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Knitted and Looped for kids
Kids and families leave your mark on Sydney Design by adding to a giant knitted sculpture
Ancient weaving techniques: Master class with Mavis Ganambarr
Learn ancient hand-weaving techniques from a master.
Love Lace International Symposium: Not Just a Thread
A range of speakers and practitioners from around the world explore Lace in relation to their practice.
Design for laser cutting: Master class with Douglas McManus
Learn how to design small works for laser cutting and engraving.
Knitted And Looped for students
Students have the opportunity to leave their mark on Sydney Design 2011.
Professional Development Day for teachers
Be inspired and develop skills that you can use back in the classroom
Kids Design Weekend: Discover Lace
Bring nimble fingers and imagination to this remarkable workshop.
Kids Design Weekend: Pop-up Paper Lace Workshop
Kids create evocative cards using a nifty paper-lace technique.
Looking Back At Innovation: Implications Of Borrowing From The Past
Product design borrows from the past to produce new unexpected offerings.
fastBREAK: Is Old New Again?
Hot coffee, fresh pastries and sharp entrepreneurs are all on the menu.
Preserving The Past To Make Our Future Happen
Trend forecaster Amanda Talbot discusses the revitalisation of dying crafts by high end labels
Design all year round.
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What’s the buzz on SD11?
Hear what the critics and participants have to say about the Sydney Design festival.
Sparkies, Foodies and Fashionistas
Uncover TAFE NSW’s rich history and inspirational graduates in this exhibition.
Outdoor Weave-In
Celebrate our Open Day by participating in a glorious woven wonder with Shane Waltener
Andrew Ashton – designer in flux
Andrew Ashton from Melbourne’s Studio Pip and Co tells tales of a design practice in modern times.
Made To Measure: The Treadlie Handmade Bicycle Show
A collection of bespoke bikes exudes artistry and creativity.
Our House: Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed
Students and staff merge old and new technologies and attitudes.
Workshopped 11
Feast your eyes on a range of furniture, lighting and product design from emerging Australian designers
Australian Design For The Next Decade – a panel discussion
Leading designers provide inside tips on today’s complex issues.
CultureCycle Tour: Where Cycling Meets Design & Culture
Let this joyous mix of cycling, crochet and design take you for a ride.
Transparent Seams: Upcycle Fashion!
Breathe new life into old garments by joining the upcycling craze.
Sarkcloth: Wearing In The Landscape
A poetic fabric and fashion range pays homage to Banjo Patersen.
