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Danielle – Art Hub Ballarat Residency

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This year Danielle is undertaking a residency at Ballarat’s Art Hub for 3 months commencing in March 2026. “In my own dressmaking practice, I am very pragmatic; producing garments for a functional need. Through the time in the residency, I want to experiment and explore creativity in clothing that is not confined to functionality – to produce art for art’s sake.

Additionally, a variety of workshops will be run in the space for various skill levels to enable participants learn and get hands on. People interested in starting from the beginning or growing their skills can book in Private Lessons, come by the Gathering – Drop In sessions, or book into the Sunday Sewing School Workshops.

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Prevent your fabric from fraying

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The edges of woven fabrics will fray unless they are finished or covered by a lining. Fraying is the ravelling of fabric edges that occurs. Some fabrics will fray more than others.

Some of the most common methods you can use to finish the edge of your fabrics to prevent this fraying include: trimming with pinking shears, overlocking, binding, constructing French seams and overcasting.

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Summer dreams ripped at the seams… But, oh! Those summer Nights!

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We’re vibing Danny and Sandy as we plan Summer nights sewing up stylish fits!

Warm nights, creative vibes and the hum of sewing machines, Summer Saturday Nights at Thread Den are launching in 2026. We’re turning your summer Saturday evenings into stylish, skill-building adventures with two of our most popular garment workshops.

Across January, February and March, join us in Fitzroy for our Unisex Bomber Jacket Sewing Course,  the incredibly flattering Zadie Jumpsuit by Paper Theory Sewing Course and the popular but challenging Fortnightly Coat Club. Whether you want to master structured outerwear or sew a modern, relaxed-fit jumpsuit, these evening sessions are the perfect way to unwind, create, and head home with a garment you’ll be proud to wear.

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Swim Style Patterns Courses

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These courses feature sewing patterns by Swim Style Patterns based in New South Wales, Australia.

Sharon, owner and creator of Swim Style has been pattern making for 40 years. She has always shared the joys of sewing with her daughter, Justine. Now Swim Style is run by both Sharon and Justine, doing what the love the best – sewing!

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Hooked on Yarn? Your New Favourite Corner of the Internet: Ravelry.com!

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Many knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers, and general yarn whisperers will have already discovered Ravelry.com, if not, you’re in for a treat!  Ravelry is a free online community made just for people who love working with yarn. Whether you’re a seasoned shawl-maker or just learned how to chain stitch, there’s something here for you. It’s part inspiration board, part digital project tracker, and part bustling social club.

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