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bulletpointEaster smiles
Easter is a special time for bringing springtime happiness says Jenny May Forsyth

bulletpointMotherly love
With Mother's Day approaching we look at mum-related products

bulletpointCHSI show and product preview
Wendy Gardiner previews a taster of what will be on offer

bulletpointCreative cards
Following a desire to improve her work/life balance, Lisa Donati set up Psychopants

bulletpointUp and coming - a pot pourri of crafts
Turning a hobby into a work from home business has been a dream come true for Amber Waugh


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  Knitting is the star of the show
Craft Club hits the big screen with cinema knit-along events that are designed for families who want to learn more about knitting. ...read more
Posted: 13 February 2012
  Knitting is the star of the show  
  British Library Spring Festival
The British Library is giving skilled designers and craftspeople across the country the chance to take their business aspirations to the next level. ...read more
Posted: 19 January 2012
  British Library Spring Festival  
  Britannia Mounts launch a NEW range of art materials through the new e-commerce website
The Crescent range of art boards, graffiti paper, artist trading cards, presentation boards, foam core and framing materials are now available in the UK through Britannia Mounts Company. ...read more
Posted: 17 January 2012
  Britannia Mounts launch a NEW range of art materials through the new e-commerce website  
  The Mary Portas touch
Are you a small independent shop that needs help?

Mary Portas is back with a brand new series for Channel 4 and needs independent retailers, interested in taking part, to get in touch. ...read more

Posted: 13 January 2012
  The Mary Portas touch  
  CHA Board appoints new CEO
The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) Board of Directors today announced Andrej Suskavcevic (Shoosh-kav-chev-itch) as new President and Chief Executive Officer of CHA. ...read more
Posted: 13 January 2012
   
  CHSI workshops now open for advance booking
ICHF have just announced that details of the Craft Hobby + Stitch International workshops are now available on the show's website - ...read more
Posted: 19 December 2011
   
  Business groups welcome Mary Portas high street rescue plan
Retail expert Mary Portas has come up with a rescue plan for the nation's high streets, which includes the appointment of a minister for shops. ...read more
Posted: 14 December 2011
  Business groups welcome Mary Portas high street rescue plan  
  Chancellor's statement offers some pre Christmas cheer
Today's autumn statement from the Chancellor George Osborne has met with a cautious welcome. ...read more
Posted: 29 November 2011
  Chancellor's statement offers some pre Christmas cheer  
  New Licensing Lounge at Spring Fair
A brand new area dedicated to the world of licensing is being introduced at Spring Fair International 2012. ...read more
Posted: 23 November 2011
  New Licensing Lounge at Spring Fair  
  Future launches new craft retail website
Future Publishing, the special interest media group has launched a new retail website catering especially for papercrafters. ...read more
Posted: 18 November 2011
  Future launches new craft retail website  
  Free WiFi at Creativeworld, Paperworld and Christmasworld
In 2004, Messe Frankfurt was the first trade fair organiser to introduce WiFi throughout its grounds and now the company is taking this a step further: "Starting in January 2012, wireless internet access will be free on the entire exhibition grounds at all of Messe Frankfurt's own fairs. ...read more
Posted: 18 November 2011
   
  Designer makers competition
Little Wren Pottery will be found at the Knitting and Stitching show in Harrogate between the 24th and 27th of November. ...read more
Posted: 15 November 2011
  Designer makers competition  
  Fabrications revamped and reopened
Since opening its doors in 2000 Fabrications has blossomed into a buzzing hub of creativity and sustainability. ...read more
Posted: 15 November 2011
  Fabrications revamped and reopened  
  Creative Christmas offer
Creativity has just announced a special trade only deal on their extensive jewellery making range. ...read more
Posted: 15 November 2011
  Creative Christmas offer  
  Bead Time Marketing Role
This is a new role designed to develop and grow the Bead Time Company. ...read more
Posted: 25 October 2011
  Bead Time Marketing Role  
  Crochet a Santa and Snowman
DMC have introduced two brand new seasonal Amigurumi Crochet Pattern Leaflets recommending DMC Petra and Pearl thread. ...read more
Posted: 20 October 2011
  Crochet a Santa and Snowman  
  Coats Crafts presents Knitting Rocks
As part of the Sknitch zone, Coats Crafts UK will be attending The Clothes Show Live this year (2-7 December), with the aim of celebrating and teaching one of our favourite pastimes - knitting. ...read more
Posted: 20 October 2011
  Coats Crafts presents Knitting Rocks  
  Christmas at the NEC
From decorations to decoupage, presents to pastry, throughout November the NEC is hosting a selection of shows. ...read more
Posted: 20 October 2011
  Christmas at the NEC  
  Scare your neighbours, kids and trick-or-treaters
Dressing up as a ghoul, ghost, skeleton or vampire provides fun for everyone whether trick-or-treating for sweets or simply having a party at home with a carved and lit pumpkin at the centre of your feast. ...read more
Posted: 14 October 2011
  Scare your neighbours, kids and trick-or-treaters  
  Women get crafty this Christmas
A survey conducted by Whitecroft Essentials, a leading UK supplier to the stationery, haberdashery and craft trade, has found that the recent economic situation is creating a `mend and make do' culture this Christmas among 60% of women aged 18-30. ...read more
Posted: 14 October 2011
  Women get crafty this Christmas  
  Inspirational eco-Christmas shopping event
Naturally Christmas, to be held at Tewinbury Farm Hotel from 10am - 7pm on 10 November, has a green and natural theme. ...read more
Posted: 11 October 2011
  Inspirational eco-Christmas shopping event  
  GMC authors book signings at Knitting and Stitching show
GMC publications, who are exhibiting at the Knitting and Stitching show in Alexandra Palace from 6th- 9th October have a arranged for many of their authors to attend the show for book signings. ...read more
Posted: 29 September 2011
  GMC authors book signings at Knitting and Stitching show  
  London Garments Expo 2011
Perfect Events are hosting their launch event at London's famous Olympia Exhibition Centre 27th - 29th October Covering the whole garments and textiles industry, London Garments Expo will provide the perfect stepping stone into the world of fashion. ...read more
Posted: 29 September 2011
  London Garments Expo 2011  
  New store for Abakhan Fabrics
Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home have just opened a new store in Bolton at Burnden Park, Manchester Road, BL3 2NE. ...read more
Posted: 29 September 2011
  New store for Abakhan Fabrics  
  Sparkling new colours and die-cut dimensions from Flower Soft
Flower Soft has introduced new colours ruby, amethyst and emerald which join the new recipe gold and silver in the Diamond range giving the sparkle effects of glitter but with the texture and amazing dimension. ...read more
Posted: 23 September 2011
  Sparkling new colours and die-cut dimensions from Flower Soft  
  Brightest craft talent selected for Hothouse
The Crafts Council's Hothouse programme selects the brightest new craft talent from across the UK and this year 28 makers have been selected to embark on a tailor-made six-month programme of creative and business support starting this month. ...read more
Posted: 23 September 2011
  Brightest craft talent selected for Hothouse  
         
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