Cowslip Workshops

Better late than never! this is to say thank you to everyone who supported the summer fair so well, it was an amazing week, hot hot hot, Gail won at Launceston show with her quilt, classes with Janine and Jessie followed by the fantastic Quilters Guild Day with a visit from Pat Cox all the way from Minnesota. The very good news is that we raised ┬Ż1600 for our defibrillator which will be deliverd over the next few weeks plus training, we also gave 490.00 to Sierra Leone and ┬Ż650 to CRUK with extra donations, so again thank you all very much, now it is best foot forward to prepare for the NEC next week. Thank you one and All

We have an amazing exhibition of student's quilts which includes a special selection of work by local lady Joan Venner. This exhibition runs until 20th August and if you come along this week, be sure to go and see Flowerpatch Quilter's annual exhibition which is held at Central Methodist Church, Launceston.

Updated programme of workshops, classes and events happening at cowslipworkshops 2018/19. -

We are so excited we have just received our copies of Maggie Bonanomi's latest book "Pure & Simple" which has some gorgeous woolly projects and is available to buy in our shop or through our website. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/ŌĆ”/pu re-simple-maggie-bonŌĆ”
Doubly exciting for all you woolly fans is that Maggie is coming to visit us in June next year and will be teaching and giving a talk. Full details of this will follow shortly, but you can see the dates and register your interest, on our website. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/ŌĆ”/wo rkshop-maggie-bonanoŌĆ”

Lots of exciting new stalls including textiles, home, garden, and vintage treats.

The SIMPLY VINTAGE Summer issue is now AVAILABLE!
In this issue, we start off with a nice stroll through the flea markets in Portland, Oregon followed by a visit of the incredible ŌĆ£PiecemakersŌĆØ community in California.
Your favorite designers have concocted a breathtaking and abundant summer menu...... Lynette Anderson, Isabelle Prigent, Annick Del├®pine, Judy Newman, Dawn Heese and many more! Val├®rie BriotŌĆÖs inventive mug holder is definitely in vogue and Sophie GalvanŌĆÖs PUNCH NEEDLE project is sure to captivate all aficionados of this stylish technique.
21 imaginative projects, a true cornucopia to last you the entire summer...
https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/ŌĆ”/ŌĆ ”/simply-vintage-summer
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We have an amazing exhibition in the cafe by Lisa Wisdom who creates the most beautiful pictures from rusty metal. Tomorrow afternoon (13th June) at 3.30pm Lisa will be giving a short talk and "Meet the Maker", everyone is welcome so please come along.

A couple of places have just become available on Katherine Miles' Willow Sheep workshop this Saturday. You will create your very own characterful Sheep in a day. Whilst making your 3D sculpture you will learn various willow weaving and sculpting techniques. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/wŌĆ”/w illow-sheep-sculpture

Have you got an embroidery module or a set of quilting rulers for your Bernina and would like some tuition on how to confidently use them? Jane Thorne will be showing you how on workshops this Tuesday & Wednesday, please follow this link to book a place https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/worksh ops-and-classes Meanwhile Janet Bolton is on her last day of teaching her wonderful 'Naive Appliqu├®' Everyone has been having a wonderful time and we can't wait for her to return next May!

We are delighted that the very talented Marna Lunt is visiting us again in June to teach two workshops, "Landscape Inspired Lampshades" and "Flowers". Maria uses appliqu├® and hand embroidery to create stunning works of art. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/worksh ops-and-classesŌĆ”

If you're looking for something relaxing and inspiring to do this bank holiday weekend there are a few places remaining on Janet Bolton's 'naive appliqu├®' workshop. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/worksh oŌĆ”/naive-applique-0

We are delighted that Janet Bolton is visiting us again in May and will be teaching her simple but unique meaningful textile pictures. We have a few places left on her workshop, so if you are interested, you can book through our website by clicking on the link below. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/worksh oŌĆ”/naive-applique-0

We've still got a couple of places left on our Caroline Zoob workshops next week. Those of you that have already been on a workshop with Caroline will know what an inspirational teacher she is. On Mixed Media Journal you will create a beautiful journal with handmade paper and learn how to make pockets, envelopes and simple book binding skills. Now that April's there... will be a day of pure hand embroidery creating either a thrush or a blackbird amidst the April blossom. If you are interested you can book a place through our website, or just give us a call. (01566) 772654. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/worksh ops-and-classes

Easter @ Cowslip - Our Latest Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/cowslipworkshops/easte r-cowslipŌĆ”

4 wonderful inspiring exhibitions all in one place to look at and buy from over the Easter break! Shop & Caf├® open too!

How Exciting, Jo's "Find the Dog" quilt is in the latest Simply Vintage magazine. If you fancy a new project for the spring, we have got kits available. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/ŌĆ”/co wslip-hidden-nine-paŌĆ”

We still have a couple of places on Kate Toms New Felted Rabbit Workshop this Saturday so please follow this link to make your booking! https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/worksh ops-aŌĆ”/easter-bunny

So sorry you are all having such bad weather,saw these horses while out with the Pram they are training for trotting must have serious studs,henriette is also keeping me sewing!!!!!!

THURSDAY 1ST MARCH THE CAF├ē & SHOP WILL BE CLOSED DUE TO THE PREDICTED ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. We hope to see you all soon!

A place has become available on Cat Rowe's Textile Illustrations this Saturday and Free Machine Embroidery this Sunday. If you are interested in booking a place you can book through our website, or give us a call on 01566 772654. https://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/worksh ops-and-classes

What a lovely shop! After the adventure of finding you, I had a wonderful time shopping in such an inspirational setting. Beautiful views, pretty gardens, and an excellent caf├® to keep my husband and the dog comfortable while I indulged in some craft shopping - just perfect! Best of all, the staff were so helpful and friendly. Looking forward to seeing you at the NEC in August :)

We visited the Summer Fair but Cowslip is a lovely venue whether you just want a coffee, lunch or a snack .... or indeed to take part in one of the many courses they run.

My idea of heaven! Beautiful fabrics, threads, coffee, food & company. A warm welcome and loads of inspiration to be found there. X

Many thanks to Helen and Ellen and all the team at Cowslip for a fabulous 2 day Cock-a-doodle-do workshop. Everyone was very helpful and the tuition excellent. Delicious food, all ready in the delightful cafe, as we stopped for lunch, and lots of coffee, tea and cakes sustained us. The time flew by, but I'm pleased to say I now have a finished cockerel that I'm rather pleased with. Now I'm looking forward to making him a wife!

Lovely pot of tea and super tasty cake waiting for one of your very happy pupils :-)

Lovely farm with amazing vieuw and a very lovely and good cafe!

The quiltshop has a lot of very beautiful fabrics. You can spend a lot of time with so many nice fabrics.

I came by on our holiday and had a great day and bought a lot of fabric that isn't avalilable in Holland.

Very friendly lady's at the quiltshop

Last yearŌĆÖs event was marvellous and this yearŌĆÖs even better! This time I brought a friend who is not a quilter. He really enjoyed the stands and the hanging quilts. The shop was as good as ever with the best selection of weaves and flannels I have seen anywhere. Wonderful setting Well done Jo and everyone else who helped. Many more please!

Mike

Just spent a fabulous few hours at Cowslip Workshops. Delicious food followed by some textile retail. Bought some lovely fabrics n heavenly threads. Well worth the hour drive n can't wait to return for a workshop, probably sashiko or boro or kantha .... something involving hand stitching. Thank you to the ladies in The Cafe and The Shop for making our first visit so enjoyable ­¤śŖ­¤śŖ

Jo you have inspired me so much with the different techniques of quilting, especially hand appliqu├®, and I am now saving to go to one of her workshop with the hope of meeting some wonderful friends that I made in Torquay. Thank you to all you quilters out there for being part of a big quilters family.

It s the most magical and lifting place , coupled with the most amazing people . Jo is such a wonderful person and teacher , kind and caring . She shares her talent and skills and always welcomes everyone with a warm smile. If you are looking for inspiration , fabulous fabrics and quilting supplies or a wholesome meal , go to Cowslip you will be so glad you did . X

If you haven't been to Cowslip yet, then I strongly advise you visit. It is the most relaxing, creative, friendly, inspirational place to be. Set on a farm, there is a workshop, amazing fabric shop and cafe. Once you visit you will want to go back time after time, and lots of people do.

I have just returned from a wonderful weekend at Cowslip. Where we belatedly celebrated my mums 60th birthday, we spent the day having a lesson with Jo Colwill. We loved Cowslip in it's idilic location. We have learnt so much and are really pleased with our project. We have come home inspired by Jo. Cowslip is a must for any sewing enthusiast. All staff were so friendly, helpful and accommodating. The food in the cafe was so delicious, we visited both days! The shop has a wonderful range of fabric and sewing bits. Jo is so helpful and generous with her time and skills. We will be back.

I can't explain the feeling of peace and tranquility that flows at Cowslip. The lesson are so wonderful. Jo Colwill is so supportive and encouraging. It's just an amazing place. I always learn lots of new techniques. It's the best therapy.

I can not recommend Jo and her team strongly enough, you are made to feel extremely welcome with all your needs catered for during the day, even if you divert slightly ’┐Į. Everyone on the workshop is given individual time as and when needed and Jo and her team ensure you have acheived and leave with a good understanding.

A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Thank you very much.

Fantastic weekend at Cowslip, signed up to do one day, ended up doing both as I enjoyed it so much. Thank you ’┐Į

Currently enjoying the six week beginners patchwork course and I am having such a great time. Jo is such a warm and generous tutor, so encouraging and knowledgable with an enthusiastic teaching style - for a complete beginner I feel very at home and able to ask all the silly questions without fear of ridicule- I don't want it to end, I will just turn up every week and see if anyone notices!!

Called in for lunch during charity cycle event. Jo and her staff could not have been more helpful and generous with their service and support. A gem of a place. Most definitely we will be back. Thank you so much.

Beautiful views and a delicious cream tea in the most relaxed setting!

A little piece of quilters paradise set on a rural farm in Cornwall. Leave your troubles by the gate and escape to admire a cottage industry at its best. All made possible by the passion, dedication and hard work of Jo and her Staff. The quilters shop is a delight with a lovely range of carefully selected fabrics and other items to tempt you. Stop and enjoy the cottage garden and beautiful view of the valley whilst you head to the cafe and tea room for delicious, honest home cooked breakfast, lunch or afternoon cream tea whilst you ponder your next project or view the workshops on offer. Enjoy the attention to detail and atmosphere that makes this place so special and please help to keep it this way for those who appreciate it.