Workshops
Beautiful projects taught by exceptional tutors at a magical needlework store.
Workshops
Re-create some of the world’s most beautiful needlework projects, as you immerse yourself in our workshops taught by talented designers as they join us for special events held onsite at The Bobbin Tree.
Workshop | ‘Twas the Night: Santa & Mrs Claus with Tessa Chaplin
Inspired by the classic 1823 Christmas poem, A Visit from St Nicolas, by Clement C. Moore, Larissa Hollands’ ‘Twas the Night’ Ornament series is a set of handsewn felt ornaments depicting the familiar first verse.
Designed by Larissa Holland and presented by Tessa Chaplin, these delightful Santa & Mrs Claus ornaments are the first and second in the ongoing ‘Twas The Night’ ornament series.
Mrs. Claus is holding a special wrapped Christmas gift for her sweet Santa Claus, and also a teeny tiny mistletoe ball in anticipation of getting a Christmas smooch after he returns from his busy night.
Date: Tuesday May 12th & 26th 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Location: The Bobbin Tree South Australia
Cost:Â $275 with a 50% deposit
Workshop | ‘Twas the Night: Little Elves with Tessa Chaplin
Inspired by the classic 1823 Christmas poem, A Visit from St Nicolas, by Clement C. Moore, Larissa Hollands’ ‘Twas the Night’ Ornament series is a set of handsewn felt ornaments depicting the familiar first verse.
Designed by Larissa Holland and presented by Tessa Chaplin, these delightful two mischievous elf ornaments are the third in the ongoing ‘Twas The Night’ ornament series.
The Elf Girl is just coming back from the mailbox with Santa’s letters, sporting a scarf and mittens and carrying a teeny mailbag with removable letters.
The Elf Boy is helping Mrs Claus check off the Naughty or Nice List with his little adorable pencil.
Date: Tuesday June 9th & 23rd 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Location: The Bobbin Tree South Australia
Cost:Â $275 with a 50% deposit
Workshop | ‘Twas the Night: Not Even a Mouse with Tessa Chaplin
Inspired by the classic 1823 Christmas poem, A Visit from St Nicolas, by Clement C. Moore, Larissa Hollands’ ‘Twas the Night’ Ornament series is a set of handsewn felt ornaments depicting the familiar first verse.
Designed by Larissa Holland and presented by Tessa Chaplin, this delightful mouse ornament, nestled in her cosy teacup bed holding her teddy, is the fifth in the ongoing ‘Twas The Night’ ornament series.
Sleepy mouse and teddy are both removable so they can be ceremonially tucked in on Christmas Eve.
Date: Tuesday July 7th & 21st 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Location: The Bobbin Tree South Australia
Cost:Â $275 with a 50% deposit
Workshop | ‘Twas the Night: By the Chimney with Tessa Chaplin
Inspired by the classic 1823 Christmas poem, A Visit from St Nicolas, by Clement C. Moore, Larissa Hollands’ ‘Twas the Night’ Ornament series is a set of handsewn felt ornaments depicting the familiar first verse.
Designed by Larissa Holland and presented by Tessa Chaplin, this charming stocking ornament is the sixth in the ongoing ‘Twas The Night’ ornament series.
There are seven removable stocking stuffer options – a teddy, a doll, a book, a gift, complimented by a candy cane, lolly, and cookie, or just make the stocking and include some small treats of your own inside.
Date: Tuesday August 4th & 11th 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Location: The Bobbin Tree South Australia
Cost:Â $275 with a 50% deposit
Workshop | ‘Twas the Night: All Through the House with Tessa Chaplin
Inspired by the classic 1823 Christmas poem, A Visit from St Nicolas, by Clement C. Moore, Larissa Hollands’ ‘Twas the Night’ Ornament series is a set of handsewn felt ornaments depicting the familiar first verse.
Designed by Larissa Holland and presented by Tessa Chaplin, this hand embroidered wool felt house ornament is the fourth in the ongoing ‘Twas The Night’ ornament series.
Wrapped in a blanket of fallen snow, quiet and still on Christmas Eve, the paneled door opens to reveal a tiny Christmas tree inside, carefully decorated and ready for the joy of Christmas morning.
Date: Tuesday October 13th & 27th 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Location: The Bobbin Tree South Australia
Cost:Â $275 with a 50% deposit
Workshop | Twelve Days of Christmas Ornaments
Back by popular demand!
Twelve Days of Christmas, one of the most iconic Christmas carols, is known for its twelve delightfully eccentric gifts, each with a whimsical rhyme attached.
We launched this series in 2025 guided by Tessa Chaplin’s expert colour and felt construction genius. This year, we are thrilled to return to this exciting series of original heirloom ornaments created by US-based designer, Larissa Holland.
Sewn by hand and made with wool felt and love, the series consists of twelve patterns creating a total of fifteen ornaments. Larissa’s designs are deliciously intricate and elaborate yet come with instructions that are easy to follow and re-create.
Date: Wednesday May 27th, June 10th & 24th, July 8th & 22nd, August 5th & 19th, September 30th, October 14th & 28th, November 11th & 25th, December 9th
Time: 7:30pm to 9pm
Location: The Bobbin Tree South Australia
Cost:$695 with a 50% deposit