Craft Focus Magazine

29/06/2024

Messe Frankfurt Medien und Service GmbH (MFS) is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Founded in 1984, MFS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Messe Frankfurt and now consists of two areas: Fairconstruction and Media Services. The lasting success of the Group’s very first subsidiary is founded on providing exhibitors with the best possible visibility through stand construction and marketing services. Read more in the latest issue of Craft Focus out now: ww.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF103/12

28/06/2024

27/06/2024

Stationery Awards 2024: The Winners 🏆
The Stationery Awards recognise the greatest product innovations in the stationery sector. Here are 2024’s winners: www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF103/28

27/06/2024

M. Courts Ltd has moved!
A small, family run wholesale company that has been trading since 1920 it specialises in haberdashery, trimmings, buttons, ribbons and lace. The company started out in the East End of London but moved from Brick Lane to Tottenham in 2002. M Courts can now be found at the following address: 2 Roman Court, Hurricane Way, Wickford, Essex, SS11 8YB. To read more news, check out the latest issue of Craft Focus here now: www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF103/8

26/06/2024

https://www.craftfocus.com/supplier/az/9279/brainstorm-limited is a leading supplier of fun and educational toys and gifts. They have a reputation for high-quality, unique products which include our own successful brands: Brainstorm Toys and The Original Glowstars Company.

25/06/2024

** C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S **

Val Pownall - You are the lucky winner of our EUGY comp. Please DM us to claim your prize.

25/06/2024

We hope you're having a lovely weekend, and not doing anything too taxing now that the sun has finally arrived!

'I Don't do Busy' by Peter Underhill, part of his 'Cats Rule!' range.

https://hcrafts.com/catsrule.html

25/06/2024

Step aside, basic bags! The Summer Days Daisy Bag is the ultimate summer accessory. Find the kit on lionbrand.com. 🔗https://ow.ly/YnCE50Sl3fE
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25/06/2024

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Choose from our wide range of ceramic bird buttons, perfect for adding a wonderfully unique touch to you sewing, knitting or craft projects. Great for gifting too!

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24/06/2024

https://www.craftfocus.com/supplier/az/9827/heritage-crafts-ltd
Heritage Crafts is a world leader in counted cross stitch design. We work with talented artists, including John Clayton, Peter Underhill, Karen Carter and Valerie Pfeiffer to produce highly detailed cross stitch designs which are a joy to stitch. Our cross stitch designs cater for everyone, male and female, from young children and beginners to expert stitchers.

24/06/2024

This crochet case is perfect for keeping your hooks, needles and tools organized.
Basic Stitch Anti Pilling™ Yarn & Heartland® Yarn
📸 brielle_mckendry IG)

24/06/2024

Dearest gentle... viewer

Behold this magnificent portrait of Penelope Featherington as played by drawn by the incredible 💕

The way Jenna has captured the portrait and made is look as though its jumped to life on the brown card is an incredible talent. Makes sure to head over to Jenna's page to see even more amazing artworks!

19/06/2024

https://www.craftfocus.com/supplier/az/29435/craft-wool-and-thread-co-ltd Company Directors Jill McKay Smith and Joanne Bowling each have over 35 years experience in the needlecraft business. Working closely with internal and external designers and manufacturers, they have hands on experience in all aspects of the needlecraft business from component purchase, kit development and assembly to sales and distribution.

19/06/2024

https://www.craftfocus.com/supplier/az/9867/beads-and-Beads and Crystals Formerly trading as 'The Finishing Touch'

Large stockists of Crystallized Swarovski Elements.

18/06/2024

🧵 Issue 103 of Craft Focus is OUT NOW!🧶
Packed with detailed information on upcoming trade shows, reviews, and new and innovative products. Read for free now:
www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF103

On the cover… This issue’s cover is sponsored by Bothy Threads
There’s Snow Place Like Home is a counted cross stitch kit by Bothy Threads, using fun, frosty artwork by Lucy Pittaway. Worked on 14 count white Zweigart Aida with pre-sorted stranded cottons and uses cross stitch, back stitch and one French knot. Available from Bothy Threads from 18th June 2024. The finished design size measures 26cm x 26cm. The RRP is £36.99. Visit: www.bothythreads.com

18/06/2024

https://www.craftfocus.com/images/20240618_bothythreads_cf/20240618_bothythreads_cf.html Ho Ho Ho, it's the Bothy Threads Holiday Collection
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas with 22 new festive designs, and three new needle minders, from Bothy Threads. Giving you plenty of time to stock up and for stitchers to get their festive stitching finished to proudly display at Christmas. The 2024 Holidays collection includes snowy delights from Hannah Dale of Wrendale Designs, frosty fun from Karen Tye-Bentley, a striking wolf from Rachel Froud, our first wintery design from Lucy Pittaway, and Kate Garrett's first Christmas card designs!
Check out these cute little mice designs from Sarah Summers... Merry Music Makers, Decorating Double Act and Toadstool Treats. They are proving very popular so far and best of all the background is pre-printed so stitchers can focus on the super cute details.

14/06/2024

HOOK, LINE & SINKER - Craft Focus contributor, Kelly Andrews, tried her hand at Viridian Distribution Ltd’s Circulo Amigurumi calf kit! Here’s what she had to say: www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF102/86

12/06/2024

National Chair of the Federation of Small Businesses - FSB, Martin McTague, looks at how the VAT system operates in the latest issue Craft Focus. Read the article now: www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF102/84

10/06/2024

Bookshelf additions - THE HANDMADE SPA: NATURAL SOAPS, By Amélie Boué, £9.99 Search Press Art and Craft Books
Whether you’re a seasoned soap maker or a complete beginner, learn to create stunning and sustainable soaps to keep or to gift.
To read the full bio and check out alternative books for your collection, cast your eyes over our Bookstand feature in Craft Focus now: www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF102/78

07/06/2024

THE HERITAGE FAMILY
Heritage Crafts’ Susan Ryder talks to Craft Focus about being a much-loved cross stitch supplier since the ’80s! Read the interview here now: www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF102/76/

05/06/2024

TAKE PRIDE 🏳️‍🌈
With the UK championing many advocacy months such as Pride and Women’s Day, Gift Focus and Attire Accessories Editor Louise Prance looks at how your marketing can and should be much more than rainbow washing: www.giftfocus.com/uploaded/flippingbook/GF143/114

05/06/2024

We take pride in crafting Hot Foil Blocks that add a touch of class and elegance to your creations✨

Our team is committed to excellence and attention to detail, using traditional methods passed down through generations.

We also embrace the latest technology to ensure outstanding quality in all of our Hot Foil blocks, made with magnesium or CNC-programmed brass🔥

Learn more about our products on our website:
https://ow.ly/eBtU50S6AsP

05/06/2024

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05/06/2024

Scent-sational Crafts
Candle-making is one of Britain’s fastest growing crafts – with more people taking up the craft every day. Here’s some great kits and tools to get your customers started.
Check out London Luxury Candle Supplies and a whole host of other brands, in the latest issue of Craft Focus now: www.craftfocus.com/image_upload/flippingbook/CF102/72/

04/06/2024

Why settle for one when you can have a bag for every occasion? Which is your favorite??
🧶 Basic Stitch Anti Pilling™ Yarn | Vanna's Choice® Yarn
📸 divinedebris (IG)

04/06/2024

Well this looks like a fun way to explore yarn stores around the country this summer 😎😎

https://ukhandknitting.com/great-british-yarn-crawl

04/06/2024

Based on John Clayton's watercolour paintings, the 'Power and Grace' range are all now available as chart packs.

https://hcrafts.com/charts/powerandgracecharts.html

03/06/2024

03/06/2024

Today is World Bicycle Day!

Cycling is a great way to stay fit, although we're not sure if Norman and Betty's dog, Monty, is gaining any benefit...

https://hcrafts.com/goldenyears.html