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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.
 
 

 

Craft Circles

 

For the small cost of a kit, receive expert instruction and 'make and take' and project home in these fun hands-on sessions!

  • Program applies daily at the fair.

 

How to Join the Circle

  1. Read the timtable and choose your sessions.
  2. At the fair, book your place at the presenter's stand. Bookings are essential as places are limited.
  3. Purchase a kit for the project at the fair - prices are listed in the timetable.Each Circle runs for approximately 50 minutes. Make sure you are on time to receive all the instructions.

 

Correct as of 12:32PM Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Key
NEW = new Craft Circle

09:30 AM NEW Hand Dyed Silk Scarf
Cecile Whatman, Unique Stitching
Apply strong, vibrant fabric dye to colour a silk scarf. You choose the colour – so quick and easy! Learn lots and make a unique accessory.
Kit cost $18.
Book at Stand H02.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
10:30 AM Silk Ribbon Embroidery
Helen Dafter, Helen Dafter Embroidery & Design
Work on an exclusive pre-printed panel and learn the basic stitches for this rewarding needle art. Kit includes ribbons, needle and fabric plus use of scissors and embroidery hoop in class.
Kit cost $15.
Book at Stand A36.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM Toe-Up Socks on the Magic Loop
Janette Medcalf, Yarns Galore
Learn a great new way to knit socks – toe-up on one circular needle.
Kit cost $30.
Book at Stand B35.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW Stitchery Sampler
Irene Harris, Renee's Cottage Crafts
Create a sampler using the stitches required for the embellishment of crazy patchwork.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand D34.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM NEW Stencil with Shiva Stiks
Cecile Whatman, Unique Stitching
Apply Shiva Stiks to a hand dyed calico bag. Learn a range of techniques and take home a unique bag. The paint sticks are colourfast on fabric when cured and heat set.
Kit cost $15.
Book at Stand H02.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Cast-on Stitch
Cathy Gunn, Country Bumpkin
Embroider elegant daisies onto a crisp white handkerchief and create a lovely gift for yourself or a friend.
Kit cost $15.
Book at Stand B26.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
03:30 PM NEW Easy Peasy Paper Piecing
Sue Bennett, Miss Sampson's Drapery
Creat your on everlasting flower garden using this age old method – no water required!
Kit cost $10.
Book at Stand A37.
 
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09:30 AM NEW Yo-Yos or Suffolk Puffs?
Christine Dellios, Blue Willow Cottage
Yo-Yos or Suffolk Puffs, no matter what you like to call them, join in the fun turning them into a fun and easy to make needle book.
Kit cost $12.
Book at Stand E35.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
10:30 AM NEW Overlocked Food Throw
Kate Marra/Michelle West, Baby Lock
A great project for first time overlocker users, constructed using overlocking and rolled hemming, all on self threading overlockers with no tensions. Overlockers provided for use in class.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand D35
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM NEW Felted 'Garden Collage' Needlecase
Anne Huntley, Room for Threads
Working with pre-felts and scatty fabric, create your own crazy garden to turn into a fabulous needlecase. Fun for all – kit includes internals for needlecase.
Kit cost $25.
Book at Stand C22.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW A Nine Patch with a Twist
Elizabeth Wallace, Aussie Patches
Create a nine patch table runner with a twist – with curves! Learn the easy way to sew a curve using a Curved Ruler.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand C27.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM NEW English Paper Piecing
Christine Dellios, Blue Willow Cottage
Learn this traditional and easy style of patchwork using the latest techniques. Kit includes papers, fabric, cutter and mat.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand E35.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Elegant Pearl & Shell Beaded Watch
Diana McCully, That Bead Shop
Learn correct crimping techniques and create this elegant pearl and shell beaded watch. This stylish, functional timepiece is available in a range of colours.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand D15.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
03:30 PM Absolute Beginner Crochet
Bev Cooper, Belisa Cashmere
Never held a hook? Here's your chance to learn the basic stitches and techniques of crochet.
Kit cost $15.
Book at Stand D14.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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09:30 AM NEW Vintage Lace Headband
Gabriella Kerkez, Miss Rose, Sister Violet
Inspired by romantic, whimsical designs, create a pretty lace headband that wouldn't look out of place on Alannah Hill! A gorgeous gift for yourself or someone you love.
Kit cost $15.
Book at Stand B07.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
10:30 AM NEW Creative Crochet Cord
Prudence Mapstone
Crochet an easy textured tubular cord and create a multi-coloured bracelet. Hook, instructions and enough yarn for two or three more bracelets included.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand C25.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM NEW Charm Bracelet Watch
Judy Martin, Brentwood Bears & Beads
Be charmed by this fabulous new charm bracelet watch. Learn to attach beads and charms using eye pins and jump rings. Many colours and designs to choose from.
Kit cost $19.95.
Book at Stand G35.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW Kumihimo – Japanese Braiding
Liz College, Punch with Judy
Make a funky zipper pull with this easy to learn braiding technique you can do anywhere! Great for jewellery, bags and embellishments.
Kit cost $10.
Book at Stand A11.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM NEW Embroidery Stitches & Techniques
Brenda Ryan, Maggie Robertson Design
Use a pre-printed kit and threads to make an embroidered garden button. Learn techniques and stitches such as beetle stitch, whipped wheel and bullion knot.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand D16.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Quilted Satin Handbag
Judy Martin, Brentwood Bears & Beads
Embellish satin flowers and leaves onto the large front pocket of the bag; then create a detachable jewelled brooch centre-piece. Comes in three colour choices.
Kit cost $32.95.
Book at Stand G35.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
03:30 PM NEW Gorgeous Glitter Greeting Cards
Mel Garner, Dragonfly Crafts
Learn a fun and easy way to create dazzling handcrafted greeting cards with stamps, rhinestones and glitter glue.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand P08.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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09:30 AM NEW Easy Paper Piecing for Beginners
Laura Lobb, In Stitches of Williamstown
This traditional patchwork technique is fast and fun. Totally portable for those on the go and great for using your stash. Come and get hooked.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand E13
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
10:30 AM NEW Paint a Floral Stitchery
Ella Madsen, Ella & Skysie Designs
Paint a permanent watercolour flower stitchery and start stitching. Kit includes two pre-printed stitcheries, bag pattern, threads, needle, paint and brush.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand C30.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM NEW Shimmering Metal Leaf Appliqué
Susan Filer, The Pattern Place
Create a shimmering Butterfly or Dragonfly by combining new 'no sew' appliqué and a pot of gold or silver metal leaf. Ten inch block perfect for a mini quilt or a cushion centrepiece.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand B18.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW Silk Ribbon Tulips
Stephanie Reed, Maytime Heirlooms
Create a spring planter full of sumptuous silk ribbon tulips. The kit includes silk fabric and ribbon, needle and a handmade resin piece.
Kit cost $22.
Book at Stand B29.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM NEW Fairy Face Brooch
Karlene Atkins, Katkins Designs
Colour a fairy-face wooden button using Prismacolor pencils to make into a beautiful, unique brooch or wall hanging.
Kit cost $16.50.
Book at Stand E07.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Easy Beaded Necklace
Niki Vukmirica, Kraft Kingdom
A quick class, perfect for beading enthusiasts who love jewellery and for anyone who wants to create their own gorgeous fashion accessory. Features stunning glass beads in a choice of colours.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand D29.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
03:30 PM NEW Enamelling Made Easy
Niki Vukmirica, Posh Pendants
Niki will show you just how easy it is to make your own pendant or ornament with the Posh enamelling process and kit. No kiln required!
Kit cost $30.
Book at Stand F14.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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