Saturday-Sunday

7:00 PM

August 29–30, 2026

Toho No Hiraki Temple

located on Nuuanu Pali Drive,
Right off the Pali Highway in Honolulu

đź“Ť Toho No Hiraki Temple

CREATIVE STITCH FEST

Creative Quilting • Hands-On Experiences • Inspiration • Shopping

Explore quilting beyond the quilt through interactive stations, machine demonstrations, make-and-take projects, creative surfaces, quilting technology, and hands-on experiences designed for every maker.

Whether you quilt, sew, craft, create wearable art, make gifts, or simply want to explore something new, Creative Stitch Fest invites you to touch, try, create, and discover.

  • For Keiki to Ku’puna
  • $15 Per Day
  • Passport Activity Included
  • Make and Take Projects
  • 230 Aikapa St, Kailua
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WHAT IS CREATIVE STITCH FEST?

Creative Stitch Fest is not a traditional classroom event. A Handi Quilter event with inner action with the machines and more.

Instead of sitting and watching, you’ll move throughout the studio exploring stations, testing equipment, creating projects, gathering ideas, and discovering new possibilities.

Experience:

  • Longarm quilting
  • Sewing projects
  • Creative surfaces
  • Applique and embellishment
  • Digital quilting
  • Fabric and design inspiration
  • Small business possibilities
  • Hands-on machine experiences

Our goal is simple:

  • Explore
  • Create
  • Experience
  • No pressure
  • No prior experience required

WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?

Creative Stitch Fest was designed for:

  • Quilters
  • Sewists
  • Crafters
  • Makers
  • Artists
  • Beginners
  • Experienced quilters
  • Families
  • Youth and adults

Whether you own a machine, are thinking about buying one, or simply love creating, you’ll find something to inspire you.

Keiki to Kapuna. Quilters, Crafters, and Makers. Everyone is welcome.

YOUR CREATIVE PASSPORT

Every guest receives a Creative Passport Card at check-in.

As you visit stations throughout the event, collect stamps and explore different experiences.

Complete activity stations fun, learning and prizes.

Prizes may include:

  • Fabric bundles
  • Rulers
  • Event gifts
  • Library memberships
  • Future workshop opportunities

The passport encourages exploration and helps visitors experience the entire event.

EXPLORE THE STATIONS

Throughout the event you’ll discover interactive experiences such as:

Longarm Quilting

  • Try machine movement.
  • Explore quilting styles.
  • Learn how quilting transforms fabric.

Creative Surfaces

  • Build unique fabric compositions.
  • Experiment with color and texture.
  • Discover quilting beyond traditional quilts.

Applique & Embellishment

  • Create simple projects.
  • Explore decorative techniques.
  • Learn how quilting can become wearable art.

Sewing Projects

  • Complete beginner-friendly make-and-take projects.
  • Fast, fun, and successful.

Digital Quilting

  • Explore Pro-Stitcher and design software.
  • See how technology supports creativity.

Business & Opportunity

  • Discover how quilting skills can become services, products, gifts, classes, or business opportunities.

Shopping & Inspiration

  • Curated fabric bundles.
  • Creative supplies.
  • Project ideas.
  • Unique take-home treasures.

FEATURED LONGARM EXPERIENCE

One of the highlights of Creative Stitch Fest is the Longarm Experience Zone.

Throughout the day you’ll have opportunities to:

  • Test machine movement
  • Explore ruler quilting
  • Watch quilting demonstrations
  • Experience Pro-Stitcher
  • Compare quilting styles
  • Learn quilting vocabulary
  • Discover the difference between machines

Whether you’re simply curious or actively shopping, this is the perfect opportunity to experience quilting technology firsthand.

QUILTING BEYOND THE QUILT - Do you decorate your clothes, repurpose fabric, create cosplay………explore sewing & quilting.

Many people think quilting only means making bed quilts.

Creative Stitch Fest explores a much bigger world.

See how quilted fabric can become:

  • Jackets
  • Vests
  • Bags
  • Journal covers
  • Home dĂ©cor
  • Wall art
  • Personalized gifts
  • Creative surfaces

The fabric itself becomes the art.

SHOP THE BOUTIQUE

Throughout the event you’ll find:

  • Fabric bundles
  • Fat eighth collections
  • Thread
  • Batting
  • Kits
  • Canvas
  • Creative supplies
  • Project inspiration

Shop thoughtfully curated products selected for creativity, learning, and making.

WHAT YOU WILL LEAVE WITH

  • Ideas
  • Inspiration
  • Confidence
  • New techniques
  • New friends
  • Creative possibilities
  • Personalized gifts
  • Creative surfaces

Whether you complete a project, discover a machine, find a new direction, or simply spend a day surrounded by creativity, you’ll leave with something valuable.

JOIN US FOR CREATIVE STITCH FEST

August 29–30, 2026
A two-day interactive experience celebrating quilting, creativity, technology, and community.

  • Touch
  • Try
  • Create
  • Discover
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