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EXPERIENCE A NEW ERA IN SEWING…SEWINGVisit the Bernina Stand and discover for yourself the magic of the BERNINA8Series with the most 88space, most speed, most precision, the BERNINA8Series will open up 88a world of creativity you never thought possible.

Only a limited number of the Limited Edition for Australia 830LE are available, so get your order in early!

Don’t forget to drop by and see Kay Haerland, world renowned quilter, demonstrating her incredible talents

of turning her love of nature into intricately realistic pictorial quilts.

215 The new BERNINA 215 machine Simply good – Simply great value!This wonderful Swiss quality machine meets all your needs, it’s exceptionally user friendly, easy to handle, robust, durable and packed with fantastic features at a truly amazing price.

Test drive one for yourself at the BERNINA Sew N Go workshop. You will be impressed!

Bernina T-Bagan exciting introduction to sewing!

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The Bernina 215 is simply the best.Sit down and try it – put it to the test.

Swiss quality and precision at a fantastic price!A needle-threader, great button holes

– what else could be as nice?From straight stitch to zig-zag and decoratives too,

The T-Bag that you get to make shows off the ‘Creative You’.It’s fun and it’s exciting, so why not have a go?

Don’t forget to check out the Bernina show specials while you’re at the show.

Join this fun class & transform 2 T-shirts into a handy T-bag using the latest Bernina 215

sewing machine.Bernina’s hands-on workshops have three time slots:

10am, 12noon and 2pm every day at the fair.

A $10 fee covers everything you need for this project including 2 T-shirts. Please book early at Stand C14 as seating is limited.

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Decorative artists from around the Sydney region have been busy creating works for their largest sale and exhibition of the year, held annually at the fair. So, stop by and pick up an original handpainted piece for your own home or a special gift for a friend.

Award-winning artworks will be on display and a People’s Choice Competition will be held over the five days of the fair, so come and vote for your favourite. There will be Paint ‘N’ Take classes too, giving serious painters, aspiring painters and non-painters alike the opportunity to hold a brush and play creatively with liquid colour. Painting Pleasures shop will have wooden items, books, paints and mediums for sale, along with brushes and other tools of the trade.

Decorative Art sale & exhibition

Sydney Canvas by Leonie Brennan

‘Sydney’ Create a Canvas Competition Enjoy an exhibition of art on canvas, all with the common theme of ‘Sydney’. Pieces featuring painting, collage, scrapbooking, stamping, patchwork, embroidery – in fact, any kind of craft – will be included, as long as they feature the ‘Sydney’ theme.

Entries must be done on the canvas provided, and are being accepted up to June 17. For more information and entry forms, visit www.craftfair.com.au

Visitors can see the exhibition at the fair and vote for their favourite.

Create a Canvas using any craft or painting technique and you could WIN

$250 cash and have your work on

display!

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Matryoshka Doll on Canvas Time: 11am to 12noon Skill level: Beginner (16 years and older) Cost: $12

Learn how to get material to adhere to a project and build up a stunning background for this Matryoshka doll. Find out how to give your work dimension and use two canvases to add impact. The Matryoshka doll is a popular motif found on bags and cookware, so join us and enjoy creating this trendy little character!

Christmas Holly on Red Glass Plate Time: 1pm to 2pm Skill level: Beginner (16 years & older) Cost: $10

Celebrating Christmas in July? This little plate will get you right in the festive groove. Using special Jo Sonja mediums you will learn to paint on glass and create this classic piece with a traditional holly symbol – perfect for serving that special Christmas cake to family and friends!

PAINT ‘N’ TAKE CLASSES Join these fun classes each day

and start painting!

Find us in Hall 3!

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Extra Large Quilting Extension Table

430 built-in stitches

Programmable Pivot Function

Large LCD touch screen

15 specialty feet

7 point feed dogs

It all points to a more creative youQC-2000

To create something special you need to start with something special.

Select the Pivot Function to have the machine simultaneously lift the presser foot while keeping the needle lowered. This allows you to keep your hands free to rotate your fabric, making perfect corners every time.

Pivot Function

Adjust the presser foot height to allow thicker sections to pass under the foot, and change the presser foot pressure to align with the feed dog motion for improved delivery of fabric height variations. The built-in Innovis Continuous Automatic Pressure System provides sensors that detect varying fabric delivering smooth even stitches.

Adjustable Presser Foot Height and Pressure and ICAPS

Sew straight in eight different directions, including sideways left or right eliminating the pivoting of material, and in four directions with zig zag. Stitch with minimal fabric guiding and achieve precisely formed stitcheswith the wide-set 7-point feed dogs that allow for smooth and easy feeding of almost every material.

Multi-Directional Sewing

see us at stand B17

Come and try something new & different! You’re invited to join an exciting class – called Sew Simple.Sew Simple is just that – a delightfully quick-n-simple project that teaches you to make a beautiful ‘origami’ bag in just 45 minutes. And, it’s just $5.

10am, 11.30am and 1pm daily. Book at the Brother Stand B17.

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Plan your day ★ New workshop 1 hour workshop

No bookings are required. Program applies daily at the fair.•All workshops are 30 minutes unless indicated. •Arrive early – space is limited.•

Pick up tips & clever ideasWorkshopsCraft experts from all over Australia will be on hand at these FREE seminar-style workshops.

9.30am ★ Show and Tell with Saffron Craig, Saffron Craig, Stand K48. Meet international textile designer Saffron Craig and see how she uses her gorgeous, unique fabrics.

10am ★ Japanese Kimono Textiles and Dyeing Techniques. Christina Imada, Japan

Made, Stand C30. Get a glimpse of Japan through kimono fabrics. Learn various dyeing techniques and what you can make with them.

11am Quilt-as-you-go Scrap Savers, Julie Wallace, Quilter’s Barn, Stand H23. Make great projects by quilting all those scraps as you sew. See new patterns too.

11.30am ★ Hand-felted Seamless Pouch – wet felting, Annie Huntley, Room for Threads, Stand G32. Felting is easy and fun! Learn to felt a pouch without seams. Plus creative ways to finish the top of it.

12noon Understanding Colour and Using it Effectively, Reece Scannell, Reece Scannell, Stand F27. Don’t miss this presentation by Reece, an acclaimed colour expert, and Kathy Doughty, world-famous quilt designer at Material Obsession.

12.30pm ★ Understanding Colour and Using it Effectively, Kathy Doughty, Material Obsession, Stand E28. Join Reece Scannell and Kathy Doughty, to learn about connecting with your colour instincts.

1pm Appliqué on the Run, Bev Ross, The Craft Cubby, Stand D23. Come and learn ‘Appliqué on the Run’ – and have fun. This exciting new technique will amaze you!

1.30pm Stars, Diamonds & Kaleidoscopes! Judy Hall, Punch with Judy, Stand A27. Don’t be afraid of these shapes any more. Let Judy explain new techniques – with new tools.

2.30pm ★ Silk Ribbon Embroidery for beginners, Helen Dafter, Helen Dafter Embroidery & Design, Stand A13. Learn all the professional tips and tricks to get you started with this fascinating needle art. All those FAQs will be covered.

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No bookings are required. Program applies daily at the fair.•All workshops are 30 minutes unless indicated. •Arrive early – space is limited.•

9.30am ★ Make Accessories out of Your Craft Stash, Nicole Farrell, Craft Queen, Stand H45. Nicole shows you how to use your stash make gorgeous hair clips and accessories, pincushions, softies and even Christmas decorations.

10am ★ Pre-cuts: Jelly Rolls, Bali Pops & Fat Quarters, Gai Taylor, Just Patchwork, Stand E19. See great ways to make quilts with Jelly Rolls and other pre-cuts, plus the latest patterns, books and templates for use with them.

10.30am ★ The Double Diamond Ruler, Judi, Brindabella Quilting Systems, Stand E39. Judi from Tirau Quilt Cottage in New Zealand shows you this amazing ruler which gives quilt borders, blocks and sashings lovely dimensional elements.

11am ★ Introduction to Polymer-clay Basics, Sharon Hutton, Goddess Beading Supplies, Stand B13. Polymer clay is simple and fun to work with! Sharon shows you how to condition and blend it, then make simple beads and canes out of it.

11.30am ★ Creating Shapes & Forms and Adding to Existing Ones, Carolyne Brennan, Hot Dot Designs, Stand I46. Get handy tips while learning to put shapes together and solve problems as you go in ways you never thought possible.

12noon ★ Easy Discharge-dyeing and Shrinking Fabric, Meredith Griffiths, Scarlet & Grace Designs, Stand J39. Create your own fabric with this easy technique and shrinking fabric; plus see the latest in bag designs and bag-making accessories.

12.30pm ★ Creating Treasures, Gabriella Kerkez, Miss Rose Sister Violet, Stand A32. Here are some lovely ideas and tips on decorating household and personal items using vintage flowers, ribbons, lace and pearls.

1pm ★ Stained Glass Quilts, Gai Taylor, Just Patchwork, Stand E19. Learn the easy way to achieve a ‘Stained Glass’ effect with fabric. This class will have you eager to complete a wall-hanging, quilt or table-runner.

2pm ★ Scrapbook and Card-making Trends 2011, Nicole Farrell, Craft Queen, Stand H45. Nicole will update you on the latest trends in the papercraft industry and show examples of cards and scrapbooking to inspire you.

2.30pm ★ European Cardmaking, Debra & John Van Der Meulen, Cardmaking.net, Stand C40. See how easy it is to make beautiful handmade cards using the latest products & techniques from Europe.

3.30pm ★ Seed-bead Cab, Sharon Hutton, Goddess Beading Supplies, Stand B13. Learn how to embellish a simple cab with just seed beads, a needle and thread – and turn it into a masterpiece. It’s easy – and fun!

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10am Successful Embroidery Techniques, Catharina Sudholz, Catharina’s Country Collection, Stand H31. Learn about embroidery, from the right needles, fabric and stabilisers to hoops and punch-needle work.

10.30am Photos on Fabric for Dummies, Kathleen Stone, Australian Country Quilts, Stand I32. Discover what your printer can do with printable fabric mediums. Simply print them on fabric and stick them on, or sew them to washable fabrics. You’ll be excited it’s so easy!

11am Fun Mesh Bags, Heather Bartsch, Barossa Craft & Quilt Cottage, Stand J31. Learn how easy it is to make these great-looking practical bags – perfect for shopping, the beach or travelling.

11.30am ★ Arm-knitting, Teresa Dair, Dairing Designs, Stand I23. See this fascinating technique in action, you’ll be amazed at the finish.

12noon ★ Fabric-fusion, Appliqué and Embellishing, Catharina Sudholz, Catharina’s Country Collection, Stand H31. Learn the right way to create fusible appliqué pieces. Catharina shows how to make stylish blocks and embellish them for a unique finish.

12.30pm ★ ‘Wonderfil’ Ways to Use Heavy Threads, Barrie Ashton, Wonderfil Specialty Threads, Canada, Stand K42. Make your work interesting and different by using heavy threads. Topics covered include bobbin work, couching to give your bindings more appeal, hand-stitching and using washaway.

1pm ★ Arm-knitting, Teresa Dair, Dairing Designs, Stand I23. See this fascinating technique in action, you’ll be amazed at the finish.

1.30pm ★ Bead in Your Own Style, Fion Zheng, Lavender De Rock Bead Shop, Stand F43. Learn to create a pretty Christmas decoration with stylish wiring and proper looping.

2pm ‘Virtual Appliqué’ – Easily, Kathleen Stone, Australian Country Quilts, Stand I32. How to create an appliqué effect on your scanner bed, plus other useful tips and tricks using basic computer skills. Attendees may photograph examples.

2.30pm ‘I Spy’ and Other Quilts Children Love, Heather Bartsch, Barossa Craft & Quilt Cottage, Stand J31. Learn new – easy – techniques and patterns for making ‘I Spy’ quilts. Get a free pattern – kits available too.

3pm ★ Terrifically Textured Quilts, Judy Hansen, Busy Thimbles, Stand K34. Judy shows you quick and easy ways to give your quilts substance and texture. Join her for fun-filled inspiration.

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9.30am ★ Perfect Needle-turn Appliqué, Sue Daley, Busy Thimbles, Stand K34. Sue shares tips and techniques for perfect needle-turn appliqué designs. Learn all the secrets of beautiful appliquéd quilts.

10am Template Magic, Margaret Kirkby, Logan’s Patchwork, Stand A35. Create beautiful quilts with Margaret’s specially designed templates. Get expert tips and learn simple techniques for stunning results.

11am Knitting for Stress Relief, Pamela Mathers, AKM Yarns & Kits, Stand G31. How to knit to relieve stress. Forget the pills and take to the needles – knitting ones that is! We’ll give you loads of easy-knitting information.

11.30am ★ Exciting English Paper-piecing, Sue Daley, Busy Thimbles, Stand K34. New shapes, new tools and new ideas! World-renowned for her beautiful paper-pieced quilts, Sue shares her latest designs along with tips and tricks for creating them.

12noon Sew Perfect Curves and Circles, Elizabeth Wallace, Aussie Patches, Stand A39. Are you tired of the straight line? Do you want to venture into curves and circles? We’ll show you how to do them the easy way – and you’ll be creating waves in no time!

12.30pm Wonderful One-fabric Quilts, Margaret Kirkby, Logan’s Patchwork, Stand A35. Explore the magic of creating a quilt from just one fabric. From table runners to queen-size quilts, this exciting technique is fun, fast and rewarding.

1pm The Latest Gadgets, Elizabeth Wallace, Aussie Patches, Stand A39. Learn to use the latest gadgets and see how they can make your patchwork and quilting easier and more accurate. This workshop is full of tips and techniques.

2pm ★ Creating Texture on a Painted Surface, Cecile Whatman, Unique Stitching, Stand A24. Explore a range of different approaches to giving painted fabric and paper depth, contrast and texture for your mixed media or art quilt projects.

2.30pm Easy Hand-dyeing with Ozecraft Dyes, Joy White, Starr Laces and Ribbons, Stand D42. Be inspired when you see the transformation of variety and colour on lace, buttons, beads, fabric and more with the ‘Ozecraft’ range of dyes – it’s fast, easy and inexpensive.

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10am Monica Poole’s Trunk Show, Monica Poole, Margaret Upston, Margaret’s Fabrics, Stand B40. Monica presents her trunk

show of delightful quilts, including designs from her book, Quilt As You Go the Moon Shine Way.

10.30am A Flannel Affair, Pamela Davis, Picklemouse Corner, Stand J50. Discover new ways with flannel, see the latest fabric releases and get great tips for using up those scraps. Learn to stitch, quilt and care for this extraordinary fabric.

11.30am ★ Let’s Do Bags – Tops and Bottoms! Jody Anderson, Quilt Block of the Month Club.com Stand B41. An easy-to-follow demonstration of bag-making skills for everyone, covering ideas for different ‘tops’ and how to put different ‘bottoms’ on your bags. Plus a FREE pattern.

12noon Candlewicking, Margaret Upston, Margaret’s Fabrics, Stand B40. Learn about this beautiful form of embroidery. Margaret will share tips and techniques on the candlewick quilt-as-you-go method.

12.30pm ★ All About Cloth Dolls, Karlene Atkins, Katkins Designs, Stand I49. Be inspired by the Katkins collection of cloth dolls, and learn all about hair techniques and drawing faces to make beautiful dolls.

1.30pm Patchwork Made Easy for Beginners, Julie Wallace, Quilters Barn, Stand H23. Learn the easy way to make quilts with quick patchwork and foundation papers. Plus, learn about colour and fabric choice.

2.30pm Drunkard’s Path: Stepping Beyond, Kerry Glen, Tulis Textiles, Stand E12. Have you mastered the Drunkard’s Path block yet? We look at more circles and plenty of variations on how to make those ‘circle quilts’ you have wanted to try but thought were too difficult.

3pm Handbags and Fashion, Monica Poole of Moonshine Designs, Margaret’s Fabrics, Stand B40. Monica shares her professional secrets from the fashion industry and tells how you can use them to create your own garments and beautiful handbags. Excellent tips and techniques for beginners to advanced stitchers.

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9.30am ★ Decorate a Beautiful Photo Frame, Stacey Rigby, Scrapapple. We’ll make a frame out of paper, flowers and bling that you won’t just use to display a photo – you’ll want to show it off too! Kit cost $20. Book at Stand C03.

10.30am ★ Teardrop Emery Scissor-finder, Helen Dafter, Helen Dafter Embroidery & Design. Make a delightful ‘teardrop’ scissor-finder filled with emery powder to keep your needles and pins sharp and burr-free – and take it home. Kit cost $12. Book at Stand A13.

11.30am ★ Chic Shell Necklace, Diana McCully, That Bead Shop. Learn correct crimping techniques while creating a lovely necklace out of mother-of-pearl shell and pearls in a choice of six colours. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand H25.

12.30pm ★ Embroidered Ribbon Roses and Beaded Flowers, Helen Dafter, Helen Dafter Embroidery & Design. Learn the fascinating art of embroidered silk ribbon roses as the centrepiece in a tiny garden of beaded flowers. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand A13.

1.30pm ★ Viking Charm Bookmark, Monica Anthon, Mad Monnie Designer Jewellery and Beads. Learn to create your own wire chain using the new tool, ‘Laizee Daizee’. Once the chain is complete, we add some charms and learn the wrapped -loop technique to create the finished bookmark. Beginner Level. Choose from silver or gold-plated finish. Kit cost $15. Book at Stand E16.

2.30pm ★ Hands-on 2-hour Scrapbooking Workshop, Roxanne Fisher, Azza French Style Scrapbooking. Learn to scrap the French way! This 2-hour workshop includes all materials needed to complete a layout using our techniques – and you also receive a gift. Kit cost $25. Please book in early at Stand C39.

Plan your day ★ NEW! Craft Circle

Get expert instruction for the small cost of a kit – and make a project in these hands-on sessions. Program applies daily at the fair.

Hands-on classes with kitsCraft Circles

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9.30am ★ A Pincushion to Die For, Kathy Doughty, Material Obsession. Fold and stitch this fabulous, fun pincushion designed by Wendy Williams with an easy ‘Cathedral Windows’ variation. Simply select a kit in Kaffe Fassett fabrics and get busy. Kit cost $18. Book at Stand E28.

10.30am ★ Making a Weighted Book-stop, Rhonda Shallcross, Kimono Girls. You’ll make a useful and attractive book-stop in gorgeous Japanese fabrics. Kit cost $10. Book at Stand H50.

11.30am ★ Corey & Jessy Fabric Painting, Jo Anne Hermitt, Blue Willow Cottage. Fabric painting is an easy, fun way to give your stitcheries a touch of colour. Jo Anne uses a light wash of Jo Sonja Folk Art Paints with textile medium and water. No painting experience necessary, so any age is welcome. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand I31.

12.30pm ★ Coin Purse with Frame, Jane MacDonald, BeBe Bold. Make a coin purse and learn the techniques needed to attach it to the frame. It’s a great gift for someone special. Kit cost $18. Book at Stand G35.

1.30pm ★ Coiled-wire-wrapped Bling Earrings, Carolyne Brennan, Hot Dot Designs. These pretty fashion earrings give you a classy look for winter – plus great new techniques to apply to other designs. Kit cost $28. Book at Stand I46.

2.30pm ★ Lariat Necklace with Japanese seed beads and Swarovski Crystals! Kerry Dove, Bead Shack. Make this dainty lariat necklace using only needle and thread and top-of-the-range Japanese seed beads and Swarovski crystals – no previous experience necessary! Kit cost $25. Book at Stand E04.

3.30pm ★ Stitch a Coaster in Sashiko, Sue Howie, Indigo Niche. Learn the gentle art and technique of Sashiko – and stitch a coaster to take home. Kit cost $12.50. Book at Stand H41.

A Pincushion to Die For, Coiled-wire-wrapped Bling Earrings

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9.30am ★ Crystal Ball Charms, Fion Zheng, Lavender De Rock Bead Shop. Make a ‘crystal ball’ out of fishing wire to use as beads or charms. Kit cost $15. Book at Stand F43.

10.30am ★ Design Magic with Shiva and Stencils, Cecile Whatman, Unique Stitching. Come and play with this fabulous stencil-based technique and learn how you can give your work positive and negative designs – placemat pattern included. Kit cost $15. Book at Stand A24.

11.30am ★ Designer Cards and Tag with Chipboard, Azza Sedrak, Scrapmatts. Create two designer cards and a tag for any occasion, using Scrapmatts’ chipboard. Then learn various techniques to decorate and embellish them – and give your card-making new flair. Kit cost $15. Book at Stand C23.

12.30pm ★ Angel Bears: Wishing, Dreaming, Hoping, Kay Deans, Krazy Kreations. Learn how to make Angel Bears with Kay. The kit contains all the materials you need to make two of them, so make one for someone who needs a wish, a dream – or hope! Kit costs $20. Book at Stand E42.

1.30pm ★ Nuno-felted Collage Necklace, Annie Huntley, Room for Threads. This delicate necklace is wet-felted with a collage of wool, crinkle silk, silk hankies, lace beads and other treasures to make a decorative piece to wear. No experience necessary. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand G32.

2.30pm ★ Posh Bangles – A Wearable Work of Art, Niki, Posh Pendants. We’ll show you how easy it is to create your very own ‘wearable work of art’ with Viva Decor paints and our unique range of decals – and then help you personalise it and make it uniquely your own. Kit cost $30. Book at Stand G45.

3.30pm ★ Learn to Enamel Without a Kiln, Niki, Posh Pendants. Our air-dry enamelling technique is perfect for all ages and skill levels. Simply choose an enamelling base from our new range of pendants, key rings and ornament shapes available, select the colours – and you’re ready to start.Kit cost $30. Book at Stand G45.

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9.30am ★ Decorative Hairclips & a Brooch, Hitomi Fujita & Bronwyn Northam, Studio Mio. This new, easy and fun way to make some ‘cool’ hairclips and a brooch is suitable for all levels of experience – from beginners to advanced. Kit cost $18. Book at Stand B32.

10.30am ★ Christmas Card Class, Nicole Farrell, Craft Queen. Get organised early and make four gorgeous Christmas cards. You’ll still have enough left in your kit to make at least four more at home. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand H45.

11.30am ★ Quilted Japanese Kimono-style Wallet, Mariko Ikeda & Daisuke Ikeda, Patchwork Mariko Japan. Learn to make a unique and beautiful quilted wallet/make-up pouch with modern Japanese fabrics in Kimono prints and a special hand-opening spring clip. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand I42.

12.30pm ★ Stick Weaving, Liz Colledge, Punch with Judy. Make a quick scarf using the age-old traditional technique of weaving with wooden sticks. Absolutely easy, fun to do and suitable for any age. Weaving sticks are provided on loan in the class but students can buy them for a special class price. Kit includes 2 balls of yarn & instructions and costs $15. Book at Stand A27.

1.30pm Basic Embroidery for Left-handers, Yvette Stanton, Vetty Creations. Fed up with right-handed embroidery instructions? In this class, you learn basic embroidery stitches for left-handers. Taught by an experienced left-handed embroidery teacher. Kit cost $5. Book at Stand K39.

2.30pm Crochet Flowers, Bev Cooper, Belisa Cashmere. Crochet your own corsage! Learn three variations – for your lapel, to adorn a bag or to make as a special gift. Wool and hook included. Kit cost $18. Book at Stand B25.

3.30pm ★ Creative Card Class, Nicole Farrell, Craft Queen. Here, you learn how to select papers that lend themselves to quick, easy and inexpensive cards. Make four cards in the class – and more at home. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand H45.

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9.30am ★ Kanzashi Flowers in Vintage Japanese Kimono Fabric, Jill Grant, KimoYES. The title says it all! Experience the beauty of the fabrics and see how it’s done! Kit cost $20. Book at Stand J46.

10.30am ★ Pattern-making – the Easy Way, Sonja Bezuidenhout, Lutterloh Patterns. Learn to draft your own waistcoat pattern, using only bust and hip measurements. Kit cost $5. Book at Stand C24.

11.30am ★ Hands-on 2-hour Workshop. Overlocked Tote Bag, the Baby Lock Team, Baby Lock Australia. Experience the amazing self-threading overlockers with no tensions and create this fantastic tote bag – techniques include gathering and piping. (Please note fabrics may vary from the picture.) Kit cost $20. Book at Stand I50.

1.30pm ★ Embellishing with Silk Ribbon or Valdani Threads, Stephanie Reed, Maytime Heirlooms. A delightful project for beginners or advanced stitchers using new Valdani threads. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand D10.

2.30pm ★ Birdie Trinket, Marg Low, Blue Willow Cottage. Learn how simple felt appliqué and glove stitch is with this cute little tag. Pattern, materials and key are included in the kit. Kit Cost $17. Book at Stand I31.

3.30pm ★ Skirt Designing, Sonja Bezuidenhout, Lutterloh Patterns. Learn to draft a pencil skirt, using only one measurement to fit your body shape. Fit the pattern and discuss some interesting designs using your master pattern. Kit cost $10. Book at Stand C24.

This classroom is located near the new Sewing Studio at the fair

Sewing Circle