Victorian 'Crazy' Quilt Workshop

Part of London Textile Month, with programmes running throughout September 2026.

Join textile and embroidery artist Cris Prete for a patchwork quilting workshop inspired by a c.1890 Victorian ‘Crazy’ Quilt found in Museum of the Home's collections.

During the workshop, you’ll create a 15cm square panel, which can be used as the beginning of a larger quilt, a patch or pocket to be added to clothing, or a finished artwork in its own right.

The first half of the workshop will focus on foundation piecing through hand stitching to begin creating your quilt. In the second half, you’ll explore techniques for embellishment and embroidery to ornament your piece.

Upcycled fabrics, embroidery threads, and embellishments will be provided. You are invited to bring any additional materials to personalise your creations.

About Cris Prete

Cris Prete is a Diploma student in Technical Hand Embroidery at the Royal School of Needlework, having recently graduated from the Certificate course. Cris has taken part in a group exhibition at the Town House Spitalfields as part of the London Design Festival and Shoreditch Design Triangle.

As a Textile and Embroidery artist, Cris’s practice is rooted in deep appreciation for nature and traditional Japanese aesthetics. She is also passionate about sustainability, working with upcycled materials and embracing the art of visible mending.