From Picture to Page and Beyond

Scrapbooking ~ Papercrafts ~ Mixed Media Shows

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

2023 Bendigo Show Wrap Up

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What a fabulous show we had at Bendigo on the 18 & 19 March. The weather was gorgeous (though a little hot for some on Saturday). All the crafters had a wonderful time and many spent the day or days doing Mini Classes, Make and Takes and watching demonstrations which our very talented retailers supplied. Lots of bags were filled to the brim with their crafty purchases. Also, there was heaps of yummy food.

Thank you to all who attended, both crafters and retailers without whom there would be no show.

Here are some photos from the weekend.

  • Craftzone
  • Denise Boddey Designs
  • Eclectic Images Min Class

And a few more….

  • Craftzone
  • Denise Boddey Designs
  • Creative Dreams

and the last ones

  • Crafters Enjoying Show

Bendigo Show 2023 Retailers

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We are heading back to Bendigo for our annual Bendigo Papercraft Show. We will be at the Bendigo Showgrounds on the 18 & 19 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

Saturday 18 March 9am to 4pm
Sunday 19 March 10am to 3pm

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

New Retailers

Denise Boddey Designs

Denise is coming all the way from Adelaide for the show with her own design chipboard and dies as well as other scrapbooking products –more details

Returning Retailers

Little Bits

Lesley and the Little Bits team will once again be joining us with her range of Card making and Scrapbooking products and you can enjoy watching Leslie demonstrating. You can make this mini Class – more details

Mini Class

AZZA

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

Craftzone

Mary, Bill and the Craftzone team will once again be attending the Bendigo Show. They will be running a mini class so be sure to put this on your to-do list – more details

Vertical swing card

Creative Dreams Getaways

Julie is attending the show and you check out her fantastic retreat accommodation –see details

Stampin’ Up

Heather and the Stampin’ Up team will be at the show with their latest products and they will be running two mini-classes. – more details

Heather’s Mini Class

Mixed Media Art

Michelle and the Mixed Media Art team will be downstairs this year at the show and Michelle will be running a Make and Take and doing demonstrations throughout the weekend – more details

DIY Envelope

Victorian Parchment and Retreats

The lovely team from Victoria Parchment will be running Mini Classes and demonstrating how to use parchment – more details

Victorian Parchment Mini Class

Peninsula Paper Craft Boutique

Jen and Jo will once again be travelling up to Bendigo and will be running a Mini Class; Sending You a Smile Card – more details

Mini Class

Close to my Heart

Julie will be representing Close to my heart and will be running a make and take which I am sure will be one not to miss – more details

Fun box and belly band

Eclectic Images

Once again 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

Shimmer & Shine

Creative Memories

Samm will once again be coming along to the Bendigo show with all her Creative Memories products for you to see and buy and holding demonstrations – see details

Catering by Something Sweet!

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

Something Sweet and more!

Looking forward to seeing you at the Bendigo show!
Get all the Bendigo show details here

Bendigo Papercraft Show Wrap Up

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We were back at the Bendigo Exhibition Centre at the Bendigo Showgrounds for a fabulous weekend full of crafty fun. With lots of mini classes, make and takes and demonstrations from our creative retailers. There was something for everyone who enjoys papercrafting.

You can find the full list of retailers here

Here are some of the highlights

  • Catchy Crafts

Just a few more photos

  • Attendees bright and early

and more

  • Cathy from Eclectic Images

We hope you enjoyed your time SEEING the wonderful retailers and their demonstrations, in real life, PLAYING with the mini-classes and make and takes, and BUYING your craft supplies and taking them straight home!!

Have a crafty day!

Love, Michelle, Jenni and the P2P team.

Bendigo craft classes & demonstrations

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We are looking forward to a fantastic papercrafts show at Bendigo – 19 & 20 March at the Bendigo Exhibition Centre with our talented craft retailers. There is a wonderful range of crafty activities to enjoy, on top of the shopping! Here is an outline of what to expect at the Bendigo From Picture to Page papercrafts show.

Classes

Classes are run by retailers, at their stands, during the weekend of the Bendigo craft show. For a small fee, you can create the projets, show, 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.

Peninsula Paper Craft Boutique

Choose from a range of classes – details & booking online now available

Little Bits

Create a set of 3 cards – details

Close to My Heart

How could you pass up the hance to create these cute cupcake cards?! – details and to book online

Stampin’ Up!

Choose from two classes – details

Craftzone

Learn to make this stunning Diamond card – details and to bookhttps://frompicturetopageandbeyond.com.au/craftzone/

Eclectic Images

Sumptuous Shine card class – details and to book online

Make and Takes

Make and Takes are free sessions where you create a small item – they give you a chance to get hands-on and learn a range of papercraft techniques.

Mixed Media Art

Turn an A4 gel print into a mini book – details

Demonstrations

Demonstrations are a fantastic way to see our talented retailers show off their favourite craft supplies. Plus use the opportunity to ask questions!

Demonstration will be held across the craft show weekend by:

NOTE: Details correct as at 9 March 2022, and subject to change at the retailer discretion

Bendigo Show Retailers 2022

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We are heading back to Bendigo for our annual Craft Show on the weekend 19 & 20 March 2022. We are excited to be bringing 14 retailers who will SEE them share their crafty knowledge with Demonstrations, Mini Classes and Make and Takes.

So join us for some crafty time to PLAY and the BUY some fun crafty supplies to try at home.

Get all the show details here

Close To My Heart

Dannii and her Close to My Heart team will be at the Bendigo show and running a mini class – details

Cupcake

Craftzone

Mary will once again be joining us at Bendigo where you can see her full range of products, she will be running a mini class and holding demonstrations – details

Eclectic Images

Cathy and the Eclectic images team will be heading up to the Bendigo Show with their unique range of stamps and extensive range of craft supplies; they are running demonstrations and a mini class – details

Peninsula Paper Craft Boutique

Jo and Jen are heading up from the Peninsula to share their fabulous range of papercraft and mixed media supplies, plus holding a variety of classes – details

Celebrate Slimline Card
Happy Birthday 6×6 Card

Little Bits

Lesley and the team will once again be coming to the Bendigo Show, where they will be holding a mini class and demonstrations – details

Oxide Cards

JCraft

Watch the Demonstration and see all the craft supplies with JCraft at the Bendigo Show – details

Creative Dreams Getaways

Catch up with the team from Creative Dreams Getaways where you can book your next crafty retreat.- details

AZZA

Ruth wil be representing AZZA at the Bendigo Show and will be holding a demonstrations – details

Stampin’ Up

Joining us at Bendigo is Heather and Rosalie from Stampin’ Up with a mini class – details

Mixed Media Art

Get your art journaling and gel print supplies here, along with a fun make and take project – details

Kaszazz

Julie will be joining us for one last time at the Bendigo show and will be running a make and take – details

Creative Memories

Samm will be representing Creative Memories at the Bendigo show – details

Victorian Parchment Retreats

Visit Pat and her team of specialised crafters – detail

Just Sweets

Enzo, Maria and Olivia are providing the catering for the Bendigo Papercrafts show, as well as a range of sweet delights – details

Catchy Crafts

Doug and Dina will be joining us in Bendigo for the first time with their fabulous range of products – details

Wrap up from the Bendigo Show

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What a fantastic weekend we had in Bendigo for the From Picture to Page craft show. There was a great range of retailers, covering scrapbooking, mixed media art, card making, parchment craft and any other papercraft you can think of. There was also many mini-classes to get you hands-on with our talented retailers.

See can see the full list of retailers for 2021 here

Here are a few highlights of the weekend:

  • Our *new* venue - Bendigo Exhibition Centre

And some more photos:

  • Jenn at the Hillbilly Scrappin' stand

And finally

  • AZZA scrapbooking with Ruth

A huge THANK YOU to all of the crafters who came along and supported your local craft retailers. Looking forward to seeing you back at the Bendigo Exhibition Centre in March 2022.