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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.

FREE Seminars

 

Craft experts from around Australia will be on hand at these FREE lecture-style workshops, where you can 'listen and learn'. Take advantage of this opportunity to pick up some great ideas from these craft experts.

 

  • Seminars are approximately 30 minutes, unless otherwise indicated
  • No booking required
  • Program runs daily at the expo

 

 

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11:00 AM 60mins NEW Simple Wired Pendants
Sharon Hutton, Goddess Beading Supplies.
Take a simple bead and use gauge wire to make it stunning. Be shown how to work with wire and beads to create beautiful features for your jewellery collection.
Stand G21
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:00 PM 30mins Jelly Rolls and Bali Pops Uncovered
Gai Taylor, Just Patchwork.
Learn how to construct beautiful quilts with jelly rolls or Bali pops, books, patterns and templates - all are demonstrated right before your eyes.
Stand B22
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM 30mins Simple Patchwork Techniques
Julie Wallace, Quilters Barn.
Want to make your own quilt? Come & learn some simple yet effective techniques, tips and information on colour and fabric selections. Be inspired!!
Stand F22
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM 30mins NEW Textured Patchwork for the Non-traditionalist
Cecile Whatman, Unique Stitching.
Explore the impact that can be achieved by incorporating different textures into your quilts, garments, bags, and other projects.
Stand B40
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM 30mins One Simple Ruler - Many Quilts!
Julie Wallace, Quilters Barn.
Learn a quick techniques for making hexagons of many sizes using only one ruler and your sewing machine.
Stand F22
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:00 PM 30mins NEW Perfect Patchwork with Pre-cuts
Judy Hensen, Busy Thimbles.
All you need to know and were afraid to ask about jelly rolls, layer-cakes and charm packs. Learn how to make perfect patchwork quilts with the latest pre-cuts.
Stand B21
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 30mins Applique - The Craft Cubby Way
Bev Ross,The Craft Cubby & Creative Applique.
Learn this simple technique - applique has never been easier. Come along and pick up many new ideas and hints for your own projects.
Stand H14
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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11:00 AM 30mins Scrap Happy
Pam Davis, Picklemouse Corner.
Let us share some great ideas to use up your endless supply of fabric scraps. Learn how to piece the scraps together to create beautiful projects which cost next-to-nothing to make.
Stand F12
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM 60mins NEW Hand Dyeing - The Latest Techniques
Joy White, Starr Laces & Ribbons.
Learn the latest techniques in hand dyeing using the popular 'Ozecraft Dyes'. See how to dye your lace into an amazing range of colour. Quick simple, no mess, no fuss.
Stand B43
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM 30mins Templates for Stunning Patchwork Projects
Margaret Kirkby, Logan's Patchwork.
Discover how specially designed templates and a few sample techniques can help you make stunning quilts! Explore innovative colour layout with the designer herself.
Stand H30
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM 60mins Binding Methods
Judy Hall, Punch with Judy.
Want to improve your quilt binding methods? Judy introduces exciting new binding methods, feet and tools that will put that 'finishing touch' to your quilts, wallhangers and tablerunners.
Stand A01
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:00 PM 30mins Tucks, Textures and Techniques.
Catharina Sudholz, Catharina's Country Collection.
Using the amazing Westerlee Rulers you can create different and interesting techniques for making quilts.
Stand B15
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 60 mins NEW Sewing Room: Six Must-Have Gadgets
Elizabeth Wallace, Aussie Patches.
Elizabeth will demonstrate how each of the six gadgets will work for you to make your patchwork easy, simple and accurate. You'll wonder how you ever worked without them!
Stand B34
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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11:00 AM 60mins Quilts on Parade
Margaret Kirkby, Logan's Patchwork.
Up close and personal Margaret will showcase a selection of her quilts and share simple tricks and tips for basic patchwork and quilting. Plus offer advice on choosing the best tools and colours.
Stand H30
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:00 PM 60mins Discover French Style Scrapbooking
Vanessa Brasseur, Azza Pacific.
Learn how to create an exciting page, interlock your pictures and add a French touch to your scrapbooking techniques. Come along and watch the papercraft creations develop before your eyes!
Stand D46
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM 30mins NEW Raw Edge Appliqu
Gai Taylor, Just Patchwork.
Learn the how and why of raw edge appliqu using simple yet effective techniques. Available kits demonstrated.
Stand B22
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM 60mins Beading Basics for Beginners
Sharon Hutton, Goddess Beading Supplies.
Everything you need to know for basic beading; what tools you need; what beads to use; tiger tail; crimps, earrings; wire and more. Bring all those questions you've always wanted to ask - we will endeavour to answer them for you!
Stand G21
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 30 mins Photos on Fabric for Dummies
Kathleen Stone, Australian Country Quilts.
Print photos onto fabric using any printer, just like a paper amazing! Easily create a masterpiece by poster printing with fabric.
Stand D16
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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