Events
Lady Petrova workshop
The Mending Parlour: A Visible Mending & Upcycling Workshop
Join Lady Petrova and step into The Mending Parlour — an intimate evening dedicated to giving your clothes the love they deserve. Learn visible mending, patchwork, and embellishment techniques using vintage trims, embroidery thread, lace, brooches, and more.
Bring along 1–2 garments that need repair or a creative refresh. Whether you’re stitching a favourite piece back to life or adding flair to a found treasure, you’ll leave with new skills, inspiration, and a renewed connection to your wardrobe.
Workshop Details:
Date: Friday June 6th
Location: Shop Gal Boutique, 248 Johnston st Fitzroy
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Price: $60 per person (includes all materials )
Book your spot!
https://ladypetrova.com/shop/p/mendingparlour
booking link to Granny Square workshop coming soon email whalley.tara@gmail.com to join the waitlist
https://events.humanitix.com/a-love-letter-to-the-granny-square?hxchl=hex-pfl
Organic Silver Ring Making Class with Stones $159
I’m so excited to invite you to this cozy, hands-on workshop where we’ll explore the magic of silver clay.
In this 2.5-hour to 3-hour session, we’ll focus on designing and creating your very own silver ring, complete with sparkling gem stones. You’ll be working with 5g of silver clay—just the right amount to make one unique ring.
Here’s what to expect:
️ The first 90 minutes will be all about learning, shaping, and getting comfy with the material
️ Then we’ll take a short 15-minute break while your creation dries
Afterwards, you’ll sand and refine your ring to get it workshop-ready
Please note:
We won’t be firing the rings during the session. I’ll take them back to my studio, fire and polish them for you, and mail the finished piece to you—usually within 2 weeks.
A silver ring with stones (raw material worth $50+).
https://classbento.com.au/organic-silver-ring-making-class-with-stones?wtn=tvv6gnuquau
https://www.fencesitter.com.au/products/make-your-own-key-ring-bag-charm-shop-gal-melb
https://www.louisemeuwissen.com/workshop-embellished-barrette-beaded-hairclips-at-shopgal
Colourful Coiling booking link to come
email whalley.tara@gmail.com to be on the waitlist
We are excited to announce that we will be at the Big Design Market May 2025!
The shop will be closed May 22-25, visit us at the market instead, and enjoy the Runway Show I am organising (and showing my new range at) - 12 noon, Saturday, May 24. Listen for the drum and watch the show meander through the market!
https://events.humanitix.com/the-big-design-market-melbourne-almost-winter-2025
The day after the Big Design Market Runway, I'll also be launching me new collection at this runway show. https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1385776
METRO MUSE
A Fashion Show for Melbourne Women
SUNDAY 25 MAY
2pm - 4pm
Q Events, 123 Queen Street, Melbourne 3000
Mokuyobi workshop
May 27, 7:30pm
We are so excited to have international sensation Julie Pinzur straight from the USA to host this amazing workshop.
Julie is the creative superstar behind brand Mokuyobi and on this special evening she will be presenting a workshop on making a repeating illustrated pattern. She will also be doing a Q and A about running a brand.
This night will open a month long pop up at Shop Gal featuring her work
May 27
7:30pm-9pm
at Shop Gal
248 Johnston st Fitzroy
Book your spot
https://tarawhalley.com/products/mokuyobi-workshop-may-27-7-30pm?_pos=1&_sid=70dcc5cf0&_ss=r
https://www.fencesitter.com.au/products/make-your-own-key-ring-bag-charm-shop-gal-melb
Book your spot to the Beaded Barrette Workshop!
https://www.louisemeuwissen.com/workshop-embellished-barrette-beaded-hairclips-at-shopgal
Book your spot !
https://throughgoodpotteryworkshop.as.me/schedule/acb8092e/appointment/60990164/calendar/9932595
Book your fabric shopping tour spot!
https://www.annewhalley.com/store/fap50sn24s0f23rzl28p48sa8rnwha
Sew with Anne!
https://www.annewhalley.com/store/onaydu99k7pzrymope28q45mf03w5q
New collage dates released!
Workshop Details:
Date: Wednesday, 19th March 2025
Location: Shop Gal Boutique, 248 Johnston St, Fitzroy
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Price: $35 (includes all materials)
See how much fun we had last time!
New Throughgood Pottery Painting Workshop Date added:
- Date 27 March 2024
- Time 5:30-7:30 pm
- Duration: 2 hours
- Location: Shop Gal
- Address : 248 Johnston st Fitzroy
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Pick up finished piece: Shop Gal
- Watch how much fun we had last time!
Upcoming Anne Whalley workshops and tours
Wrap & Go workshop Wednesday April 9
10:30am or 5:30pm
Fabric store tour March 29
22 March collage now sold out
https://events.humanitix.com/collage-workshop-with-celia-bow-at-shop-gal-fitzroy-clmt3ert
Enjoy the most amazing morning ever! Sunday April 6 2025! Link above.
New Fencesitter date released!
book your spot
https://www.fencesitter.com.au/products/make-your-own-charm-necklace-shop-gal-fitzroy-melb-copy-1
Book your spot for the FREESTYLE PATCHWORK workshop with Tara Whalley
link below! Book your spot now
Book your Spot in the Hand Painting Pottery Workshop!
Great News!
Our Fencesitter charm workshop is back!
Book your spot!
https://www.fencesitter.com.au/products/make-your-own-charm-necklace-shop-gal-fitzroy-melb-copy-1
Thursday 27th February 5:30pm
OR 7:30pm
The workshop will run for approximately 2 hours, with plenty of time to take breaks and explore all of the treasures at Shop Gal.
RSVP!
THE SECRET is out! Trailblazer @poppykinglipstick (YES THE POPPY KING) is launching in store @shop.gal
Join us on Galentine’s Day
Feb 14 6-9pm
@shop.gal
248 Johnston st Fitzroy
Poppy is an internationally known lipstick entrepreneur who became a household name and the darling of Australia in the 90s. Endlessly inspiring, her lipsticks are absolutely magical, an independent brand for the independent spirit.
Join us for an unforgettable night of celebration!
♥️find your perfect lipstick match with @annewhalley reading your colour💫
♥️celebrate plutonic female friendship and create unforgettable memories
♥️love letter station
♥️cutesy photo wall
♥️discover pure joy with the new @lady_petrova collection
♥️find your perfect corset fit with @ontherose_corsetry
♥️make new friends
♥️explore the new Love Letter collection by @squintclothing
♥️set the scene with romantic candles by @aacute_j
🎀 and don’t forget! We have an amazing workshop with ABSOLUTE ICON and STAR @lady_petrova Thursday Feb 13 “upcycle your own heart bag” 5:30pm-7:30pm
🎀bookings for this Thursday night workshop are essential 🎀 and can be made on ladypetrova.com
Extraordinary week in the shop, can’t wait for you to join the celebrations! Let me know if you are coming! XxTara
https://ladypetrova.com/shop/p/upcycle-your-own-heart-bag-a-galentines-day-workshop-at-shop-gal-2
Join Lady Petrova at Shop Gal Boutique, Fitzroy, for a hands-on Upcycle Your Own Heart Bag workshop! In this special Galentine’s Day event, you’ll create your own heart-shaped patchwork bag using upcycled fabrics while learning essential sewing and upcycling techniques.
No sewing experience needed! You’ll be guided step by step to design, cut, and sew your unique heart bag, making it a perfect keepsake or gift for someone special.
Workshop Details:
Date: Thursday, February 13th
Location: Shop Gal Boutique, 248 Johnston st Fitzroy
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Price: $120 per person (includes all materials )
MAKE YOUR OWN CHARM NECKLACE @ SHOP GAL (FITZROY, MELB)
Wednesday 29th January 5:30pm
OR 7:30pm
The workshop will run for approximately 2 hours, with plenty of time to take breaks and explore all of the treasures at Shop Gal.
book today!
https://www.fencesitter.com.au/products/make-your-own-charm-necklace-shop-gal-fitzroy-melb-copy-1
Make your own Beaded Barrette!
Join artist Louise Meuwissen to create your own handmade hairclip using upcycled vintage beads from Louise’s collection. You will be guided in the creation of your design, learn bead embroidery techniques, and leave with a handful of wearable art adornments. It’s going to be SO FUN! ✨
The finer details:
Thursday 16th January, 2025, 6:30 – 9pm
📍Shop Gal, 248 Johnston St, Fitzroy [NAARM/MELB]
New Jan 2025 charm necklace workshop dates with Fencesitter! Book your spot today
https://www.fencesitter.com.au/products/make-your-own-charm-necklace-shop-gal-fitzroy-melb-copy
RSVP to the sale and invite your friends!
email whalley.tara@gmail.com for more info. Summer School starts Jan 2025. Click to book.
Book workshop via link below x - sold out- new dates added
https://www.fencesitter.com.au/products/make-your-own-charm-necklace-shop-gal-fitzroy-melb
RSVP to the Shop Gal launch party
Shop Gal is open Wednesday - Saturday 11- 5pm and Sunday 12 - 4pm
TARA WHALLEY at Big Design Market Melbourne
26-28 May 2023
The news is out! Tara Whalley is the official artist of the Big Design Market ‘Almost Winter’ event. Visit Tara at the market and see her art installation.
Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
Adults: $6 online / $8 at the door
Kids 12 years & under: free
2023 DATES + OPENING HOURS
Friday 26 May, 11am–8pm
Saturday 27 May, 10am–7pm
Sunday 28 May, 10am–5pm
Friday 1 Dec, 10am–8pm
Saturday 2 Dec, 10am–7pm
Sunday 3 Dec, 10am–5pm
VENUE
Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton VIC