2011 Melbourne Bead Expo

Details added as they become available

List of 2011 exhibitors available now on our links page.

Class offerings avavilable soon

Registration Info

If you would like to attend one of the Expo workshops, please fill in the relevant form and mail in with payment.
If you are interested in becoming a BSV member and receiving a discount for your workshop, please also fill in the BSV membership form and mail this in with payment.

Booking forms available here for download from July

Workshops
o Bookings will be on a first come first serve basis, so get in early to be sure of your preferred class.
o Booking a workshop does not include admission to the Expo
o If minimum numbers are not achieved we reserve the right to cancel and refund all monies paid.
o Please note the skill level for the class you wish to take matches your abilities.
o Cancellations and changes to classes can be made up until the
16th October 2011. All cancellations will incur a $10 administration fee. There is no refund for cancellations made after 16th October 2011.
o When your booking is confirmed you will receive a confirmation letter and requirements list.
o Most Expo tutors will have kits available for purchase on the day.
Where it states that kits are not available, please read your requirements list to see what material are needed to bring with you. Some workshops require you to purchase a kit. This will be stated on the confirmation letter that is sent to you.

Skill Levels
Novice - No Beading experience
Beginner - basic knowledge of some beading techniques
Intermediate - some knowledge of the technique being taught
Advanced - solid knowledge of multiple beading techniques

Venue
Kingston City Hall
(second building from cnr South Road & Nepean Hwy)
979 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin 3189
Opening Times
Friday 11th and Saturday 12th November 2011
10am to 5pm
Sunday 13th November 2011
10am to 4pm
If travelling by
Rail: Take the Frankston line and get off at Moorabbin Station
Car: Melways Map 77 D5
Most free parking in the area is 2 hour until 12 noon Saturday.
Saturday from 12 noon and all day Sunday there are no
restrictions. There is a paid car park on the corner of South Rd
& Nepean Hwy (entrance from Nepean Highway and South Rd - not clearly marked).

Show Schedule

Friday 12 Nov, 2011 9.00am Class registration
9.30am-12.30pm Morning Workshops
10.00am Expo doors open
1.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Workshops
4.30pm Showcase Awards
5.00pm Expo closes

Saturday 13 Nov, 2011 9.00am Class registration
9.30am-12.30pm Morning Workshops
10.00am Expo doors open
1.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Workshops
5.00pm Expo closes

Sunday 14 Nov, 2011 9.00am Class registration
9.30am-12.30pm Morning Workshops
10.00am Expo doors open
1.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Workshops
3.30pm Expo raffle drawn
4.00pm Expo closes

Showcase 2011

The Members' Exhibition is always one of the highlights of the Melbourne Bead Expo. The Exhibition aims to inspire and enthuse people at all levels of beading, and visitors enjoy seeing what our members have created through the year. There are three sections to the Members' Exhibition:
Members' Originals
Unique designs by our talented members, from beginners to the experts! The best piece will receive the Elly Feldman Perpetual Trophy. Some of these pieces will be for sale, and it is a wonderful opportunity to purchase a beaded artwork.
Inspired by
Many beaders are inspired by magazine and kit projects, or make projects in classes with beading teachers. This section will showcase the technical skills of our members, with a display of items designed by some of the best beading designers in the World.
Want it, take it
Would you like to buy some ready-made unique beaded jewellery?
Our members will be selling affordable and individual jewellery and other beaded items at the Expo. All pieces are members' original designs, and all for sale at under $75.00. Stock up for Christmas!