Collection: Events at The Sourpuss Emporium

Apron and Oven Mitts Workshop
Apron and Oven Mitts Workshop
Apron and Oven Mitts Workshop
Price
$120
Set of fashion design patterns including front and back views of a garment with labeled parts.
Basic Dressmaking Workshop
Basic Dressmaking Workshop
Price
$150
Cushion Cover  making workshop
Cushion Cover  making workshop
Cushion Cover making workshop
Price
$50
A basket filled with various handmade dolls with different outfits and hairstyles.
Doll with a blue dress and pink shoes on a light gray background
Doll Making Workshop
Price
$90
Beginner Quilting classes
Basic Quilting Workshop:
Basic Quilting Workshop:
Price
$35
Basic Sewing Skills Workshop
Basic Sewing Skills Workshop
Price
$65
Commmunity Nights
Commmunity Nights
Commmunity Nights
Price
$0
Fabric with Frida Kahlo design on a table with scissors in a fabric store.
Lampshade Workshop
Price
$100
Christmas in July Workshop
Christmas in July Workshop
Christmas in July Workshop
Price
$120

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Haberdashery instore and online
Haberdashery instore and online
Beginner Sewing Classes in Melbourne
Liberty of London
Membership
Membership

Upcoming Workshops & Creative Events


There’s always something happening at The Sourpuss Emporium! From creative workshops and community nights to festive gatherings and charity sewing sessions — our space is all about connection, creativity, and fun. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a beginner, a maker, or just curious to try something new.

Community Nights

Every month we will be conducting a community night. This will take place on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday alternatively, i.e. one month will be on a Tuesday and the following will be on a Wednesday, and then a Thursday thereafter. 

These will be on from 6PM – 8PM of the second week of the month.  Everyone is welcome, come in and meet new friends or catch up with old and current friends alike. 

You can do your craft or simply chat and discuss whatever you like whilst enjoying the nibbles supplied, you may also bring along and enjoy a few sips of your favourite beverage to enjoy.

Community Night Dates 2026 (6.00pm-8.00pm)

  • Wednesday the 27 of May
  • Friday the 5th of June

Please book online or contact us to let us know you would like to come. 

 

Regular Sewing Groups

  • Wednesday Slow Stitching sessions - $25
    •  Time:  1pm - 3pm
    • Cost to start is $250.00 for 4 weeks (includes a $100.00 kit)
      After that, it is $35.00 a week.

 

Please book in to these sessions so we know you are coming. Or contact us here.

 Workshops for 2026

View all our workshops and dates here

Doll Making 

Create a one-of-a-kind handmade doll — a perfect keepsake or heartfelt gift

Op Shop Alterations (BYO Garments) 

Bring in your favourite pre-loved clothing and learn how to restyle, resize, or repair it. 

Lampshade Workshop

Design and make your own custom lampshade using fabrics and trims that match your style.

Cushion Cover Workshop

Sew a stylish cushion cover and give your space a fresh new look.

See all our workshops on the Sewing lessons page here.