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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!

Arriving in store at Bellarine Sewing Centre this September 2025 is this adorable fabric collection called Sunbonnet. Designed by My Sew Quilty Life  for Moda Fabrics United Notions. There are 37 prints, jelly rolls, layer cakes, charm squares, mini charms and a gorgeous Sunbonnet Sue panel too. All on our website for pre-release orders NOW.

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You know you’ve been working together a long time when the outfits start to sync up too!
Look at these fabulous shoppers using our new shopping baskets. This is going to make shopping in store so much easier.

Great baskets, beautiful models!!
Friday Sit and Sew Group has room for a few more friends. If you would like to join in tomorrow it starts at 10am.  We look forward to seeing you.
We have seats available for Dressmaking on the 18/8/25 and the Make and Take Class - Mariners Compass on the 20/8/25. All details are on the website and you can book online or call the shop to secure your place.
Sunday Sewing! Making @zoecliftondesigns Arrows using the @tilda_australia Basics. Cutting and starting one block for Part 1 of the pattern. The fabrics and pattern are available on our website and in the shop.
@zoecliftondesigns is all set up at the @victorianquiltersaus Winter Gathering and loving it!
@janomeaustralia new Managing Director of Janome Australia, Natsuko Oie, and National Sales Manager Lachlan, for visiting us in store. It was a privilege to show them how passionate we are about our community who love their products.