Patching It Up- discovering quilts and patchwork
Discover beautiful patchwork, quilts and textiles and meet our sewing specialists who will share their sewing secrets.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Come and explore Gawthorpe's textile treasures with a focus on patchwork. Whether you are an experienced quilter looking for more inspiration or a beginner who wants tips on how to get started, our quilt and patchwork specialists will be able to help. Our experts will have examples of their own fabulous quilts, patchwork and other handmade items on show, and they can demonstrate and talk through the many different sewing techniques and skills involved. Giving you inspiration and ideas for your own.
You can also pick up more ideas in our second-hand sewing book sale and see the displays of Gawthorpe Textiles Collection across the first floor of the Hall.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
This event is on the first floor of Gawthorpe Hall, accessed by the main staircase. Due to the historic nature of the building, there is no lift.
Upcoming events
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family.
Painting Padiham at Gawthorpe Hall
The popular outdoor painting event returns with professional and amateur artists painting live in the grounds of the Hall and around Padiham town centre.
Marvellous Mosaics – half term crafty fun
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