Meet these renowned craftspeople at the Sydney Fair!
| Michele Hill, SA
Applique and design are Michele's specialties, especially creating quilts with William Morris as inspiration.
Seminar: William Morris Journey
Learn about the significance William Morris had on design in the 19th century with Michelle and her William Morris inspired quilts. Free exclusive Michele Hill cushion pattern for all attendees!
Times: Thursday & Friday 3.30pm; Saturday & Sunday 12.30pm
Fee: $10
Bookings: Stitch in Time, Stand D16
Location: Mezzanine level in Hall 1
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Sandra Chandler Lawhon, USA
While struggling to piece a Double Wedding Ring quilt with many curves, Sandra developed the first prototype for her revolutionary Curve Master Presser Foot. She then pieced that queen-sized quilt in just three days!
Trunk Show: Curved-Piece Quilts Made Easy
An exciting, inspiring trunk show demonstrating how those challenging concave/convex, inside/outside curves of many beautiful quilt blocks are within the reach of all.
Time: Daily at 3pm
Fee: $10
Bookings: Punch with Judy, Stand A09
Location: Workshop 2
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| Deborah Louie, NSW
Visit Bernina, Stand C05, and meet award-winning quilter, author annd teacher, Deborah Louie. She will empower you with confidence, knowledge and skills to quilt your own quilts.
After a career in commercial textile printing, Deborah began her own quilting business from home. After five years and quilting more than 500 quilts she has worked out the best ways to use a domestic sewing machine to great effect.
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| Linda Lock, Canada
Linda Lock, of the Altered Art book series fame, is a special guest of the Folk & Decorative Artists' Association (FDAA) at the fair. Linda will demonstrate image transferring and other techniques she uses in her work including painting, stamping and scrapbooking. She will also hold a daily Paint 'N' Take class. Click here for class information.
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| Jennifer Forest, ACT
Jane Austen's Sewing Box is Jennifer's new book which brings her twin passions of history and craft together. The skills of Jane Austen's women, set in the historical and literary context, are brought to life in 18 step-by-step craft projects, including sewing, needlework, netting, painting, papercraft and knitting.
Seminar: Jane Austen's Women and Their Regency Crafts
Explore the craft skills of Regency women in Jane Austen's novels.
Time: Saturday, June 13 at 3.30pm
Fee: None
Bookings: Not required: first in - limited seats
Location: Mezzanine level in Hall 1
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