About Us
Now in our 36th year, CraftAlive is Australia’s largest craft event series with events in ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC and WA. CraftAlive events feature craft teachers and retailers from across the country and covers a wide range of crafts from traditional to modern.
Each event features both local and national experts with the latest craft supplies, kits and equipment, and inspirational displays.
CraftAlive is a hands-on event providing the chance to learn from specialist teachers with classes for beginner to advanced.
The CraftAlive team work to support the sewing and craft community in many ways – always striving to leave an area richer in craft. The CraftAlive team proudly created the first ever online craft event in 2020. A huge success, with 21 online events and special features over several years, keeping crafters connected and the industry thriving.
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Featured Events
We have a busy diary with CraftAlive events held in ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC and WA.
Find your local event (or plan a trip away), save the date and spread the word.
11-13 March 2027
Ballarat 
Event Pavilion, Ballarat Showgrounds
17-19 June 2027
Bendigo
Prince of Wales Showgrounds
20-23 May 2027
Canberra
EPIC - BUDAWANG PAVILION
09-11 July 2027
Adelaide
Jubilee Pavilion, Adelaide Showground
12-14 February 2026
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The CraftAlive Sales & Marketing Team
CraftAlive is a family run business with a surprisingly small but committed team.
What stands us apart – our open and honest culture. With extensive experience, we work with all aspects of the industry from international brands, Guilds, grass roots business and groups.
Brett Dowling
Event Director
Sally Taylor
Marketing & Event Manager
Brayden Cooper
Operations and Sales Coordinator
More than just an event
The CraftAlive Exhibitor Family is an important extended family comprising a large number of Australia’s most talented craft and sewing retails, designers and teachers.
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