SIMPLY INSPIRATIONAL QUILTS & CRAFT
Saturday August 2, 9.30am – 4pm
Sunday August 3, 9.30am – 3pm
The Rotary Club of Gympie is proud to, once again, present an impressive showcase of contemporary, inspirational and traditional quilts and craft, with some great surprises thrown into the mix.
Come along and see if you agree with the judge’s choice of “Best of Show” ($500 Prize), sponsored by a sponsor, “People’s Choice” ($200 Prize) sponsored by a sponsor and Highly Commended and Commended Awards.
Qld Quilters – Challenge Quilts
A major travelling exhibition has been secured to be exhibited throughout the weekend. Comprising of 49 quilts, the challenge had entrants competing across three sections – amateur, junior and professional.
Focusing around a fabric theme, the challenge features the print pictured right, from the Imperial Collection 7 by Robert Kaufman. Guidelines involve creating a 50cm x 70cm quilt using any quilting technique, manipulation and embellishment, with at least 20% of the finished quilt featuring the selected challenge fabric.
Crafters Markets
Over 40 stalls in the venue offer a huge range of craft supplies, the best in materials and fabrics, notions, books, beads…. everything for the quilter, artist and home sewer.
CHARITY AUCTION – presented by Tom Grady Rural & Real Estate
Viewing: Saturday August 2, 9.30am – noon
Auction: Saturday August 2, commencing noon
Raising funds for Little Haven Palliative Care, this auction, conducted by a leading professional auctioneer, will include a range of quality items: antiques; collectibles; furniture; period items; china and glassware; diverse household goods and more. Some items with reserves. Some donated items , some sold on commission.
If you have items you would like to donate items or sell on commission, please download the Auction PDF for details and entry form, or call 0409 621 232.
VINTAGE CAR EXPO – presented by a sponsor
Sunday August 3, 9.30am – 3pm
Come along and see this great collection of vintage vehicles!
GROWERS & MAKERS MARKET – presented by a sponsor
Saturday August 2, 9.30am – 4pm
This year, the event will expand to include a SATURDAY GROWERS, MAKERS, VINTAGE & COLLECTIBLES OPEN-AIR MARKET.
Enjoy a selection of fresh and tasty local produce straight from the farm; local artisans offering their special craft; an alluring mix of fine old things, memorabilia and preloved treasures to delight collectors, bargain hunters and Sunday strollers.
COUNTRY CAFE… delicious indulgences
Saturday August 2 & Sunday August 3
Enjoy morning/afternoon tea, a very naughty cake with a hot cappuccino or a relaxing cuppa with a delicious country lunch. The cafe operates all day on both days of the event. No bookings required…. and definitely no diets!
Catering by Little Haven Palliative Care.
CATTLEMEN’S BAR
Saturday August 2 & Sunday August 3
Relax and enjoy yourself – drinks served by Rotarians to the verandah and outdoor undercover dining areas.
Proceeds benefit Little Haven Palliative Care.
