16 October 2025 By Michelle Brown

What an incredible weekend it was at the Sandown From Picture to Page Papercrafts Show 2025! We’re still buzzing with inspiration, creativity and gratitude as we reflect on the highlights, beautiful moments, and wonderful people who made it all possible. Whether you attended in person or followed along online, here’s a peek behind the scenes — and plenty of photos to bring it all back to life.

From the moment the doors opened, the show floor was a feast for the creative eyes. Retailers stalls were full with colour, texture, and inspiration — from unique card designs to mixed-media wonders and scrapbooking layouts. Each exhibitor’s corner brimmed with their love of papercrafts that we all share!

The retailers also pulled out all of the stops and there were so many activities on offer – classes, free make and take projects and delightful demonstrations!

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

And a few more!

And of course, we can’t forget…

Plus so many classes, free make and take projects and delightful demonstrations!

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

It is so lovely to catch up with so many of you and meet others for the first time. I love 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.

30 September 2025 By Michelle Brown

One of the BEST parts of the From Picture to Page Papercrafts show are the activities – the classes, Make and Takes, and the demonstrations! They allow you to get hands-on with wonderful projects, brought to you by our talented retailers, and learn new techniques, play with the latest craft products and get inspired!

A huge “thank you” to all of our retailers running demonstrations, Make and Takes, and classes – we know how much effort and energy goes into planning these activities and we really do appreciate the efforts!

• 9 retailers running activities
• 17 different classes across the two days
• 3 make and take projects
• 3 retailers running demonstrations
• 2 full days of crafty fun!!!!!

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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!

Janine and team are representing Stampin’ Up and they will run two different card classes – bookings at the stand – details

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Eclectic Images

The Eclectic Images team will be running a class ~ Collaging Christmas – book now or at the stand – more details

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Creative Memories

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

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Handmade Haven

Join Julie and Alison for this huge range of card and scrapbooking classes across the show – details and to book

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Victorian Parchment Retreats

Card class – details

Craftzone

Card class – details and to book

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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.

Smoosh & Smudge

Join Jasmine at the Smoosh & Smudge stand for a Free Make n Take – details

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A Paper Experience

Get a head start on your Christmas card with this fun project – details

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Mixed Media Art

The MMA team have come up with another use for their envelope template with this fun Make and Take – bookings at stand – details

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Demonstrations

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

• Eclectic Images
• Creative Memories
• Craftzone

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Mark your calendars for a full two days of crafty fun:

• Friday 10 October, 9am to 4pm
• Saturday 11 October, 9am to 4pm

We can’t wait to create with you!

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

Get your tickets

Getting to the Sandown show & details

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ATC Swap @ Sandown

We would LOVE for you to get your creating on and participate in our ATC Swap again at the Sandown From Picture to Page show. It’s a chance to get inspired, meet like-minded crafters and share a little piece of art.

THEME: In the Garden
Click here for details

12 September 2025 By Michelle Brown

It is time to inspire your creativity as the From Picture to Page team are heading back to the Sandown Raceway for the highly anticipated Sandown From Picture to Page and Beyond show – and we want you to join us in this joyful celebration of all things papercraft, mixed media art, and scrapbooking. This event is your chance to explore new techniques, discover exciting products, and connect with a warm and welcoming community of makers, whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just beginning your creative journey!

Mark your calendars for a full two days of crafty fun:

• Friday 10 October, 9am to 4pm
• Saturday 11 October, 9am 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

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New Exhibitors

Designs by Cass

We are delighted to welcome Designs by Cass to the Sandown show – details

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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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Victorian Parchment Retreats

Pat and the team are back with their extensive collection of craft supplies – details

Creative Memories

Rae & Megan will join us at the Sandown show with their Creative Memories expertise and they will be running two different classes – See details

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Smoosh & Smudge

The Smoosh & Smudge team are returning to the Sandown show and they are running a Make and Take – see details

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Stampin Up

Janine and her team are representing Stampin up and they are running both classes and Make and Takes – See Details

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Craftzone

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

Eclectic Images

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

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Handmade Haven

Julie will be at the show with her products and running classes with Alison – 10 different classes in all!! see details

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Bellbird Paperarts

Cathy is returning to the Sandown show – details

Catchy Crafts

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

Live Love & Craft Papercrafts

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

Mixed Media Art

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

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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!

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Get your tickets

Getting to the Sandown show & details

Class and Make & Take details – to come!

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ATC Swap @ Sandown

We would LOVE for you to get your creating on and participate in our ATC Swap again at the Sandown From Picture to Page show. It’s a chance to get inspired, meet like-minded crafters and share a little piece of art.

THEME: In the Garden
Click here for details

25 August 2025 By Michelle Brown

We would LOVE for you to get your creating on and participate in our ATC Swap again at the Sandown 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: Sandown From Picture to Page show, Sandown Raceway ~ Craft, Chat & Catch up Corner
WHEN: 2pm on both Friday 10 and Saturday 11 October
WHAT WILL HAPPEN: Bring your ATCs and swap them with other like-minded crafters attending the papercraft show

THEME: In the Garden
[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.

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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

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Click here for all of the Sandown show details

14 October 2024 By Michelle Brown

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!

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

And some more!

More of our fabulous retailers!

And a few other snaps!

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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.

23 September 2024 By Michelle Brown

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

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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

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

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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!

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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.

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

16 September 2024 By Michelle Brown

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.

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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

5 September 2024 By Michelle Brown

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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.

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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

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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

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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!

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Get your tickets

Getting to the Sandown show & details

Click HERE to see Class and Make & Take details

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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!

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