Newness coming to Manuscript Pen Company
Manuscript Pen Company is excited to announce the introduction of new products this March. The new additions...
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Welcome to our first issue of the year! Already, just weeks in, so many people are talking to me about their goals. In retail, this has been goals of weekly window changes, new setups in store and trying to keep up with the fast world of social media – whether that’s daily Facebook posts introducing products or a walk around your store on Instagram stories! This positivity is vital in the progressively digital world and we’re supporting you every step of the way!
This edition we’re excited to have our Stitches preview. I’m so excited to meet with you all again and see and hold new products for myself. Do check out our Show Preview to give you a taster before your journey to Birmingham.
I recently had the opportunity to talk to Bothy Threads who are celebrating 30 years in business this year – that’s no mean feat, congratulations. Also, to Storigraphic – Nic and Roz, the dynamic pair who started this company are bursting with creativity and their designs are not to be missed – especially their new collaboration with Hornsea Pottery!
We also have focus on the newest, freshest spring fabrics, a spotlight on companies flying the flag for Britain, as well and a craft tools section to make sure you’re making light work of your crafting projects.
If that’s not enough, we’ve dedicated a roundup of amazingly vibrant products that tie in with Pantone’s Colour of the Year – Viva Magenta!
Rachel Westall, Editor
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Rachel x
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Back in 1993, founder Kate Golby ran out of kits she wanted to stitch so decided to start creating her own. Inundated with requests for cross stitch designs, Kate reached out to artists she admired and she began converting their works into cross stitch and tapestries. Adding a smattering of beads and sequins, she created the bright and colourful cross-stitch designs that Bothy Threads is known for today. From the humble beginnings, working in the garden bothy at the bottom of her parents' garden (hence the name), Bothy Threads now operates from a busy, bustling unit on the edge of the Lake District, producing over 800 designs for our avid fans. As Bothy Threads enters its 30th birthday year, we speak to Managing Director Chrissie Rayment about how they plan to celebrate...
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