We’re really all about SEWING and TEXTILES!
Sewing & Travel…Sewing & Shopping…Sewing & Learning…Sewing & Fun…
Our Australian and International tours are ‘tailored’ to like-minded
adventurers with a love of textiles, fashion and FUN!
Sew Inspirational Events first started looking into tours for people who sew in 2004 and has since grown to the specialist organisation it is today.
Our tours are geared to those with a love of textiles and all things beautiful. However they also include all the best destinations, cultural interactions, culinary sensations and LOTS of FUN!
.....experienced tour leader
.....informative, friendly national guides
.....great food and authentic hotels
.....well sourced, tried and tested shopping
.....AND at a VERY affordable price!
Sue Neall brings together a lifetime of experiences gathered through teaching, writing, presenting and promotional work throughout every facet of the Australian Home Sewing Industry.
Please look at our FUN, safe, friendly tours and enjoy an experience that you will remember long after the bags have been stowed.
About Us
International Tours
Let the adventures begin … Explore - Experience - Enjoy - Discover
Join one of our exciting international tours and discover the world with like minded sewing enthusiasts. Our tours are designed for women who love to travel to fabulous locations, meet wonderful people, taste delicious food and ultimately discover FABULOUS TEXTILES and artisans!
Interstate Tours
Join our specialist small group tours as we discover favorite fabric and haby haunts, shop crafty markets, visit inspirational exhibitions, explore fabulous cities and Australia’s diverse country-side. Travel with like minded sewing enthusiasts, as we show you what each unique state has to offer.
Happy Travellers!
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Megan and I want to thank you again for such a wonderful trip to Morocco. We had a fantastic time. Each night I recorded an overview of the day on my phone which I enjoy listening to. It's amazing what I would have forgotten otherwise as we packed so much in.
-(Megan) & Deb Keogh TAS, Morocco Tour 2024 -
I've just been looking at my photos from Morocco and what a fabulous time we had! Going with such a small group was very special. And we were very lucky to have Hicham who was so helpful. A big thankyou to you Sue for organising everything.
-(Freya) & Liz Barfoed ACT, Morocco Tour April 2024 -
I thoroughly enjoyed myself, visiting all those wonderful places and immersing myself in the magical cultural experience that Morocco offers. The ladies on the tour were great and we all had a ball! Once again thank you for your friendship and leadership on another magical tour.
-(Kathy) & Daniela Finocchiaro, NT, Morocco Tour April 2024 -
The trip to Japan was all I imagined, so glad I came
- Sue Wilson, NSW Japan Tour, May/June 2023 -
The Moroccan trip was a wonderful experience & would return in a heartbeat. The size of the group was 'just right' with the opportunity to chat with everyone & make new friends along with catching up. Have already been in contact with some.
- Larraine Jenkins NSW, Morocco Tour April 2024 -
Thanks Sue. It was certainly a great trip with lots of wonderful memories.
-Lesley Stasse and Creina Hughes, VIC Japan Tour, May/June 2023 -
I absolutely loved the trip to Japan. It was just great and a great group of ladies - Barb Bloomfield, NSW
I loved every minute of the trip Sue and got to see places in Japan, that I had not been to before. It only inspires me to go again! - Kathy Magee, NSW Japan Tour, May/June 2023
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I had a wonderful time in Japan and thoroughly enjoyed everything. Thank you for being a great Tour leader! Looking forward to Bali next...
-Danni Finocchiaro, NT Japan Tour, May/June 2023
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It was a very special trip and I shall treasure the memories, the photos and the treasures. Thank you so much for your wonderful care - the guide makes the world of difference to a holiday and you made my holiday especially enjoyable. I felt included, considered and well fed! - Freya Parkes, ACT
A very big thank you for such a great trip to Japan! It was the perfect mix of sightseeing, shopping and inspirational crafts and such a different culture to be exposed to
- Liz Barfoed, ACT Japan Tour, May/June 2023
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Thanks Sue for the carefully curated Japan trip. It was a trip of a lifetime, full of wonderful times from beginning to end and you looked after us all so well - Jan Mouritz, VIC
and Big thank you for a wonderful trip to Japan. Loved every minute of it and felt it was the best bunch of ladies to get along with.
-Sue Marriott, VIC Japan Tour, May/June 2023
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Thank you very much for such a wonderful trip. The food & company was fantastic & the mix of places visited was really great.
-Christine Helbig, SA
Sydney to Melbourne Tour, March 2023 -
Thanks for organizing this tour. I had a fantastic time renewing old acquaintances, meeting new friends and having the opportunity to enjoy and visit all the venues/shops we attended. Have talked about the experience to everyone.
-Larraine Jenkins, NSW
Sydney to Melbourne Tour, March 2023 -
Thank you so much Sue for running this tour. There were so many highlights and enough diversity to satisfy the different interests of the individuals in the group. It was an exceptional group of travellers and I enjoyed seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones.
I was exhausted when I got home but am so glad I went!
-Cheryl Dunn, NSW
Sydney to Melbourne Tour, March 2023 -
I wish to thank you for the wonderful time we had in Myanmar. I was so impressed by the places we stayed at and the interesting insights to the Myanmar lifestyle and Reggie was so informative and proud of his culture, he was everything we needed in a guide
- Jan, Central Coast NSW
Myanmar Artisans Tour, Nov 2019 -
I’d just like to thank you for a wonderful holiday. There is not a moment on the trip that I didn’t enjoy. It was a wonderful experience and one I wouldn’t have missed for the world. I’m looking forward to the information about the next trip.
- Ann, Adelaide SA
China Highlights Tour, Oct 2019 -
Thank you Sue for another superb trip! Our fabric is draped around the lounge so that we can admire it. We so enjoy travelling with you and hope there's another trip or two for us in the future.
-Debra & Megan, Launceston TAS
Bali Textiles Tour, Sep 2019 -
Thank you for arranging such a wonderful trip to Myanmar. There was not one moment I did not enjoy or any place I thought was a waste of time. The highlights were the visit to Rang Ku Hamlet, and having such close contact with the long-necked women, everything on Lake Inle and the magical visit to Wat Khoung village.
- Patricia, Adelaide SA
Myanmar Artisans Tour, Nov 2019 -
Such a wonderful holiday in Bali. I am still bubbling over it and I would love to travel with you again.
-Carolyne, Launceston TAS
Bali Textiles Tour, Sep 2019 -
I certainly did enjoy our tour thoroughly. Had a great time, learned lots of new things, ate incredibly delicious food, and travelled with wonderful people. Thanks for making it all happen.
-Christine, New Beith QLD
Moroccan Artisans Tour, Apr 2019 -
I had a lovely time in Morocco and you did well pairing me with a great 'roomy'. Thanks also for your great organisation, you did a fabulous job.
-Margaret, Rochester Vic
Moroccan Artisans Tour, Apr 2019 -
Thank you for a great trip – it was a fascinating country. We really covered a lot of ground and saw lots of amazing things. One of the highlights for me would have to have been the Yves St Laurent Museum….loved every minute of it!!
-Judy, Manly NSW
Morocco Artisans Tour, Apr 2019 -
This was an amazing trip and was so much better than our expectations. The people are welcoming, friendly and calm. Great food and excellent accommodation and of course good company! As always, you have done a wonderful job in introducing us to another part of Asia.
-Helene & Claire, Brisbane QLD
Myanmar Artisans Tour, Nov 2018 -
Many, many thanks for a fabulous trip!! I enjoyed every day and I haven’t stopped raving to everyone that I have spoken to. You seem to have that special knack in putting together a really interesting and fascinating holiday. Loved it!
-Judy, Sydney NSW
Myanmar Artisans Tour, Nov 2018 -
I did enjoy Bali, the people are amazing, gracious and honest. A special thankyou to you for making the tour unique for everyone. I loved all I did and even enjoyed timeout when I stayed behind!
-Margaret, Bunyip VIC
Bali Textiles Tour, Sep 2018 -
would like to acknowledge all the planning and attention to detail you put into your tours so that I, personally, have been able to travel and enjoy them so much. To be able to have a 'snapshot' of other peoples worlds, landscape, history, food and culture is a wonderful experience.
-Marrion, Perth WA
Vietnam (March 2018), Bali (Sep 2018) & Myanmar (Nov 2018) Tours -
I'm still dwelling on what a lovely time we had. It was the trip of a lifetime and I feel so privileged to have met and have been tutored by some of the worlds best in sewing (including you). Credit to you for your great coordination and I look forward to future trips.
-Christine, Geelong VIC
Palmer/Pletsch Education Tour, USA July 2018 -
Thank you very much for another thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile trip. I had a lot of fun and have returned with reinvigorated enthusiasm.
-Andrea, Perth WA
Palmer/Pletsch Education Tour, USA July 2018 -
Wonderful trip all up! Unforgettable! Thank you so much for your part, including being the instigator of the whole trip for us. Without your expertise and 'above and beyond' caring it would not have been as marvelous. Keep doing what you do so well.
-Anne, VIC
Vietnam 2018 -
Thank you for your Pamperfest trip to Vietnam!! I had a terrific time!
-Wendy, Sydney NSW
Vietnam 2018 -
Thank you for a wonderful week with interesting ladies, all with the love of sewing. I really enjoyed my time and the fantastic program you had organised for us. You do a wonderful job and every time I wear a garment made from fabric bought on one of your tours I remember the great time we had.
-Yvonne, Bordertown SA
Melbourne 2017 -
The Melbourne tour was just fantastic and I enjoyed it so much!
-June, VIC
Melbourne 2017 -
Thank you for a wonderful shopping trip, great sightseeing and delicious eats in Melbourne. I'm now looking forward to the artisans tour in Myanmar!
-Helen, NSW
Melbourne 2017 -
Words can hardly express just how much I have enjoyed this week in Melbourne. Thank you for organising such a delightful week, with like-minded ladies. It has been a lot of fun!
-Claire, QLD
Melbourne 2017 -
What a wonderful trip to Japan, experiencing the culture, workshops, shopping and nature of Japan. There were too many highlights and places of interest to single out one. A big thank you Sue for putting together another wonderful trip (my 4th trip with you) and I hope that there are more in the future.
-Colleen, QLD
Japan 2017 -
This tour to Japan exceeded my highest expectations!
-Helene, Brisbane QLD
Japan 2017 -
Japan! It was all amazing and such a variety of experiences. I loved everything. Thank you so much, it was definitely much more than I expected.
-Margaret, QLD
Japan 2017 -
Thank you Sue for the mammoth effort in organising such an amazing experience. I look back at the photos and am amazed at how much we fitted it and the amazing craftsmanship and detail we saw.
-Debbie, Launceston TAS
Japan 2017 -
A big thank you Sue for your expertise in organising everything. It all went like clockwork. It was incredible!
-Nola, Perth WA
Japan 2017 -
A very memorable and most enjoyable tour. I had a really fantastic time, with a wonderful group and an excellent itinerary.
-Anne, VIC
Bali 2017 -
The Bali tour was so well organised and it wasn't just a holiday as we learned a lot about the Balinese people, their culture and customs.
-Winnie, VIC
Bali 2017 -
Such an enjoyable textile tour to Bali. I had a really great time and when I went through all the fabrics I bought I was quite thrilled. I wound up taking home 7 kgs more than I left with, which for me, who is not really a shopper, was remarkable!
-Anita, TAS
Bali 2017 -
Thank you Sue for fulfilling the expectation of 'challenging' and 'different' on our adventure in India. My general description is "amazing experience with the good, bad and the oh dear!!" What a remarkable trip full of laughter, good company and enjoyment.
-Marrion, WA
Northern India 2016 -
Thank you once again for an amazing trip. I was not disappointed with India and loved it all!
-Christine, NSW
Northern India 2016 -
I had a wonderful time on the tour and must sincerely thank you for being a great tour leader. The ladies on our tour were excellent company and I will always remember this trip as being special.
-Marleen, WA
North-West USA Tour 2012 -
Thanks so much for a brilliant couple of weeks. The time flew because I was having so much fun and I didn't have to worry about a thing. I now have beautiful fabrics to add to my stash, some new tricks to try and new friends. I will have happy lasting memories of this trip. I really appreciated your thoughtfulness, planning and joie de vie.
-Deb, NSW
North-West USA Tour 2012 -
I had a ball! I really appreciate all the care and time you spent organising such a wonderful trip.
-Julie, Sydney NSW
North-West USA Tour 2011 -
Well done Sue on another great trip. I throughly enjoyed it and I know you put a lot of work into it to make it enjoyable for every one. Its hard to get back to normal life again like cooking, cleaning and going to work etc. But the hardest thing is trying to work out what I am going to sew first!
-Claire, Adelaide SA
North-West USA Tour 2011 -
I want to thank you for an amazing two weeks. You managed to put together a schedule that covered all areas of interest, sewing aside. From the Portland Symphony Orchestra (which for me was a real highlight) to lunch at Timberline Lodge, the entire tour took my breath away. I can only stand in awe at the way you find the 'extra-ordinary' to make the whole a wonderful experience. Thanks again for what will live in my memory for a long time.
-Shirley, VIC
North-West USA Tour 2011 -
Thanks heaps for the last couple of weeks. I had heaps of fun. The activities, accommodation and food were great.
-Marie, NSW
North-West USA Tour 2011 -
Thanks Sue for organising a fabulous holiday. We enjoyed every minute of our trip to Cambodia and Vietnam. We loved the history, the scenery, the culture and the food. The cruise along the Mekong River was a highlight and we have not ever experienced such wonderful service. The arrangements were seamless and we did not have to worry about anything other than relaxing, enjoying ourselves and taking in the whole experience. This was my third trip with Sew Inspirational Events and I would book a tour again without hesitation. I have already recommended the Cambodia Vietnam trip to friends and family so hopefully they will have a chance to experience these wonderful countries.
-Ann-Maree, NSW
Cambodia/Vietnam Tour 2011 -
I want to say what a wonderful time Gloria and I had on the Sydney Tour. I can’t thank you enough for your time, energy, expertise and enthusiasm in putting it together. I have never seen so many fabric stores in one week in my life before! It was like being in heaven, I imagine! I loved it all and we have so many stories to tell others as well. The other highlight was meeting all the other ladies who attended. What an amazing group of wonderful women! I gained inspiration from each of them.
-Cheryl, Scotts Head NSW
Sydney Tour 2010 -
I had a wonderful week in Sydney. I now know where to go for material and buttons etc.You put in a lot of time and effort to make the trip enjoyable and I met new people and made new friends.
-Diana, Lisarow NSW
Sydney Tour 2010 -
Thank you so much for the delightful photos of our Bali trip. They are sensational!! I relived the trip through them….loved it all. We certainly had a fun-filled 12 days. Thank you so much for all your assistance and caring in Bali. It is all greatly appreciated.
-Judy, Manly NSW
Bali 2010 -
Thanks for making our trip to Vietnam so enjoyable and interesting. It's always great to share a holiday with you. We had the BEST time!!
-Marie & Trish, NSW
Vietnam 2010 -
Thank you for all your work to ensure our holiday was as wonderful as it was. I don't know which I liked the best - Vietnam or Bali.......no! I just loved them both!
-Elaine & Diedre, NSW
Vietnam & Bali Tours (2009 & 2010)
Fabric Day Tours
Enjoy a carefully curated fabric and food tour of Vietnam…but no one needs their passport. Sydney’s Cabramatta is the answer and you can experience all the highlights in just a single day!