National Crochet Convention
Focus on 'The Many Hats We Wear'.
Friday 27 – Sunday 29 June 2025 9.00am – 5.00pm
https://crochetguildaustralia.org.au/Convention
Our widely anticipated International guests are Tinna Thorudottir Thorvaldar, Eleonora Tully from Coastal Crochet and Linda Dean the previous President of Crochet Guild America.
We are proud to announce some of our own Australian Crochet superstars Shelley Husband, Jenny King, Arunima Goel and Kylie Moleta are back to deliver more amazing workshops this year. As well as many more talented teachers to provide inspiration in all facets of crochet.
Crochet Guild Australia (CGA) – a national not-for-profit organisation - is holding their 2025 Crochet Convention over 3 days at the Sunshine Coast Novotel, Twin Waters Resort. 270 Ocean Drive. QLD from 27 – 29 June.
“Crochet enthusiasts, yarnaholics and the crochet-curious public are invited to attend,” said 2025 Conference organiser and CGA Management Committee member, Ms Andrea Clements.
“This amazing 3 day event will see crocheters from around Australia converge on the Sunshine Coast for this highly anticipated event.”
"As crocheters, we wear many hats—each one representing a unique role, responsibility, and passion that shapes our daily lives. From nurturing caregivers and partners to entrepreneurs and community builders, the hats we wear constantly shift. We seamlessly juggle multiple identities—balancing careers, family, friendships, and personal growth—all while crafting beauty with our hands. Whether we’re weaving together intricate designs or simply making something from the heart, our creativity empowers us to shape the world in countless ways. Each project we undertake is a reflection of the strength, versatility, and love we pour into everything we do, embracing every challenge and triumph along the way".
The Convention consists of workshops (half day and full day), a yarn market, communal crochet hangout for attendees to sit and stitch 2 evening events including the Evening event Sponsored by Crochet Australia on Saturday night the 'Hook and Stitches Dinner' with a focus on ‘wearing what brings you joy’; Plus presentations and panel discussions on topics related to crochet including:
• A Presentation by International Designer Tinna Thorudottir Thorvaldar.
A Presentation on “Unravelling the Yarn - the therapeutic power of crochet” with Psychologist, Louise Pennant
• Speed Crochet Competitions – “Fast Fingers”
• Crochet “Fashion Fair” daily fashion parades
General admission is FREE for Crochet Guild Australia members. Non-members are welcome throughout the conference for $15 per day, or $45 for a three-day pass. Belong to another crafter's guild? Buy your tickets at the door and receive discounted admission. Tickets are available from the Crochet Guild Australia website www.crochetguildaustralia.org.au
52 Workshops (sold separately) are being held on numerous techniques including mosaic, tunisisan, lace, freeform, assigned pooling etc.
https://crochetguildaustralia.org.au/workshops-2025
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MEDIA CONTACT AND SPOKESPERSON: Andrea Clements. 0417506018. (Andrea is based in Melbourne, Victoria).
About us:
Launched in November 2019, Crochet Guild Australia is a very young organisation that is still rapidly evolving. Despite the set backs of the COVID 19 global pandemic that unfolded two months after the launch of the Guild - we are committed to providing a centralised crochet community resource for education, inspiration and teaching tools for those of us who love crochet whether hobbyist or professional.
More and more passionate crocheters are joining the effort and are willing to put their time and work into growing our Guild. The current committee acknowledges and respects the enormous effort and passion of the founding Management Committee and subsequent committees. We thank you for having the courage, knowledge and passion to unite and launch Crochet Guild Australia.
Contact details:
Andrea Clements. 0417506018. (Andrea is based in Melbourne, Victoria).
