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Expertise Events is an Australian owned and operated event management company with a wide portfolio of events, expos, shows, fairs and conferences both trade and public. Expertise Events runs over 30 superior shows, fairs and expos each year that exemplify the company�s reputation as the leading Australian owned and managed exhibition and event organiser.
 
 

 


Workshops

Craft experts from around Australia will be on hand at these FREE seminar-style workshops. Come along to 'listen & learn'!

  • No bookings are required.
  • All workshops are 30 minutes unless otherwise indicated.
  • Program applies daily at the fair.

 

Correct as of 02:29PM Monday, October 26, 2009
Key
NEW = new Workshop

10:30 AM 1 hour NEW The Latest in Cardmaking
Maria Haak, Cardmaking.net
Discover all the latest techniques and exciting new products to make beautiful cards.
Stand B14
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM 1 hour NEW Perfect Hand Quilting, Applique & Piecing
Liuxin Newman, Thimblelady
All the essentials for perfect hand sewing without pain using Liuxin's innovative tools.
Stand B23
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM 1 hour NEW Picture Framing
Trevor Penney, FrameCo
An introduction to doing your own picture framing. Perfect for framing your finished craft projects as well.
Stand A10
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM 1 hour NEW Enchantment & Whimsy
Gabriella Kerkez, Miss Rose, Sister Violet
A bit of this and that creates whimsical, fairytale beauty. Covers many crafts - altered art, scrapbooking, patchwork, collage, floral craft. Be enchanted!
Stand A11
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 1 hour NEW EME Machine Embroidery
Denise May/Lizzy Allen, Early May Enterprises
Tips and hints that make it simple and easy to get perfect results with EME designs - everytime!
Stand C21
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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10:30 AM Photos on Fabric for Dummies
Kathleen Stone, Australian Country Quilts
Print photos onto fabric using any printer, just like paper amazing! Easily create a masterpiece by poster printing with fabric.
Stand B07
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:00 AM NEW Put the Fun Back into Machine Embroidery!
Lizzy Allen, Floriani/Know-How Sewing Essentials
All you ever wanted to know about embroidery, patchwork and quilting stabilisers (backings) but were 'sew' afraid to ask! See the latest tips and hints using the Floriani range.
Stand C11
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM Fun Mesh Bags
Heather Bartsch, Barossa Quilt & Craft Cottage
Come and learn how to make these great fun, practical mesh bags for any occasion - the beach, shopping or travelling.
Stand E21
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:00 PM NEW Techniques, Textures & Tucks
Catharina Sudholz, Catharina's Country Collection
Learn to use tools and techniques to create several different and unusual fabric textures; then blend to create unique quilting masterpieces.
Stand B30
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM Hand Dyeing Using Ozecraft Dyes
Joy White, Starr Laces and Ribbons
Learn how to dye laces, buttons, beads and more. Joy will show you basic steps and share inspiring ideas. Cost efficient, quick and easy.
Stand C17
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM NEW New Dimensional Quilting & Brilliant Bags
Meredith Griffiths, Scarlet & Grace Designs
Learn the new and easy technique of dimensional quilting and see the latest in decorator and bag projects.
Stand C07
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM 1 hour NEW Westalee Design Adjustable Rulers
Judy Hall, Punch with Judy
Achieve the maximum from Westalee Rulers - new products and ideas using no-maths, no-guesswork quilting for perfect patchwork piecing. Plus exciting designs with the new Multi-Angle Wedge Ruler.
Stand A07
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Presenting Perfect Quilt - Easy to Use Software
Lizzy Allen, Floriani/Know-How Sewing Essentials
Jenny Haskins is known the world over for her beautiful embroidered quilts. Make your own using Perfect Quilt, Jenny's new suite of quilting software and print-sew modules.
Stand C11
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
03:00 PM NEW Templates for Quilting
Catharina Sudholz, Catharina's Country Collection
Learn how to quilt, applique and create stitcheries the easy way, but end up with a professional result!
Stand B30
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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10:30 AM 1 hour NEW What's New in the Quilting World?
Elizabeth Wallace, Aussie Patches
See the newest gadgets and trends in the quilting world. Elizabeth has travelled the world to bring back the latest to your doorstep.
Stand A02
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM NEW Applique Has NEVER Been Easier
Bev Ross, Craft Cubby & Creative Applique
Applique The Craft Cubby way using the best tools available - see why Applifix is the best fusible webbing. Discover the magic of Gollyville and the new Gollyville 2. Free pattern.
Stand D01
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:00 PM NEW The Stampin' Up! Business Opportunity
Alisa Tilsner, Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrators
Learn more about the Stampin' Up! business opportunity, from hobbiest to career demonstrator.
Stand C19
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW Jelly Rolls Uncovered
Gai Taylor, Just Patchwork
Have you ever asked, what do I do with a jelly roll? Come to this class and learn how to make a variety of projects. Templates, books and patterns will be displayed.
Stand A18
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM Template Magic
Margaret Kirkby, Logan's Patchwork
Ever looked at a quilt and thought it was beyond your capabilities? Discover specially designed templates, terrific technique tips, plus how to mix and match colour.
Stand E24
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM NEW Chasing Rainbows
Karlene Atkins, Katkins Designs
Be inspired by Karlene's latest designs and learn easy techniques to add beautiful colour to your doll faces, stitcheries, paper, wood and fabric crafts using Prismacolor pencils.
Stand E12
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:00 PM NEW Transfers, Colouring & Finishing Made Easy
Sonya Cormaux-Jones, Giggle Buttons
Learn how easy iron-on transfers are to use and easy colouring techniques. Finish off stitchery projects beautifully on a shoe-string budget. Free gift included!
Stand A17
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Art Quilt Demonstration
Lisa Walton, Dyed & Gone to Heaven
Lisa will show you how combining simple piecing and quilting with basic bead stitches results in a unique quilt.
Stand B19
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
03:00 PM NEW Working with Bali Pops
Gai Taylor, Just Patchwork
Uncover the mystery of using Bali pops in patchwork. See completed projects and latest books and patterns available.
Stand A18
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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10:30 AM NEW Unique Fabrics from Yarn & Fibre
Cecile Whatman, Unique Stitching
Discover the magic of creating your own unique fabrics. Tips, techniques and tools will be explored. Add some WOW to your next project.
Stand A19
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:00 AM NEW One Fabric Magic
Margaret Kirkby, Logan's Patchwork
Discover the secret of making a stunning quilt using just one fabric. See simple step-by-step techniques plus learn Margaret's method for easy mitred borders and bindings.
Stand E24
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM Stamping & Scrapbooking - A Perfect Combination
Debbie Dawson, Kaszazz
A demonstration of a range of new products and techniques using stamps, inks and more to create stunning cards, scrapbook pages and beyond-the-page projects.
Stand D11
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:00 PM NEW Christmas is Coming
Pam Davis, Picklemouse Corner
Come along and sneak a peek at the latest panels, fabric and ideas to decorate your home beautifully this festive season.
Stand B05
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW Circ-E-Lation
Kerry Glen, Tulis Textiles
Learn some exciting new (and some old) techniques to gain confidence in piecing circles to make beautiful quilts.
Stand B15
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM The Art of Reborning
Bev Graham, Beeanns Dolls & Reborn Nursery
Learn how to make a life-like baby doll from a vinyl kit or doll. You will be amazed!
Stand B10
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM Childrens 'I Spy' Quilts
Heather Bartsch, Barossa Quilt & Craft Cottage
See different designs to make easy 'I Spy' quilts that all kids love. Kits and fabrics available.
Stand E21
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:00 PM NEW Making Memories for Dummies
Kathleen Stone, Australian Country Quilts
Discover how to scan and print your memories onto fabric for quilts, bags, textile art and more!
Stand B07
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 1 hour NEW Making a Fabric Sculpture
Denise Keeley, Paverpol Australia
Denise will show you how to make a fabric indoor/outdoor sculpture from start to finish. See the step-by-step process using Paverpol fabric hardener products.
Stand C30
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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