Friday 11 April
9.30–10.30amNew Zealand Textile Art Rie Natalenko
Discover aspects of New Zealand textile creation and design – from indigenous weavers to contemporary artists.
11am–12pmMerino – What If? – Why Not? – Where Now? Milestones of a Personal Journey  Margaret Stove
Margaret will discuss the technique she uses for spinning fine wool, mixing other fibres with Merino and designing for Merino.
1.30–2.30pmFelted Animals Loretta Sloan
Loretta will demonstrate how she makes her needle felted animals and bring samples for you to see.
2.45–3.45pmSharpening Your Scissors Jack Patterson
Bring along any blunt scissors to see the best way to get them sharp.
Saturday 12 April
9.30–10.30amPresenting your Creative Work PK Maracin
How you present yourself is that first impression – it only happens once, setting a path for the future.
11am–12pmTen Top Tips for Tutors Rie Natalenko
What are the secrets of a good workshop? Do the best that you can for your students.
1.30–2.30pmSpinning Wheel Spa Treatment Shona Schofield
Instructive tips on how you can revitalise and restore your wheel, any make or model.
2.45–3.45pmFleece Preparation Jack Patterson
How to unroll a fleece and spread it out, skirt it and what to look for.
Sunday 13 April
9.30–10.30amCrafting and Wellness Michelle Snowdon, Wooldancer
Join Michelle for an engaging seminar exploring the intersection of art therapy, crafting, and wellness. Discover how creative expression can promote mental health, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. Michelle Snowdon is a fibre artist, Creative Arts Therapist and mother living in the Blue Mountains Australia. Now with an empty nest she spins and sustains wellbeing in midlife with curiosity and creativity.