Free Seminars
Learn from the best at AQC! Our expert retailers are hosting FREE daily seminars packed with practical tips, creative ideas, and insider know-how.
No bookings required. Just grab a place at the seminar space!
10:15am Daily
Threaducation
Presented by Wonderfil at Stand 168
Threads play a crucial role in the strength, appearance, and longevity of your projects. In this session, we’ll unravel the mystery of thread weights, helping you choose the perfect thread for different techniques, fabrics, and embellishments. Whether you’re quilting,
11:00am Daily
10 Cutting Edge Sewing Notions From Japan 2025!
Presented By Patchwork Ninja at Stand 89
11:30am Daily
Why Some Batiks Fail Quilts: Understanding Texture, Colour, and Performance
Presented by Seasons Craft at Stand 161
In this 30-minute seminar, Dr. Ravi Saravanan, batik manufacturer and founder of Seasons Craft, explores why some batik fabrics fail to perform well in quilts. Drawing from hands-on manufacturing experience and patent-pending batik innovations, he explains how texture, colour application, fabric structure, and finishing processes directly affect stitch quality, stability, and long-term performance. Designed for quilters, competition participants, and retail shop owners, this session offers practical, easy-to-understand insights to help attendees recognise batiks that are not only visually striking but also reliable and enjoyable to work with.
12:30pm Daily
The HNK Masterclass: Simple, Perfect, & Pain-Free!
Presented By Hugs ‘n Kisses on Stand 8
At Hugs ‘n Kisses, we believe that quilting should be pure “stitching therapy,” not a source of stress! Join Helen Stubbings as she reveals the secrets to achieving professional, award-winning results by doing things the Easy Way. In this fast-paced, inspiring 30-minute session, we’ll strip away the frustration of traditional methods and show you how to remove the “pain points” from your favorite techniques. Whether you are a dedicated hand-stitcher or a machine enthusiast, you’ll discover how to use your stash to create flawless projects with speed and accuracy. Helen will dive into her signature “Easy” toolkit, including: •
1:15pm Daily
Dye your own threads using the So Me Marche kits from Olympus Threads
Presented by BeBe Bold at Stand 46
Join Jane MacDonald, owner of BeBe Bold and learn bout dyeing your own threads using the ‘So-me Marche’ Sashiko Thread Dyeing products that are fuss-free, easy and fun! Once dyed, these threads will be colour fast and ready to use for your sashiko stitching, or any sewing and craft projects! A world of colour with your own unique creations!
2:00pm Daily
Transform Your Overlocker & Coverstitch with Specialty Threads With Kate Marra
Presented By Wonderfil on Stand 168
Discover how WonderFil Specialty threads can completely transform your overlocker and coverstitch sewing! In this talk, Kate from Sew into Overlocking shows you how specialty threads can enhance both the look and performance of your stitches, with practical tips, inspiring samples, and easy techniques you can use right away. Learn which threads work best for different techniques, hints and tips for success, and simple ways to elevate your finishes from functional to fabulous. Perfect for curious beginners and experienced sewists alike.
3:15pm Daily
The Gallery Craft System
Presented by Gallery Systems at Stand 34
No more patching and repainting.
No more quilts hidden away in cupboards because you’re unsure how to display them.