 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 2 full-day hand-stitching workshops with Karin Hellaby, refreshments included
  • A welcome dinner and a festive farewell dinner
  • Executive coach transfers
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

Availability:

  • 2025 1st December
Travel Options
  • Join Direct Join Direct

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Karin Hellaby

Karin Hellaby

Internationally renowned quilt teacher Karin Hellaby is the author of 11 quilting books and numerous patterns. She is a regular teacher at the Houston International Quilt Show and has been invited to teach at quilting symposiums in New Zealand, Dubai, Paducah and more.
Janet Clare

Janet Clare

Janet Clare is an artist, textile designer, teacher, author, quilter and all-round creative thinker. She is inspired by words, sayings and lovely phrases that she comes across and also by children and the joy they find in the mundane.
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