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In 2009, we look forward to some exciting developments for the AQC.

As you probably know, we are moving to a larger venue – Melbourne’s beautiful Royal Exhibition Building at Carlton Gardens, which we’re sure will provide a magnificent setting for the event. We are already picturing the many pieces of superb textile work against the grand backdrop of iconic architecture….

In contrast to this sojourn into history, we are bringing the booking system very much into the present day. This year, class bookings can be made right here online, giving you instant information about whether classes are available and allowing you to secure places immediately. Of course, we will all still be here at the end of the phone should you need to talk to a real person.

So, take your time and browse the site to find out more about the wonderful tutors and classes this year, and enjoy making your selections.
We look forward to Melbourne in 2009.

See you there!

NEWSFLASH!!!
Convention class places still available with the following tutors:
* Esther Aliu
* Kim Bradley - only 2 spots left!
* Dijanne Cevaal - only 3 spots left!
* Brigitte Giblin
* Velda Newman
* Caroline Price
* Brenda Gael Smith
* Michelle Yeo

Dates
February 26 - March 1, 2009

Open Times
Open 10am - 4.30pm daily

Venue
Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens,
Melbourne

Expo Daily Admission
Adults $14; Seniors, age and disability pensioners $12;
Children (5-16 years) $7, under 5 years FREE.
(daily admission includes entry to exhibitor seminars)
All prices include GST
Group tickets $11 (per person for 10 or more).
To book a group, click here for the group booking form.

Contact details

For all general visitor enquiries, please contact the AQC Team

email: aqc@expertiseevents.com.au
phone: +61 2 9452 7575
fax: +61 2 9975 3707

Expertise Events
PO Box 6053
Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
AUSTRALIA

Images from top: King David's Crown by Michelle Yeo,
Carmen Miranda by Brigitte Giblin, Gorgeous Geraniums by Caroline Price

NEW Feature for AQC!
Babbarra Textile Artists

Women from the Babbarra Women’s Centre, Arnhem Land, NT, will display their indigenous textile art. The work of the Babbarra Designs’ textile artists depicts the landscape, dreamtime stories, spirit beings, bush foods and bush crafts from central Arnhem Land.

The women produce lino-tile designs printed on fabric, each unique with varying tile and colour combinations. Other works include printing, hand painting, screen printing, tie-dyeing and sewing.

We hope you will take the time to view this exhibition, meet some of the women and see demonstrations.

CONGRATULATIONS to Westalee Designs!
Bill and Leonie West launched their Adjustable Rulers in April this year. They have just appeared on the New Inventors Grand Final and thanks to support by quilters around Australia, Leonie won the People's Choice Series Final!

The Rulers are designed to provide accurate repetition when cutting squares, rectangles, diamonds and triangles. The ruler is two piece and has a locking, adjustable fabric guide. They are easy to use and the results are excellent.

Leonie will be at AQC in 2009 and will carry out demonstrations during the day at the stands of Logan's Patchwork, Punch with Judy and Catharina's Country Collection.

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In 2009, we look forward to some exciting developments for the AQC. As you probably know, we are moving to a larger venue – Melbourne’s beautiful Royal Exhibition Building at Carlton Gardens, which we’re sure will provide a magnificent setting for the event. We are already picturing the many pieces of superb textile work against the grand backdrop of iconic architecture…. In contrast to this sojourn into history, we are bringing the booking system very much into the present day. This year, class bookings can be made right here online, giving you instant information about whether classes are available and allowing you to secure places immediately. Of course, we will all still be here at the end of the phone should you need to talk to a real person. So, take your time and browse the site to find out more about the wonderful tutors and classes this year, and enjoy making your selections. We look forward to Melbourne in 2009. See you there! NEWSFLASH!!! Convention class places still available with the following tutors: * Esther Aliu * Kim Bradley - only 2 spots left! * Dijanne Cevaal - only 3 spots left! * Brigitte Giblin * Velda Newman * Caroline Price * Brenda Gael Smith * Michelle Yeo Dates February 26 - March 1, 2009 Open Times Open 10am - 4.30pm daily Venue Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens, Melbourne Expo Daily Admission Adults $14; Seniors, age and disability pensioners $12; Children (5-16 years) $7, under 5 years FREE. (daily admission includes entry to exhibitor seminars) All prices include GST Group tickets $11 (per person for 10 or more). To book a group, click here for the group booking form. Contact details For all general visitor enquiries, please contact the AQC Team email: aqc@expertiseevents.com.au phone: +61 2 9452 7575 fax: +61 2 9975 3707 Expertise Events PO Box 6053 Frenchs Forest NSW 2086 AUSTRALIA Images from top: King David's Crown by Michelle Yeo, Carmen Miranda by Brigitte Giblin, Gorgeous Geraniums by Caroline Price NEW Feature for AQC! Babbarra Textile Artists Women from the Babbarra Women’s Centre, Arnhem Land, NT, will display their indigenous textile art. The work of the Babbarra Designs’ textile artists depicts the landscape, dreamtime stories, spirit beings, bush foods and bush crafts from central Arnhem Land. The women produce lino-tile designs printed on fabric, each unique with varying tile and colour combinations. Other works include printing, hand painting, screen printing, tie-dyeing and sewing. We hope you will take the time to view this exhibition, meet some of the women and see demonstrations. CONGRATULATIONS to Westalee Designs! Bill and Leonie West launched their Adjustable Rulers in April this year. They have just appeared on the New Inventors Grand Final and thanks to support by quilters around Australia, Leonie won the People's Choice Series Final! The Rulers are designed to provide accurate repetition when cutting squares, rectangles, diamonds and triangles. The ruler is two piece and has a locking, adjustable fabric guide. They are easy to use and the results are excellent. Leonie will be at AQC in 2009 and will carry out demonstrations during the day at the stands of Logan's Patchwork, Punch with Judy and Catharina's Country Collection.