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Patchwork & Quilting
Overview
If you’re passionate about patchwork and quilting, love to travel, and would like to share new experiences with like-minded crafters, then why not join us on a Stitchtopia patchwork and quilting holiday? Whether you’re an experienced quilter or enthusiastic amateur, you can combine your favourite pastime with activities such as sightseeing and visits to textile museums, the chance to meet local quilters, and the opportunity to find that perfect fabric for your stash as you shop in carefully chosen quilting stores.
Whether it’s stunning Switzerland or the lovely North East of England, our carefully curated quilting retreats offer the perfect way to hone your stitching skills. The marvellous, traditional, and contemporary quilts of our fantastic destinations are a great inspiration for your expert-led machine stitching or hand-sewing workshops.
With so many fantastic holidays to choose from, we’re confident you’ll find your perfect patchwork and quilting holiday in our collection.
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11 Holidays available from £499pp
Visit the beautiful Lake District and enjoy three full-day sewing machine workshops with Kim Suleman and three full-day excursions.
- 3 full-day workshops using Bernina machines, kit and refreshments included
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Excursions including private coach transport and entrance fees
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Tips for coach drivers and local guides
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- 2025 8th September
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Staying at the stunning Villa Quaranta, join expert Carolyn Forster in northern Italy, enjoying included excursions to Limone, Padua, and more.
- 3 full-day hand sewing workshops with your expert, refreshments and kit included
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 4 evening meals
- Entrance fees, excursions and transportation as described in the itinerary
- Local English-speaking guides in Verona and Padua
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- City tax
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- 2025 3rd November
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Learn about the traditional handicrafts, explore the last-divided capital in the world, and enjoy expert-led workshops in charming Kyrenia.
- 2 full and 2 half-day hand-quilting workshops with your expert, refreshments and kit included
- 7 nights half-board accommodation
- Excursions and entrance fees
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Services of an English-speaking local guide on tours and transfers
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- 2025 13th November
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On this festive stitching holiday, experience the beautiful, World Heritage City of Bath and its wonderful Christmas market with Karin Hellaby.
- 2 full-day hand-stitching workshops with Karin Hellaby, refreshments included
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- A welcome dinner and a festive farewell dinner
- Executive coach transfers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2025 1st December
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Experience the magic of the festive season with a city break in Krakow, with a guided tour and three expert-led workshops included.
- 3 half-day workshops with your expert, kit included
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 7th December
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Join Pat Archibald and make a Japanese-inspired, leaf-themed wall hanging or cushion cover on a Bernina sewing machine.
- 3 full-day workshops with Pat Archibald
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine
- 4 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Monday to breakfast on Friday
- Unlimited tea and coffee during workshop breaks
- Use of the hotel leisure facilities: gym, heated indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room (subject to availability)
- Complimentary WiFi
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2026 2nd March
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By far the most popular event in our programme, Stitchtopia Festival is back! This is the ultimate weekend residential event for all crafters.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Up to 4 half-day workshops with our experts, kit cost extra
- Unlimited tea and coffee during workshop breaks
- Evening talks and entertainment
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- 2026 6th March
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Join Wendy Gardiner to make a stylish bag on a Bernina sewing machine, perfect for cabin luggage or weekends away.
- 2 full-day workshops with Wendy Gardiner
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine
- 3 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Sunday to breakfast on Wednesday
- Unlimited tea and coffee during workshop breaks
- Use of the hotel leisure facilities: gym, heated indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room (subject to availability)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2026 8th March
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Alongside your expert, visit the ‘Floating Garden’ of Madeira during the famous Flower Festival and explore the city of Funchal.
- 1 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with your expert, kit included
- Workshop at local embroidery factory
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 7 evening meals including a Folklore Dinner
- Coach transport as detailed in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Tips for the guide and coach drivers
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- 2026 28th April
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Join our expert Karin Hellaby exploring Oslo and Bergen, before experiencing the midnight sun on our Norwegian Fjords summer stitching cruise.
- Workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
- 4 nights accommodation in Oslo with breakfast and 1 evening meal
- 6 nights full-board à la carte accommodation on MS Havila Pollux
- 1 night half-board accommodation in Bergen
- 1 night half-board accommodation in Kirkenes
- Rail journey from Oslo to Bergen
- 1 lunch at the Snow Hotel
- Entrance and excursions as described in the itinerary
- Private coach transfers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2026 15th May
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Join Pat Archibald as we explore South Africa's amazing landscapes and rich cultural heritage before attending the South African Quilt Festival.
- Hand-stitching workshops with Pat Archibald, kit included
- 2 full days at the South African Quilt Festival
- 14 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 3 lunches and 7 dinners
- Entrance fees and excursions including private visits
- Tips for drivers and local guide
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2026 26th June 27th June
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