Saffrons Blog

Four years ago I launched Saffron Craig at the Sydney Craft Fair. Now for the first time since, I’m exhibiting again.  I’ve spent three years working hard to reach the wholesale market, but this year I’m hankering to reach people who buy and use my fabrics, who can see the work that goes into each design. I want people to come and visit me, see and touch my fabric, comment on styles, talk about ideas for how they can use them and (hopefully) tell their friends. 

So…please come and visit me at my stand!

The Craft & Quilt Fair is on from Wednesday 22nd to Sunday 26^th June at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour.

And I’m at:
Saffron Craig Stand K48, the last row near the cafe and quilt exhibition. Easy to find.

What I’m looking forward to:
Patrick (gorgeous better half) and I are hosting a workshop at 9.30 am on Wednesday 22^nd (opening the show). There is ample seating for 60. Jeez. Don't let me be the only one please.

It’s a meet and greet with ideas on what to make with my fabrics.  I can’t wait to showcase my fabrics and help people to get creative with them.

Fabulous Neighbours
We’re all there for 5 days, so it’s lucky I have great neighbours on row K!

A few of the best:

• Stand K41:  Nicole Mallalieu Designs (make your own bags and accessories). I have made plenty with her patterns.
• Stand K52: Hot Possum (gorgeous quilts)
• Stand K42: Wonderfil Specialty Threads (my favourite threads)
• Stand K39: Vetty Creations (a celebrated embroiderer whose books are published worldwide)
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Row K is looking like a great place to start your visit to the craft with so many fabulous stands.  The whole fair sounds pretty exciting and I’m looking forward to getting a chance to mix in with so many talented and creative souls.

Plus, just one more thing…

Have also been showcased as an exhibitor who's ”hot at the fair”! This is a huge honour, have a look here. Also featured is the fabulous Toni Coward.

Book your tickets here, I can’t wait to see you there.  I will have six tickets to give away next week or so, please be sure to check back for that blog post.

Did I mention I'm cutting up a lot of my fabric so it will be easy for you to shop? I mean a lot.

Are you planning on coming to the Sydney Craft Fair?

Colleen Wagener commented on 28-Jun-2011 12:44 PM

Loved visiting you on the first day, I made sure I was in front row of your first workshop, you mentioned you remembered me as I was smiling. Thrilled to be there. Your fabrics are stunning, I bought your scarf which I love. I came from Adelaide. I definately
will be buying more of your designs. Hope you had a great week!

Maureen Haycock commented on 10-Jun-2011 04:09 PM

Wouldn't it be lovely to meet you, but alas I'm up here in Qld, so I'll read your blog with great interest-make sure you take photos!! Have a great week!!

Amy commented on 09-Jun-2011 10:48 PM

I'll be coming, I'm really looking forward to it! I'll see you then! :)

tess commented on 09-Jun-2011 08:56 PM

I'm so glad you'll be there again - my daughter and I bought some of your hearts fabric that first time ( was it really 4 years ago?) to put on our tshirts.

Rachael commented on 09-Jun-2011 07:45 PM

My friend Mandy and I will be there with bells on!!

Roslyn Henley commented on 09-Jun-2011 06:57 PM

Cry, weep, moan. Alas I wish I was still in Sydney. Would you believe my hubby will be in Sydney on a work trip then and unfortunately I can't join him. Would SO love to come and visit and meet you. Oh and my fabric arrived today. Thanks and I think another
order is pending!!!!

Andi Herman commented on 09-Jun-2011 05:15 PM

Do you ever do shows in Melbourne? I'd love to meet you 'properly' some day!

Sharon Feigl commented on 09-Jun-2011 02:07 PM

I wish, I wish I could...WOuld love to see your fabric in the flesh. Have a great time