Woolcraft at the Australian Sheep & Wool Show

Are you ready to share your craft skills and celebrate Australian wool and sheep? We invite crafters, artisans and enthusiasts to enter the 2026 Australian Sheep and Wool Show Woolcraft Competition.

This year, participants of all skill levels are encouraged to submit their work in a range of categories, including:

• Handspinning
• Knitting & Crocheting
• Felt Making
• Hand Weaving
• Handmade Garments & Accessories
• Wearable Art & more

We look forward to seeing your creations!

Competition theme: ‘Echoes of the past’
Feature breed: English Leicester

Entry form deadline: Friday, 5 June 2026 (do not send exhibits with the entry form)

View 2026 Woolcraft Competition details

Proudly presented by the Australian Sheep Breeders’ Association

Friday 17 July, Saturday 18 July, from 9am to 5pm
Sunday 19 July, from 9am to 4pm

Prince of Wales Showgrounds, 42-72 Holmes Rd, Bendigo, Victoria 3550

Join us for three days of woolcraft competitions, fashion parades, wearable art, vendor stalls, shearing competitions, yard dog trials, school competitions, junior livestock judging and much more…

Woolcraft Competition Theme – ‘Echoes of the past’
Feature Breed – English Leicester

Woolcraft Competition details

See show-related links for tickets, programs, and other details: Australian Sheep and Wool Show