Make & Takes

Learn a new skill and take your work home with you in the daily Make & Take sessions!

Bookings required, book at the exhibitors stand when you arrive at the fair.

Make & Take Room 1

10:10am Daily

Tunisian Crochet with Anna Platt

Cost: $65

Book at stand A41

Half between knitting and crochet, learn the skill of tunisian crochet and start to make your scarf. Many different colours to choose from.

11:05am Daily

Paint Your Pre Stitched Mug Rug with Jodie Peel

Cost: $30

Book at stand A27

Join Jodie Peel for a bright and cheerful Make & Take session where you’ll paint your very own pre‑stitched mug rug (cup holder). The stitching is already done — you simply choose your favourite mug rug design and enjoy using our paints and brushes during the class to bring it to life. It’s quick, relaxing, beginner‑friendly, and perfect for kids or seasoned quilters wanting a creative breather. Price includes your choice of mug rug plus full use of paints and brushes, and you’ll walk away with a colourful, practical piece ready to take home and enjoy.

12noon Daily

Ostrich Egg, Rose Teapot with Helen Schweiger & Lorraine Bailey

Cost: $65

Book at stand GUILD A

In this workshop you will make an elegant teapot out of an ostrich egg. It includes a hand sculpted handle, spout and base matching the lovely natural colour of the ostrich eggshell. The teapot is decorated with a cross stitch rose and cream and gold embellishments. A unique, one of a kind piece!

12:55pm Daily

Folk Stitch Circles: A Glasses Case with Jennifer Moore

Cost: $22

Book at stand B25

Create a folk-inspired glasses case using wool circles, simple appliqué, and easy decorative stitches. This relaxed class explores playful layout, colour, and texture, resulting in a charming and practical finished piece.

1:50pm Daily

Amigurumi 101 with Lola Lovegrove

Cost from $23.95

Book at stand A41

Beginner-friendly amigurumi made simple and fun.

2:45pm Daily

Hitomezashi Pincushion by Andrea Taylor

Cost $25

Book at stand B19

Learn about Japenses Hitomezashi stitching technique using our exclusive Stitcher’s Dots fabric to make your own small pincushion

Make & Take Room 2

10:10am Daily

Create a Blanket Kitty Cat with Fiona Thomas

Cost $25

Book at stand B25

In this class create a one of a kind kitty out of reclaimed wool blanket. Use simple hand stitching to design your cat’s features. This is an easy class suitable for beginners kitty’s will vary in size, shape and colour making each one as individual as you!

11:05am Daily

Create a Beautiful Picture Frame with Jenny Aiken, Decoupage Guild Australia.

Cost $20

Book at stand GUILD J

Learn how to decorate a picture frame using paper images and take home your own work of art. Kits will also be available to for you to make a cuff bracelet – what a wonderful gift!

12noon Daily

Design and Craft 6 Unique Greeting Cards Using Vintage Reclaimed Textiles! with Fiona Thomas

Cost $20

Book at stand A14

Whether you want a full set of birthday cards, heartfelt thank-you, or a mix of holiday and special occasion designs.
 
This workshop lets you personalise your collection your way.
 
We’ll supply a beautiful variety of reclaimed fabric, card stock, and embellishments you bring your creativity.
 
Perfect for makers of all levels who love sustainable art and one-of a kind.

12:55pm Daily

Cross Stitch Ornament with Lisa Lane

Cost $15

Book at stand TY8

Create your own cross stitch ornament using local Australian supplies. From how to stitch to Fully finishing with the easiest technique ever. You will the inspiration to create many more as gifts or colour themed decorations.

2:15pm-3:45pm Daily

Decorate Fashion Themed Cupcakes with Cake Decorating Central

Cost $99

Book at stand CDSA4-6

Learn how to decorate six fabulous fashion-themed cupcakes using buttercream, fondant, and wafer paper.
 
Create stylish edible designs while mastering professional decorating techniques with Kylie and special guest Monica Cavallaro of Moreish Cakes.