Join Jill Bradley at the national crochet conference hosted by Crochet Guild Australia for a hands-on workshop focused on creative exploration with crochet, beads, and findings. Participants will become adept at working with fine thread, hooks, and various materials to craft unique jewellery pieces. The class will delve into the world of Op Shop findings, combining simple yet intricate crochet techniques in a playful manner.
During the workshop, attendees will engage in staged 'play,' exploring aspects of amigurumi over forms, large beadwork, beaded tubes, and innovative uses of jump rings. Through experimentation and discussion, participants will gain insights into the potential of these techniques for future creative projects.
With over sixty years of crochet experience, Jill Bradley brings a wealth of knowledge to the workshop. Her crochet journey, which began with a doily at the age of 12, has evolved into a passion for fine threads, upcycling materials from Op Shops, and creating unique clothing and jewellery. As an experienced educator with over 40 years of teaching, Jill is eager to share her expertise and guide participants in crafting beautiful and personalized crochet jewellery. Join this workshop to explore new ideas, enhance your skills, and leave with completed pieces and take-home instructions for display items.
| Teacher: |
Jill Bradley |
| Duration: |
Full day session: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Inclusions: |
General admission for the day (Thursday, 27 June).
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| Skill Level: |
Intermediate – Can read patterns and charts. Is comfortable making different styles and forms of crochet. |
Please bring the following to the workshop:
- Fine hooks up to 2.00mm
- Several hanks or balls of thread - eg. embroidery floss, DMC 8 or 12, Cebelia 20, Lizbeth 10 to Perle 5.
- A magnifying lamp or headlamp
- Findings, jump rings, head pins, seed beads - second hand or new
- Tube of E6000 glue
- Fine tapestry needle
- A chain if you choose to make a pendant.
- Jewellery pliers (only if you have some already)
Jill will supply a variety of forms/shapes to cover with crochet. Small packets of beads and findings will be available for a donation. Some jewellery tools. Patterns will be available to download to a smart phone or with prior arrangement can be printed.
Please note: This session will be delivered in-person only - no online offering will be made available.
Sessions run concurrently on each day, so please only choose one full-day session OR no more than one each morning or afternoon sessions per day!
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