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COME MAY 26 – 29, 2022
It’s time to reconnect
and enjoy all the
things you love at the
TOGETHER! Australasian Quilt
Convention
Brisbane Exhibition Centre, South Bank,
Thursday to Sunday, 10am to 4.30pm
AQC QUILT SHOW • CONVENTION CLASSES • SHOPPING • SOCIAL EVENTS
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE NOW! AQC.COM.AU
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FAST FACTS WELCOME
TO THE AQC
Australasian Quilt Convention GROUP TICKETS:
May 26 – 29, 2022 Buy 10 Adult tickets or more and save. Each ticket
Opening hours: can be used on any one day… so with 10 tickets, 5
Thursday to Sunday, 10am to 4.30pm daily friends can come on 2 days, or 10 friends can come
on any one day.
IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE!
Venue:
Hall 2 Group Adult ticket – $19 (available for pre-
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre purchase only, minimum purchase is 10 group adult
Merivale and Glenelg Sts, South Brisbane Qld 4101 tickets). Group tickets must be prebooked and paid
for by Friday May 20, 2020. This offer is not valid for
Daily Admission Tickets: door sales.
Adults – at the door $25; online $22 Dear Quilter,
Seniors Card holders – at the door $23; online $20 For payment via cheque, direct bank deposit or to
Age & Disability Pensioners – at the door $20; online $19 request a tax invoice prior to payment contact the It’s time to reconnect and celebrate the things you love!
Children 5 – 16 years (under 5yrs free) at the door $10; online $10 show organisers Expertise Events on: +61 2 9452
If you appreciate textile art, love sewing or are passionate
Family (2 adults & 2 children) – at the door $55; online $53 7575 or email tickets@expertiseevents.com.au
about quilting, you’ll love being at the 2022 Australasian
NOTE: Seniors Card Holders, Age & Disability Pensioners and Venue facilities: Quilt Convention. The last few years have presented many
Companion Card Holders – please ensure you bring a valid • Venue has wheelchair and pram access. challenges and demanded many decisions and changes –
concession card to AQC. • Expo Café – open daily
• ATM – located in the concourse outside Hall 2
and finally we’re looking forward to presenting AQC in the
MULTI-DAY TICKETS: • No photography without permission new location of Brisbane this year.
2 Day Pass – at the door $44; online $42 • Cloakroom service $2 per item
3 Day Pass – at the door $59; online $56 •P ass-out stamp at door available – same day use We’re celebrating Australian talent - see the best quilts from around the country, by our
4 Day Pass – at the door $72; online $69 only. tutors, and in niche exhibitions (plus there’s even an international collection included).
Beautiful works by the Rajah award winner Jan Frazer will be on show, and the Landline
Quilt of Memories too – celebrating 30 years of ABC’s Landline.
GETTING THERE
‘Going Green’ is the latest AQC Challenge theme – see the many varied interpretations for
the first time and vote for your favourite in the Viewers’ Choice.
Who will win the National Quilt Award? The judges will be deciding during AQC with the
announcement at the Gala Dinner on Saturday evening. Take a look at the Best of Show
Parking
quilts and make your choice.
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre provides 24 hour
undercover parking with a total of 1500 parking spaces. Parking This is the only time this collection of quilts will be together, so
areas can be accessed from Merivale, Melbourne and Grey streets.
Accessible parking spaces are available in Car Park 1, Car Park 2 and
don’t miss it – every quilt is selected to be at AQC so the quality is
Car Park 3 located adjacent to lift lobbies. There are also public car outstanding.
parks in the surrounding area.
Our exhibitors are looking forward to seeing you too. Come and spend a day shopping and
Public Transport learning with them and test drive the latest sewing machines. Or immerse yourself for four
Train: Closest stop is South Brisbane days. Get the full AQC experience and go VIP with a Gold Pass.
Bus: Closest stop is Cultural Centre station
Ferry: Closest stop is South Bank Ferry Terminal, 500m from the If you have never been an AQC Gold Pass delegate, there’s still time to make 2022 the year
Brisbane River South Bank you indulge. It’s excellent value and there is so much for you to enjoy, from learning with
Taxi: BCEC has its own designated taxi rank at the main entry at the
some of the best quilt and textile art teachers in the world, to making friends with like-
corner of Merivale & Glenelg Streets, South Brisbane.
Taxi phones allowing free calls to Yellow Cabs or Black & White The AQC Preview magazine is published by the minded quilters and enjoying four days – and nights! – of education, discovery, wonderful
Cabs are available for use at the Information Desks in the Main organisers of your favourite craft events – Craft & food and entertainment!
Foyers of Merivale Street and Grey Street. Quilt Fair, Australasian Embroidery Convention, and
the Australasian Quilt Convention. Information in our You’ll see what’s new when you mix with your tribe and shop with independent craft
Visit the venue web page for details on getting there preview magazine is provided by exhibitors. Expertise
retailers on the expo floor. Many will launch exciting new products and designs and you can
Events is not responsible for incorrect information or
product names. Updates to the program will be made get hands-on in a variety of activities and catch demonstrations around the show floor. It’s
Organised by
on the website closer to the event. all there just waiting for you.
Expertise Events Pty Ltd See you there,
ABN 43 003 932 492 Cover images: Left to right from top row: Quilts by
Phone 02 9452 7575 Jeannie Henry, Gloria Loughman, Linda Crouch, Susan
Mathews, Michelle Marvig, Brenda Wood, Wendy
PO Box 236 Frenchs Forest Williams, Amanda Preston (SAQA’s Beyond the Mirror),
NSW 1640 AUSTRALIA Kerrie Head
© Expertise Events 2022 Judy and Gary
Seachange: Whaletracks
(detail) by Brenda Gael Smith
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A MAGNIFICENT AQC CHALLENGE THEMED SEE IT FIRST
GOING GREEN AT AQC!
COLLECTION OF QUILTS
One of the things that makes AQC extra special is an outstanding One of the highlights of the event is the new Best of The theme is topical, yet open to different
collection of quilt exhibitions – many of these will only be seen at Australia display – the Best of Show quilts from guilds interpretations, and could be executed in
AQC. We bring in exhibitions from overseas, our tutors bring their around the country will be displayed and judged for the
both traditional designs and contemporary
award-winning quilts with them, we hold an annual challenge and Bernina National Quilt Award which will be announced at
styles. See the wonderful and thought-
several new exhibitions will premiere at AQC. the Gala Dinner on Saturday night.
provoking results of this year’s theme by
the finalists and vote for your favourite in
Viewers’ Choice. An amazing cash prize
BEST OF ALL THE WINNING QUILTS
pool of $5,500 is on offer including the
$500 Viewers’ Choice prize.
AUSTRALIA TOGETHER IN ONE PLACE
State guild shows around Australia will send their ‘Best Come and see, or join us at the Gala Dinner on Saturday
of Show’ for judging. We bring all the winning quilts night for the announcement and celebration!
together for you in one place.
Recognising the array of breathtaking talent within our
Sponsored by: Sponsored by
country is always a much anticipated thrill. Who will win
the National Quilt Award?
Go Offline, Go Into The Green by Jill Hessing
NOT JUST AN EXHIBITION BY SAlt
BUILDINGS FROM SOUTH AUSTRALIA
This new exhibition by SAlt from South Australia is a visual investigation into the architectural features of Adelaide’s CBD
heritage buildings transformed quite unexpectedly into far more personally involved projects. Each of the four Adelaide
based artists; Judy Bushby, Julie Haddrick, Francie Mewett and Wendy Thiele selected a place of powerful memories that
transformed into personal connections from another time in their lives.
Liberty Vineyard by Joanne Johnson Formidable Grace by Jocelyne Leath
BEST OF THE BEST
QUILTS FROM GUILD
SHOWS AROUND
AUSTRALIA
Enjoy this special selection of outstanding pieces from
state and territory guild shows from all over the country.
Oriental Screen by Julie Kennedy, NSW
Francie Mewett Julie Haddrick
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TOWARD AN EXHIBITION OF MODERN BEYOND WHAT DO YOU SEE WHEN YOU
ABSTRACTION AUSTRALIAN QUILTS THE MIRROR LOOK IN THE MIRROR?
An international exhibition of 30 art quilts, presented by Studio Art Quilt Associates
The quilts on show in this special display
What do you see when you look in the mirror? In this digital age, we cannot escape our
embody aspects that are typical of the genre
own images, whether taken as a selfie or found on social media. Does our image reflect our
including improvisation, use of negative space,
individual identity, or do we see what we are conditioned by society to see? We need to
asymmetry, bold use of colour and exaggerated
look beyond the mirror to see our strength of character, intelligence, creativity, skills, and our
scale, executed with a fearlessness that
potential to be even more than what can be reflected.
epitomises an Australian approach.
See works by Sandra Dorse, Tara Glastonbury
(curator), Caroline Hadley, Kate Henderson, Di
Jobbins, Ann Richardson, Kim Simpson, Tania
Tanti, Jeanne Treleaven (pictured left), Lorena
Uriarte, Diana Vandeyar and Jess Wheelahan
Susan Brubaker Knapp – Purple Girl Pat Bishop – The Big Apple Mary-Ellen Latino – Mirror of the Soul Mother Overall
RAJAH AWARD A SELECTION OF HER
WINNER JAN FRAZER OUTSTANDING QUILTS Jill Kerttula – Leaving Margaret Abramshe – Gaze Phyllis Cullen – Looking In
View a wonderful display of outstanding art quilts by Jan Frazer, renowned international and Australian
award-winning quiltmaker.
LANDLINE CELEBRATING 30 YEARS
QUILT OF LANDLINE
Landline
celebrated its
30th year on
air in 2021 and
invited the sewers,
knitters and felters
of Australia to
help create a
Landline quilt by
submitting a 15
centimetre square
depicting life on
the land. Almost
400 squares were
received to create
not one but three
quilts measuring
four by two and
half metres.
Teams of volunteers from the Queensland Spinners, Weavers and Fibre Artists spent 273 hours
Chromatrophes Floral Flashback
attaching the squares to an organic cotton backing provided by Full Circle Fibres in Brisbane
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GLORIA A RETROSPECTIVE OF ICONIC
THROUGH
LOUGHMAN AUSTRALIAN IMAGES
OUR EYES
A RT IS T S P OT LIGHT
THREE OF Gloria has been a tutor at AQC since the first year and her iconic work seems to exemplify the originality of
Australian quilting
US +1 Internationally recognised in the quilting world, Gloria Loughman is revered as a creator of incredible quilts, and a
teacher that students want to be with and learn from. Her work has evolved over the years, but also stands the test of
time. We have invited her to show a retrospective of her quilts over the last three decades, which will be a focus of the
AQC quilt show. Currently Gloria is working on a book collaboration featuring photographs by her husband Tony.
Presented by South
Australian textile artists
Jenny Bates, Kerrie Head,
Maxine Fry and Suzanne
Gummow liked the idea of
their separate works being
placed together to form a
larger piece of work.
They challenged
themselves to work in a
quirky naïve style, with the
water, land and sky flowing
from one piece to another.
Works by: Jenny Bates, Kerrie Head, Maxine Fry
and Suzanne Gummow
MET IN
MELBOURNE
CONTINUING TO Kimberly Mystique 2003 Fern Pool
EXPLORE 8
The latest exhibition by the MiM (Met in Melbourne) artists who
individually selected eight different words referring to ‘8’:
• Julie Haddrick, Illuminate
• Neroli Henderson, Impersonate
• Kim Boland, Navigate
• Brenda Wood, Generate
• Lee Vause, Eight
• Suzanne Gummow, Germinate
• Sally Ann Westcott, Gate
• Raylene Richardson, Delicate
Each artist produced two pieces 45cm x 100cm over a 12-month
period in response to their chosen word.
Delicate by Raylene Richardson Point Lonsdale Jetty 2020 The Tessellated Pavement 2021 The Butterfly House 2015
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QUEENSLAND PLUS! SUE DE
VANNY
A MULTIMEDIA
ARTIST
A RT IS T S P OT LIGHT
OUTBACK
TO REEF MY AUSTRALIA Meet Sue at AQC and see her amazing textile art
Multimedia artist Sue de Vanny has a dream that textile art be held in the same esteem as oil paintings. She’s
accomplished in both mediums – and we love her subject matter and the fact that she promotes conservation of the
a State of the Art an annual BY HELEN GODDEN,
world’s incredible wildlife through her work.
art quilt challenge by 6.5METRE QUILT
Queensland Quilters Inc
FEATURING GLORIOUS
AUSTRALIAN ICONS
Wattle Whisper by Sue Dennis
FREE FLOORTALKS IN THE QUILT SHOW
11am Thursday: 12noon to 2pm daily: 1pm Saturday and Sunday:
Suzanne Gummow from MIM Come and meet members Gloria Loughman
11am Friday: Brenda Wood of the SAlt group
She Matters Not Just Black and White
COASTAL THREADS A CHALLENGE
Enjoy the display of entries from the Coastal Threads Art Prize 2022, with the theme of ‘Blue Inspiration’ curated by Caroline Sharkey
Innocent Eyes On the Hunt
Life’s A Beach by Tracey Bareli, WA Treasures from the Deep Blue Sea by The Tube by Rebecca Wolske, Vic.
Julie Evans, NSW
TEACH ME OUR TUTORS’ DISPLAY
Here is a glimpse of the wonderful quilts you will see on show!
Octopus’ Garden by Loani Prior The Explorer by Michelle Marvig Aurora Rose by Rachelle Denneny
Long Tall Sally Walk on the Wild Side Night Moves Bordering Extinction
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SEE WHAT’S SHOP WITH
SPECIALIST
LOADS OF COLOURFUL STANDS FOR YOU TO
BROWSE AND EXPLORE.
NEW AT AQC! QUILTING
RETAILERS
New exhibitors at AQC in 2022 include Aroha Quilts, My
Felt Lady, Megelles and Winterwood Felt & Craft Supplies.
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If you love to
Create you'll love the Classroom
ENJOY A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
AT AQC
It’s your time…spend four days immersing yourself in everything the Australasian
Demo B335 & B475QE and Quilt Convention has to offer - and join the celebration of all things Australian!
Learn new techniques in our convention classes with expert tutors… here is a
Walking Foot Offer selection of the one and two-day tutor sessions you can enjoy, and the benefits
of being an AQC delegate.
BERNINA 335
It's sew comfortable
Super easy threading
Big space for big creativity
BORO’D FROM JAPAN SQUARE STAR CHELSEA BAG ABOUT FANTASTICAL
with Leslie Edwards with Rachaeldaisy with Rachael Porter FISH OR ROWDY
ROOSTERS
Sunday only – one day Friday only – Saturday and Sunday – with Loani Prior
class one-day class two-day class Thursday and Friday
Visit the BERNINA stand #194 to find out – Two-day class
more about the 335 & 475. While there, find
out about our
Super Special Classroom Demo
machine offers & all other show specials. MEET THE 2022 AQC CONVENTION TUTORS
Our tutors are hand-picked for their talent and teaching ability. This year’s tutors include many award winners
and all are experts in their respective fields.
BERNINA 475 QE
Easy-to-use 4.3" colour touch screen
Jumbo Bobbin with 70% more thread Rachaeldaisy Rachelle Denneny Leslie Edwards Julie Haddrick Heather Hopkins Gloria Loughman
Adjustable presser foot pressure
Toll Free 1800 237 646
www.bernina.com.au | shop.bernina.com.au
Michelle Marvig Susan Mathews Rachael Porter Loani Prior Brenda Gael Smith Wendy Williams
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AQC TIMETABLE HOW GOOD IS THE
TREAT YOURSELF TO A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
AND BECOME AN AQC DELEGATE! AQC EXPERIENCE?
As a VIP Delegate, you’ll have access to early entry to the Quilt Show on Thursday and Friday from 8.30am, wonderful social
events, plus snacks, morning tea and lunch are all included – there’s even a free massage awaiting you!
Full details are on the website: www. aqc.com.au
If you’ve never been a delegate, now is your opportunity to enjoy wonderful classes full of learning, with like-minded quilters
and scrumptious dining! “From my point “It was wonderful
There are still some fantastic classes available* and by booking now, you can delight in the special benefits and touches that
only AQC VIP Delegates can enjoy. A four-day Gold Pass is $1,249 and a two-day package is $849. of view, the being part of this
Some classes have a materials or kit fee payable at the class. Check individual class info for details
Here is the timetable with classes you can join – *subject to availability. All skill levels welcome
organization was wonderful event
wonderful.” yet again.”
TUTOR THURSDAY, MAY 26 FRIDAY, MAY 27 SATURDAY, MAY 28 SUNDAY, MAY 29
Rachaeldaisy Dodd Tickety Boo Square Star Cushion Whizz Bang! continues
Rachelle Denneny Quilt It Modern FULL continues Quilted Wedge Sampler continues
Leslie Edwards Framed Quilt Angled Tote Bag Textile Art Scrolls Boro’d from Japan
“Love being
Brenda Gael Smith Circular Explorations FULL continues Improvisation Plus FULL continues
Botanical Masterclass Superb
part of the
Julie Haddrick continues continues continues
Fairy Wren Quilt
excitement.”
Heather Hopkins Dream Big FULL continues No Fuss Flower Quilting with Rulers FULL
The Textured
Gloria Loughman continues continues continues
Landscape FULL
Calicos, Cuties &
Michelle Marvig continues Possums in Autumn continues
Compasses FULL
Printing Pattern Fri-Sat
Susan Mathews Printing Pattern Thurs-Fri continues continues
only one place left
Rachael Porter Dear Violet continues Chelsea Bag continues
“Every element
Loani Prior
About Fantastical Fish OR
continues
Rowdy Roosters
continues
of the event over “One of my most
Rowdy Rowdy Roosters OR Fantastical Fish
Wendy Williams Embroidered Sewing Bag continues Little Bird Cushions continues
the past four favourite places
days has been to teach!”
BOOK CLASSES NOW
outstanding.”
AND, AS AN AQC DELEGATE, YOU CAN ENJOY THESE BENEFITS:
• Four or two days of class tuition – depending on your • Ticket to the Gala Dinner – for Gold Pass and Saturday/
booking Sunday delegates
• Sample bag with products from sponsors and exhibitors • Continuous tea and coffee from Thursday to Sunday inclusive “What an
• 2022 AQC souvenir pin and bag on class days
• Ticket to the Welcome Cocktail Party – for Gold Pass and
Thursday/Friday delegates
•
•
Personal snack pack on class days
Lunch on class days
amazing show…..
• VIP preview of the Expo and AQC Quilt Show – on Thursday
and Friday mornings from 8.30am
• One Pamper Zone massage session
Yes you will see
•
•
Unlimited entry to the Expo and AQC Quilt Show
Thursday evening lecture – for Gold Pass and Thursday/
Please note Gold Pass and two-day packages are inclusive of all
items listed and there can be no deletions, trading, or swapping me next year,
Friday delegates of individual events. Additional social events not included in the
• Friday evening lecture – for Gold Pass and Thursday/Friday package may be booked separately if tickets are available. If a with bells on”
delegates delegate does not wish to attend any aspect of the convention,
there is no reduction in package price.
18 19JOIN IN THE FUN
AT AQC SOCIAL EVENTS!
Choose from four fabulous events to attend, after hours at AQC!
Make the most of your AQC Experience by joining us for multiple Social Events across the four action-
packed days! We have specially curated packages to suit all interests; from those who like to do it all,
through to those who love the social educational elements of AQC. Explore the packages below and save!
Come and visit our THE ESSENTIALS PACK – $150 THE SOCIAL BUTTERFLY – $210 THE DO IT ALL PACK – $265
stand 126 for some Cocktail Party, Thursday Evening Lecture
and Friday Evening Lecture
Cocktail Party, Gala Dinner and one
Evening Lecture
Cocktail Party, Thursday Evening Lecture,
Friday Evening Lecture and Gala Dinner –
fantastic specials! – Save $35 – Save $55 Save $55
All welcome. Book at www.aqc.com.au
WELCOME COCKTAIL PARTY
The Cocktail Party is sponsored by
Wednesday, May 25 at 6pm
Join us with a celebratory cocktail and the announcement of the winner of the
AQC Challenge, with the theme this year of Going Green. Also meet our 2022
tutors. Dress code: Come as you are: smart, casual or cocktail wear.
THURSDAY EVENING LECTURE
5.30pm Thursday May 26
’Share the Journey’ with Gloria Loughman
“Join in and be entertained , listening to a humorous account of the many challenges I
have experienced teaching workshops around the world.
I will share details of my studio, my inspiration and some of the techniques I use to
create my landscape quilts. Photographs of some of wonderful places I have travelled
to for workshops, plus lots of images and close ups of quilts will be a feature of this
presentation.” Lecture fee $55
FRIDAY EVENING LECTURE
5.30pm Friday May 27
‘New Incarnations’ with Loani Prior
In this lecture, Loani will tell you the funny story of a woman completely ignorant of the
great big crafting community in Australia and beyond, her accidental return to knitting,
her brazen proposal to a publisher and her lucky lucky rise to the lofty position of knitting
royalty. She’ll admit to appalling opinions about quilting and hopes you will forgive all
those years spent in the fabric desert.
Quantum Stylist 9960 GALA DINNER
The Gala Dinner is sponsored by:
Experience more control than ever before! Saturday, May 28 at 7pm
Join us for an evening of entertainment, food and wine in the company of fellow
quilters. All food and drinks are included. Several awards will be announced during
singerco.com.au Scan to learn more the evening, including the Rajah Award, Lut-da Award and Shining Light Award.
There are no ‘requirements’ for the Gala Dinner, simply come and enjoy yourself!
Dress code: Party!/ Smart Casual.
20 21DISCOVER WHAT’S NEW AT AQC!
New exhibitors to AQC in 2022 include Aroha Quilts from New Zealand,
My Felt Lady, Sewn Together, Kaela’s Patch, Megelles and SewMasters.
See them at the expo!
NEW!
Top Features:
- mySewnet™ Connected
- Spacious Machine Design
- Extra-Large Colour Touch Screen
- Bright LED Lighting
- JoyOS ADVISOR™
Come to stand 134 to see this
wonderful new sewing and
embroidery machine and for some
great show specials!
VISIT THE GIFT SHOP
Take home a souvenir for yourself or buy a gift for a quilt-loving friend.
See the full range of unique merchandise located at the entrance to AQC;
see the Help Desk.
LIMTED STOCK! LIMTED STOCK!
Crafty keyrings – Handy tote bag AQC lanyard 2022 AQC Special AQC 2022 Craft Mug
choose from four $15 $3 Tote bag -$10 souvenir pin - $5 $9
styles – $5 each
SPECIAL
OFFER!
Buy the AQC
tote bag and pin
combo for just
$12!
Let your imagination get carried away with the new Designer Ruby 90 Scan to learn
more Novelty rotary Multitool Crafty pouches
sewing and embroidery machine’s convenient design functions. cutter USB – stores $15 $9 each
4GB $16
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22 23Scan to FREE DAILY SEMINARS
Quilting retailers are at AQC to pass on great tips and the latest techniques in these FREE seminars open to all expo visitors.
learn more The following program runs daily. No bookings are required. Seminars run for 30 minutes unless otherwise indicated.
Fun. SEMINAR ROOM 1
Fearless.
Finished. 11am The Beauty of Japanese
Yarn Dyed Fabrics with Jane
12noon Hints to make your
sewing easier with Lisa Dopking,
1pm: Perfect Points Every
Time with Brenda Burgess Flip
2pm: Flipped Over Flannel
with Pamela Davis, Picklemouse
MacDonald BeBe Bold, Stand 106 Megelles Teddy & Patchwork, Stand la K, Stand 141 Corner, Stand 100
Join Jane to find out why these 34
Introducing our latest Be among the first to see our
fabrics are so special while she Lisa will share a few of her favourite innovative and easy to use new flannel pre-cuts and kits
shows many samples. Jane has a techniques that will make your templates, creating perfect for young and old . Flannel is a
free quilt pattern to share when sewing easier and quicker! See points from Flying Geese beautiful fabric, perfect for snuggly
purchasing a pack of pre-cut yarn a super-easy way to make a fully to Mariners Compass and quilts and cooler nights! Learn
dyed fabrics lined draw string bag, a Christmas beautiful star blocks. Join some simple tips for quick , easy
stocking in five minutes and how in the fun and learn about construction and care.
she uses the TSC method for new ways to create your next
making little fabric teddies, bunnies, project!
heart bunting, dolls and teddy’s
outfits plus a few other things
SEMINAR ROOM 2
11am: Threaducation with 12.30pm: The PQR Code – the 2pm: Pauline’s Amazing Quilt
Jennifer Moore, Wonderfil ABCs Of Quilting with Pauline As You Go Techniques – Step
Threads, Stand 179 Rogers, Pauline’s Quilters by Step with Pauline Rogers,
Learn about the world of threads, World, Stand 191 Pauline’s Quilters World,
with samples you can touch and Traditionally, quilting has been Stand 191
you. rom our
feel. Wonderfil has 36 thread done one way for the last Learn all about Pauline’s
e g ot types from 100wt to 3wt in millennium, but it doesn’t mean it’s Quilt As You Go – QAYG –
w e’v ble f
s avail
a cotton, polyester, rayon, metallic, the best way for everyone. With techniques as she explains
alway hers. and wool varieties. Pauline’s Quilting Revolution Code them in great detail. You’ll
H e lp is
p s a n d teac (PQR), all of the rules go out the learn the techniques, and more
ho
rk of s
netwo
window, making quilting more importantly, you’ll learn the
10.30am: The Dot To Dot And about achieving beautiful creations. reasons behind the methods,
Feather Template System so you will walk away with a
with Pauline Rogers, Pauline’s 1.30pm: Traditional Bags of more confident understanding
Quilters World, Stand 191 Japan Made Modern with Alison of why her methods make the
Yamazaki, Wabi-Sabi Designs, processes so much easier.
Quilting can often be quite
daunting for beginners or novices Stand 193
who are self-taught. However, Japan has an extraordinary
Fifteen inches of confidence from the first stitch with these new templates wrapping and carrying culture with
to the last. Quilts for good, for gifts, for growing and Pauline’s revolutionary
11.30am: Wedges, Rulers and
beautiful and ingenious bags for
techniques, quilters of all skill every purpose. Clever construction
you. Fun and done. That’s Moxie. levels will quickly discover these Templates with Gai Taylor, Just methods and unique shapes delight
systems’ endless possibilities. See Patchwork, Stand 74 the modern user. See a range
Come by our stand 62 to see the incredible range Pauline’s unique system allows When does a template become of original, vintage and antique
of longarm machines and for some great show ease of design of many lines and a ruler then a wedge? Learn examples from Japan – and how
shapes and the ability to quilt
specials! straight or gently curved lines
the differences between the
wedges available on the market.
the contemporary crafter can
recreate and adopt them. Plus a free
effortlessly and stress-free. Projects using the different will traditional wallet pattern giveaway!
handiquilter.com.au (02) 4337 3737 be displayed in class to take the
mystique out of all these angles
and shapes. Then that ruler or
wedge hidden in your sewing
room will see the light of day and
beautiful projects will emerge!
25SEWING TAKE A SEAT AND USE
ONE OF THE LATEST
MACHINES ON THE MARKET
BERNINA
SEWING
ROOMS
TODAY AND TAKE HOME
A FINISHED PROJECT. ALL
CLASSES RUN DAILY. ROOM
These demonstrations, tips and skill builders will take your sewing to a whole new level – and make
creating even easier! Don’t miss these free sessions daily. Quilting Royalty at its best with the Bernina
Q16 and Q20 Sit-down longarm machines
SEWING SKILLS CLASSROOM Times: 10.30am and 1pm • Duration: 90 minutes
Presented by: The Bernina Team
TIME THURSDAY, MAY 26 FRIDAY, MAY 27 SATURDAY, MAY 28 SUNDAY, MAY 29 Bernina has blended its reliability, ease of use and outstanding quality
in the Bernina Q 16 and Q20 Sit-down longarm machines.
These Q Series machines meet the demands of any quilter and textile
Cut and sew perfect Explore In the Hoop artist alike that uses free motion stitching. The Q Series empowers
See how easy it is
circles including curved Machine Embroidery. the ability of limitless creativity.
to thread paint & Upcycle your clothes
piecing and using the
free motion with the with the decorative
circular attachment. Embroider a pencil case
10.30am to 11.00am Husqvarna Viking range feet and attachments Let us show you how quilting can be fun, fast and most of all,
in 30 minutes entirely in
of feet. Includes ruler, available. Presented by easy while quilting this exclusive quilt panel, specially designed to
Presented by Sharyn the hoop. Free design to
echo, spring & floating Husqvarna Viking.
Merrin for Accuquilt and all attendees. Presented showcase free motion, ruler work and much more.
feet.
PFAFF. by Singer.
Kit includes: Panel, wadding, backing and Bernina basic curved ruler.
Book early as seating is limited.
See the incredible Cost $40 • Book at Stand 194
creative icon 2 in See how easy it is to
Explore In the Hoop Cut and sew perfect
action. With world first freemotion with the
Machine Embroidery. circles including curved
speech recognition, the Husqvarna Viking range
piecing and using the
Creative Embellishment Embroider a pencil case of feet. Includes ruler,
circular attachment.
11.30am to 12 noon Attachment and access echo, spring & floating
in 30 minutes entirely in
to over 8000 designs the hoop. Free design to feet. Presented by Sharyn
directly from the all attendees. Presented Merrin for Accuquilt and
machine. Presented by Husqvarna
by Singer. PFAFF.
HANDI
Viking.
Presented by PFAFF
See the incredible
QUILTER
creative icon 2 in
Cut and sew perfect Explore In the Hoop
action. With world first
circles including curved Machine Embroidery.
speech recognition, the Use your embroidery Mastering the Basics of Free
piecing and using the Embroider a pencil case
Creative Embellishment machine to create a
circular attachment. in 30 minutes entirely in Motion and Ruler Work with
1.00pm to 1.30pm new wardrobe from the
STUDIO
Attachment and access
the hoop. Free design to
to over 8000 designs old one. Presented by Handi Quilter Educator –
Presented by Sharyn all attendees.
directly from the PFAFF.
Merrin for Accuquilt and Chris Sousa from the USA.
PFAFF. machine. Presented by Singer.
Presented by PFAFF All skill levels welcome – learn about free-motion curls, filigree This quilt-life journey started 10 years ago when he decided to
and feathers as well as ruler work, clamshells and more! make a gift for his wife, a quilt for their bed. He wrote down
See the incredible
some directions and dug out his vintage sewing machine and
In the Hoop Machine creative icon 2 in Times: 11am and 1.30pm daily, Sunday 11am only
Cut and sew perfect action. With world first made his first quilt, a 120” x 128” kaleidoscope pinwheel quilt,
Embroidery. Embroider a
Scared of overlockers? Fee: $10 – all proceeds will be donated to Lismore Flood
pencil case in 30 minutes circles including curved speech recognition, the tied, not quilted. Chris’s second quilt was a 96” x 96”, Loyal
Relief. Book at the Handi Quilter Studio when you arrive.
entirely in the hoop. piecing and using the Creative Embellishment Union Sampler quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini. He felt that any quilt
Watch how easy it can *Bonus: Class participants will receive a small ‘goodie bag’!
2.00pm to 2.30pm circular attachment. Attachment and access be with the new Amber
with 121 blocks deserved to be custom quilted, so he purchased
Free design to all Presented by Sharyn to over 8000 designs S100. Presented by All proceeds will be donated to Lismore Flood Relief his first longarm, a HQ Infinity™ with Pro-Stitcher™. Using the
attendees. Merrin for Accuquilt and directly from the basic training he received from his retailer, he jumped right into
Husqvarna Viking. Chris Sousa was artistic from a young age. He started as a
PFAFF. machine. quilting his sampler, entered it at AQG and won an award! He’d
Presented by Singer. professional photographer in the early 80’s and then worked
found his passion for longarm quilting and started his quilting
Presented by PFAFF in various aspects of the environmental industry for 30 years.
business, CS Quilt Design Studio.
After making his first quilt, he decided that he wanted a change
and began to study textile history, color theory, art theory, and Chris and his wife, Pattie, recently moved to Arizona where he
art history. To bring his art studies into the longarm realm, he relocated his business and started quilting and teaching longarm
learned how to digitize longarm quilting designs. classes and Pro-Stitcher classes at home and in connection with
a local quilt shop. Chris’s advice to quilters, “Find your passion
and you find your calling in life.”
26 27SEE HOW IT’S DONE
CATCH THE LATEST PATCHWORK AND QUILTING
YOU COULD TOTAL
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VALUED
PRODUCTS DEMONSTRATED BY RETAILERS AT THEIR 3 WONDERFUL LUCKY
+$2,335*
STANDS AROUND THE EXPO DOOR PRIZES
1ST PRIZE JANOME SKYLINE S3 SEWING MACHINE
VALUED AT $1,699 RRP
The Skyline S3 is designed for every type of sewing, from
3:15pm - Sewing
home décor and high fashion to patchwork and quilting.
10:45am - Be A Real 11:30am - Asanoha Wall 12:15pm - Create An 2:30pm - Halve Your
Hanging With Fusible Bias Instant Shibori 3D Sewing Time and sew fast Carry Bag With Basic
Weaving Queen – 7
Stained Glass Quilt • Large workspace L210mm x W210mm x H120mm (8.3”x 8.3”x 4.7”)
Weaving Tips Tapes Feature With Sling Bag like a ninja!
See seven special sewing Make a special sewing • Easy stitch reference chart in machine lid
Learn the basic and Create this extraordinary Learn how to create this
notions and start sewing carry bag for your
advanced weaving tips stained-glass features extraordinary bag with • Built-in stitches 120 + alphabet
like an advanced sewer sewing notions and
and start weaving the bag without sewing fabric 3D Shibori-like depth • Automatic thread cutter
overnight! UFOs
without sewing fabric! segments! and texture!
• 4 bright LED lights
• Instructional DVD
HELEN GODDEN NICK WILSON
CABINET WITH STORAGE BOXES
Helen Godden will
be demonstrating
Award-winning quilt maker is Bernina’s
guest artist so drop by and see him in
2ND PRIZE VALUED AT $468 RRP
her unique style at action on the Bernina Q20 and admire his
the Handi Quilter amazing quilt collection on display – at
stand, 62. Stand 194. A 70cm Double Combi Cabinet complete with storage
boxes from Storage 4 Crafts (Aust)
NEW! INNOVATION
STATION
There’s a new area at the AQC expo where you can catch some
of your favourite exhibitors demonstrating their products
12.30pm: Indigo Niche Sashiko
SHEARS FROM SCISSORMAN
throughout the day. They’ll share tips and tricks to make
3RD PRIZE
Templates – learn with Suzanne
patchwork, sewing and other craft techniques easier. Sessions
Howie how to use these new
run daily – plan your day now!
design templates the easy way. VALUED AT $169.95 RRP
11am Flip la K: Rolling Pinwheel KAI ergonomically styled professional shears
blocks 1pm: Sewn Together: Traditional from Scissorman, made from high-carbon
Create the perfect pinwheel block Hand Piecing the Clear Way with molybdenum vanadium steel
with ease, best scrap buster! Theresa Hurley
Brenda Burgess will step you Traditional hand piecing is
through using the Flip-n Rolling made easy with Theresa’s brand
Pinwheel template, creating great new range of innovative clear
equilateral triangles! templates.
BE AN EARLYBIRD VISITOR AND PICK UP A
11.30am My Felt Lady:
Introduction to wool felt crafts 1.30pm: Sashiko brooches with FREE JANOME ECO BAG!
Chat with Candice Mason about BeBe Bold
the feltastic uses of 100% Australian Jane MacDonald will demonstrate
Wool Felt. Discover tips and tricks how easy and quick it is to make That’s right, Janome are giving away a The bag measures 15in high,
with using the products in your hitomezashi (one stitch sashiko) handy Eco bag – perfect for shopping at 13in wide and 7in deep, and it
everyday crafts. From cutting to brooches. These are wonderful the AQC expo! is environmentally friendly.
using freezer paper and tips on her sashiko gifts to make and give
favourite tools to use. away.
THE FIRST 1,000 VISITORS EACH DAY WILL RECEIVE A BAG, SO BE EARLY!
28 29MAKE AND GET HANDS ON
& LEARN NEW
TECHNIQUES
LEARN, WATCH,
TAKE CLASSES TO ENHANCE
YOUR SKILLS! LISTEN 11am
Embellish a small
Yazzii Pouch with Boro.
Suzanne Howie. Indigo
Program runs daily – each class lasts approximately 50 minutes Niche
Learn how easy it is to
How to Join a Make & Take Class PICK UP TIPS & embellish a Yazzii bag
• Read the timetable and choose your session
TECHNIQUES FROM or pouch with Boro - it’s
easy - it’s fun and can
THE EXPERTS!
• At the expo, book your place at the presenter’s stand and buy the kit
be applied to so many
• Bookings essential as space is limited surfaces. You’ll go home
• Please be on time – for classroom location, check the map available at the expo with a completed article.
Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand 67 .
ROOM 1 ROOM 2
11am 12 noon 12 noon 1pm
My Home Woven Wool 12noon One-of-a- Mix and Match Self-sorting Multi-
Applique Pincushion. kind crochet motifs Flowers, Danni purpose Wallet. Dai the
Anni Downs, Hatched for embellishment Reynolds, Eppiflex Ninja, Patchwork Ninja
and Patched. Prudence Mapstone. English Paper Piecing Have you seen the wallet that
Learn how easy it is to sorts notes and coins by itself?
Come and see how Learn to create unique Throw coins and notes into
make your own mix and
easy it is to use felted crochet motifs to jazz up this quirky, smart wallet and
match appliqued flower
hand dyed woven wools all your fibreart projects. it sorts them instantly and
block from Danni’s range
while you applique this you can grab only coins from
of Eppiflex petal shapes.
whimsical pincushion. Kit cost $35. the easy-to-sew zipper on the
Book at Stand 150 Kit cost $45. back. Your mobile phone and
Kit cost $25. Book at Stand 138. passport can also fit!
Book at Stand 110 Kit cost $20.
Book at Stand 59
1pm 2pm 2pm 3pm
Wool Felt Brooches. Gai Sashiko Plum Blossom Morning Glory Purse. Shibori-dyed Scarf.
Taylor, Just Patchwork. on Water. Jane Jennifer Moore, Shuji Yamazaki, Wabi
MacDonald, BeBe Bold Wonderfil Specialty Sabi Designs
Use pre-cut wool felt
Start stitching hana fukin Threads Make a shibori indigo
circles, embellish with
a range of embroidery – sashiko samplers – and Learn to stencil and dyed linen scarf using
stitches, and create learn how easy and fun paint on felt then hand our vat of natural
these beautiful flowers they are to make. With a applique simple stitches Japanese indigo dye. Silk
brooches. Patterns, kits, wide variety of designs and assemble your own or cotton scarves also
wool felt and Sue Spargo and thread colours clutch purse. Includes available.
Perle 8 threads available. available, you will want to Aster & Anne kit.
make more! Kit cost $50.
Kit cost $20. Kit cost $55. Book at Stand 193
Kit Cost $28.
Book at Stand 74 Book at Stand 179
Book at Stand 106
30 31THANK YOU
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32 33SEE STITCHES AND CREATE YOUR OWN NEW EXCLUSIVE
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ON YOUR FABRIC FOR SCREEN WITH BUILT-IN FEATURES INCLUDING
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