Woolcraft at the Australian Sheep & Wool Show

Whether you prefer knitting or crocheting, utilising hand-spun or commercial yarn, demonstrate your skills in classes ranging from head to toe.

Entry form deadline: Friday, 7 June 2024 (do not send exhibits with entry form)

See schedule for full details

We invite you to showcase your skills and creativity in the Woolcraft Competition. With 14 diverse classes to choose from, there’s something for everyone to participate and excel in.

Whether you’re a seasoned spinner or just starting out, this is your chance to shine and share your passion for the craft.

Entry form deadline: Friday, 7 June 2024 (do not send exhibit)

See schedule for full details

The Woolcraft committee would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all our valued sponsors for the 2024 event. Your contribution is integral to making this competition possible, and we are truly grateful for your contribution.

Our sponsors enable us to provide a platform for talented individuals to showcase their skills, passion, and dedication to the art of woolcraft.

We encourage everyone to show appreciation by supporting our incredible sponsors, many of whom will be site holders at the show.

Explore and support our 2024 sponsors

Beyond the individual class prizes, we’re excited to present six special awards recognising outstanding creativity across all relevant classes. Don’t miss your chance – see Woolcraft Schedule for full details!

Most outstanding entry with the 2024 theme: Fire and Ice

Sponsor: Retired Woolcraft Committee Members
Perpetual Trophy: Kyneton Handweavers and Spinners Group

Most innovative entry

Sponsor and Plaque: Tantech, suppliers of innovative fibre craft detergents

Kurburn Park Merino Stud Award

(in memory of the late Tom Harmsworth) for best-designed original handwoven apparel fabric from natural fibre

Sponsor, Perpetual Trophy and Plaque: Australian Association of Stud Merino Breeders

Gordon Ford Memorial Award

for best entry using 100% superfine merino wool (any technique)

Sponsor and Plaque: The Ford Family (Morrialane Merino Stud)

Bendigo Woollen Mills Award

for best garment from Australian commercially spun yarn

Sponsor and Plaque: Bendigo Woollen Mills

Best in Show – spinning

(classes 1 to 14 & 63)

Sponsor and Plaque: Handweavers and Spinners Guild of Victoria

Just for primary and secondary students, see Woolcraft schedule for full details.

Hand knitting & Crocheting (using commercially spun yarn)
Wool (minimum 60%)

Class 35 – Knitted and or Crocheted Article made by a primary/secondary student (list age, school, and year level)