Here is a selection of features from Craft Focus magazine.
A carefully chosen range of fabric essentials will be the workhorse of any craft shop, says Jacqui Smith
Happy, satisfied staff will make your company more efficient and productive, says Sara Davies
Opinion: Are online retailers and craft TV channels growing the market or harming local craft communities? Steve Barton shares his thoughts
Sara Davies reveals how to recruit the best candidates for your business
Once you have conquered the dressmaking basics, ensure you have fabrics and patterns in stock to suit those who enjoy a challenge, says Jacqui Smith
Developing a business blog is a practical and effective way to connect with your customers, says Sara Davies
Linda Jones, author of The Craft Report, discusses her thoughts on this vital piece of industry research
Mark Wilson from Creative Products Distribution is looking forward to discovering more craft bestsellers in 2019
Jacqui Smith examines ways in which the sewing industry can become more environmentally-friendly
Jacqui Smith, director of Hantex, reveals how to make the most of the home sewing market
Whitecroft Essentials has supplied knitting, sewing and haberdashery supplies for more than a century. Managing director Richard Wood tells us what’s coming up next for the company
World of Wool produces fibre crafts that other companies repackage as their own. Marketing manager Andrew Novotny tells us how the business is keeping up with demand
Collaborating with creative design professionals is a great way to find new audiences and inspire your customers. Sara Davies explains how
Economist Jeremy Thomson-Cook looks at the challenges of running an international craft company
As your company starts to expand, you may need to restructure from within. Sara Davies explains where to start
Paper artist Rebecca Ephgrave tells us where she finds her inspiration
Sara Davies reveals how social media networks like Instagram and Twitter can help build customer loyalty
British Craft Trade Fair organiser, Margeret Bunn, explains why the UK craft scene is going from strength to strength
Sara Davies MBE, founder of Crafter’s Companion, explains how to expand into a new market sector
Sara Davies MBE, founder of Crafter’s Companion, reveals how to stay one step ahead of the game
