Escaping in
Eastern Victoria
By Emma Bradstock
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f you love shopping, are intrigued by history or have a
fascination with the great outdoors, Victoria is the perfect
place for you. The east of the state has the ideal balance between
natural beauty and a trendy metropolitan lifestyle, with its cute
towns, wonderful wineries and breathtaking scenery.
Victoria’s High Country is stunning any time of year, but
winter is when it truly shines. In the winter months, the ski
fields are thronged by skiers and snowboarders. Even if
you’re not a fan of snow sports, it is truly magical when
the ground and trees are dusted with pristine white snow.
The Alpine National Park covers most of the area and 10
of the 11 highest mountains in Victoria are found there.
During the warmer months, wildflowers flourish on the
higher slopes. The quaint town of Beechworth is worth a
visit with its thriving food and wine scene, great shopping and
stunning gold rush architecture, including 30 National Trust-listed
buildings.
Head south to Melbourne, and for a different experience in this
special city, visit the Woodlands Historic Park. Tucked away amid
the urban sprawl, this unique park offers a fascinating look at the
landscape as it would have been seen by settlers in the 1840s. Visit
the old Melbourne Gaol to discover some of the city’s dark history
— and the place where Ned Kelly was hung in 1880.
Follow the coastline south to the Mornington Peninsula and
discover why this is such a popular destination for family summer
What’s On
1–30 June The Roast Collection, Rear Prahran Market, 163
Commercial Rd, South Yarra. www.melbournefoodandwine.
com.au, [email protected]
1–26 August Walhalla Vinter Ljusfest, various locations,
Walhalla. www.visitwalhalla.com
13 September–9 October Tesselaar Tulip Festival, Tesselaar
Tulip Farm, 357 Monbulk Rd, Silvan. www.tulipfestival.com.au
1–31 October October Art Food Wine, various locations
around the Mornington Peninsula.
www.visitmorningtonpeninsula.org
10–27 October Melbourne Festival, various venues,
Melbourne. www.melbournefestival.com.au
20 October–6 November Bright Spring Festival, various
locations around Bright and the Great Alpine Valleys.
www.brightspringfestival.com.au
25–28 October Craft and Sewing Show, Caulfield Racecourse,
Melbourne. www.craftandsew.com.au/Melbourne2012/
9–11 November Beechworth Celtic Festival, various locations,
Beechworth. www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au
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Follow the needle and thread, button by button, as we discover Eastern
Victoria’s best craft shops.
holidays. Enjoy the beautiful beaches and visit some of the
handsome heritage houses.
Phillip Island is a must see for the wildlife with cute koalas,
seals, waterbirds and wallabies in their natural environments,
but perhaps the most popular are the Little Penguins! Gather on
the beach at twilight as the Little Penguins emerge from the water
and waddle across the sand to their burrows. With 26,000 of these
adorable penguins living in the area, there are many opportunities
to see them.
If you love a touch of peace and relaxation, and some good wine,
a visit to the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges is essential.
Situated in a ferny glade in the Dandenongs, the unique William
Ricketts Sanctuary combines the natural beauty of the forest with
half-hidden mystical sculptures. Marvel at the famous Ada tree in
the Yarra State Forest; this 270-year-old tree is approximately 76
metres tall, with a 15-metre circumference, making it the biggest tree
in the world. The Yarra Valley is the perfect place to sample some of
the superb wines from the local wineries and enjoy delicious food
as you gaze at the beautiful scenery.
Finish your visit to Eastern Victoria in the Gippsland region,
rich in Aboriginal culture. The Mitchell River National Park offers
spectacular scenery and holds special significance for the Aboriginal
community with the story of the Den of Nargun.
We’ve only just skimmed the surface of this fascinating part of
Victoria. With so much to see and explore, it will most likely take
more than one visit to fit everything in!
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Veronica Violet Stitcheries
Rutherglen
ituated in the stunning town of Rutherglen,
Veronica Violet Stitcheries opened in September
2011 and is run by Carolyn Watson. Although this
lovely store has only been operating for a short time, it
is already flourishing and has expanded into the shop
next door. With more new stock arriving, this spacious
store is a pleasure to visit.
When you step inside, the space is well-organised
with bright and colourful fabrics aligning one of the
walls, with gorgeous quilts and stitcheries on display.
There is a fantastic selection of fabrics and if you
love yours to be bright and fresh, that is one of their
specialties. There is also a great selection of spots,
stripes and black and white fabrics, the latest Moda range, as well as jelly rolls, fat quarters
and lots of patterns and fabrics by talented Australian designers. If you have any problems or
questions, don’t hesitate to ask as friendly help and advice is always on hand.
Their classroom space is a perfect environment for learning and practising skills such as
English paper piecing and mystery quilts. Sit & Stitch is held on Wednesday evenings, Friday
afternoons and all day on Sundays, and visitors are more than welcome to join in and meet
the locals. Buses and groups are welcome by appointment and weekend workshops can be
arranged with the store, local B&Bs and motels.
Address: 166 Main Street, Rutherglen Vic 3685 Phone: (02) 6032 8050
Blog: www.veronicaviolet.typepad.com
Ruby’s Patchwork
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Ruby’s Patchwork offers
the fantastic Janome
Horizon Memory Craft
12000 embroidery
machine. With many builtin designs and stitches,
as well as the ease and
simplicity of switching
from embroidery mode
to regular sewing, the
Janome 12000 is one
of the best embroidery
machines on the market.
This Goes With That designed by
Sue Daley, is a BOM offered in two
colourways — Fresh and Pretty or
Traditional. Kit includes 2 x 50 piece
papers each month plus templates,
thread, three fat eighths and four 10in
squares of fabric (first month includes
needles and bonus carry bag) for $38
per month plus p&h. Use fabrics from
your stash at home to combine with
those included in the BOM. Make as
many or as few blocks from each month
depending on the size you want your
quilt to be.
Myr tleford
his charming shop in Myrtleford was originally the Railway Milkbar,
when the train still operated in the area, it then changed it’s name
to Ruby’s and thanks to new owner Carolyn Scoble, who knew the character
and charm of the store — and the name — would be perfect for a traditional
patchwork shop, it is now known as Ruby’s Patchwork.
This newly renovated store is wonderfully spacious for displays and
workshops, with the nice big windows offering plenty of light. It has only been
operating since July 2011, but Carolyn has experience in running a patchwork
and quilt shop, so you’re sure to get all the help you need.
Known as the “little shop with the lot”, there are displays of Janome sewing
machines to greet you and they also offer spare parts for all Janome
machines, as well as a technician for service and repairs
of all sewing-machine makes and models. There is a
great selection in-store, with the main focus of providing
haberdashery supplies to the locals in the township and
surrounding areas, where there aren’t many sewing shops.
Carolyn occasionally holds a class in quiltmaking, for both
beginners and intermediate.
Ruby’s Patchwork is dedicated to providing customers
with anything they need for their sewing projects, so if they
don’t have it in-store, they can source the product for you.
Address: 75 Standish Street, Myrtleford Vic 3737 Phone: (03) 5752 1015 Fax: (03) 5752 2189
Email: [email protected]
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Moonee Ponds
Tranquility Crafts ’N Supplies
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his lively shop in the suburbs
of Melbourne has been owned
and run by Joanne Ferguson for the past
19 years, and you will feel like you’re
reuniting with old friends when you
drop by. Joanne and her experienced
staff not only work in the shop, but
enjoy indulging in many of the crafts
themselves, so a visit to Tranquility Crafts
’N Supplies assures you of knowledgeable
advice, and a warm, friendly welcome.
Tranquility stocks a large range of patchwork fabrics, embroidery and cross-stitch
linens, embroidery threads and ribbons including stranded DMC, Threadworx,
Cosmo and Finca Perle in sizes 3, 5, 8, 12 & 16. There is also a large variety of kits,
patterns, books and notions for stitching, painting, beading and patchwork on offer.
The shop is filled with beautifully finished samples to inspire your creativity. Why
not join in a class for a fun time and make new friends who share your passion? An
extensive range of classes is held, including sit and stitch, BOM and UFO classes.
“At the beginning of each term we have an ‘Open Day’ where we display samples for
upcoming classes,” Joanne says. “It’s a great day to drop into the store for a cuppa
and chat and catch up with what’s on offer and new in the store.”
Available from Tranquility Crafts ’N Supplies is
this stunning quilt, The Edwardian House. Contact
the store for further information.
Address: 37 Holmes Road, Moonee Ponds Vic 3039 Phone: (03) 9375 3575
Email: [email protected]
Lazy Daisy Needlework
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This cute Santa’s
Sleigh cross stitch
designed by Nora
Corbett is available
from Lazy Daisy
Needlework for
$21.95 (chart only).
Rosanna
ought by Wendy Fitzpatrick in October 2010,
Lazy Daisy Needlework has enjoyed being in
its current location since early 2011, a convenient 30
minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. It is one of the few
dedicated needlework shops left and with no sewing
machines, knitting wool or patchwork fabric in sight,
Lazy Daisy Needlework is dedicated to the centuriesold techniques of hand-made needlework, and to the
customers who love this craft just as much.
When you step inside, you will find an incredible
range of products needed for all types of handworked needlecraft. They specialise in wool-blanket
embroidery, cross-stitch kits and charts, tapestry kits
and canvases. They also offer great advice on change of
threads when confronted with old patterns, and there
is a great makeup service for cushions, bellpulls and
Christmas stockings.
They also offer classes and a fun-filled Sit and Stitch
class for beginners or those returning to embroidery, cross stitch, tapestry, candlewicking and hardanger. Bus
tours and groups are welcome by prior arrangement. They also have monthly sales, so keep an eye on their
website or Facebook page to find out more.
Address: 2/76–80 Turnham Avenue, Rosanna Vic 3084 Phone: (03) 9457 2322
Email: [email protected] Website: www.lazydaisyneedlework.com.au
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Patchwork House
Hawthorn
ith a great history stretching back to
1966, Patchwork House is still thriving
in the craft-store scene. Kylie and Michael Hawkins
have owned the shop since 2006 and have a great
respect for its history and a dedication to building
on its already fantastic reputation. Kylie had been
attending classes at the shop when the chance to
purchase the business came up. Not surprisingly,
patchwork addict Kylie eagerly seized the opportunity
to spend her days surrounded by patchwork supplies.
Patchwork House is the home of a wide range
of fabrics, quirky giftwares and excellent customer
service. The store is filled wall to wall with beautiful
fabrics and every available space is decorated
with stunning quilt samples. The range of fabrics
available is diverse and reflects Kylie’s love of brights,
reproductions, retros and 1930s prints. Kylie also offers a wide selection of classes, ranging from “bring your own
project” classes to one-off specific project workshops and events with well-known guest designers.
This is also a children-friendly store, with a specially dedicated Kid’s Korner, so you can enjoy an interruption-free shop while
the little ones get creative. The team at Patchwork House is dedicated to providing new and returning customers with friendly help
and advice, so you’re sure to love every moment of your shopping experience.
Address: 77 Church Street, Hawthorn Vic 3122 Phone: (03) 9819 3441 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.patchworkhouse.com.au
Michelle’s Sewing Basket
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Ringwood
his fantastic business owned by Jim and Michelle Aitken has been
going strong for the past 10 years. Offering unbeatable after-sales
service and a huge number of classes, Michelle’s Sewing Basket is one shop
you simply must visit.
The shop is particularly well known for its excellent support for machine
owners — Jim is a technician, which makes this one of the few city shops
that has a technician on-site almost every day. There are also terrific “New
Owners” classes and clubs for people who purchase machines from the
shop. A “48-hour trade-up guarantee” is offered on all machine purchases
for extra peace of mind. Contact the shop for details.
Michelle teaches a variety of popular 5D Software classes including
one on digitising the Friends of Baltimore quilt that won best of show at
Houston last year. The quilt is available for purchase as a monthly pattern.
Visit www.michelleaitkendesigns.com.au for more information on 5D
Software DVD tutorials.
All the current Handi Quilter, Husqvarna Viking and Pfaff machines and
accessories are on display, along with a fantastic range of Singer machines. The shop carries the popular Singer “at home” products,
including irons, ironing presses, and active ironing boards.
You’ll be delighted by the amazing selection of multi-formatted machine embroidery. The beautiful range of fabrics available
offers great value and includes a nice collection of heirloom fabrics and laces. A licensed Martha Pullen tutor also teaches at the
shop, so you can rest assured you’ll always get the best advice at this great outlet.
Address: 2/54 Wantirna Road, Ringwood Vic 3134 Phone: (03) 9870 0011 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.michellessewingbasket.com.au
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Catharina’s Country Collection
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hen travelling to the Yarra Valley, it’s hard to
go past this colourful patchwork store without
stopping. Catharina’s Country Collection is a familyoperated shop owned by avid quilter Catharina Sudholz and
her brother Howard. Catharina and Howard originally began
the business selling patchwork fabrics from her home, but
as the business grew rapidly, the pair took over a local wool
shop and expanded it into patchwork supplies.
Catharina’s Country Collection is a bright and enticing
store, bursting at the seams with beautiful stock. This
shop carries a great range of products including fabrics,
giftware, Singer and Pfaff sewing machines, the Q-Bot
automated quilter from INSPIRA, and now the HQ 18 and
HQ 16 quilting machines. Some of the latest machines
are incredible for creating masterpieces, with fabulous
embroidery packages available.
Catharina and Howard also offer a variety of popular
block of the month programs and classes are available, with
well-known designers often appearing as guest tutors.
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Designed by Catharina, the gorgeous Breakfast at
Tiffany’s quilt captures the grace and sophistication
that made Audrey Hepburn famous. The pattern is
available for $55, plus p&h, or grab a full kit for $390,
plus p&h. It can also be completed as a BOM at $39
per month, plus p&h. Kits and BOM include Press N
Bond, crystals and threads.
Address: 382 Warburton Highway, Wandin North Vic 3139
Phone: (03) 5964 3592 Fax: (03) 5694 2036
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.cccpatchwork.com.au
Patchwork Pumpkin
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Frankston
f you’re looking for a warm, friendly shop where experienced
staff offer personal service and helpful advice, you’re in luck.
Patchwork Pumpkin is all that and more. Since opening the shop in
2000, owners Therese and Natasha Hylton have tried to make every
customer feel welcome the minute they walk through the door.
Most of the designs have been created by Therese and the staff, so
there are many truly unique products on offer. Patchwork Pumpkin
specialises in these original patterns and blocks of the month, so visit
the shop’s website to check out the full range. There’s a wide selection
of fabrics available to suit all tastes, from country to pretty florals and
brights to muted taupes.
The staff are all experienced quilters who love nothing more than to
help customers choose fabrics and share tips on putting quilts together.
The shop also has a sewing-machine repair service.
This year there are a number of fabulous new classes being held
including hand sewing, how do you do…? and foundation piecing,
along with regular classes Beginner’s Sampler, Baltimore Class,
Christmas is Coming and Dear Jane. All the details are on the website.
Bus groups are welcome but be sure to notify the girls early so they can
be prepared with extra staff and a small gift for everyone.
The Country Romance BOM designed by Therese Hylton
is $27.50 per month over 10 months. It is also available
as a pattern for $33.
Address: 61 Kareela Road, Frankston Vic 3199 Phone: (03) 9775 5920
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.patchworkpumpkin.com.au
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Sewing ‘n’ Beyond
Rosebud
he lovely Sewing ‘n’ Beyond is situated on the stunning seaside of Rosebud
on the Mornington Peninsula. Owner Julie Whinney has extensive
experience in the industry and is more than happy to offer advice to customers.
You could not ask for a warmer welcome when you enter the shop. With its
idyllic setting for classes right in front of the large windows, the shop is a sewer’s
dream. The scene is dominated by the vibrant colours from the fabulous range of
patchwork and fashion fabrics, along with damasks,
orientals, batiks and a full range of haberdashery. There
is also a display of Brother and Janome overlockers,
sewing and embroidery machines as well as servicing of
all models, specialising in embroidery-machine servicing,
so you know your machine is in the right hands. New to
the store is the fabulous knitting yarn, which is fantastic
not just for knitters, but for customers who like to
embellish their projects with textured products.
On offer are the fun weekly classes and monthly workshops in basic
dressmaking, patchwork and quilting, funky bags, wacky dolls, trendy home
sewing and out-of-this-world machine embroidery. The tutors and staff are all
very creative, as you can see by the wonderful displays, and are more than happy
to share their knowledge. Call in Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm or Saturday
9am to 1pm to explore everything you can imagine to do with sewing ’n’ beyond.
Address: Shop 1b, 9 Rosebud Parade, Rosebud Vic 3939
Phone: (03) 5981 2020 Fax: (03) 9582 1820
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Treehouse Textiles
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reehouse Textiles is a new, workshop-specific
venue, which opened in February 2012. Run by the
mother/daughter team of Sarah Kuter and Emma Di Stefano,
this unique place combines a contemporary open-plan
building in stunning bushland with views of the secluded
and tranquil lake — a perfect setting for relaxed inspiration.
Treehouse Textiles provide a variety of half day and full
day classes in sewing, dressmaking, patchwork, knitting and
crochet, run by experienced and talented tutors. They have
visiting VIP tutors once a month in speciality areas such
as bag making with Nicole Mallalieu and contemporary
patchwork quilting with Cathy Underhill. Crafting groups
can enjoy workshops exclusively for the day with delicious
morning teas and lunches provided on workshop days.
If stunning views and a tranquil setting isn’t enough to
wow you, there’s a fantastic range of products available
— gorgeous Japanese linens, contemporary and colourful
fabrics, Kaffe Fassett, Moda, Lecien, Echino, Nani Iro and more. They are open to the public on Wednesdays to vist and buy material,
have a coffee or use the space to complete any UFO’s. Treehouse Textiles is a truly unique and stunning workshop destination. With
delcious food, amazing views, incredible fabrics and the chance to create, what more could you ask for?
Address: 61 Bulldog Creek Road, Merricks North Vic 3926 Phone: 0427 570 950
Email: [email protected] Website: www.treehousetextiles.com.au
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Magic Patch Quilting
Tyabb
aving looked after the local community’s patchwork needs
for the past eight years, Carol Lewis’ enchanting shop is well
known for a large range of beautiful fabrics including reproduction,
oriental and kids’ prints.
Along with a fabulous selection of patchwork fabrics and accessories,
the shop carries a wide range of exclusive Magic Patch Quilting patterns,
ranging from simple, beginner’s
projects to complex masterpieces that
will challenge all quilters. A machinequilting service is also available to help
you finish your masterpiece.
Stepping through the door, you
will always be greeted with a friendly
The Kokeshi Wall Hanging measures approximately
face. “Our staff are always willing to
30 x 44in and the pattern is available from Magic Patch
Quilting for $20 plus p&h.
answer any question and help with any
project,” Carol says. Classes are offered
in six-week blocks, along with all-day Saturday workshops. It’s wonderfully personalised and caters to each customer’s needs. Carol
and her team will help you make any project or teach you that technique you have always wanted to learn.
If you can’t make it to the shop, you’re in luck. Magic Patch Quilting now has a fantastic new website and online shop so you can
view all the creative goodies, including the exclusive patterns and many other treasures, wherever you are. Stop by today to see
what’s new.
Address: 1525 Frankston-Flinders Road, Tyabb Vic 3913 Phone: (03) 5977 3332 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.magicpatchquilting.com.au
Craft Quarters
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Koo Wee Rup
raft Quarters is comfortably nestled in Koo Wee Rup, about 50 minutes from Melbourne
and on the way to Phillip Island. After five years in business, the shop carries more than
3000 bolts of amazing fabric including beautiful floral fabrics, colourful Balis and batiks, a
growing selection of Jinny Beyer fabrics and delicious Christmas fabrics all year round.
You’ll find all your needs well catered for.
Wide backings and battings abound, while a
tempting variety of kits awaits to make your
projects easier. Janome and Elna sewing
machines and repairs are also part of the
services offered. Excellent advice is always
close at hand.
Estelle, the shop’s owner, loves nothing
more than to help you choose the right
fabric and she has a wonderful reputation
for being fantastic with colour.
Classes are open to all levels of learning.
The shop and teaching room are light and
bright, with many quilts on display to inspire you. With its unbeatable service
and friendly atmosphere, Craft Quarters is the best place to take a break and
stock up on all your patchwork and quilting needs. The shop is open Monday
to Friday from 9am to 4pm and Saturdays from 9am to 1pm.
Address: 312 Rossiter Road, Koo Wee Rup Vic 3981 Phone/fax: (03) 5997 1779 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.craftquarters.com.au
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Patchwork Maze
Wonthaggi
fter sensing a need for a business to
supply patchwork fabrics and classes
to the local community, as well as sewing and
quilting machines, Jeanette Clark decided to open
Patchwork Maze. Now, an amazing 21 years later,
this patchwork shop is a stitcher’s haven. Jeanette
is assisted in the shop by Rena and together they
deliver welcoming, friendly service.
The shop is well known for its selection of floral
fabrics that aren’t available anywhere else, as well
as the beautiful colourwash quilts. They also have a
great selection of Christmas-themed products for all
of your Christmas project needs — patterns, quilts, fabrics, panels, and more! Patchwork
Maze carries Husqvarna Viking, Brother, Singer, Handiquilter and Babylock machines and
the shop also offers a machine-quilting service.
They run a range of classes, from beginners to advanced. Jeanette’s expertise is in
teaching classes in patchwork, quilting, colourwash and strip-piecing techniques.
Rena specialises in machine embroidery and 5D software classes. Both are trained
by Husqvarna Viking, Brother and Babylock on their range of sewing machines and
overlockers, so you’ll be sure to get expert advice on the machine that’s right for you.
Address: 23 Murray Street, Wonthaggi Vic 3995 Phone: (03) 5672 4777
Fax: (03) 5672 4427 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.patchworkmaze.com.au
Christmas Cards block of the month quilt
from Kookaburra Cottage Quilts measures
68in square and is $35 per month plus p&h.
Scandinavian Christmas block of the month
by Lynette Anderson of Lynette Anderson
Designs measures approximately 36 x 43in.
Both block of the month quilts are available
from Patchwork Maze.
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Rosedale
Lily Lane
ituated in the historical town of Rosedale, Lily Lane is a delightful
store owned and operated by Jennifer McMillan. Craft fanatic Jennifer
began her business almost five years ago so she could share her creative
skills and enthusiasm with other crafters.
The walls at Lily Lane are covered in beautiful quilts and the shop is
filled with wonderful displays that change regularly, so there is always new
inspiration to be found in-store. It’s no wonder it’s often referred to as “a
quilt show in a shop”.
Lily Lane is well known for its diverse range of stock. Here, you’ll find
everything from batiks and orientals to
country styles, florals, organic-cotton
fabrics, novelty prints and fabric panels.
There’s a wide range of books and
patterns available and a great variety of
block-of-the-month and pattern-of-themonth programs on offer. For those who
can’t make it into the shop, Lily Lane
provides a prompt mailorder service and,
where possible, aims to get all orders
shipped on the same day.
Address: 26–28 Prince Street, Rosedale Vic 3847 Phone: (03) 5199 2777
Fax: (03) 5148 6204 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lilylane.com.au
Riviera Patchwork
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Grace Notes is easy to make, with Log Cabin blocks
surrounding a stunning centre featuring a music
theme and gorgeous rose-print border. It measures
60in square and is available from Lily Lane as a kit
for $99.
Bairnsdale
or four fabulous years, Gayle Kyle has run Riviera Patchwork with
a dedication to providing customers with unlimited and friendly
advice and assistance.
Gayle has a love of all types of fabrics and this becomes clear when
you step into the shop, which stocks more than 2500 bolts of fabric. The
selection is well organised but don’t hesitate to ask Gayle for her help if
needed. There is also a good selection of books, as well as patterns from
great Australian designers.
You will find a fantastic machine-quilting service using a Statler/
Gammill computerised system and there is also a great selection of classes
on offer, as well as a fun Sit & Sew
day on Tuesdays. This welcoming
store perfectly combines the choice
in fabrics, books and patterns with
friendly and helpful service, making it
one of those stores you’ll want to visit
more than once.
Now available in Australia are the gorgeous
Tilda fabrics by Norwegian designer Tone
Finnanger, which are available from Riviera
Patchwork. Tilda books are also available.
Address: 99 Main Street, Bairnsdale Vic 3875 Phone: (03) 5153 0099
Email: [email protected] Website: www.rivierapatchwork.com.au
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