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In this issue:
Issue 29
- Feb/Mar 2012
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| A selection of features from Craft Focus magazine |
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Motherly love
 With Mother's Day approaching your favourite suppliers have some great suggestions for bringing in extra customers and increasing sales of mum-related craft products reports Jenny May Forsyth
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Posted: 27 January 2012 |
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Furnishing fabric trends
 Jane Saunders, Creative Director of Just Fabrics, shares her views on the trends for soft furnishings in 2012
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Posted: 27 January 2012 |
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Visual Merchandising
 Visual merchandising is all about the art of displaying products in a manner that is appealing to the eyes of the customer and which therefore prompts a sale. Wendy Gardiner found out more...
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Posted: 30 November 2011 |
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New year - new ventures
 As we embark on another year of trading, just what is in store? We talked to some industry leaders to find out what their plans are
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Posted: 30 November 2011 |
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All the Trimmings
 Customising, embellishing and upcycling are still key themes as we go into 2012. Wendy Gardiner looks at new products and ideas to make the most of this trend
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Posted: 30 November 2011 |
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A Little Effort Goes a Long Way
 There are seven customer service points that have proven to be effective in ensuring that your customers feel relaxed and comfortable with you and your store. Try them and see what difference it makes says Nick Waller
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Posted: 4 October 2011 |
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In the Name of Art
 Louise Fisher gets the lowdown on art supplies from four of the biggest names in art
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Posted: 4 October 2011 |
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Knit Together
 The ever-expanding world of knitting holds many creative and commercial possibilities, as Becky Williams discovered
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Posted: 4 October 2011 |
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Word on the Web - a basic guide to website terminology
 Bob Scott of Loud-n-Clear.com provides a simple guide to what you need to know to
ensure a successful website.
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Posted: 2 June 2011 |
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Five Ways to Stop Shopping Cart Abandonment
 It's long been clear that setting up an online craft shop can both help find new customers and provide an additional service to existing ones. The trick is to avoid abandonment before purchase explains Chris Barling, CEO of ecommerce and EPOS supplier, Actinic
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Posted: 2 June 2011 |
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Beautiful Beading
 Beads can be used in all sorts of craft projects, from the obvious jewellery to cross-stitch, embroidery and card making. We look at new trends and new products
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Posted: 2 June 2011 |
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