Join expert tutors for an in-depth, hands-on afternoon Craft Class at the fair.

To secure your place:

• Enquire, book and pay before the fair directly with the tutor; OR book and pay at the tutor’s stand at the fair (subject to availability). Limited places - advance booking recommended.
• Booking details, class fees and class requirements are listed under the descriptions following.
• Purchase an entry ticket to the fair for the day of the class as classes are only available to fair visitors. Click here to purchase your ticket online
• Class locations will be marked on the map available at the fair.

Exquisite Silk Embroidered Roses
Tutor: Helen Dafter, Helen Dafter Embroidery & Design, Stand A36         
When: 3pm to 6pm, Thursday, July 23
Fee: $67
Class location: Creative Zone classroom 2

This project is ideal for the beginner or intermediate embroiderer. Learn to master the stitches and techniques and create perfect silk ribbon roses using delicate hand dyed and plain dyed silk ribbons; be taught by one of the world’s leading exponents of this delicate needle art. Kit includes fabric, needles, ribbons, threads and extensive notes. Students will also have the use of an embroidery hoop and scissors in class.
Requirements: Bring reading glasses if required.
Bookings: Call 02 4987 9115 or email helen@helendafter.com.au

Freeform Experimentation                                                               
Tutor: Prudence Mapstone, Stand C25
When: 3pm to 6pm, Thursday, July 23
Fee: $75
Class location: Bead Fair Make & Take classroom
Experiment with a range of different stitches and techniques that will get you started with exciting freeform knitting and crochet. Learn lots of tips and tricks that will help you turn your experiments into works of wearable art. The kit will include a selection of specialty yarns in your colour choice, plus comprehensive notes to get you ‘freeforming’. Knowledge of basic knit and crochet stitches is required.
Requirements: Bring a range of knitting needles and crochet hooks in different sizes (approx 3.5 to 4.5mm) and a pair of scissors.
Bookings: Email prudence@knotjustknitting.com.au

Walk on the Wild Side                                                  
Tutor: Susan Filer, The Pattern Place, Stand B18
When: 3pm to 6pm, Friday, July 24
Fee: $98
Class location: Creative Zone classroom 2
Work on a small size Giraffe, Elephant, Rhinoceros or Zebra wall quilt (choose design at time of booking) in this totally stress free class designed for all quilting levels – beginners especially welcome. Learn lots of quilting hints and tips while you work at your own pace; be taken through the process hands on, step-by-step, to produce a striking wild animal quilt top. Kit includes pattern, self sticking repositionable appliqué web or new ‘no sew’ appliqué sheets, background fabric and hand dyed fabrics to use and keep.
Requirements: A materials list (general sewing tools – scissors, pins, iron, etc) will be emailed with your booking confirmation.
Bookings: View projects and book at www.patternplace.com.au or call 07 5554 6747, or email: susan@patternplace.com.au