h+h cologne 2026: Trends, knowledge, and networking
From March 20th to 22nd, 2026, h+h cologne will open its doors and once again set new standards...
Craft Focus magazine is a bi-monthly trade publication for the craft industry, distributed to Art & Craft shops, Toy shops, Model shops, Haberdashers and Needlecraft retailers.
Each issue contains detailed information on upcoming trade shows and reviews many new and innovative products, enabling retailers to make informed and profitable buying decisions for their business. Find out more about the magazine here.
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h+h cologne 2026: Trends, knowledge, and networking
From March 20th to 22nd, 2026, h+h cologne will open its doors and once again set new standards...
Product recall: Hobbycraft Giant Box of Craft 1000 Pieces
A product recall statement from Hobbycraft below has been announced. They say, "Product...
Record attendance at Harrogate Christmas & Gift
The year 2026 began on a sparkling high as festive and gift buyers flocked to Harrogate for the UK's...
Hale Events confirms final edition of Gift & Home trade show
Hale Events has confirmed that the 2026 edition of the Devon-based Giving & Living Trade...
This crucial time of year is huge for retail as consumers start their Christmas shopping. We’ve been dropping hints of Christmas goodies since the summer – as we know ‘Christmas in July’ is all-important in strategising your marketing, securing stock early and getting a head start on your winter sales. This issue, we have part two of our festive special – featuring traditional Santa motifs to the quirkier donkey cross stitch kits from Heritage Crafts – super fun.
Following this, we have Creativeworld’s latest trend predictions curated by Stilbüro bora.herke.palmisano. Always a fascinating read! As a stationery addict, I love making my working from home station a pleasure to be – and so we have a product feature dedicated to desktop accessories! If that’s not enough, we’ve pulled together a sparkling selection of what’s new and noteworthy across patchwork & quilting, embroidery & tapestry and artist supplies. As always, we have the latest trade fair news and industry news to keep you abreast of new developments in the retail sector.
As you know, we love hearing from you, our valued readers, so do keep in touch – you can email me at: editor@carftfocus.com
Rachel Westall, Editor
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Rachel x
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ICHF Events, the leading organiser of creative and crafting events in the UK, has announced its lineup for 2026. The year promises to be an inspiring one for craft enthusiasts, hobbyists, and makers of all kinds, with events spanning the UK. Key events in 2026 include Crafting Live 27th – 28th February 2026 at Sandown Park Racecourse. Crafting Live is a must-attend event for crafters of all skill levels. Featuring a wide range of workshops, live demonstrations, and suppliers, this event is the perfect opportunity to discover new techniques and materials.
If you stand at the edge of an ancient Indian bazaar and a modern gifting expo, you'll notice something remarkable; though centuries apart, both pulse with the same human instinct: the joy of finding the perfect gift. In old market streets, gifting lived in textures and voices; the clink of brass lamps, the scent of hand-ground spices, the soft chaos of families searching for something meaningful to take home. Craftsmen carved, stitched, hammered, and wrapped their creations with a sense of pride, knowing that each piece would soon hold someone's affection.
