Get ready to stitch, colour, and have a blast with Pauline O’Shannessy Dowling in this three-hour intro to Granny Squares at Sunnyside!

Perfect for beginners (or anyone who just loves a yarn), Pauline will show you how to make these iconic, colourful motifs that have been spreading joy around the world for generations.

Pauline brings warmth, creativity, and plenty of cheer to every workshop. You’ll get hands-on guidance, all the materials you need, and the freedom to play with vibrant colours as you craft your very own Granny Squares.

By the end of the session, you’ll leave with skills ready to grow into blankets, gifts, or keepsakes and a big dose of crafty happiness to take home.

Your workshop ticket also includes exclusive access to Chasing Sunbeams by Morag Myerscough. What a way to brighten your day.

Pauline O’Shannessy-Dowling is a Ballarat artist, illustrator, granny square maker & teacher. Her work is underpinned by a sense of joy and optimism. Her art reminds us that it’s OK to wear your heart on your sleeve. As a teacher, Pauline hopes to inspire those around her, not just to see the world through a creative lens, but to build a daily practice of their own.