Learn to Crochet, Make and Take Blanket – Yarns for All

July 11, 2025 11:00 am - July 13, 2025 11:30 am Jubilee Pavilion, Adelaide Showgrounds

Let us get you started on your crochet journey. You will learn the basics of crocheting a granny square that you can turn into a blanket. The kit includes yarn, hook and all instructions.

Cost $45.00

Duration 1 hr

Akiko Ike – Akiko’s Pouch Bag Workshop

July 13, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Jubilee Pavilion, Adelaide Showgrounds

Don’t miss this very special opportunity to attend the only workshop the renowned Japanese textile artist Akiko Ike will offer at CraftAlive Adelaide!

Learn her signature techniques of Boro Chiku-Chiku (distinctive hand stitching using worn fabric) with this Chiku Chiku pochette bag using all vintage Japanese fabrics brought from Japan by Akiko, and her bespoke thread and needles.

Pouch size: 14cm x 24cm

Cost $140.00

Duration 2 hrs

Akiko Ike – Floor Talk and Q&A

July 11, 2025 10:30 am - July 12, 2025 2:30 pm Jubilee Pavilion, Adelaide Showgrounds

Renowned Japanese hand stitching artist, Akiko Ike, will speak to her methods and philosophy in creating her stunning work. You will be amazed at the magnitude and beauty of the works on display, representing her incredible textile journey after age 60.

The floor talks are a chance to hear from her how she approaches her art as she speaks to the pieces on display, and to ask questions. [Floor talk will be in Japanese, with interpreter.]

Cost Free

Duration 1 hr

Jewels in EPP & Applique: Mastering the Shape – Broken River Quilts

June 12, 2025 12:30 pm - June 14, 2025 1:30 pm Prince of Wales Showgrounds

Discover the versatility of the Jewel shape in English Paper Piecing (EPP) and appliqué!

In this class, you’ll learn to fussy cut, glue baste and stitch jewels to create a beautiful fussy cut heart. You’ll then appliqué your heart onto a zippered canvas craft pouch / pencil case.

Kit includes: needle, thread, fabric, EPP papers and a zippered canvas craft pouch / pencil case (8.3” x 5” / 21cm x 13cm).

Cost $30

Duration 50 mins