Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair Returns with Four Days of Creativity, Inspiration and Hands-On Experiences
Australia's leading craft and quilting event, the Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair, will return to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from Wednesday 9 to Saturday 12 September 2026, bringing together makers, artists, educators and specialist retailers from across the country.
Presented annually by Expertise Events, the Fair offers four days of creativity, learning, shopping and community, with experiences spanning quilting, sewing, embroidery, knitting, crochet, papercraft, jewellery making, cake decorating and a wide range of creative hobbies.
Whether visitors are experienced makers, complete beginners or simply looking for a new creative outlet, the Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair provides an opportunity to discover new products, learn practical skills and connect with Victoria's vibrant crafting community.
Celebrated Guest Artist Natalie Jayne Joins the 2026 Fair
Contemporary alcohol ink and collage artist Natalie Jayne will appear as the Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair's 2026 Guest Artist.
Known for her colourful and expressive work, Natalie combines alcohol ink and collage techniques to create contemporary pieces that encourage artists to experiment with colour, texture and new creative approaches.
Visitors will be able to view Natalie's work, hear about her creative process and gain inspiration for their own artistic practice.
New Cake Decorating and Sugar Art Pavilion
Expanding beyond the Fair's traditional quilting and sewing foundations, the 2026 event will introduce a new Cake Decorating & Sugar Art Pavilion, presented by Cake Alley.
The dedicated pavilion will celebrate the creativity and technical skill involved in cake decorating and sugar artistry, giving visitors the opportunity to discover new techniques, products and inspiration from this growing creative category.
The new pavilion joins an extensive program of interactive areas and displays designed to encourage visitors to try something new.
Interactive Experiences for Every Kind of Maker
Visitors can take part in Make & Takes, workshops, demonstrations and seminars throughout the four-day event.
Feature areas will include:
Presented annually by Expertise Events, the Fair offers four days of creativity, learning, shopping and community, with experiences spanning quilting, sewing, embroidery, knitting, crochet, papercraft, jewellery making, cake decorating and a wide range of creative hobbies.
Whether visitors are experienced makers, complete beginners or simply looking for a new creative outlet, the Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair provides an opportunity to discover new products, learn practical skills and connect with Victoria's vibrant crafting community.
Celebrated Guest Artist Natalie Jayne Joins the 2026 Fair
Contemporary alcohol ink and collage artist Natalie Jayne will appear as the Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair's 2026 Guest Artist.
Known for her colourful and expressive work, Natalie combines alcohol ink and collage techniques to create contemporary pieces that encourage artists to experiment with colour, texture and new creative approaches.
Visitors will be able to view Natalie's work, hear about her creative process and gain inspiration for their own artistic practice.
New Cake Decorating and Sugar Art Pavilion
Expanding beyond the Fair's traditional quilting and sewing foundations, the 2026 event will introduce a new Cake Decorating & Sugar Art Pavilion, presented by Cake Alley.
The dedicated pavilion will celebrate the creativity and technical skill involved in cake decorating and sugar artistry, giving visitors the opportunity to discover new techniques, products and inspiration from this growing creative category.
The new pavilion joins an extensive program of interactive areas and displays designed to encourage visitors to try something new.
Interactive Experiences for Every Kind of Maker
Visitors can take part in Make & Takes, workshops, demonstrations and seminars throughout the four-day event.
Feature areas will include:
- The free, drop-in Craft Bar
- Studio Workshops
- Skills Studio demonstrations and skills-building sessions
- The Knitters Lounge
- Make & Take activities
- Seminars and live demonstrations
- Sewing machine demonstrations featuring the latest technology
- Creative displays and specialist shopping
Major sewing machine brands will showcase their latest equipment and innovations, with opportunities for visitors to see the technology in action and compare machines before purchasing.
Victorian Quilters Showcase
A highlight of the Fair will be the Victorian Quilters Showcase, featuring an inspiring collection of quilts that celebrate craftsmanship, imagination and textile artistry.
From traditional techniques to contemporary designs, the showcase will demonstrate the remarkable creativity of Victorian quilters and provide inspiration for makers of every experience level.
Visitors will also be able to shop for fabrics, patterns, tools, yarn, equipment and creative supplies from specialist exhibitors travelling from around Australia.
Bring Someone Under 30 for Free
To encourage a new generation of makers to discover the joy of creativity, the Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair is offering a free ticket for an accompanying guest aged under 30.
Customers purchasing an Adult One-Day or Concession ticket online can select the option, "I would like to book an Under 30's Ticket", enter their guest's details and redeem the complimentary ticket at the Craft & Quilt Fair Help Desk.
The Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair will take place from 9–12 September 2026 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf.
Early bird ticket pricing is available until Wednesday 12 August 2026. Visitors are encouraged to book early, particularly for the popular VIP ticket experience.
Event Details
What: Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair 2026
When: Wednesday 9 September to Saturday 12 September 2026
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Victoria
www.craftfair.com.au/melbourne
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