Book in advance!

Join expert tutors for an in-depth, hands-on afternoon class at the fair on Thursday, September 10.

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).
• Booking, class fee and class requirement details are detailed below.
• You will need to purchase an entry ticket to the fair for the day of the class; classes are only open to fair visitors
• Classrooms will be marked on the map available at the fair.

Sitting Lady

Tutor: Denise Keeley, Paverpol Australia, Stand D04

When: 4pm to 7pm, Thursday, September 10

Fee: $90

Class location: Craft Circle 1

Make your own ‘sitting lady’ indoor or outdoor sculpture. Learn the process step-by-step, from wrapping the wire frame that is the base of your sculpture to dressing your lady using fabric dipped in the amazing fabric hardener product, Paverpol. All the products you need to create your unique sculpture will be supplied.

Materials to bring: A two or four litre ice cream container to work in and a large box (wine box size) to take the sculpture home in. Tip: leave your rings at home and wear old clothes or bring an apron/smock.
Bookings: Email admin@paverpolaustralia.com or call 09 298 7295.

Ribbon Embroidery Master Class

Tutor: Helen Dafter, Helen Dafter Embroidery & Design, Stand E01

When: 4pm to 7pm, Thursday, September 10

Fee: $72

Class location: Craft Circle 2

An indulgent opportunity to spend a fun filled three hours learning the fascinating art of ribbon embroidery. Helen Dafter is one of the world’s leading exponents of this delicate needle art. You will create a collection of flower samplers with each sampler featuring unique stitches. No experience is necessary and the full kit will be provided along with the use in class of an embroidery hoop and scissors.

Materials to bring: Bring reading glasses if required.

Bookings: Call +61 2 4987 9115 or email helen@helendafter.com.au

Miss Frosty

Tutor: Christina Del Dot, Polly's Beads, Stand A14

When: 4pm to 7pm, Thursday, September 10

Fee: $35

Class location: Craft Circle 3

Miss Frosty is a gorgeous beaded Christmas ornament made up of two lace-weaving covered balls, with three dimensional aspects. She is 5cm high without the hanger when completed. This is an advanced project but you will have assistance from an experienced teacher to understand this wonderful new kit – it is possible for a beginner to participate in this class and feel happy with their project. Techniques taught include lace-weaving with beads, increasing and decreasing, and adding on three dimensional aspects. Kit contains pattern, beads, polystyrene balls, hat, flower, needle and cotton, and a beading mat.

Materials to bring: A small pair of scissors, a work lamp if you have one and reading glasses for beading if required.

Bookings: Email info@pollysbeads.com.au or phone/fax +61 2 47315256 or online at www.pollysbeads.com.au

Freeform Experimentation

Tutor: Prudence Mapstone, Stand E05

When: 4pm to 7pm, Thursday, September 10

Fee: $75

Class location: Craft Circle 4

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.

Materials to bring: A range of knitting needles and crochet hooks in different sizes (approximately 3.5 to 4.5mm) and a pair of scissors.
Bookings: Email prudence@knotjustknitting.com