1893 days ago

Vintage hand crank sewing workshop at Alberton!

Rendell McIntosh from Alberton

Get up close and personal with a vintage hand-crank sewing machine! Places for Miss Gracie's workshop at Alberton are booking out fast!

You'll have a machine of your own to make a beautiful, oldy-worldy linens/delicates/gift bag with trimmings! Inspiring lace and fabric off cuts and other salvaged vintage pieces will be provided with lots flexibility for you to bring your ideas into the design.

The class is suitable for beginners with no sewing experience, those at intermediate level and proficient sewers. Gracie will work with all participants to assist them and for there are other projects to tackle for anyone who speeds through the first one.

The 2 hour class is followed by tea & scones served from the vintage china. Tickets include Alberton admission so you can explore the house before or after the class. Bring a friend and enjoy a fun, crafty day reviving traditional handicrafts!

Vintage hand crank sewing workshop! Sunday 15 November 10:30am & 1:30pm and Sunday 29 November 10:30am. Tickets $60. Bookings essential. Places are limited. Contact alberton@heritage.org.nz or 8467367

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Time’s Running Out - Score Your Dream Bed Today!

Beds4U - Avondale

Hey neighbours!

Our Boxing Day Bed Sale is still on, but it’s ending soon! If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed, now’s the perfect time to act.

Enjoy some of our lowest prices of the year, with limited-time promotions across a wide range of beds and mattresses.

Stocks are limited, and once the sale ends, the deals are gone, so don’t miss out! Pop in and take advantage while you still can. A better night’s sleep is waiting for you!

Find your nearest Beds4U store: beds4u.co.nz/store-locator
Browse all Boxing Day deals: beds4u.co.nz/boxing-day

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