Originally a quaint corner store, The Patchwork Tree came into being eighteen years ago as one of the original patchwork and quilting stores in Brisbane.

After making my first patchwork quilt in a beginner class with Dawn ten years ago I have been visiting The Patchwork Tree ever since.

My husband and I visited the shop together one day, early in 2004, it was then Dawn told us of their plans to retire and sell the shop. With great excitement we took over in October that year and have been busy adding our own little touches ever since.

We have opened the shop up to incorporate an extra room, added another classroom, lots of new fabrics and an assortment of patterns and kits. Amongst other things, we love Christmas! You will always find a special class or pattern from our own range.

I have enjoyed creating a variety of handwork since a young age but my passion is applique and stitching. I am proud to incorporate some my own designs into the selection of patterns and kits available - and I truely hope that the changes to The Patchwork Tree have inspired you too!

Of course Roxanne, Jenny and I still offer old fashioned service to our customers. With Kym's expertise in Mary Ellen Hopkins quick piecing techniques, between us, we have decades of experience in traditional and modern approaches. The Tree has always been well known for its classes, particularly the beginner machine class, which teaches all the basics of machine sewing a quilt.

Alison James