About Us

The Fennel Shed Patchwork Studio is owned by renowned quilter Gaye Grant in Buncrana, Co Donegal and she has been helping patchwork enthusiasts new and experienced to create beautiful things for over twenty-five years.

Gaye has been designing and making her own quilts since she was a teenager and has developed a unique combination of teaching and design skills. The Fennel Shed stocks a refined range of fabrics and products to help YOU create your own quilts.

Quilt Shop? Donegal? Random!

Yes and No! The Fennel Shed began in 2000 as a simple workshop in the garden for avid quilter Gaye Grant. Since then it has grown into a thriving teaching space and fabric shop.

Kits and Classes

Gaye designs her projects to be accessible and fun for all quilters, from absolute beginner to life-long stitchers. Classes in ‘The Shed’ are fun, sociable get-togethers, taught by one of our expert crafters, and are held both daytime and evenings.

Classes Every Tuesday P.M. and most Saturday mornings.
Shop Opening Hours: Saturdays 2.00 – 4.00 p.m.
Available and happy to greet visitors at other times by appointment.