Craft Focus - Feb/Mar (Issue 65)

craft focus 105 spring and easter spring is in the air Papercraft products to put a spring in your step when it comes to seasonal sales Stumped for words With the imminent release of Dizzy & Creative’s fabulous new Crewel Work and Stumpwork kits, owners Carol and Jay are gearing up for a sunny 2018. This cute sheep, a real Easter treat, is one of Dizzy & Creative’s popular stumpwork kits that includes an excellent tutorial for even the inexperienced stitcher. Most Dizzy & Creative kits look more complicated than they actually are to complete, making this quirky label a great confidence builder. The carefully written guidance is fully illustrated and all kits contain the Dizzy & Creative signature stitch guides for both right and left-handed stitchers. Dizzy & Creative +44 (0)7398 761 418 dizzyandcreative.co.uk In full bloom Behold the beauty of botany with the In Full Bloom collection! These exquisite stamp and die sets are the newest addition to Sheena Douglass’ Perfect Partners range. As the name suggests, the dies co-ordinate with the stunning floral stamps to enable crafters to cut them out with ease and precision. The stamp sets feature beautiful designs illustrated by talented artist Sheena Douglass, as well as a range of sentiments in a stylish script font covering all occasions. Additional dies feature Sumptuous Swirls and Fabulous Foliage to build up the designs for a whole variety of projects. Crafters Companion +44 (0)1388 660 930 crafterscompaniontrade.com Indigo & Aster designed by Bari J for AGF Indigo & Aster brings together animal friends crowned in blooming florals and multi-cultural inspired designs. Deep blue, pink and green highlight a painterly foliage balanced by geometric and animal prints that are perfect for spring. This range features designs in cottons, knits and rayon. Art Gallery Fabrics – Distributed by Hantex Ltd +44 (0)844 879 4719 hantex.co.uk