Craft Focus - Jun/Jul (Issue 67)

PERFECT PATTERNS Tape Technologies’ new textured films are a series of self-adhesive vinyls that are ideal for use in card-making, decorations and many other craft projects. There are four distinct patterns available: tapestry, brush stroke, linen and wood grain, each of which is supplied in a choice of eight colours. Interested retailers are encouraged to visit styletechcraft. com/contact.html – simply put the word ‘textured’ in the contact box and the company will send out free samples and a colour chart. +1 800 433 0541 styletechcraft.com SHOW STOPPERS Give your creations extra life and some 3D perspective with the new collection of Create-a-Card dies from Crafter’s Companion. The range features a number of beautiful designs for different occasions using a simple step-by-step process to make show- stopping cards. The dies are very versatile and do not cut on the bottom edge, which means they can be positioned and layered in different ways and at various heights for full customisation, allowing crafters to mix and match. +44 (0)1388 660 930 crafterscompaniontrade.co.uk SWEET SUCCESS Paper Sweets is the 12 th title in Powerhouse Books’ PaperMade series, and the publisher is expecting it to be an instant social media sensation. All 20 pages feature eye-catching designs that are pre-cut, scored and deliciously illustrated with sweet treats including milk and cookies, a doughnut and a box of heart-shaped chocolates. Each delicacy can be punched out and folded into a 3D shape, and there are easy-to-follow instructions on every page. The book combines papercraft with advanced paper engineering, which means no glue, tape or tools are required. +1 718 666 3049 powerhousebooks.com HOME SWEET HOME Search Press has a number of paper-related titles available, include this lavishly decorated volume, Papercraft Home . Written by designer Sarah Louise Matthews, the book features 25 projects for home décor including pop-up cards, cake toppers, lampshades, fairy lights and a cuckoo clock. Readers can start by learning essential techniques such as papercutting, scoring, folding and shaping, before deciding which item to make. Templates are provided and the book retails at £10.99. +44 (0)1892 510 850 searchpress.com what to stock Our favourite new papercraft products 68 craft focus