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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.








Seminars

 

Craft experts from around Australia will be on hand at these FREE lecture-style workshops, where you can listen and learn. So come in, sit down and enjoy the opportunity to pick some great tips and techniques from our presenters.

 

  • No bookings are required.
  • All workshops are 30 minutes unless otherwise indicated.
  • Program applies daily at CraftExpo Townsville.

 

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10:30 AM Jelly Rolls Uncovered
Gai Taylor, Just Patchwork
Learn about the fabulous world of jelly rolls. See samples of quilts made from jelly rolls, as well as the latest books showing you how.
Stand F03.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:00 AM Stamping & Scrapbooking - A Perfect Combination
Sonya Edwards, Kaszazz
See a wide range of techniques using stamps, inks, paints and more to create stunning scrapbook pages and beyond-the-page projects.
Stand D14.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM Quick, Easy & Fun Applique
Bev Ross, Craft Cubby & Creative Applique
Applique The Craft Cubby way has never been easier - new ideas - it's quick - easy - fun. Free pattern for attending.
Stand A19.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:02 PM Template Magic
Margaret Kirkby, Logan's Patchwork
Ever looked at a quilt and thought it was beyond your capabilities? Discover Margaret's specifically designed templates, terrific technique tips, plus how to mix and match colour.
Stand B19.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM The Art of Reborning
Bev Graham, Beeanns Dolls & Reborn Nursery
Learn how to make a life-like baby doll from vinyl kit or doll.
Stand C05.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM Photo Preparation for Fabric Printing
Elwin Taylor, Just Patchwork
Learn some tips and techniques for preparing your photos to print on fabric. Improve the images and create special effects.
Stand F03.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM Creative Card Making
Anne Darragh, Papercrafts Mailbox
Explore some of the latest card making techniques in this interesting and inspiring workshop.
Stand D04.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:00 PM One Fabric Magic
Margaret Kirkby, Logan's Patchwork
Discover the secret of making a stunning quilt using just one fabric. Margaret will walk you through simple step by step techniques plus share her method for easy mitred borders and bindings.
Stand B19.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 1 hour Introduction to Silk Ribbon Embroidery
Helen Dafter, Helen Dafter Embroidery & Design
Learn all the basics from one of the world’s leading silk ribbon embroiderers. A simple, clear explanation of this fascinating needle art.
Stand G02.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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10:30 AM Using Genesis Creations Paints
Lissa Everest
See the huge range of possibilities with these fully washable, non-toxic and Australian made paints - for silk and fabric painting, colouring and designing fabrics, plus lots of other crafts.
Stand G03.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:00 AM Beading for Needleworkers
Kerry Dove, Bead Shack
Learn how to construct a beautiful flower garden on a bracelet using needle and thread and flower beads.
Stand C19.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM Quick and Easy Cards
Lesley Ballantine, Paper Dazee
See the latest punches, stickers, papers and tools to create stunning cards.
Stand E05.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:30 PM Techniques, Textures & Tucks
Catharina Sudholz, Catharina’s Country Collection
Learn to use tools and techniques to create several different and unusual fabric textures, then blend to create unique patchwork masterpieces.
Stand E10.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:30 PM Jelly Roll Quilts
Trish Griffith-Williams, Quilters Stash
What to do with these rolls of fabric? Come and see, patterns and templates free.
Stand D10.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:00 PM Quick & Easy Hand-Dyeing Using Ozecraft Dyes
Joy White, Starr Laces & Ribbons
Joy will show you basic steps on how to dye laces, buttons, beads and more. Cost efficient, simple and fun!
Stand B17.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 1 hour The Latest 'Must Haves' in Quilting
Elizabeth Wallace, Aussie Patches
Elizabeth will demonstrate the latest gadgets and 'must haves' to create your next project with ease.
Stand B04.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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10:30 AM 1 hour Beautiful Vintage BOM & Machine Embroidery
Kay Beven, Kay's Fabrics Cairns
Kay shares her computerised machine embroidery and applique experience. Also Vintage Elegance BOM, jelly rolls and layer cakes, bejeweller and hot-fix crystals. FREE sample bag for all attendees.
Stand E06.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
11:30 AM Photos on Fabric for Dummies
Kathleen Stone, Australian Country Quilts
Fabric feeds through any printer just like paper… amazing! It's exciting to see what YOU can accomplish. No experience required. Its sooo easy!
Stand E13.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
12:02 PM 1 hour Your Creative Knit & Crochet Questions Answered
Prudence Mapstone
Everything you always wanted to know about freeform knitting and crochet, but never had the chance to ask.
Stand D17.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
01:00 PM 1 hour Quilt-As-You-Go Candlewicking Quilts
Margaret Upston, Margaret's Fabrics
Learn about this wonderful, easy form of embroidery. Ideas and hints to make your embroidery effortless. Margaret will show you how you can turn your candlewicking into an easy Quilt-As-You-Go project. Free handout supplied.
Stand A23.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:00 PM Memory Quilts for Dummies
Kathleen Stone, Australian Country Quilts
Don’t miss these easy tricks to make memory quilts without piecing blocks.
Stand E13.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
02:30 PM 1 hour Machine Embroidery Made Simple
Denise May, Early May Enterprises
Discover simple designs to encourage children in the use of machine embroideries. Find out how to get the most out of EME machine embroideries plus lots of tips and easy techniques.
Stand E18.
Thu  Fri  Sat  Sun 
 
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