In close communities like the Southern Highlands, networks of practitioners have flourished, drawn together by a common interest in needlecraft and for more reasons than utility.
Suppliers of materials and tools have set up shop to meet their needs. And others have journeyed here from afar to experience the joy of stitching and learning among friends. Today, the Southern Highlands enjoys an unparalleled reputation for the quality of its needlecraft artists, stockists, authors, publishers and associations.
Emulating the success of the international BookTown phenomenon, the Southern Highlands has declared itself to be the world’s first NeedlecraftTown – and we proudly invite you to go in search of the needlecraft experience among the picturesque towns and villages of our Highlands home along the Needlecraft Trail.
A Fine Line Quiltery
Finishing your quilt tops to gift, love and cuddle by offering endless design possibilities, quality stitching in premium thread, luxurious wadding and a quick turnaround time to make it unique and complete. Long arm machine quilting services located in Mittagong. By appointment only.
Read MoreA Little Piece Of Scotland
IT’S SHORTBREAD SEASON IN THE HIGHLANDS Nerida Barnsley has turned the baking and enjoyment of her Highland shortbread into an art form. So much so, that her customers at A Little Piece of Scotland often say ‘It’s the World’s Best Shortbread!’. Nerida’s home-made shortbread has earned renown as the ‘must taste’ experience for visitors to […]
Read MoreBerrima Patchwork
Berrima Patchwork has been established for over 30 years. Sue and her daughter Tamsin took over ownership in 2007 and with their team intend to continue providing an interesting, exciting and friendly “Patchwork Experience”. We strived to provide the eager quilter and crafty person with a large range of products from which to choose. We […]
Read MoreBooktown Bookshop
Specialising in quality books on art and architecture, aviation, trains and motor sport, needlecraft and fibre arts, history and biographies.
Read MoreBowerbird On Argyle
Bowerbird on Argyle is an exciting eclectic retail store looking to make its mark within the Southern Highlands and beyond.
Read MoreBowral Crafts Unlimited Inc.
Bowral Crafts Unlimited now have available handmade Christmas decorations and cards. All items are designed and made by our voluntary members. Established in the late 1960’s, Incorporated in 1970. Mrs Ethel Clissold part of the ladies church aid of Mittagong Methodist Church, saw the talents of her fellow Members’ craft. Those knitters and crocheters created […]
Read MoreCampbell & Spearman Interiors
Country Accent
Loom Fabrics
Loom Fabrics specialise in natural fibres including silks, cottons, wools and linens. We stock Oekotex certified fabrics and designer deadstock fabrics along with regular qualities from trusted importers, and pride ourselves in ethically sourcing to the best of our abilities. We also stock a wide variety of haberdashery and patterns, and run popular sewing classes […]
Read MoreNest & Burrow
Sturt Gallery & Studios
Established in 1941, Sturt is now the oldest craft centre in Australia. Stop in to visit the Gallery and Garden
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Superb Design
Suzie Anderson Home Moss Vale & Bowral
The Bundanoon Good Yarn
Thread Botanica
Welcome to Thread Botanica. We are a boutique patchwork and quilting store located in Mittagong, in the beautiful Southern Highlands of NSW. We are committed to gathering beautiful modern fabric ranges and designs to inspire your creativity. Thread Botanica stocks unique designer collections for the modern maker and fabric lover, as well as fabrics with […]
Read MoreVictoria House Needlecraft
