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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.

Make and Takes & Classes at Sandown

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There is NOTHING like getting hands on at a craft show! And this range of fabulous Make and Takes, classes and demonstrations brought to you by our wonderful retailers will certainly have something for everyone!

Click here to get details for the Sandown show

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.

A Paper Experience

A Paper Experience are running a Make and Take – details

Hobby Hoppers

Trish and the team are making cute cards with their Make and Take – details

Handmade Haven

Julie is running an ATC Make & Take – details

Mixed Media Art

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

Classes

“Classes” are run by retailers, at their stands, across both days of the Sandown 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.

Stampin’ Up!

Stampin’ Up! are running two different classes, each making 2 cards: book at the stand – details

Triple floating diamond fun fold card – 1

Creative Memories

Creative Memories are running scrapbooking classes; bookings at the stand – details

Crazy Cats Mixed Media

Crazy Cats Mixed Media are running junk journal classes; book at stand – details

Eclectic Images

Eclectic Images are running demonstrations and card classes – Merry & Mischievous: book online or at the stand – details and bookings

Craftzone

Craftzone are bringing a special guest to the year’s Sandown show, and running a class “Ink blending; 2 ways” – for details and to book online

Victorian Parchment Retreats

Victorian Parchment Retreats are running card classes and making two different cards; book at stand – details

Jcraft

Jcraft are running TWO different classes on Friday and Saturday – details

Shaz it up a bit with Cricut

Shaz and Molly are running four different classes, that will run on both Friday & Saturday; bok now or at the stand – details

Aster & Anne

Jennifer is running a class, so you can get hands-on to craft your very own stylish little pouch; book now or at the stand – details

Demonstrations

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

  • Eclectic Images
  • Jcraft
  • Catchy Crafts
  • Craftzone
  • RMIT Visual Art Students
  • Shaz it up a bit!

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

Friday 11 October 9:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday 12 October 9:00am – 4:00pm

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

One day pass $18
Two Day pass $25
or buy tickets online.

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

ATC Swap @ Sandown

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With so many requests to hold our ATC Swap again, the P2PCrafts team are EXCITED to announce that we WILL host an ATC Swap at the Sandown From Picture to Page show.

Swap details

WHERE: Sandown From Picture to Page show, Sandown Raceway ~ Show entrance
WHEN: 2pm on both Friday 11 and Saturday 12 October
WHAT WILL HAPPEN: Bring your ATCs and swap them with other like-minded crafters attending the papercraft show

THEME: SPRING! Think bright colours and flowers and butterflies – all things SPRING!
[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

Sandown Papercraft Show – Retailers Announced

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We are delighted to be returning to the Sandown Raceway for another weekend of fantastic paper crafting, full of inspiration, classes and catching up with crafty friends at the Sandown From Picture to Page Papercrafts Show! And remember to check back here for regular updates, as class details come in!

New Retailers & Exhibitors

Shaz it up a bit with Cricut & Harvey Norman Dandenong

We welcome Shaz and Molly to the Sandown show, where they will be running Cricut classes and demonstrations across the two days! Plus Harvey Norman Dandenong will be ther with their FULL range of Cricut machines and accessories – Details

Couture Creations

We are delighted to announce Couture Creations are sponsoring our golf cart, to help you get around the Sandown grounds! Click here for details.

Our favourite returning retailers

Victorian Parchment Retreats

Pat and the Victorian Parchment team are returning with a variety of card classes – details

A Paper Experience

Kerri and the team are back at the Sandown and running a Make and Take class – details

Handmade Haven

Julie and the Handmade Haven team are running a free Make and Take – details

Catchy Crafts

We are delighted to see the smiley faces of Catchy Craft team; they are running demonstrations – details

Bellbird Papercrafts

Cathy and the Bellbirds team are back – details

Eclectic Images

Cathy and the Eclectic team are running demonstrations and classes across the weekend – details

Craftzone

Mary, Bill and the Craftzone team are bring a special guest to the year’s Sandown show – details

Crazy Cats Mixed Media

Fiona and the Crazy Cats team are heading back to the Sandown show and running classes – details

Stampin’ Up!

Janine and team are here to share the latest Stampin’ Up! range with you, plus running classes – details

Creative Memories

Rae & Megan are running scrapbooking classes across the weekend – details

Jcraft

Welcoming the pink ladies of Jcraft back to Sandown, where they will be running demonstrations and classes – details

Mixed Media Art

The Mixed Media Art team are at the show with their range of mixed media projects and will be running a Mand and Take – details

Hobby Hoppers

Get your fix of Washi tape and more with the Hobby Hoppers team, and jump onto their Make and Take! – details

PaperStop

Stock up on your cardstock and envelopes with Steve – details

Live Love & Craft Papercraft

Catch up with Suzy and her fabulous range of Planner accessories – details

Aster & Anne

Delighted to have Jennifer return with her unique range of craft kits and a class – details

Cardmakers

Get all of your card making supplies – details

Katies Patchwork & Sweets

Karen and Sid are joining us with a range of patchwork products and something to keep our sweet tooths happy – details

Fundraiser ~ RMIT Students ~ Visual Artists

We are delighted to welcome a team of RMIT students studying visual arts, who are raising funds to support their end-of-year art exhibition – details

Catering

Little Box Brownie

Sophia and her team are joining us to provide COFFEE, hot chocolate, Chai and TEA! Along with a delicious selection of brownies and cake.  See the Little Box Brownie Facebook page.

Food Van

An additional food van will also be onsite to keep us fed as we explore and create across the two days! More details to come!

Get your tickets

Getting to the Sandown show & details

Click HERE to see Class and Make & Take details

ATC Swap @ Sandown

With so many requests to hold our ATC Swap again, the P2PCrafts team are EXCITED to announce that we WILL host an ATC Swap at the Sandown From Picture to Page show.

THEME: SPRING! Think bright colours and flowers and butterflies – all things SPRING! Come along and share in the magic of an ATC Swap! Click for details!

Mid Year Update – July 2024

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Hello crafters, with so much going on at P2PCrafts HQ, we wanted to share an update.

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Mid Year Update highlights:

  • Online show has been cancelled
  • Sandown exhibitor applications open this week
  • Exploring a return to Bendigo in 2025
  • Train & Hobby show – 15 & 16 March 2025
  • Pakenham show – 17 & 18 May 2025

Celebrating craft at the Pakenham Papercrafts Show

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It was a fantastic to be back at the Cardinia Cultural Centre for the 2024 Pakenham From Picture to Page Papercrafts show! What a wonderful crafty weekend we had, full of so many delighted crafters and happy retailers, with demonstrations and craft classes. Plus catching up with friends over a cuppa and sharing your crafting purchases! It was so heartwarming to have such a buzz in the air with lots of excited voices.

Here are a few photo highlights of the weekend!

  • Peninsula Paper Craft Boutique

And more of our favourite retailers

  • Mixed Media Art

Plus a few more!

  • Catchy Crafts

A HUGE thank you to all of the crafters who came along and shopped, caught up with friends, took a class and watched the demonstrations! And a HUGE thank you to all of the retailers and exhibitors!

Plus THANKS for the From Picture to Page team!

ATC Swap at the Pakenham Show

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The P2PCrafts team are EXCITED that ATCs have made a comeback and we are hosting an ATC Swap at the Pakenham From Picture to Page show.

Swap details

WHERE: Pakenham From Picture to Page show, Cardinia Cultural Centre Foyer
WHEN: 2pm on both Saturday 18 May and Sunday 19 May
WHAT WILL HAPPEN: Bring your ATCs and swap them with other like-minded crafters attending the papercraft show

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. This is NOT the case for the P2PCrafts ATC swap – you are free to to make them in anyway that inspires you to create!

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