Brands we offer

Bellarine Sewing Centre, Geelong

Sewing machines, patterns, quilting fabric, repairs and classes

Bellarine Sewing Centre proudly brings you an extensive range of sewing products and services in Geelong, many of which can be purchased from the online shop for your ultimate convenience. Browse online and buy fabric, patterns, accessories and more or make an enquiry about larger items such as the sewing machines and furniture. John Thorpe and Zoe Clifton warmly welcome you to visit their shop in Geelong’s CBD, where you will experience friendly service backed by knowledge and experience.

Sewing machines and the ScanNCut

If you’re looking for quality sewing machines in Geelong, Bellarine Sewing Centre is a reputable stockist of Brother sewing and embroidery machines and Elna sewing machines. Brother is the Japanese brand which has managed to become a household name for its domestic and business products. Elna is the Swiss-designed brand which brings sophistication and innovation to the sewing industry.

If you love to sew and create then you’ll love the Brother ScanNCut machine which is a scanner and cutting machine in one, cutting paper for patterns and fabric for patchwork and other designs. Draw your own patterns or take advantage of the hundreds of pre-loaded designs ready to cut. The Brother ScanNCut is a sewing machines best friend!

Fabric, patterns and more

Bellarine Sewing Centre is proud to stock a comprehensive range of fabric in Geelong, including 1930s fabric, basic, traditional, bright and fun, Japanese fabric and much more. You’ll find patchwork and quilting fabric by a variety of local and international designers. The sewing and patchwork patterns are no exception with Zoe Clifton Designs, Simplicity patterns and Sue Daley designs, with many more renowned names in pattern books and design.

Sewing machine repairs and servicing

Do you need sewing machine repairs in Geelong? Look no further than Bellarine Sewing Centre. John Thorpe performs repairs and servicing on-site at the shop even if you didn’t purchase it from Bellarine Sewing Centre. We do not service and repair all makes and models of sewing machines, please contact us to check if we can service your brand prior to bringing the machine in. You can feel confident in John’s abilities as he has more than 30 years’ experience in the industry and is an authorised warranty repair technician for Brother.

Sewing and patchwork classes

Sewing is a terrific hobby, many find it therapeutic and relaxing, while providing a creative outlet. Bellarine Sewing Centre runs a variety of sewing classes in Geelong, including patchwork classes, for beginners through to more experienced sewers. Other classes include Brother club classes and classes to learn how to use the ScanNCut machine. Meet new people, have fun and learn new skills – buy classes online, show up and enjoy!

Do you have a half finished patchwork project at home that you really need help to finish?

Would you like to start patchwork as a new hobby?

Are you making a bag and need help to finish it?

Why not come along to our Patchwork Help Class with Jenni. She will assist you in finishing your quilt/bag/project and we guarantee you will have a fabulous day.

Tuesday: Patchwork Help Class with Jenni – Tuesday 13 October 2026

Time: 10am to 3pm

Teacher: Jenni

You can ring the shop or book online via the classes link in our bio. We’d love to see you!
New delivery of Style Arc patterns has arrived in store ready for Spring/Summer.

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🚨 New!! 🚨 

A wide range of books have just arrived in this morning!! 

Featuring new @suespargo, optical illusion quilts, braid quilts, quilt-as-you-go and so much more. 

Pop into store to have a look or if there is one you spot in the video please ring and we can put it aside for you. 

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It’s Tilda Launch Day!!!! Tilda - Village Life is here and available for you to purchase. 

We have a whole stack of wonderful projects (little and big!) kitted up in the new range. 

From little makeup bags to big quilts there is something for everyone! 

We also have 10% off of ALL Tilda if you shop in store or over the phone. 

We can’t wait to see your projects made up!

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Busy stitching for our Tilda launch. Loving this design by @gailpandesigns. Can't wait to show you the finished project

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New Tilda Village Life quilt called My Place. Due for release on 1st October 2026. This quilt will be on the website this week. Kits available in both red/blue or rust/teal. Price will be known tomorrow once I have written the pattern!

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