Welcome to the Darwin Patchworkers and Quilters Inc.
Darwin Patchworkers and Quilters Inc. (DPAQ) is a vibrant, not-for-profit quilting group based in Darwin Northern Territory. Founded in 1984 by Jenny Armour, Gill Webb and fellow quilting enthusiasts, the club has grown to include members from across the region.
DPAQ hosts Monday Meets on the first Monday of the month from February to November, providing members with an opportunity to connect, enjoy refreshments and stay up to date with club news and events.
DPAQ events include weekly Sit & Sew days, Saturday Stitchers, Christmas Club, Charity Quilt Days and the annual Tropical Quilt Retreat. DPAQ hosts local and interstate instructors for Pop- Up Workshops, Trunk Shows and yearly 1 or 2 day Workshops.
Events
Territory Quilts Exhibition 2025
Proudly hosted by Darwin Patchworkers and Quilters Inc. Venue:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel116 EsplanadeDarwin City Opening Times Thursday 14 August 9am – 6pm Friday 15th August 9am – 6pm Saturday 16th August 9am – 5pm Sunday 17th August 9am – 2pm Timeline: Friday 12th July 2025: Entries Close Sunday 10th August 2025: DPAQ ClubRooms 96A Winnellie Rd Winnellie 2:00-4:00pm....
2025 Tropical Retreat
Join us for 2 or 3 days of quilting & sewing with lots of fun & laughter, delegate bags & lots of prizes to be won. Venue: Darwin Free Spirit Resort 901 Stuart Highway, Holtze When: Saturday 3 May 2025 @ 7.30am to Monday 5 May 2025 @ 4.00pm Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea are included on Saturday & Sunday. Morning tea and lunch only on Monday Accommodation at...
Meetings
Saturday Stitchers ($5 per session) – December 20th
Third Saturday of each month DPAQ ClubRooms 96A Winnellie Rd, Winnellie. Different projects are taught each month by DPAQ’s Saturday Stitchers coordinator or by a DPAQ member/volunteer. The projects are announced during Monday Meets and instructions/requirements are provided in SNIPPETS. Bring your own food
Christmas Club ($5 per session) – December 13th
Second Saturday of each month from DPAQ ClubRooms 96A Winnellie Rd, Winnellie 10am – 3pm Christmas Club members work on a different themed project each month. Bring your own food
Charity Quilts Days – November 29th
Held on the 5th Saturday of the month whenever a month includes five Saturdays.
Saturday Stitchers ($5 per session) – November 15th
Third Saturday of each month DPAQ ClubRooms 96A Winnellie Rd, Winnellie. Different projects are taught each month by DPAQ’s Saturday Stitchers coordinator or by a DPAQ member/volunteer. The projects are announced during Monday Meets and instructions/requirements are provided in SNIPPETS. Bring your own food
Christmas Club ($5 per session) – November 8th
Second Saturday of each month from DPAQ ClubRooms 96A Winnellie Rd, Winnellie 10am – 3pm Christmas Club members work on a different themed project each month. Bring your own food