Stitches & Craft Show Guide Newcastle 2014

Show Guide

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Full timetable inside

Hands-on Make & Take classes

See quilts, textile art and fashion parades!

Free seminars

Win great prizes!

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WHEN SEPTEMBER 11 – 14, 2014 Thursday to Sunday, 10am to 4.30pm daily

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WHERE

Newcastle Entertainment Centre Showground, Brown Road, Broadmeadow

TICKET PRICES Tickets can be purchased at the door OR you can jump in early and avoid the ticket queues – buy tickets before the show online at www.craftevents.com.au and click on The Stitches & Craft Show logo then the ‘Tickets’ tab.

• Adults $15

SAME PRICES AS LAST YEAR!

• Age & Disability Pensioners $13 • Seniors Card Holders $14 • Children – 5 to 16 years $7, under 5 years FREE • Family – 2 adults & 2 children $38

• Two-day pass $28, Three-day pass $40, Four-day pass $50 • Group/Bulk Buy (minimum of 10 tickets pre-purchased by Friday September 5, 2014) Adult $13 per ticket, Child $7 per ticket.

Shop PLAN YOUR TRIP

Newcastle Entertainment Centre is conveniently located six minutes from the centre of Newcastle on the Newcastle Showground. Access by car is via the main entrance off Griffiths Road.

If travelling from the north or south of Newcastle, the M1 Pacific Motorway is only a short distance away.

PARKING HAVE A FEW FRIENDS THAT ARE COMING WITH YOU? If you buy your tickets together, you could save AND get a free bag!

The Centre has a fully supervised and secure car parking facility within the Showground complex. The Showground’s car park caters for 1,500 individual car spaces as well as a designated coach parking area. The charge is $4 per vehicle per day. It is advisable to arrive early for the event to avoid congestion with parking. Disabled car parking is close to the entrance.

FREE BAG

to every visitor* in a group of 10 or more. * Adult group tickets only

Please visit www.nec.net.au for more information.

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT

There are various public transport options for visitors. You can travel cheaper, easier and greener by using one of these alternatives.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Phone: 02 9452 7575 E-mail: tickets@expertiseevents.com.au Website: www.craftevents.com.au

• The Centre is a short walk from the Broadmeadow train station.

FAST FACTS

• The Centre has an on-site taxi rank

• Last ticket sales are at 4pm, the show closes at 4.30pm

• For bus and train timetables contact the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit www.131500.com.au

• Ticket sales open at 9.30am and the doors open at 10am • The Cloakroom is located at the show entrance and the charge is just $2 per item. It’s a great place to leave your shopping so your hands are free to buy more!

• Food and drinks will be available to buy at the show café • ATM facilities available at the venue Bulk ticket sales close Friday September 5, 2014 at 4.30pm.

Sorry, no refunds available.

RESPECT

Make sure you ask permission before taking photos.

Professional craftspeople make a living by designing and creating their work, so please respect their copyright and check BEFORE you snap.

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The Stitches & Craft Show Souvenir Show Guide Volume 2 No. 3 is published by the organisers of your favourite craft events – The Stitches & Craft Show, Craft & Quilt Fair, Australasian Quilt Convention, the Scrapbook & Papercraft Expo and the Creative Textile Show. Information in our Preview Magazine is provided by exhibitors. Expertise Events is not responsible for incorrect information or product names. Updates to the program will be made on the website closer to the event.

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BY TRAIN

Daily train services run from Sydney to Broadmeadow each hour, and half hour during peak time, via the Newcastle & Central Coast Line. For a more detailed timetable please visit the CityRail website www.cityrail.info

BY BUS

For information regarding bus services to the Newcastle Entertainment Centre please visit the Newcastle Buses website www.newcastlebuses.info/routes.

ACCOMMODATION & TOURIST INFORMATION We have negotiated with several hotels and other accommodation options around the city at a special event rate. Visit the website www.craftevents.com.au for more information.

For information about local accommodation, restaurants and other attractions nearby, or to plan your trip to The Stitches & Craft Show, visit www.visitnewcastle.com.au This information is correct at time of publication but can be subject to change. Visitors should check details prior to travelling.

On the cover: Products by (L-R) B2 Buttons & Beads, Blue Willow Cottage, B2 Buttons & Beads, Patchwork with Gail B, Prudence Mapstone and Scrapmatts.

Welcome!

Last year, two women in Melbourne had a crafty idea that has captured the imagination of people all around the country! They imagined how wonderful it would be if there was a field of handmade poppies laid in Federation Square on Anzac Day 2015 – to commemorate the Anzac Centenary.

They thought, ‘What if we could get 5000 Poppies made by people from all around Australia?’ The word spread, craftspeople responded like they so often do, and in no time the target of 5000 was reached and passed. But they are not stopping – instead they are looking forward to seeing just how far this poppy adventure will go.

The project has struck a chord with people everywhere and everyone wants to be involved. We want to be involved and we’re sure you do too.

We are inviting you to bring your poppies to the show and help us cover a wall in the flower of remembrance; at the end of the show we will send the poppies to Melbourne. Read more about it inside.

Of course there are other great features at the show. Don’t miss: The Sentinelles – a collaborative exhibition of embroidered panels by Australian and French women, and the SAQA art quilts from 50 quilters around the world.

Plus from closer to home, we have the Central Coast Modern Quilters with a display of their work and live demonstrations.

You can get hands-on in classes – choose from textile art, printing, painting and dyeing, scrapbooking, card making, embroidery, jewellery making and much more. Plus – the Woodies will be turning timber into masterpieces before your very eyes.

And as a bonus, we’ve kept the entry ticket price the same as last year. Come along and support your local show and don’t forget to bring your poppies!

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To enter, complete the competition form you receive when you buy your ticket and put it in the box at the show. The winner will be drawn at the end of the last day of the event and the winner will be notified the following week. For full terms and conditions of entry and prize details visit www.craftevents.com.au NSW Permit number: LTPS/14/01492

International Textile Art on Display An international textile art exhibition has just landed in Australia and will be on display at the show. 50 small exhibition art quilts celebrate the SAQA group’s 25th anniversary and are one of eight trunk shows that are travelling the world until 2017.

Trunk Show G which will tour Australia includes internationally renowned art quilters such as Dianne Firth (Australia), HsinChen Lin (Taiwan), Alicia Merrett (England) and Cynthia St Charles (USA). The trunk show is a wonderful way to view and engage with quilts made using a wide variety of styles, techniques, and fibres by many who are considered masters in their field.

SAQA is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting the art quilt and the artists who create them. SAQA is also a resource on all things art quilt related for both its members and the general public. Founded in 1989 by an initial

group of 50 artists, SAQA members now number more than 3,000 artists, teachers, collectors, gallery owners, museum curators and corporate sponsors across the globe. A dedicated core of volunteers and staff keep the organisation vibrant, dynamic, and progressive.

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Curated by Eileen Doughty, the 25th Anniversary Trunk Show was designed to showcase SAQA’s diversity of talent and SAQA’s mission to ‘promote the art quilt through education, exhibitions, professional development, documentation, and publications’.

50 works on show from around the world

Each work measures 25.4cm x 17.8cm (10in x 7in) and is part of SAQA’s third trunk show.

Alicia Merrett River Flow #3

Lea McComas A Horse of Course

Julia Graber Sailboat IV

Dolores Miller Winter Moon

Annie Mertens Fly Away

Elaine Quehl Unfurling 2

Dianne Firth Stony Desert #3

Hsin-Chen Lin The Forest III

Suzanne Riggio The White Hat

Salli McQuaid Upstream Python

Ruth Golden Ingham The Deep

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Cynthia St Charles Alternative Energy vs Fossil Fuels

Make it Modern!

Bright, fresh and thoroughly modern quilts will be on display The Central Coast Modern Quilt Guild will have a display of bright, modern quilts at the show. Part of their display includes the results of a challenge held this year in which members had to design and make a one-block-quilt to donate to the Blankets of Love program. There will also be a splendid quilt (picture right) made by local quilt maker Leanne Harvey, which won an award at the recent Sydney Quilt Show.

This year at the show members of the group will be working on a charity quilt. They’ll also have the quilt made at last year’s show and raffle tickets will be available, with all proceeds from the raffle going to Relay for Life – Team Kea.

Quilts by local member Leanne Harvey

Spring Time Fashion Parade With spring in the air it’s time to revitalise your wardrobe!

Catch the daily fashion parade at the show as Monica Poole showcases something for everyone.

See designs seamlessly woven into fashion as Monica presents her range of ladies and children’s clothing, with accessories that include beautiful coordinating handbags.

These sewing patterns are all fun, fresh and easy – anyone can make them!

Visit www.craftevents.com.au for the latest updates and parade times.

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The Sentinelles Enjoy a display of embroidered textile art!

Special Guest Meet designer, teacher and author Janelle Wind

The Sentinelles exhibition is the concept of Dijanne Cevaal and originally consisted of just the large pieces by Dijanne in this display. She then hand printed smaller panels that could be bought by others to create embroideries, and each purchaser of these hand printed panels could embroider or embellish the pieces in their own way. This has resulted in contributions by stitchers throughout France and Australia.

Each piece explores aspects of the earth and each sentinel deals with aspects of the environment. The term Sentinelle infers watching over.

Dijanne has recently returned from a successful exhibition tour with the Sentinelles in France, this moving display can be seen at the Stitches & Craft Show, before returning to France by popular demand.

Janelle is a designer of many patchwork items including bags, quilts, home decor items and more. Her style is fresh and modern and her patterns are gorgeous with lots of easy to follow instructions and diagrams – perfect for beginners!

She has been a pattern designer in the patchwork industry for more than 15 years, beginning with wall and bed quilts, cushions and table runners. She loves designing ‘useful’ projects that anyone can make. Her blog is very popular and covers all aspects of her life, including what she’s sewing, making, wearing and creating.

Janelle’s book, ‘Pieces of Me’, featuring 18 projects will be available at the show too.

About her work, Janelle says, “Stitching to me is like breathing.

It is a necessary part of my every day and something that brings me great joy. It is with these thoughts and feelings in mind that I share my designs through paper patterns. My patterns are written as though I am sitting beside you, helping you with each step of the process. It is so important to me that my students and those making my projects not only enjoy the process of making one of my designs, but that they are able to complete each step, from cutting, piecing and pressing to quilting and binding for example. Therefore my patterns are detailed but contain lots of diagrams to help with the production process as well. I also aim to give value for money, so there’s more than one project included in almost every pattern.”

On display you’ll see Janelle’s contemporary quilts, laptop bags, cushion and bag patterns and more. She will also be at the show every day for book signings and to answer your crafty questions.

Meet Janelle and see her creations on display at the Thorpe & Co stand, A07, at the show.

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1. FLIP LA K STAND F17 Flip-n Big Storm...great new template kit based on Storm at Sea.

2. LOGAN’S PATCHWORK FABRICS STAND F16

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New book, Shatter and Sew! introduces the Shattered Image technique in a clear, logical sequence with a wealth of illustrations and photographs. Join a workshop to learn more.

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3. WORLD OF LACE STAND F13 Smocking lace pack with new colours, free ribbons and free patterns!

4. SCISSORMAN STAND F01 The Perfect Point scissors are ideal for all crafts.

They’re sharp, reliable and well priced!

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5. DAYLIGHTMAN STAND F01 The LED light pad is perfect for crafters.

It’s lightweight and stays cool for hours.

6. FUNKY FRIENDS FACTORY STAND E26

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Lily the Ladybug is a cute little bug who looks great in all sorts of colours and fun fabrics.

Also available as a kit.

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7. FLEXI-CRAFT MOULDS STAND E21 See the Flowers and Lace Beginner Kit and other new products at the stand. The hand-made silicon moulds are perfect for cake-decorating and scrapbooking applications.

8. PFAFF STAND E09 Imagine a sewing machine compact enough to whisk away to a sewing class or fit in your book shelf. The PFAFF passport™ 2.0 sewing machine has Pfaff’s exclusive IDT – Integrated Dual Feed and is specially designed for small spaces, such as classes, retreats or any sewing journey.

9. BUSY NEEDLES STAND E17

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Create unique Dresden Plate blocks with attitude using new grooved wedge rulers by Bloc_Loc, Bloomin’ Cogwheels. The two-ruler set allows you to subcut strip-sets with no waste or paper while building units with interlocking seams. Each blade ruler has eight grooves and are available in 4 or 5 blades per quarter circle.

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10. FAT CATS CARD CORNER STAND E02 New Tool ‘N One from Spellbinders is a crafter’s dream – all your tools at your fingertips. It is a portable tool that performs multiple craft functions, including piercing, paper removal and many more!

In addition, it provides a unique storage solution with the Tool-n-One’s attachments housed within its main body.

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12 11. STUDIO MIO STAND D24 Check out this adorable new turtle kit. It can be used as a pin cushion or as a toy for a child! Beautiful yarn dyed fabric is included in the kit.

12. BABY LOCK AUSTRALIA STAND B01 The Baby Lock Ovation is the newest, biggest and brightest addition to the Baby Lock range. Features 5” of space from the right of the needle to the body of the machine allowing creative decorative coverstitching with ease, plus much more.

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13. SEWING BUDDIES AUSTRALIA STAND A05 Ecoluxlighting, LED Lighting strip for your sewing machine lets you see more, sew more! Compact, powerful and a two year unconditional guarantee!

14. SEWING BUDDIES AUSTRALIA STAND A05 Sew AdjusTable is the only sewing extension table that adjusts to any brand, make or model of sewing machine, overlocker or embroidery machine.

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15. TINKERING TOOLS STAND F18 These gorgeous scissor lanyards are all handmade with Japanese Matsmo beads and crystals – you will never lose your scissors!

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16. CATCHY CRAFTS STAND B02

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New CRAFTS4U punches have a lever action for easier punching. There are 49 great designs exclusive to Catchy Crafts – with many of them embossing and punching in one action.

17. PICKLEMOUSE CORNER STAND D25 Funky new season flannels – choose from many different patterns and kits – there’s something for everybody!

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18. SCRAPBOOKING FROM SCRATCH STAND D23 New Design Memory Craft Gelatos® are compact, acid-free pigment sticks that glide on creamy smooth for vibrant colour and coverage.

All Gelatos® blend easily with or without water.

Try this unique medium on paper, canvas, or wood!

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19. LOTUS FABRICS STAND E18 The classic Folded Star hot pad pattern is now easier to make with a revolutionary new technique, using an interfacing template. It can be finished square, round or as a hexagon. Pattern includes one template and additional templates are available too.

20. HOBBYSEW STAND B24 See demonstrations of the Brother ScanNCut, the world’s first home and hobby cutting machine with a built-in scanner. It cuts fabric for sewing, quilting and appliqué. No PC required!

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Free lecture-style workshops!

Learn with the experts in these free seminars! Workshops are approximately 30 minutes unless otherwise stated. Bookings are not required. Program runs daily at the show.

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o11AM ★ WHAT’S NEW IN SCRAPBOOKING & CARD MAKING See the latest Kaszazz products and techniques, including the upcoming new product Inspiration Days. Sonya Edwards, Kaszazz, Stand E05.

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o11AM ★ TEMPLATE MAGIC Put the magic back into accurate piecing with Margaret’s specially designed templates.

Explore beautiful nine-patch blocks, stunning eight pointed stars or simple curves. These templates are ideal for hand or machine piecing. Margaret shares her passion for fabric and colour, plus many quick and simple ways to keep the fun in your patchwork while achieving stunning results. Margaret Kirkby, Logan’s Patchwork Fabrics, Stand F16. o11.30AM WHERE THE FLIP-N FUN BEGINS Brenda is the founder of Flip la K and will demonstrate the basic flip process, give an overview of the latest products plus a big show and tell. Learn the tools and tips to make great blocks the Flip la K way. Brenda Burgess, Flip la K, Stand F17. o1.30PM QUICK AND EASY HAND DYEING Experience the simplicity of hand dyeing lace, fabric, buttons, beads and more. Just dilute the dye with water, paint on then set in the microwave. Quick, easy and inexpensive. Joy White, Starr Laces and Ribbons, Stand A01. o2.30PM WONDERFUL ONE-FABRIC QUILTS Experience the magic of creating a stunning quilt from just one fabric. From table runners to queen sized quilts, this exciting technique is fun, fast and rewarding. Margaret Kirkby, Logan’s Patchwork Fabrics, Stand F16.

o11.30AM ★ GADGETS AND GIZMOS IN PAPERCRAFTING Come along and check out ‘Demo Doug’ showing you all the latest gizmos and gadgets in papercrafting! Find out how easily you can create works of art with new pens, dies and tools. Doug Boyling, Catchy Crafts, Stand B02. o12NOON ★ SASHIKO STYLE AND KOGIN EMBROIDERY Learn what can be achieved with prestencilled sashiko fabrics. Jane will explain Hitomezashi - one stitch sashiko - and Kogin embroidery. Jane MacDonald, BeBe Bold – Japanese Textiles, Stand D02. o12.30PM ♥ ★ FLANNEL FIXATION Learn the secrets to making luxurious, cosy quilts for family and friends with flannels and discover this fabric’s unique qualities. Pam Davis, Picklemouse Corner, Stand D25. o1PM ♥ THE LATEST IN EUROPEAN CARDMAKING Discover the latest techniques and trends in using Marianne Design and Nellie Snellen stencils, cardmaking kits, 3D pictures, colouring peel off stickers and more. Ideal for beginners!

Debra Van Der Meulen, Cardmaking.net, Stand D06. o2.30PM ♥ ★ GORGEOUS PATCHWORK PROJECTS Discover how to strip piece a simple Christmas project with ease and speed. You’ll be inspired to make something for your home and to give as a gift! Pam Davis, Picklemouse Corner, Stand D25.

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Paper Play Discover the paper fun at Scrapmatts Stand B23.

Enjoy live demonstrations, a display of finished work and ongoing Make & Take sessions with Azza Sedrak at the Scrapmatts Studio.

10.30AM AND 2PM LIGHTHOUSE TAG Explore the wonders of tags. They can be added to cards, layouts or off-the-page projects, or simply enjoyed on their own.

Learn techniques using chipboard, pens and inks to create this popular tag. Class cost $6.

Mixed Media Join Cecile Whatman from Unique Stitching at Stand F32 and learn all about dyeing and mixed-media materials in these fun hands-on workshops. Program runs daily at the show: 10.30AM LEATHER LOOK JOURNAL OR VISUAL DIARY COVER Mix Kraft tex, Transfer Artist Paper (TAP), Angelina fibre, spray inks and paint to make a great cover. Piece may also be stretched over a canvas or added to another project.

Class cost $25.

11.45AM DYEING DESIGNS Screen print and stencil patterns onto a fat quarter of cotton fabric with the amazing Color Magnet. Then dip in some Procion dyes and watch the magic happen as the pattern is highlighted into a dominant shade!

Take your fabric home and stitch it into your next textile project. Each piece will make a fabulous cushion or feature fabric. Class cost $13.50.

11AM AND 2.30PM WHITE HANGING HEART Create this elegant Hanging Heart using chipboard, charms, inks and pearls. A great gift for someone special. Class cost $10.

11.30AM AND 3PM CORSET TAG One for the girls! This gorgeous vintage tag uses our Montage Creations images. Use different textures and techniques to create this tag. Class cost $6.

12NOON SILVER CHRISTMAS SHADOW BOX Here is a Christmas project with a difference. Explore new colours and techniques for Christmas. Learn to embellish, construct and add texture to your Christmas designs.

Class cost $20.

1.30PM SHEER LEAVES Start with a piece of white fabric then paint it with inks and fabric paints. Add some foil to make a truly sensational background fabric then add some sheer leaves to make the whole piece sing! A lot of techniques and media are covered in this class and participants are guaranteed to walk away inspired to create textile art. Class cost $25.

3PM LUSCIOUS LAYERS Create a small wall hanging made from hand printed and painted sheer fabrics such as Lutradur, tissue and silk georgette. Layer them up to create an amazing textural piece.

Class cost: $20.

1PM DRESS FORM SHADOW BOX Looking for inspiration? Scrapmatts have designed this beautiful Shadow Box to take your creativity to another level. Learn to embellish, construct and add texture to your designs.

Class cost $15.

All materials included. These sessions will run each day; please book at Scrapmatts, Stand B23.

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Class costs cover all materials required plus the use of class equipment, paints, inks and other tools. Book at the Unique Stitching stand at F32 on the day or online at www.uniquestitching.com.au

Beading Fun Join Gail from My Little Bead Shop in one of the following classes at Stand F26 and learn new tips and techniques in beaded jewellery. Program runs daily and is suitable for all skill levels. o11AM AND 1.30PM CLASSIC CRYSTAL BRACELET Learn some handy professional finishing techniques while you work with double loop bead tips and wire guardians to finish your projects. Choose from a range of colours. Class cost: $15. o12.30PM FLOWER POND BRACELET Learn valuable tips on opening and closing jump rings so that they close perfectly every time. You will use E600 industrial strength glue in this class.

Class cost: $12.

See it at the show!

Catch these free daily demonstrations and learn new ways with craft.

Simply visit the stands to see them in action.

Flexi-craft Moulds on Stand E21, will be showing how to use their moulds for cake decorating and papercraft projects.

At Fat Cats Card Corner, Robyn Gordon will demonstrate the Perfect Positioner Tool and Spellbinders Tool N’ One. Stand E02.

At Cardmaking.net, Debra Van Der Meulen will be demonstrating how to make the most of Marianne Design and Nellie Snellen stencils on the Big Shot machine. Also, pick up tips for colouring peel-off stickers with Sakura pens. Stand D06.

Sewing Buddies Australia will be running demonstrations of the Sew AdjusTable, Ecoluxlighting and rotating cutting mats at their Stand, A05.

o2.30PM WIRE WRAPPED CRYSTAL DROP EARRINGS Learn how to master wrapping your bead in wire using the latest looping pliers. Earrings are available as pierced or clip-ons with a great colour selection. Class cost: $12.

All classes run for approximately 30 minutes. Cost includes all materials required to make your project. Book at My Little Bead Shop, Stand F26 at the show.

The team at Scrapbooking from Scratch, Stand D23, will demonstrate Design Memory Craft Gelatos® - that blend easily with or without water plus mixed media/scrapbooking ideas.

Hobbysew, Stand B24 will demonstrate the Brother ScanNCut, the world’s first home and hobby cutting machine with a built-in scanner. No PC required!

5000 Poppies Help us create a wall of poppies Lynn Berry and Margaret Knight from Melbourne are on a mission to create a field of more than 25000 handcrafted poppies in Federation Square, Melbourne on Anzac Day 2015 for the Anzac Centenary Commemoration.

They set what they thought was ‘a challenging but achievable target’ of 5,000 poppies in June 2013 and since then this phenomenal project has taken off like wildfire in craft communities around the country and indeed around the world.

Your handmade poppies can be crocheted, knitted, felted or sewn. Any shade of red can be used and poppies should be no more than 15cm in diameter. There is no limit to the amount of poppies that can be submitted and there is no entry fee.

Contributors are asked to provide their own materials.

For further information on the project – and patterns – visit the blog, 5000poppies.wordpress.com and the 5000 Poppies Facebook page.

The show will feature a wall which you are invited to cover with your handmade poppies. Anyone can contribute to the project and the Hunter Group of the Knitters Guild of NSW will be there to collect your poppies.

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Get Hands On in daily classes GET EXPERT INSTRUCTION FOR THE SMALL COST OF A KIT IN THESE ONE-HOUR HANDS-ON SESSIONS!

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Program runs daily at the show.

o11AM ★ DORSET FEATHER STITCHERY Rhonda Leith, Blue Willow Cottage. Learn a combination of embroidery techniques, using ricrac and several embroidery stitches.

Kit includes all materials to complete a small pincushion. Kit cost $20. Book at Stand E22.

o11AM ★ KITTY CAT COIN PURSE Mio Fujita, Studio Mio. Make a gorgeous cat coin purse which comes in five different colours with five different cat designs. Includes a convenient key ring.

You will learn how to line your purse and sew it into a purse frame. Kit cost $18.

Book at Stand D24.

o12NOON ★ BEADED BRACELET OR PENDANT Annlee Butler, Kiss Beads.

Thursday and Friday: Peking Road bracelet – Learn to make a simple peyote style bracelet, with Czech two-hole brick beads, lots of colours to choose from. Kit includes all materials and instructions. Kit cost $23. Book at Stand EZ01.

o12NOON ★ CARDS, CARDS & MORE CARDS, Sonya Edwards, Kaszazz. Make some gorgeous cards with fabulous new products from the Kaszazz range.

Kit cost $15. Book at Stand E05.

Saturday: Links and Rings bracelet – Join Terracast rings with loops of peyote stitch beadwork into a bracelet in gold and rust orange, silver and pewter or copper and berry red. Kit includes all materials and instructions.

Kit cost $25. Book at Stand EZ01.

Sunday: Glitzy Pendant – Using a circle base, brick stitch three rows of beads and add Swarovski Montees to finish – four colours to choose from. Kit includes all materials to complete pendant (necklace not included) and instructions.

Kit cost $28. Book at Stand EZ01.

o1PM ★ MULTI-STRAND PEARL BRACELET Sandy Sonjaya, Design with Beads.

Make an elegant, fun and super easy bracelet in less than an hour – there is a great selection of colours to choose from. Join the class and receive a 15% discount voucher off DIY kits at the stand on the day.

Kit cost $15. Book at Stand C14. o2PM ★ FABRIC FOLDER Mio Fujita, Studio Mio. No sewing required! Make a gorgeous four-ring folder with beautiful cotton and linen fabrics. It comes with a handy pocket sleeve to store your craft supplies.

Size: 31cm x 28cm x 5cm.

Kit cost $23. Book at Stand D24.

o2PM ★ BLOOMING GORGEOUS CARDS Karen Arnold, Arnold’s Scrapbook & Craft Supplies.

Make two beautiful cards using Heartfelt Creations Arianna Blooms products. Learn how to shape the flowers so you get some dimension on your cards. Book into the class and receive a $5 voucher to spend at the Arnold’s Scrapbooking stand after the class!

Kit cost $20. Book at Stand E28.

Fabulous Fabrics!

See bolts of the latest beautiful Riley Blake fabrics at Thorpe & Co, Stand A07.

Plus! Free Gift valued up to $15

Spend $100 or more at Thorpe & Co stand at the show and receive a free gift valued up to $15!

Authorised dealer for Husqvarna Viking, Bernina and Baby Lock sewing machines.

Meet Australian designer Janelle Wind and buy a signed copy of Janelle’s book, ‘Pieces of Me’.

483 Hunter Street Newcastle P:02 4929 4456 W:thorpeandcosewingmachines.com.au

The Stitches & Craft Show Guide ♥ 13

Woodworkers Live See skilled craftsmen working live at the show – bring the boys!

There’ll be plenty to see and learn at the Stitches & Craft Show. See the Western Sydney Woodturners Association Inc in action – they will have lathes to demonstrate and will explain the finer details of the art of wood turning, making bowls, platters, pens and many other items. PLUS browse a large display of finished works.

The ‘woodies’ celebrate their 25th anniversary this year and with regular club meetings, workshops and special demonstrations, the group offers lots of activities for members.

Buy a gorgeous timber gift, learn about lathe and other timber work, or just watch the creative fun. Talk to the guys about joining their group – it looks like a lot of fun!

Visit the

Gift

Grab a souvenir for yourself or a gift for a crafty friend!

shop Lanyards $3 each

NEW Notebooks $2 each Crafty bags $7 each

Insulated mug $4

NEW Crafty badges $3 each

NEW

Mug holder $3 Cup not included

Handy folding umbrella $15 Mug $10 each

Souvenir pin $5 Retro T-Shirts $15 each, Aprons $15 each ‘Danger’ bag $15

VOUCHER 1

VOUCHER 2

45mm Replacement Blade Offer

Perfect Point Scissors

Present this voucher to Scissorman at Stand F01 to receive a set of 7 tungsten alloy steel replacement 45mm rotary cutter blades for only $19.95 per set. Limit of 3 sets per customer (while stocks last). Stand F01

Present this voucher to Scissorman at Stand F01 to receive a set of 4 Perfect Point 3.25 or 4 inch needle point scissors with sheath for only $10. Limit of 3 sets per customer (while stocks last). Stand F01

Scissorman.com.au

Scissorman.com.au

VOUCHER 3

VOUCHER 4

Half Price Naturalight Lamps

Bonus LED Folding Lamp

Present this voucher to Daylightman at Stand F01 to receive a 27 watt Naturalight Floor Standing Lamp plus a 13 watt Naturalight Folding Portable Lamp together for only $99.95.

Limit of 3 sets per customer (while stocks last). Stand F01

Present this voucher to Daylightman at Stand F01 to receive a FREE 30 LED Rechargeable Folding Desk Lamp worth $29.95 with any purchase of an A4 or A3 size LED Tracing Light Pad (while stocks last). Stand F01

Daylightman.com.au

Daylightman.com.au

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� Class timetables and workshop information

� Easy navigation – with ‘search’ function and popular links

� PLUS Any new information is automatically added, so you will never need to update the app, ever!

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR APP ON YOUR IPHONE: STEP 1: Go to the craftevents.com.au website and click The Stitches & Craft Show logo STEP 2: Click the link to download the app to your home screen and start planning for a great day out!

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR APP ON YOUR ANDROID PHONE: STEP 1: Go to the craftevents.com.au website and click The Stitches & Craft Show logo STEP 2: Click the bookmarks icon or access bookmarks in your browser settings STEP 3: Click ADD/EDIT bookmark (site information should autofill) and select SAVE or ADD BOOKMARK STEP 4: Return to your saved bookmarks and press and hold The Stitches & Craft Show icon. When menu appears, select ADD SHORTCUT TO HOME screen.

STEP 5: Close then look for icon on your home screen.

TAKE THE STITCHES & CRAFT SHOW WITH YOU WHEREVER YOU GO!

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