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Junior Quilters
WELCOME JUNIOR QUILTERS!
At The Sew Happy Quilters’ Association, we believe that sewing is like magic you can take pieces of fabric and turn them into something amazing. We created this special space just for you to explore the wonderful world of needles, threads and colourful quilts.
No matter what your differences are, whether you’re a stitching superstar or just picking up a needle for the first time, we are so excited to have you here.
Sewing isn't just about making things it’s a great way to relax, feel happy and show off your unique style! Its like a superpower... It helps you stay calm, focused and super creative!
We’ve filled this page with awesome photos and "How-To" tips from our Junior Quilters YouTube Playlist to help you get started.
The best part? We want to show off your masterpieces! To see your sewing projects featured right HERE, hit the JOIN button and become a member we’d love to have you join our club. It is completely free to become a member!
Just ask a grown-up to check and help you first before you email photos of your creations to hello@shqa.co.uk
How To Make A Scrappy Doll
HOW TO MAKE A SCRAPPY DOLL
Ever wondered what to do with those quilt blocks that didn't quite turn out right? Whether they are wonky, the wrong size, or just plain "oops" blocks, don't toss them out! In this video, I am showing you a creative and fun solution to turn those mistakes into something adorable.
We are going to breathe new life into our sewing scraps by making charming, one-of-a-kind scrappy dolls. This is the perfect project for using up those rejected blocks along with any other bits and bobs you have lying around, like mismatched buttons, leftover ribbons, and fabric snips.It is a great way to clear out your scrap bin while creating a handmade gift or a cute companion for your sewing room. Grab your "mistake" blocks and let's get stitching!
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The Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital Brighton
THE ROYAL ALEX CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
We had the absolute honour of being invited by the hospital teachers to visit the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital in Brighton for a day of creativity, culture and community! The Sew Happy Quilters' Association (SHQA) team spent an incredible day teaching the wonderful NHS staff the art of Siddi Quilting and Appliqué. It was a joy to work alongside the dedicated staff who provide vital education and wellbeing support to children on the wards and in the hospital school.
The creativity didn't stop there! Our team will soon be assembling the beautiful blocks sewn by the children into stunning quilts.
To ensure the quilting journey continues long after our visit, the SHQA was proud to donate a complete sewing set to the hospital teachers. We can’t wait to see what the children create next!