Newcastle Stitches & Craft Show Preview

show preview August 17 – 20, 2017

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Welcome

Things You Need To Know August 17 – 20, 2017 Thursday to Sunday Open 10am to 4pm daily Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Showground, Brown Road, Broadmeadow.

MORE INFORMATION Phone: 02 9452 7575 Email: craft@expertiseevents.com.au Website: craftevents.com.au

We’re pleased to be returning to Newcastle again this year. We have a lovely lineup of displays (local and international) plus a workshop and class program so you can learn something new and try some of the hot new crafts trending.

A LIVE show is a special event and we only come to Newcastle once a year. There are so many reasons to come along:

TICKETS: Adults: $17 at the door; $15* online Seniors Card Holders: $16 at the door; $14* online Age & Disability Pensioners: $15 at the door; $13* online Children 5-16 years (under 5 years free): $10 at the door; $9* online *Booking fee for online tickets: $1 + 1% of the ticket price per ticket.

Find your tribe and spend a day surrounded by things you love Buy direct from specialty suppliers who design their own products and support the small businesses!

You’ll pick up clever ideas, tips and learn new techniques.

See amazing displays and get loads of inspiration to make gorgeous things for your family and home.

See you there!

BUY 10 TICKETS FOR YOUR GROUP AND SAVE! For group ticket info and multi day tickets, turn to page 22.

Cover images: Chunky crochet

basket by Núria Mestres

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Stitches & Craft Show Preview Vol. 1 Issue 1 is is published by the organisers of your favourite craft events – Craft & Quilt Fair, The Stitches & Craft Show, Australasian Quilt Convention and the Scrapbook & Papercraft Expo. 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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Contemporary Crochet

Guest Artist

Crochet, macramé and weaving are all passions of contemporary craft designer Núria Mestres but it is large-scale crochet that really has her hooked.

Núria taught herself to crochet when her children were young and was drawn to thick chunky yarns and super-size hooks which gave a quick result. Crochet baskets, bags and rugs, and macramé hangings are all easy to create using these wonderful yarns and the finished products make cool contemporary homewares.

At the show, Núria will demonstrate techniques and have a display of cool things to make for your home.

When Núria became interested in this form of crochet, she discovered that there was a lack of suitable yarn and rope products available in Australia. This led to sourcing ethically produced supplies from her home country Spain, and now Núria has a growing online business, selling linen twine, ropes for macramé and chunky yarns for crochet to customers around Australia and as far afield as New York.

Learn to make chunky crochet baskets in a Studio class on Friday morning with Núria. See page 12 August 17- 20, 2017 3

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From Paper Play to Textile Art Presented by Four X Four, an exhibition of textile art will be on display with the collages which were used as the original design concepts.

This new exhibition, Collage to Stitch, is the work of four South Australian textile artists and is the culmination of one years’ exploration of collage as a tool for developing ideas, originating from a workshop with textile artist Carolyn Sullivan. The themes chosen and the approaches taken reflect personal passions and generally revolve around nature. Flowers, trees and gardens were frequent topics for reflection by artists Maxine Fry, Ruth Galpin, Suzanne Gummow and Sandra Obst.

See the collages and the developing textile designs along with the final textile artworks. Meet Sandra at the show.

Three Steps To Textile Art

Collage to Stitch exhibition presented by Four x Four.

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My Corner of the World

An international exhibition of textile art

My Corner of the World invited the artist to examine a world, real or imagined, that represented what is important in life.

It might be where the artist resides, works, or grew up. It might be a favorite place from any point in life or a special internal place. My Corner of the World looks at the big picture including, but not limited to a homeland, ancestry or culture. My Corner of the World is a Studio Art Quilt Associates exhibition currently on tour around the world.

Clockwise from top left: Summer Idyll, Waterlily Bay by Millie Cumming, Canada; Timeless Beauty by Lynette Anderson, USA; West Toward Home – Bright Spirit by Ellie R Krenek, USA; Blue Chair in Library with a Candlestick by Laura Wasilowski, USA; Evening in Steel Valley by Martha Ressler, USA; SPP12 by Karen Schulz, USA

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DIY Weddings, Celebrations & Parties

HAVE YOU GOT A SPECIAL CELEBRATION COMING UP THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADD A UNIQUE OR CUSTOMISED LOOK AND FEEL TO?

The NEW DIY Weddings, Celebrations and Parties area is perfect for you. See how to make beautiful gowns, plus personalised invitations and place cards using the ScanNCut. Then get the party really started with bespoke centrepieces, favours, and decorations.With inspiring displays and demonstrations of new products and techniques, you are sure to discover something exciting for your next event. Demonstrations will be held at 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

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Novocastrian Quilters MEET YOUR LOCAL QUILT GROUP Enjoy a display of work by local patchworkers from the Novocastrian Quilters. The group was established in 1984 and remains an association that brings together people with an interest in patchwork and quilting.

The Novocastrian Quilters hold an exhibition every second year with the next one happening in November 2018. At group meetings members enjoy their stitching in a social setting where information, hints and tips are shared and a ‘show and tell’ session is encouraged. Workshops are conducted by local and visiting tutors.

Find out more at the show.

Quilt Raffle: This lovely Jewel of the Night design by Kerry Swain was made by members and beautifully quilted by Cathy of Lake Edge Quilting. Buy a ticket at the show; proceeds will go to Delta Therapy Dogs, and you could be the lucky winner.

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The icing on the cake New for 2017: Join us for cake decorating demonstrations with master cake decorator Michelle from Cake Craze.

Michelle has perfected her craft over many years making and decorating cakes for family and friends. In 2011 Michelle completed her Masters in Cake Decorating and Cake Craze was born. Michelle has been recognised by industry as being as being an expert in her field and bakes for various occasions and in particular, weddings.

Michelle will be demonstrating cake decorating techniques and tricks at 11am and 1pm daily, at the Sweet Ideas area of the show.

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Create with Textiles

Explore original designs with this creative local group The NCEATA group members enjoy exploring textile art techniques and create original pieces using felting, sewing, stitch, embroidery and any other methods to a creative end.

At the show, they’ll be making and embellishing fabric leaves and decorating a branch – join them and try it yourself.

See examples of the work they do, talk to them about their activities, and have a go at the hand cranked sewing machine they will have on the stand.

STITCHED UP

– Newcastle Industrial School 1867-71 It is 150 years since the opening of the Newcastle Industrial School which was established in response to the passing of the NSW Act for the Relief of Destitute Children.

Don’t miss the textile art works on exhibition at the fair, created by Wilma Simmons and Anne Kempton of Timeless Textiles. The exhibition is a community art project interpreting the lives of 193 girls who were at The Newcastle Industrial School from 1867 to 1871.

In the display, there will be stick dolls by Wilma; she created one for each of the 193 girls.

Seven volumes of a stitched book will chronicle the lives of 193 female inmates. Don’t miss this moving display.

Celebrating May Gibbs

100 years ago, the first series of the much-loved books by May Gibbs featuring Gumnut Babies were published. Gumnut Dollies Newcastle, a local group of doll makers is celebrating the anniversary with a challenge to their members titled ‘Inspired by May Gibbs’.

On display at the show, will be creations by members using the May Gibbs stories as inspiration.

Gumnut Dollies Newcastle is a group of creative doll makers, who use a variety of different media. They warmly welcome new members and visitors. Their dolls range from the naive to sculpted art dolls created with cloth, clay, found objects and much more. Find out more at the show, on Stand G in the guild area.

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Meet the Moderns

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Don’t miss these great specials at the show!

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1. Monica Poole Designs, Stand D06. Elka the Elephant is majestic, magical and mesmerizing – a fun appliqué design by Alaura Poole of Monica Poole Designs. 2. Bears by Annie, Stand A10. Latest design, ‘Dimity’ a 19 cm (sitting) kitten. Patterns, kits and readymade available. 3. Flip la K, Stand A33. Fiskars Circle Cutter... perfect circles for piecing, appliqué, Drunkards Path, Wedding Ring quilts... it’s circalicious! 4. Studio Mio, Stand B04. The Frame Case. The frame opens wide and stays up for easy access so you can see everything in the case. A perfect case for organising your items. Kits available in several fabric designs. Size approx. 20cm x 13cm x 6cm. 5. Monica Poole Designs, Stand D06.

New bag pattern from Monica Poole, the Sydney Satchel is timeless, smart and practical. 6. Ceebee Quilts, Stand B42. If you’d like your sewing room to be less chaotic and your bobbins beautiful behaved, then the bobbin Huggee is the answer to your prayers. Just slip them onto your bobbins and no more mess. Australian owned and made. 7. Studio Mio, Stand B04. Book Binding Kit. Classic craft using a modern method. The high quality materials and clear and simple instructions in this kit make it easy to construct a beautiful book with a professional bound finish. Decorate the cover and add a book mark to make your own unique creation. Three books per kit. Suitable ages 6 to adult. 8. World Of Lace, Stand A05. New! Soap sachet kit. Makes 10, comes in five colours.

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9. Husqvarna Viking, Stand B14. The Opal 690Q with its new technology and loads of built in assistance delivers the best results every time! Come and see for yourself! 10.

ScrapBoutique, Stand C04. New season MAMBI happy planners. 11. Flip la K, Stand A33. Make this awesome quilt top with our new Flip-n Swirley Template! 12. Blue Willow Cottage, Stand B05. Gorgeous Girls buttons are handmade wooden buttons perfect for patchwork or scrapbooking. 13. Daylightman, Stand A06. DuoLamp Floor Lamp by Daylight – two heads on the lamp can be used together or opened until they are one long lamp head giving maximum illumination width exactly where you need it. 56 high quality bright LEDs provide accurate colour matching and can be dimmed with four brightness levels. 14. Craft Cubby, Stand A17. Applifix fusible webbing is great for all appliqué projects, find out about the great show specials at the stand. 15. Fabric Care Company, Stand C13. Avoid fusible webbing or glue on the face of your iron by using the easy clean Iron Guard. Now available for your Mini Iron and Standard Iron, the iron guard is 100% non-stick while using the highest heat setting for all fabrics. 16. Prudence Mapstone, Stand A40. A newly designed crochet rug in a cozy blend of alpaca, wool and possum fibre, available in kit form in two sizes. 17. Scissorman, Stand A06. Bargain Bunch – Pack of six Perfect Point scissors, 3 x 3.25 inch and 3 x 4 inch, and an OLFA brand snap-off craft knife made in Japan. 18. Pfaff, Stand C40. The Ambition 2 provides a new level of sewing comfort and perfection for you! For a demonstration see us at the stand. 19. My Little Bead Shop, Stand A16. See chunky style beads at My Little Bead Shop.

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Studio Workshops Join us for these special workshops taught by the expert guest tutors. Each one will run on one day only at the show. Book your place now as places are limited.

Friday

CROCHET

Saturday

KOKEDAMA

An opportunity to learn in a hands-on crochet class with our guest artist Crochet Chunky Fabric Basket with Núria Mestres Friday, August 18: 10.15am to 12.45pm: (2.5 hour class) Join Núria and learn to make fabulous decorative homewares using large-scale crochet.

Create and take home a cool crochet basket in chunky yarn.

You will learn basic crochet stitches and use Trap-Art yarn which is imported from Europe.

Workshop includes: One ball of Trap-Art yarn, one wooden hook, the pattern and the tuition.

This class is suitable for students of any age.

Skill level: beginner, but basic crochet knowledge helpful.

Class cost: $100 per student.

Book at www.craftevents.com.au Núria Mestres is our guest artist and is at the show to share her love of crochet, macramé and weaving. Read more on page 3.

Join us for some creative fun floral projects Kokedama with Kim from Flowers with Lorey Saturday, August 19: 10.15am to 11.45am Kokedama is Japanese for ‘moss ball’ and is the latest trend in floral art.

Create and take home your very own Kokedama, aka fresh moss living plant in this one-off workshop.

You will learn the technique to create your Kokedama using a variety of different living suitable plants.

Kim will also educate attendees on the history behind the Kokedama.

Workshop includes: Fresh plants, sphagnum moss, twine, potting soil and hanging twine. This class is suitable for students of any age – no experience necessary.

Bring: (optional) apron, gloves, hand towel.

Class cost: $75 per student.

Book at www.craftevents.com.au

Saturday

TERRARIUM WORKSHOP

Terrarium Workshop with Kim from Flowers with Lorey Saturday, August 19: 1pm to 2.30pm Terrarium is a sealable glass container containing soil and plants which can be opened for maintenance to access the plants inside. Bring the garden indoors with this lovely decorative indoor feature.

Create and take home your own living terrarium in this hands-on one-off class. Using fresh living plants and succulents learn the tips and techniques to create and maintain a thriving living terrarium.

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Workshop includes: All plants, materials, glass terrarium, stones, soils and embellishments. This class is suitable for students of any age – no experience is necessary.

Bring: (optional) apron, gloves, hand towel.

Class cost: $75 per student.

Book at www.craftevents.com.au

Sunday

FASHION WORKSHOPS

Fashion workshops on Sunday only. Perfect for anyone with an interest in fashion, sewing or textiles and design.

Jersey Twist Patterns With Anita Faro of Studio Faro Sunday, August 20: 10am to 12.30pm Using the Studio Faro Basic Knit block, students will learn the pattern manipulation necessary to make a Jersey Twist Top pattern. You will be introduced to Anita’s Knit Block for industry and use it to cut a pattern. Learnings will include: cut a Jersey Twist pattern from an industry ready knit block.

Learn how to locate the twist feature in your pattern block; calculate the amount of extra fabric required in twist drapes to suit your personal fit; learn the most appropriate seam allowances for stretch sewing and finishing techniques. You will receive a comprehensive materials and suppliers listing featuring Anita’s favourite sources.

The Studio Faro Kit will contain: A copy of the Studio Faro Knit Block with Sleeve; specialist patternmaking paper; a detailed worksheet with pattern making instructions for the Jersey Twist top and two other twist designs; a list of local suppliers for materials and trims.

What to bring: Sharp pencils (HB) or mechanical propelling pencil, eraser, glue stick, paper scissors, your best ruler or any favourite pattern making equipment.

This class is suitable for students that have used commercial patterns and have basic sewing skills. Class cost: $60.

Book at www.craftevents.com.au

Sunday

FASHION ILLUSTRATION

Fashion Illustration With Anita Faro of Studio Faro Sunday, August 20: 1pm to 3.30pm Build the tools and skills required to produce industry quality fashion illustrations. Fashion templates are provided for students to practice sketching and rendering colour and texture in a supportive environment. There are demonstrations and practice sessions in the use of different colour and media to create depth, movement and print effects in the illustration. And finally, demonstrations of simple presentation techniques to achieve a professional look in your fashion portfolio.

Studio Faro provides all the art materials for this exciting workshop: see the website for details. This workshop is suitable for students of all skill levels. Class cost: $60.

Book at www.craftevents.com.au Studio Faro classes may qualify as Teacher Directed Professional Development with the following BOSTES (2015) Teaching Standards: see the website for details.

Studio Faro is a commercial and educational workspace, run by Anita McAdam, specialising in fashion design and pattern making.

Anita has been active in the fashion industry for more than 30 years as a fashion designer, pattern maker, educator and trend forecaster.

Flowers by Lorey was created by Lorey Thomas in 2006. Lorey began her floral journey learning her trade, tips and techniques from some of the Hunter’s finest floral stylists. They’re bringing their special skills to the show and you can learn from the best!

This Studio Class may qualify as Teacher Directed Professional Development with the following BOSTES (2015) Teaching Standards: see the website for details.

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Make and Takes Plan your day ★ New Make & Take Class ♥ Perfect for beginners.

Get expert instruction for the small cost of a kit in these one-hour daily sessions!

 12noon ★ ♥ Sashiko Brooch. Jane MacDonald, M BeBe Bold – Japanese Textiles & Craft. Learn how easy and effective TA K Hitomezashi (one stitch) sashiko is to do while making this delightful brooch. Kit cost $20.

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 1pm ★ ♥ Oxide Inks. Jo Collingwood, Kaszazz. Make three gorgeous cards using the latest in distress oxide inks. Kit cost $15.

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Prudence TA K Mapstone.

Crochet a quick and easy multi-layer spiral pendant. Lots of colour choices.

Kit includes yarn, hook, pattern and choker cord. Kit cost $25. Book at Stand A40.

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 2pm ★ ♥ The Timeless Handmade Book. Mio Fujita, Studio Mio. Handmade with love! Create this wonderful little book complete with an authentic binding and covered with beautiful Japanese yarn dyed fabric. We will also be making the twisted thread book mark.

16 pages of high quality paper included. Size: 9.5cm x 10.5 x 0.9cm.

Kit cost $20. Book at Stand B04.

 2.30 – 3.15pm ★ ♥ Cakes and Cookies presented by Michelle from Cake Craze. Different classes each day – book at the Sweet Ideas area. All classes cost $25.

Limited places available.  Thursday - Henna Piped Cookies.★ ♥ Create two cookies with a fondant finish and pipe two creative henna designs on them with royal icing. Bought to you

by Cake Craze.  Friday - Quilted Rose Cupcakes. ★ ♥ Create two cupcakes with a fondant finish and use a quilting technique to decorate them, then add a rolled rose on top to complete your decoration.

Bought to you by Cake Craze.  Saturday - Chalkboard Cookies. ★ ♥ Create two cookies with a black fondant finish and hand paint two unique designs with edible paint to create your chalkboard cookies. Bought to you by Cake Craze.  Sunday - Wonderland Cupcakes. ★ ♥ In this fun and whimsical class you will create two Wonderland-themed cupcakes with bright Fondtastic fondant, including elements like toadstools, and dessert items from the Mad Hatter’s tea party. Bought to you

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Children seven years and over are able to participate, but must be accompanied by an adult to help and supervise if they are under 12 years of age.

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Arnold’s Scrapbook & Craft Supplies Pop into Arnold’s Scrapbook & Craft Supplies, Stand A02 at any time during the show and make this cute Christmas card. Everything will be supplied for you to complete your card.

Cost $5.

Kaszazz Join Jo Collingwood at Kaszazz, Stand B10, for a free Make & Take and demonstrations throughout the day. Jo will be demonstrating Tim Holtz distress oxide inks – backgrounds and stamping techniques, Precision Press stamping techniques and Kaszazz Ezy press with new Christmas dies and metallic foil paper.

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A dream to use, the DreamWeaver VQ3000 offers an extra large 11.25" needle to arm workspace plus some of the most visionary features ever offered.

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Multi-function Foot Controller $349 VALUE

Get more from your machine Hot foot it to the stand to see a variety of feet for your machine in action.

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Driving Change for Aussie kids

Help us help them

The Craft for Kids Foundation has invited Car 85 to the show this year, in support of Variety – the Children’s Charity of Australia. The charity aims to assist a diverse range of children who are sick, disadvantaged, or who have special needs. Car 85 competed in the fundraising rally; the Variety NSW Bash, to help raise funds for the charity. The car was themed ‘Art & Craft’ and named Mister Maker.

On Saturday and Sunday the Car 85 team will be hosting fun activities for the kids, taking donations, selling raffle tickets and selling gifts.

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Textiles & Design Display View this inspiring display of work by local students, showcasing the amazing talent developing in the next generation of designers.

Anyone with an interest in dressmaking will enjoy seeing this display and students of Textiles & Design can pick up valuable tips and ideas.

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START YOUR ENGINES!

JOIN THE BROTHER RACING TEAM AT THE SHOW AND YOU COULD WIN A NEW BROTHER NV1800Q SEWING MACHINE Simply visit the Brother stand at the show, register, then ‘race’ your way around a specially prepared piece of fabric using the Brother NV1800Q sewing machine, which has an amazing pivot function so you can race faster! There will be four timed competitions daily, and the person with the fastest time each day will go in the draw to win a Brother NV1800Q sewing machine at the end of the show, valued at $1799 RRP!

The Brother Racing Team times are: 11am, 12noon, 1pm and 2pm daily.

Visit the Brother Stand A48 at the show, for more information.

Limited spots available.

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Gift Shop The Gift Shop is located at the entrance at the Help Desk. Grab a souvenir for yourself or a gift for a crafty friend!

Handy Rotary Cutter USB Only $16 – stores 4GB

Add Your Own Touch!

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR CREATIVE IDEAS AND WAYS TO STYLE YOUR HOME WHILE ADDING YOUR OWN PERSONAL TOUCH?

Head over to At Home with Janome and discover the collection of soft furnishings that you can make yourself.

Be inspired by a selection of projects on display and watch the embroidery, quilting, felting and overlocking machines in action as the Janome staff create delectable quilts, cushions, lampshades, rugs, clothes, scarves and more.

Orange bag $15 $15 Orange Intocraft Intocraft bag

Multitool Multitool $15 $15

Chalkboard mugs $10 each

Super-sized Super-sized Inspiration Inspiration Umbrella Umbrella $20

Collapsible Collapsible drink drink bottle bottle $7 $7

How-to technique demonstrations are FREE and run every 30 minutes throughout the day.

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Just $9.95 at the Show Gift Shop

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Get beading!

Join Gail Lawrence from My Little Bead Shop, Stand A16 in this fun make and take class. Classes suitable for all skill levels.

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Make. bag $15

10.30am and 2.45pm: Beaded Scarf

Crafty Crafty pouches pouches $9 $9 each each

Learn the technique for making a beaded scarf necklace with interchangeable parts. Lots of colours to choose from.

Cost $25.

Class duration 60 mins.

Memento Stitches Stitches & Craft Craft Handy tote bag $5

Car Car Stickers Stickers $5 each

Crafty Crafty handbag hook hook $5 $5

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1pm: Embellished Scarf

Bag holders Three for $1

Learn the technique for turning a plain scarf into a classy embellished scarf. Lots of colours to choose from.

Cost $29.

Class duration 60 mins.

Plan your day ★ New Workshop ♥ Perfect for beginners.

No bookings required. Program applies daily at the fair.

These FREE workshops are approximately 30 minutes unless indicated.

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 11:30 ★ ♥ Upcycle and Recycle. Gail Lawrence, My Little Bead Shop, Stand A16.

Come along and see some new ways to tie and wear your scarves. Learn how to upcycle your old scarves into scarf jewellery.

 12:30 ★ ♥ The latest tips to making beautiful handmade cards.

Debra Van Der Meulen, Cardmaking.net, Stand C14. Discover the latest hints and tips to making your handmade cards a piece of art to treasure forever.  1:30 ★ ♥ What’s Flipp-n New. Brenda Burgess, Flip la K, Stand A33. Take a sensational journey of step-by-step flip-n with unique Flip la K templates and a show and tell of fabulously sensational quilts and table runners.

PLUS! Debra Van Der Meulen and Lynne Lee from Cardmaking.net will hold free demonstrations on their stand each day of the fair.

Visit them at Stand C14.

Woodworkers Live!

Come and see the Western Sydney Woodturners Association Inc in action. There will be lathes and other tools being worked. The ‘woodies’ will demonstrate wood turning, making bowls, platters, pens and many other items.

Buy a gorgeous timber gift, learn about lathe and other timber work, or just watch the creative fun.

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 11am ★ ♥ Kaszazz Showcase. Jo Collingwood, Kaszazz, Stand B10. A presentation showing the benefits of Kaszazz for customers and new consultants.

 11:30am ♥ Quilt As You Go, Reversible Scrap Quilts. Monica Poole, Monica Poole Designs, Stand D06. Get your stash out and turn it into fun, reversible ‘quilt as you go’ quilts. learn how quick and easy it is.

Plus a trunk show of new and favourite designs. Learn Monica’s favourite methods that will change the way you make quilts.

 12noon ★ ♥ Adding Colour to Your Projects. Doug and Dina Boyling, Catchy Crafts, Stand C30. Come and learn how to colour your projects. Doug will cover as many of the colouring techniques as he can.

See how to get the most out of your pencils, watercolours, crayons and markers.

 1:00pm ♥ Make Your Own Handbags. Monica Poole, Monica Poole Designs, Stand D06. Get great tips and advice on how to make your own professional looking fabric handbags; aspects of bag making from fabric, interfacing, closures, hardware and tools. Plus, how to add leather trims to your bags to give the wow factor!

 2pm ★ ♥ Latest Gizmos and Gadgets in Papercrafting. Doug and Dina Boyling, Catchy Crafts, Stand C30. There are always a lot of new papercraft products on the market. Doug will introduce you to the latest and also give you tips on how to get the most of the ones you already have.

Free Demonstrations Brother ScanNCut

Perfect for many different crafts!

If you were excited about ScanNCut before, you will definitely be amazed by it now. Learn tips and tricks of the new versatile ScanNCut CM900 with our fun daily demonstrations.

Demonstrations are free – just come down to the Brother ScanNCut stand A48, and check out this amazing machine in action!

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Come and see the unique Designer EPICTM top of it’s class at our stand #B14 and be amazed with it’s incredible features.

BONUS Endless Hoop valued at $294 with the purchase of a Designer EPIC!

Total savings bonus approx $2,800

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Show Special RRP $10,599

Special $5,999

This sewing and embroidery machine offers a range of impressive features and creative possibilities, as well as an incredible diversity of designs.

Come and visit at our stand C40 for fantastic show specials!

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Your Passport to a spending spree!

Collect your passport as you enter the show this year and follow the instructions. Stamp your passport with the four stamps required, located at points around the show and put your completed entry in the Passport barrel. Our daily winner will be drawn at 2pm so stick around to see if you are the lucky winner! Win the daily draw for $500 in shopping vouchers.

Your Passport to the Show

Complete the back of your passport with all four stamps, then enter your completed passport in the Passport barrel for your chance to win a $500 daily spending spree.

Move through the show and get your stamps as you go. When your passport has all four stamps and your contact details, drop it into the Passport barrel to enter.

The daily prize winner will be drawn at 2pm each afternoon of the show.

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*Terms and Conditions apply

• W innings are to be spent at Newcastle Stitches & Craft, and become void at 4.00pm Sunday August 20, 2017.

• Prize won will be issued in show vouchers to be spent at any of the vendors at the show.

• Show vouchers are provided in $50 increments and no change can be issued for purchases using the vouchers.

• Spending vouchers are for new sales only and cannot be redeemed for a refund on prior show purchases or other offers.

HOP ON THE STITCHES BUS!

$2000 in shopping vouchers to be won

Shopping Vouchers Cut out these vouchers and bring them with you to the fair for GREAT savings!

The vouchers must be presented at the time of purchase.

45mm Replacement Blade Present this voucher to receive a set of 7 tungsten alloy steel replacement 45mm cutter blades for only $19.95 per set. Limit 3 per customer (while stocks last).

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It’s easier than driving and you’ll meet new friends who share your passion!

Call to secure your seat today: Busy Bus Tours from Laurieton Contact: Michael & Linda Eyles Email: info@busybustours.com.au Website: www.busybustours.com.au Phone: 02 6559 9864 and 0412 417 735 Day of Trips: Thursday 17, Friday 18, and Saturday August 19, 2017.

Pick Up Details: Please contact Busy Bus. Cost: $45 per person (show entry included).

More coach groups will be posted on the show website at

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Sew Much Brighter!

Present this voucher to receive a Daylight Ultra Bright LED Sewing Machine Lamp that runs on mains power for only $39.95, regular price $69.95. Limit of 3 per customer (while stocks last).

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Scissorman Bargain Bunch Present this voucher to receive a set of six Perfect Point scissors and an OLFA brand snap-off craft knife made in Japan for only $20, retail value $40. Limit of three per customer (while stocks last).

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GROUP TICKETS

Book online, download a booking form at www.craftevents. com.au or contact us on 02 9452 7575

Group Adult ticket: $13* (minimum purchase is 10 group adult tickets, must be pre-purchased before Friday August 11. This offer is not valid for door sales.)

SCHOOL GROUPS:

Organise a group trip to the show. You’ll save on your ticket price and have more fun!

Book online with Ticket Booth or by phone with Expertise Events, www.craftevents.com.au or call: 02 9452 7575.

*Booking fee applies for online purchases: $1.00 + 1% of the ticket price per ticket. Please note: All tickets are non-refundable.

Teachers and Students Group ticket: $8* (available for pre-purchase only before Friday August 11, minimum purchase is 10 Teacher/Student tickets).

Benefits of Group Bookings: When you come as a group we include: • Free cloakroom service for one item per person • Avoid the queuing to buy tickets • Come on any one day of the show • Buy 20 adult tickets – get one free • Collect your personal reward! If you organise a group of 25 or more and buy Adult Group tickets, you’ll receive a JAG watch valued at $159 – just for you!

Shopping Vouchers

Cut out these vouchers and bring them with you to the fair for GREAT savings!

The vouchers must be presented at the time of purchase.

Scissorman.com.au Redeemable at the Newcastle Stitches & Craft Thursday to Sunday August 17 – 20, 2017

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The Craft for Kids Foundation was established for the collection and distribution of craft supplies, to give to charities for children in their care to use in craft activities.

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Craft allows children to explore their creativity and is pure expression through their eyes with no rules or boundaries. The materials they work with are tactile, colourful and varied and provide children of all capacities to explore, with the satisfaction of making something as a gift or to keep.

Redeemable at the Newcastle Stitches & Craft Thursday to Sunday August 17 – 20, 2017

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Craft for Kids Foundation will donate craft supplies to charities that care for Australian children who are physically, emotionally, financially or geographically disadvantaged.

You are invited to bring in your unwanted craft supplies and place them in the special Craft for Kids Foundation area at the fair. Your donation will be stored in Expertise Events’ warehouse then delivered to charities.

Craft items you can donate include yarn, fabric, paper, lace, braid, craft tools, glue and embellishments.

Items that won’t be accepted include: money, unfinished projects, knitting needles, crochet hooks or pattern books.

Redeemable at the Newcastle Stitches & Craft Thursday to Sunday August 17 – 20, 2017

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YOU COULD WIN!

Great lucky door prizes to win

1st prize - A SPECIAL

EDITION HORIZON MEMORY CRAFT 8200QCP SEWING MACHINE BY JANOME This model not only gives you a valuable quilting and sewing machine; it’s also bigger and bolder than a standard sewing machine.

Valued at $2,999

3rd prize -

GINGHER ‘ROBERTA’ SCISSORS FROM SCISSORMAN

Valued at $149.95 – these beautifully crafted and collectable scissors reflect a blossom-filled blue sky, these superb scissors are a delight to use.

4th prize -

DUOLAMP FLOOR LAMP

2nd prize - $800

WORTH OF HORN SEWING AND CRAFT ROOM FURNITURE

Prize may include pieces from the new Horn Modular range – six different ready-to assemle pieces to choose from. (Pictured: Six units valued between $349 and $649 each)

Two heads on the lamp can be used together side by side or opened until they are one long lamp head, giving maximum illumination width exactly where you need it. Valued at $129.95.

To enter, complete the competition entry form upon entry to the show. The winners will be drawn at the end of the last day of the event and the winners will be notified by the following week. For full terms and conditions of entry and prize details visit www.craftevents.com.au. Online ticket buyers will be automatically entered into the draw – no form to fill in. For more information please contact Expertise Events on 02 9452 7575 or email craft@ expertiseevents.com.au. Authorised under NSW Permit Number: LTPS/17/16459.

Daily prize giveaways!

YOU COULD WIN! Be part of our Happy Hour Daily Draw at 3pm! At 1pm each day, we’ll give out tickets for Happy Hour. Grab a ticket, then be there at 3pm for the draw – you could win!

On Saturday only Horn gas lift sewing chair valued at $199

PLUS PRIZES FROM Connie’s Fabrics

Craft Cubby will give away two packets of Applifix (16 sheets each) valued at $44

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Latest Gizmos and Gadgets in Papercrafting Catchy Crafts

Make Your Own Handbags Monica Poole Designs

Cake Craze 2.30 – 3.15pm

Oxide Inks Kaszazz

The Timeless Handmade Book Studio Mio

Sashiko Brooch.

BeBe Bold – Japanese Textiles & Craft

Start Your Engines!

Start Your Engines!

Start Your Engines!

Start Your Engines!

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Brother Racing Team Hands On

DIY Demos

DIY Demos

DIY Demos

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DIY Weddings Celebrations & Parties Listen & Learn

Daily Free Demos

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See page 18 Free Make & Take all day

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Kaszazz Hands On

All day machine embroidery class with EME Floriani.

For more details visit the website: www.stitchesandcraft.com.au/Newcastle and select EME Embroidery Party under the Workshops & Classes tab. Thursday only. Spaces limited.

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Cake Decorating

Cake Decorating

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Brother Cake Craze ScanNCut Demos – Sweet Cardmaking.net Inspiration Ideas Stand Listen & Learn Sessions Listen & Learn Listen & Learn

2.45pm – 3.45pm Beaded Scarf

Embellished Scarf

Beaded Scarf

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Pop-Up Class: My Little Bead Shop Hands On

Free Demos every 30 minutes

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At Home with Janome

10.15am – 12.45pm Crochet Fabric Basket with Nuria Mestres

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Studio Class Friday Hands On

1pm – 2.30pm Terrariums with Flowers

by Lorey

10.15am – 11.45 am Kokedama with Flowers

by Lorey

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Studio Class Saturday Hands On

1pm – 3.30pm Fashion Illustration with Studio Faro

10am – 12.30pm Jersey Twist Pattern Making with Studio Faro

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Studio Class Sunday Hands On

Classes run daily at the show

PLUS! Happy Hour at 3pm daily • At 1pm each day, we’ll give out tickets for Happy Hour. Grab a ticket, then be there at 3pm for the draw – you could win!

What's Flipp-n New Flip la K

The latest tips to making beautiful handmade cards Cardmaking.net

Adding Colour to Your Projects Catchy Crafts

Make & Take 2 Hands On

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Make & Take 1 Hands On

Crochet a Pendant Prudence Quilt As You Upcycle and Mapstone Go, Reversible Recycle Scrap Quilts My Little Bead Monica Poole Shop Designs

Kaszazz Showcase Kaszazz

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