The 2010 Gympie Rotary Quilt and Craft Spectacular invites you come along and enjoy this year's event:
J inspirational quilts and patchworks, an array of handcrafts and artworks by artisans and more
J upmarket specialist workshops in a variety handcrafts, conducted by leading tutors
J a multitude of exhibits and crafters markets with the latest innovations and bargains galore
J non-stop free demos that will satisfy craftspeople of all levels.... read on!
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a
major event 2010
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Please
join us at this great event, and immerse yourself in a spectacular showcase
of quilting, patchworking, beadwork, scrapbooking, embroidery, creative
knitting, pottery and more, handcrafted by artisans from throughout SE
Qld and beyond. As well as an array of outstanding exhibits, there will
be a multitude of markets and non-stop free DIY demonstrations. Great
workshops will have you sewing and stitching, scrunching and sticking,
creating masterpieces in no time... make sure you book to join in!
WHERE:
WHO:
ENTRY:
Sunday June 6, 2010, 9.30am - 3.00pm
The Pavilion, Exhibition Road, Southside, Gympie Queensland
The event is proudly presented by the Gympie Rotary Club
$5 - all profits benefit community charities
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A number of special interest features are in the pipeline - for example, Loani Prior, author of the hugely successful bestseller "Wild Tea Cosies", will be at the event for a special book signing for her next wonderful creation - "Really Wild Tea Cosies". Come and get a signed copy and view these even wilder fabulously creative knitted tea cosies.
simply inspirational quilts
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A plethora of quilts will be on display! Gympie Rotary Club are priviledged to present this inspirational exhibition of contemporary, exploratory and traditional styles to the region. The event will also feature an array of handcrafts and artworks by specially sourced and local artisans.
Click here for a pictorial overview of the event and get a small taste of what's in store.
free
demos, a hot cuppa.... in 'The Circle'
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In the 'The Circle' Cafe
Theatrette, you can enjoy morning/afternoon tea, very naughty cakes or hot
cappucino with a delicious country lunch while watching one or more of a variety
FREE demonstrations! Conducted hourly, free demonstrations will include a
a mix of subjects ranging from floral artistry, cake decorating, beading,
scrapbooking and doll restoration to interesting art videos by well known
tutors. So make the most of your day by catching some of these sessions, 'The
Circle' operates all day on both days of the event. No bookings required....
and definitely no diets!
Keep watching for program details
workshops
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Visiting tutors will
be conducting exciting and stimulating workshops for all levels. Bookings
are recommended. Workshop and kit prices vary between classes. Tutors
and workshops will be announced soon.
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Quilting and
Patchwork for all levels
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A showcase of 'eye candy' quilts
with awesome machine quilting - and how to achieve
it with your quilts. Valuable tips on how to find the right quilter, prepare
quilt tops and learn about the many types of quilting available.
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Create designs in crochet
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Techniques for stress-free
needle-turn hand applique
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'Shattered Glass'
technique for effective patchwork
Bookings for the above - please contact Letisha 5482 3996
J FREE
DEMOS & WORKSHOPS - flower arranging, scrapbooking, cardmaking, spinning,
fabric painting, woodworking and more
J
Hand design a shopping bag with Genesis
Creations ( $7.50)
J Scrapbooking
layouts with Craft with Attitude ( $11)
J
FREE Animal Sculpture Kids Workshops
with Cooloola Potters
Bookings for the above - please contact Debbie
5484 5804
crafters markets
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Over 40 stalls offer a huge range of craft supplies, materials and fabrics, books, beads, you name it! Ideal for sourcing just the special things for homemade Christmas presents, or just for indulging your passions! Click here for exhibitors list or stall application forms.
