Craft Focus - Jun/Jul (Issue 67)

18 cra ftfocus brand spanking new Birds of a feather Jones Buttons is about to take delivery of an exciting new tassel and embellishments range from Jesse James Dress It Up. The collection features plenty of distinctive styles, including feathers that can be used for jewellery making and as part of home decoration projects. Standout designs include floral tassels, mini bubbles and rag balls, as well as colour drops and feathers in a selection of bright colours. +44 (0)115 973 8720 jones-buttons.com Crazy critters Kits in the Knitty Critter Collection from Creative World of Crafts are fun to make and great value for money. These hugely appealing toys are aimed at knitters and crocheters, and each is designed and manufactured in the UK. With more than 50 options to choose from, there is a critter to suit every taste, including frogs, unicorns, dogs and bunnies, all available in different colourways and yarns. +44 (0)1162 713 131 creativeworldofcrafts.co.uk Diamonds are forever Available from Creative Beadcraft, the new 4mm x 6mm DiamonDuo Mini bead has a gorgeous facetted top, while its shape means it will nestle with its counterparts to create a delicate mosaic pattern. The versatile diamond shape works well with other two-hole and seed beads, and the easy-to-use designs can also be incorporated into more complex patterns. A selection of popular colours is available, including matt metallic, chalk and a stunning prismatic finish, which features a special coating that allows a brilliant arrangement of hues to shine through the top of the bead. The competitively priced products are available loose, in hanging tubes or as a starter selection. +44 (0)1494 786 924 creativebeadcraft.co.uk Mouse in the house The latest design in Amanda Butler’s popular Eckley Tales collection is available in kit-form as ET07, Marla’s Beach Holiday. Stitchers can join Marla on her latest adventure as she relaxes at the seaside with a huge strawberry and mint chocolate chip ice cream. The finished piece measures just 11cm x 8cm and is stitched on 14 count white Aida using DMC stranded cotton. +44 (0)7486 449 305 amandajbutler8@ ntlworld.com