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Scrapbooking ~ Papercrafts ~ Mixed Media Shows

Highlights from the Pakenham Show

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The From Picture to Page and Beyond Papercraft Show returned to Pakenham on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May 2025, transforming the Cardinia Cultural Centre into a vibrant celebration of papercraft, scrapbooking, and mixed media art. Over two fun-filled days, crafters of all ages and skill levels came together to share their passion, get inspired, and explore the latest trends in the creative world.

Visitors enjoyed a wide range of hands-on experiences, including make-and-take projects, mini-classes, and demonstrations by talented expert crafters. It was the perfect opportunity to try new techniques, ask questions, and get tips directly from the pros.

The show was also a shopper’s paradise, with stalls packed full of crafting supplies, tools, and exclusive products from much-loved retailers and local traders. The warm, welcoming atmosphere made it easy for everyone to mingle, swap ideas, and connect with fellow creative minds.

A highlight of the weekend was our “Autumn Palette” ATC (Artist Trading Card) swap, which brought together a wonderful group of participants to share and exchange their miniature works of art. The creativity on display was truly heartwarming!

Whether you’re a passionate papercrafter, an experienced scrapbooker, or just curious about getting started, the Pakenham Papercraft Show offered something special for everyone. We can’t wait to see you at the next show!

Here are a few of the highlights with our fantastic crafting community and retailers!

  • P2PCrafts Retailers Lanyards

And a few more!

  • Live, Love & Craft Papercrafts

A few of the fabulous CLASSES that were held throughout the two day event! There were SO many activities that we didn’t get photos of all of them!

  • Stampin' Up! Make and Take

And our lovely venue – the Cardinia Cultural Centre

  • Papercrafts Show at the Cardinia Cultural Centre, Pakenham

A HUGE T-H-A-N-K Y-O-U to all of the crafters and retailers who attended our papercrafts show! We had crafters from all across Melbourne and further afield.

It was lovely to catch up with many of you and meet many more for the first time. To put faces to names I have only seen on Facebook or on emails; to hear of your crafting achievements and life challenges. We really do have a fabulous community of crafters!

I would LOVE to keep in touch via our Facebook Group Papercraft Posse.

x Michelle.

Classes, Make and Takes, and Demonstrations at the Pakenham Papercraft Show

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We are delighted to be returning to the Cardinia Cultural Centre and there is NOTHING like getting hands on at a craft show! And this range of fabulous Classes, Make and Takes, and demonstrations brought to you by our wonderful retailers, who will certainly have something for everyone!

Click here to get details for the Pakenham show

CLASSES at the Pakenham Show

Classes are run by retailers, at their stands, across both days of the Pakenham From Picture to Page Papercraft Show. For a small fee, you can create the projects shown, under the guidance of our talented tutors. Bookings are suggested; see below for whether you can book in online, before the show, or book in with the retailer, once at the show.

Dawn Lewis Imagery

Dawn and her team are running two classes across both days – Get start with Copics & Get started with Distress Inks – details

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Scrap with Friends

Rose is running classes – Slimline Foldout Album – details

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Creative Memories

Rae & Megan are running a class using the Simple Kits – See details

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Jcraft

Jannette and her team are running two class; one on Saturday and one on Sunday, featuring Julie Hickey Designs – see details

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Handmade Haven

Julie is running a class – Introduction to Stitchables – see details

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Mixed Media Art

The Mixed Media Art team will be running a class – Square mixed media book – See Details

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Victorian Parchment Retreats

Pat and the team are running a class – details to come

Make and Takes

Make and Takes are free sessions where you create a small project – they give you a chance to get hands-on and learn a range of papercraft techniques. See retailers for bookings at their stands.

Handmade Haven

Julie is runing a Make & Take each morning – Details

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Stampin Up

Lynette and team are running a Make and Take – Sailboat card – See Details

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A Paper Experience

Kerri is offering a Make and Take – Bendi Cards – see details

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Demonstrations

Demonstrations give you the opportunity to watch our fantastic retailers show off their newest craft products, as well as the chance to ask questions about what they are doing!

We are looking forward to seeing demonstrations from the following retailers:

  • Catchy Crafts
  • Craftzone
  • Creative Memories
  • Jcraft
  • Live, Love & Craft Papercrafts
  • Scrap with Friends

Click HERE to see the full list of retailers who are exhibiting at the Pakenham From Picture to Page show.

Saturday 17 May, 9am to 4pm
Sunday 18 May, 10am to 4pm

Cardinia Cultural Centre Lakeside Boulevard, Pakenham

You can buy tickets at the door (cash and EFTPOS available) or online

One day pass $15
Two Day pass $20
or buy tickets online.

Click here to see all of the details of the ATC Swap, at 2pm each day.

Pakenham Papercrafts Show ~ Retailers Announced for 2025

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Get ready to unleash your creativity, because the From Picture to Page team is back and more inspiring than ever! Join us at the vibrant Cardinia Cultural Centre for the highly anticipated Pakenham From Picture to Page and Beyond show — a joyful celebration of all things papercraft, mixed media art, and scrapbooking. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just beginning your creative journey, this event is your chance to explore new techniques, discover exciting products, and connect with a warm and welcoming community of makers.

Mark your calendars for a full weekend of crafty fun: Saturday 17 May from 9am to 4pm, and Sunday 18 May from 10am to 4pm. We can’t wait to create with you!

Buy your tickets online OR at the door [cash & EFTPOS available]

Details on Getting There

New & Returning Exhibitors

Dawn Lewis Imagery

We are delighted to welcome Dawn and her team to the Pakenham show; they are running two classes across both days – details

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Parchment Down Under

Excited to welcome Sandra to our From Picture to Page family – details

Nat Scraps

Natalie is returning to the Pakenham show with her range papercrafting goodies – details

Victorian Parchment Retreats

Pat and the team are back after missing a year with us – details

Our Favourite Exhibitors

A Paper Experience

Kerri from A Paper Experience will be attending the show and will be offering a Make and Take – see details

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Scrap with Friends

We are delighted to welcome Rose to the Pakenham papercraft show, plus they are running classes – details

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Creative Memories

Rae & Megan will join us at the Pakenham show with their Creative Memories expertise and they will be doing product Demonstrations and running a class – See details

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Smoosh & Smudge

Jen and Jo are returning to the show – see details

Stampin Up

Lynette will be representing Stampin up and you can join in their Make and Take – See Details

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Craftzone

Mary and her Craftzone team will be at the show and will be running demonstrations – see details

Jcraft

Jannette and her team will be running two class plus demonstrations – see details

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Handmade Haven

Julie will be at the show with her products and running a class, as well as a Make and Take – see details

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Live Love & Craft Papercrafts

Suzy has an impressive range of Planner products: see her at the show for your planner needs – see details

Catchy Crafts

Doug and Dina with the Catchy Crafts team will be at the Pakenham Show – see details

Bellbird Paperarts

Cathy is returning to the Pakenham show – details

PaperSource

The PaperSource team will be at the show – see details

Mixed Media Art

Michelle and the Mixed Media Art team will be at the show and will be running a class – See Details

Tickets: One day crafters pass just $15
Get your one or two day passes – click here to buy tickets online
Tickets will be available at the door – cash and EFT available

Details of getting to the Pakenham show – click here

Class and Make & Takes details – more details soon

ATC Swap – Autumn Palette theme – details here

ATC Swap @ Pakenham

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For the second year running, we are delighted to be holding our ATC Swap again at the Pakenham From Picture to Page show. It’s a chance to get inspired, meet like-minded crafters and share a little piece of art.

Swap details

WHERE: Pakenham From Picture to Page show, Cardinia Cultural Centre ~ foyer
WHEN: 2pm on both Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May
WHAT WILL HAPPEN: Bring your ATCs and swap them with other like-minded crafters attending the papercraft show

THEME: Autumn Palette
[NOTE: if you would prefer to ignore the theme and do your own thing – that’s FINE too!! All styles welcome]

These colours have been inspired by the ColorCube Volume 1 No. 143, No. 067 & No. 142

What’s an ATC?

An ATC – Artist Trading Card – is a small piece of artwork that is created and shared with other crafters. They must be 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ or 64mm x 89mm in size. They can be in either portrait or landscape orientation. Most often they are in portrait so they can be displayed in swap card or traditional sports trading card folders.

Other than the size, there are no rules in creating your ATCs. You can use any materials on the fronts; any colours and any images. Some more formal swaps may have themes or rules to use a certain company’s products. We are running a theme of SPRING – think bright colours and flowers and butterflies. However, if you would prefer to ignore the theme and do your own thing – that’s FINE too!! All styles welcome!

On the back of your ATC, it is usual to add your name and contact details – we have created a template that you can print and cut other to stick onto the back. Click and download now!

NOTE: These ATCs are not meant to be sold, only swapped and collected for inspiration and to commentate an event!

What is an ATC swap?

An ATC swap is an organised event where ATCs can be swapped with other crafters. These can be done through the post – there are LOTS of ATC swapping groups.

Alternatively, ATCs can be swapped at craft events, like the From Picture to Page papercraft show! They are a great way to start conversations with other crafters, as well as collecting mementos from the show.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs

I still don’t get it – what’s the point of an ATC?

Think of them like a crafters business card or like Taylor Swifts bracelet swaps – they are a momento to be swapped and a way to make new friends.

How many ATCs should I make?

In the past, when ATCS swaps were at their peak, we would make up to 100 cards. We are not sure we will need that many for this swap – we would suggest making 10 to 20.
NOTE they don’t need to be all the same – Click here to see helpful tips on creating LOTS of ATCs

Click here for all of the Pakenham show details

Bendigo Show Highlights

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The From Picture to Page and Beyond Papercraft show in Bendigo, held on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 March 2025, was a vibrant celebration of papercraft, mixed media, and scrapbooking. Taking place at the Bendigo Showgrounds, the event gathered crafters of all ages for two exciting days of creativity. Attendees enjoyed hands-on activities such as make-and-take sessions, mini-classes, and inspiring demonstrations by expert crafters.

The show was a hub for shopping the latest crafting supplies, meeting friendly traders, and soaking in a buzzing atmosphere of creativity and camaraderie. It was the ideal space for crafters to connect, create, and discover new ideas.

A standout feature of the event was our Things with Wings ATC swap, which saw a lovely turnout of enthusiastic crafters exchanging these charming little artworks!

Here are a few of the highlights with our fantastic crafting community and retailers!

  • Our Creative Director - Michelle

And some more!

  • Victorian Parchment Retreats

And just a selection of the fabulous CLASSES that were held throughout the two day event!

  • Jcraft class

And a HUGE T-H-A-N-K Y-O-U to all of the crafters and retailers who attended the event! We had crafters from the local Bendigo region, as well as people from Warrnambool, Ararat, Shepparton, Geelong, Seymour, Gippsland and all across Melbourne!

It was so wonderful to catch up with all of you! To put faces to names I have only seen on Facebook or on emails; to hear of your crafting achievements and life challenges. We really do have a fabulous community of crafters!

I would LOVE to keep in touch via our Facebook Group Papercraft Posse.

x Michelle.

Classes, Make and Takes, and Demonstrations at the Bendigo Papercraft Show

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We are so excited to be back at the Bendigo Showgrounds and there is NOTHING like getting hands on at a craft show! And this range of fabulous Classes, Make and Takes, and demonstrations brought to you by our wonderful retailers, who will certainly have something for everyone!

Click here to get details for the Bendigo show

Classes

“Classes” are run by retailers, at their stands, across both days of the Bendigo From Picture to Page Papercraft Show. For a small fee, you can create the projects shown, under the guidance of our talented tutors. Bookings are suggested; see below for whether you can book in online, before the show, or book in with the retailer, once at the show.

Jcraft

The Jcraft team are running two different classes; one on Friday and one on Saturday – details

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Stampin’ Up!

Simone and Juliana will represent the Stampin’ Up team and they will run a mini-class ~ “Delightfull Wishes Shadow Box Card” – details

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Creative Memories

Raelene, with Creative Memories, will be running two different classes ~ a scrapbooking layout class and a card making class – see details

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Mixed Media Art

The Mixed Media Art team will be running a mini-class throughout the two days to create this fun Envelope booklet – more details

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Eclectic Images

The Eclectic Images team will be running a Mini Class ~ Watercolour Bliss – more details

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Scrapbooking N Craft

Mel is running three different classes – click here for details

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Victorian Parchment Retreats

Pat will be running classes – details to come

Make and Takes

“Make and Takes” are free sessions where you create a small project – they give you a chance to get hands-on and learn a range of papercraft techniques. See retailers for bookings at their stands.

Mixed Media Art

The MMA team will be creating a cute project using their DIY Square envelope template – details

Demonstrations

We are looking forward to seeing demonstrations from the following retailers:

  • Eclectic Images
  • Craftzone
  • AZZA Pacific

Click HERE to see the full list of retailers who are exhibiting at the Bendigo From Picture to Page show.

Friday 28 March 9:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday 29 March 9:00am – 4:00pm

You can buy tickets at the door (cash and EFTPOS available) or online

One day pass $10
Two Day pass $15
or buy tickets online.

Click here to see all of the details of the ATC Swap

Bendigo Papercraft Show ~ Retailers Announced 2025

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We are delighted to be returning to Bendigo for our annual Bendigo Papercraft Show. We will be at the Bendigo Showgrounds on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 March with a fantastic lineup of retailers. There will be mini classes, product demonstrations and Make and Takes for you to partake in. As well as a huge range and variety of crafting products to buy to add to your stash.

Get all the details here
Get your tickets online here

Friday 28 March, 2025 – 9am to 4pm
Saturday 29 March, 2025 – 9am to 4pm

Bendigo Showgrounds
42-72 Holmes Rd, North Bendigo VIC 3550

Our Fabulous Retailers

Victorian Parchment Retreats

Pat is bringing her extensive range of parchment and handmade crafts to the Bendigo show – details

Craftzone

Mary, Bill and the Craftzone team will once again be attending the Bendigo Show. They will be running demonstrations across the two days – more details

AZZA

Ruth and the AZZA team will bring along their unique scrapbooking techniques to share with you – more details

Jcraft

Jannette and her team will be running a mini class – see details

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Stampin’ Up

Simone and Juliana will represent the Stampin’ Up team will be at the show with their latest products and they will run a mini-class – more details

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Smooth & Smudge

[formally Peninsula Paper Craft Boutique]
Jen and Jasmine will once again be travelling up to Bendigo – more details

Creative Memories

Raelene will be representing Creative Memories, with the latest products for you to see and buy, and will be running two different classes – see details

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Bellbird Paperarts

Cathy is returning to the Bendigo show – details

Eclectic Images

Let’s welcome Cathy and her team will be at the show and of course they will be running a Mini Class and Cathy will be demonstrating her unique stamps in some creative ways – more details

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Scrapbooking N Craft

So happy to announce Mel is returning to the Bendigo show with her unique range of stencils, chipboard and more, plus running THREE different classes – details

Mixed Media Art

Michelle and the Mixed Media Art team will be at the show and running both a Make and Take and and a mini-class throughout the two days – more details

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Catering by Something Sweet!

Sahara will be supplying us with some yummy treats and of course COFFEE! – See details

Get your tickets here

Learn about the ATC Swap HERE

ATC Swap @ Bendigo

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We are excited to be holding our ATC Swap again at the Bendigo From Picture to Page show. It’s a chance to meet like-minded crafters and share a little piece of art.

Swap details

WHERE: Bendigo From Picture to Page show, Bendigo Showgrounds ~ seating area
WHEN: 2pm on both Friday 28 and Saturday 29 March
WHAT WILL HAPPEN: Bring your ATCs and swap them with other like-minded crafters attending the papercraft show

THEME: Things with Wings
[NOTE: if you would prefer to ignore the theme and do your own thing – that’s FINE too!! All styles welcome]

What’s an ATC?

An ATC – Artist Trading Card – is a small piece of artwork that is created and shared with other crafters. They must be 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ or 64mm x 89mm in size. They can be in either portrait or landscape orientation. Most often they are in portrait so they can be displayed in swap card or traditional sports trading card folders.

Other than the size, there are no rules in creating your ATCs. You can use any materials on the fronts; any colours and any images. Some more formal swaps may have themes or rules to use a certain company’s products. We are running a theme of SPRING – think bright colours and flowers and butterflies. However, if you would prefer to ignore the theme and do your own thing – that’s FINE too!! All styles welcome!

On the back of your ATC, it is usual to add your name and contact details – we have created a template that you can print and cut other to stick onto the back. Click and download now!

NOTE: These ATCs are not meant to be sold, only swapped and collected for inspiration and to commentate an event!

What is an ATC swap?

An ATC swap is an organised event where ATCs can be swapped with other crafters. These can be done through the post – there are LOTS of ATC swapping groups.

Alternatively, ATCs can be swapped at craft events, like the From Picture to Page papercraft show! They are a great way to start conversations with other crafters, as well as collecting mementos from the show.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs

I still don’t get it – what’s the point of an ATC?

Think of them like a crafters business card or like Taylor Swifts bracelet swaps – they are a momento to be swapped and a way to make new friends.

How many ATCs should I make?

In the past, when ATCS swaps were at their peak, we would make up to 100 cards. We are not sure we will need that many for this swap – we would suggest making 20 to 30.
NOTE they don’t need to be all the same – Click here to see helpful tips on creating LOTS of ATCs

Click here for all of the Bendigo show details

From Picture to Page 2025 dates announced

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After much reflection and deliberation, we are happy to be announcing our events calendar for 2025! We have updated our calendars with these magnificent events so we can continue to NURTURE YOUR CREATIVITY throughout the upcoming year, and continue to be your papercrafts events of choice!

Bendigo Show – Friday 28 & Saturday 29 March 2025
Pakenham Show – Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 May 2025
P2PCrafts Destash – Saturday 28 June 2025
Sandown Show – Friday 10 & Saturday 11 October 2025

We are excited to be returning to Bendigo after a year’s absence, in March, at a weekend later in the month to allow for the Train & Hobby show, Stampin’ Up!’s big event and the venue availability. We will be back at the air-conditioned Bendigo Events & Exhibition Complex, at the showgrounds.

The Pakenham and Sandown shows will remain on the same dates, on their traditional weekends, at the same venues.

We will hold one Destash on Saturday 28 June to give our wonderful crafting community a chance to rehome their unwanted craft supplies as well as grabbing a bargain! Applications will open in May.

Ticket prices have also been reviewed! There will be one ticket price that offers the value you have come to know and love with the From Picture to Page Papercraft shows!

Bendigo show tickets – $10
Pakenham & Sandown tickets – $15
Two day passes will also be available. No further discounts will apply.

Until then, join us over on the Papercraft Posse Facebook Page to share your current projects, ask question of the over 1,000 crafters and retailers, and continue to be part of the From Picture to Page crafting community.

And finally, a HUGE T-H-A-N-K Y-O-U to all of our wonderful retailers who continue to support our events, and to YOU our crafting community, who continue to encourage and inspire us throughout the year!

Much love,
Michelle

Highlights from the Sandown show

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The From Picture to Page and Beyond Papercraft show Sandown held on October 11 & 12, 2024, was a joyful celebration of all things papercraft, mixed media, and scrapbooking. Held at Sandown Raceway, it brought together crafters of all ages for two days of crafting fun. The event was filled with hands-on activities like make-and-take sessions, mini-classes, and engaging demonstrations by expert crafters. Attendees shopped for the latest crafting supplies, met friendly traders, and enjoyed a creative atmosphere buzzing with inspiration and crafty camaraderie. It was the perfect place for crafters to connect, create, and explore.

One of the highlights of the show was our Spring-themed ATC swap, with lots of enthusiastic crafters joining in the making and swapping of these run little artworks!

Here are a few of the highlights with our fantastic crafting community and retailers!

  • Excited crafters!

And some more!

  • Crazy Cats Mixed Media

More of our fabulous retailers!

  • Cardmakers

And a few other snaps!

  • PaperStop

And a HUGE thank you to our golf cart sponsor Couture Creations

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That’s a WRAP for another year!
Keep in touch via our Facebook Group Papercraft Posse.