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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 companyΓ―ΒΏΒ½s 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 01:10PM Thursday, June 4, 2009
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NEW = new Craft Circle

10:30 AM NEW English Paper Piecing with a Difference
Sue Daley, Busy Thimbles
Learn the art of fussy cutting, combine it with English paper piecing and create something quite unique.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand E02.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM NEW Creative Crochet Cord
Prudence Mapstone
Learn to 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 H20.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW 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 C36.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM NEW Hands on Hexagons
Judy Hansen, Busy Thimbles
Make a glasses case, mobile phone pouch or evening bag with this fun quilt-as-you-go technique. Easily adaptable to quilts and gifts of all sizes.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand E02.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Funky Shell Jewellery
Diana McCully, That Bead Shop
Learn correct crimping and stringing techniques to create a unique necklace and earring set using mother-of-pearl shell. Multiple colour choices available.
Kit cost $25.
Book at Stand C25.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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09:30 AM 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 D12.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
10:30 AM NEW 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 embrodery hoop in class.
Kit cost $15.
Book at Stand A05.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM NEW Fabric Flowers
Diana Chalk, Dolls & Doilies
Make three different fabric flowers from lace, organza and silk to use as decorations on bags, jackets and shoes. Hand sewing required.
Kit cost $7.50.
Book at Stand E10.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM 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 A18.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM 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 D12.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 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 A18.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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09:30 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 E20.
Wed  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 F16.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM 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 E01.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW All That Glitters – is Gold 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 $19.99.
Book at Stand C08.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 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 E20.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM NEW Make Your Own Posh Pendant
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 F36.
Wed  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 B22.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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09:30 AM 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 G34.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
10:30 AM NEW Japanese Lucky Owls
Jane MacDonald, Be Be Bold – Japanese Textiles
Start and finish the first 'lucky owl' of your collection using beautiful, unique Japanese fabrics. These also make wonderful gifts for family and friends.
Kit cost $15.
Book at Stand I46.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM 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 A09.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM NEW Twist a Felt
Anne Huntley, Room for Threads
Make a gorgeous, fun and creative brooch or accessory using handfelted cords, silk cocoon and embellished with beads.
Kit cost $25.
Book at Stand C14.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM NEW Felt Messenger Angels
Kay Deans, Krazy Kreations
Learn tips and tricks to sew with felt and beads. Kit contains everything to make two angels in your colour choice. You choose the messages you'd like to send!
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand E34.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 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 A26.
Wed  Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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