Brand Spanking New
Czech candy beads
The new two-hole candy beads from Preciosa Ornela are proving extremely popular and Creative Beadcraft stock all 67 colours, including pastels and metallic shades. The candy bead measures 8mm and is low cabochon with a round base. It's the domed shape that gives it great versatility. The bead has a broad appeal as it's easy to string, and ideal for bead weaving as its low curvature means you can sew round and join it together. It works well with seed beads and other larger beads including the Preciosa chilli and pellet beads. The two-hole cabochon shape means that it can also be used for sewing and embroidery as well as jewellery making. Creative Beadcraft is the leading UK distributor for Preciosa Ornela. The beads are competitively priced and available loose in hanging tubes and as starter selections
Date posted: 29 July 2016
Czech candy beads
The new two-hole candy beads from Preciosa Ornela are proving extremely popular and Creative Beadcraft stock all 67 colours, including pastels and metallic shades. The candy bead measures 8mm and is low cabochon with a round base. It's the domed shape that gives it great versatility. The bead has a broad appeal as it's easy to string, and ideal for bead weaving as its low curvature means you can sew round and join it together. It works well with seed beads and other larger beads including the Preciosa chilli and pellet beads. The two-hole cabochon shape means that it can also be used for sewing and embroidery as well as jewellery making. Creative Beadcraft is the leading UK distributor for Preciosa Ornela. The beads are competitively priced and available loose in hanging tubes and as starter selections
Date posted: 29 July 2016
Joanne floor standard lamp
Needcraft has come up with a beautiful new floor standard lamp called Joanne. Made from quality raw beech, it can be waxed, painted or varnished in whatever colour you'd like to match themes and room schemes. The lamp kit is cleverly designed to allow it to be assembled, fully wired and tested from an easy-to-ship flat pack making it price competitive.
Date posted: 29 July 2016
Joanne floor standard lamp
Needcraft has come up with a beautiful new floor standard lamp called Joanne. Made from quality raw beech, it can be waxed, painted or varnished in whatever colour you'd like to match themes and room schemes. The lamp kit is cleverly designed to allow it to be assembled, fully wired and tested from an easy-to-ship flat pack making it price competitive.
Date posted: 29 July 2016
A host of new colours for correspondence sets
ExaClair has expanded its Clairefontaine Pollen range with 19 new colours, providing the card-maker with a variety of colourful and intriguing options for creating memorable, personal and stylish letters, invitations and greetings. The new colours have been specifically designed for the Grain de Pollen range, made from soft-touch, vellum-textured paper and available in sheets, cards and envelopes. The slightly felted paper is the perfect base for writing, prints, photos and embossing, but also provides an excellent flatness compatible with inkjet and laser printers. The 19 new colours provide users with an array of modern and stylish options in pastels, warm and exotic hues, elegant neutrals and eye-catching bright shades.
Date posted: 30 June 2016
A host of new colours for correspondence sets
ExaClair has expanded its Clairefontaine Pollen range with 19 new colours, providing the card-maker with a variety of colourful and intriguing options for creating memorable, personal and stylish letters, invitations and greetings. The new colours have been specifically designed for the Grain de Pollen range, made from soft-touch, vellum-textured paper and available in sheets, cards and envelopes. The slightly felted paper is the perfect base for writing, prints, photos and embossing, but also provides an excellent flatness compatible with inkjet and laser printers. The 19 new colours provide users with an array of modern and stylish options in pastels, warm and exotic hues, elegant neutrals and eye-catching bright shades.
Date posted: 30 June 2016
Double trouble
These new two-hole DiamonDuo beads are creating a lot of interest and have been flying out of the door. The diamond shape means that the beads are very easy to use but can also be incorporated into more complex designs to bring a new dimension and faceted shimmer to bead designs. The beads measure 5mm x 8mm x 3.5mm and have a lovely faceted top. The parallel holes, which are 4mm apart, are ideal for beadweaving and multiple thread passes while the versatile diamond shape works well with other two-hole beads and seed beads. The shape means they nestle together to create textured mosaic patterns. Creative Beadcraft stock more than 50 gorgeous Czech colours including pastels. They are available loose, in hanging tubes and in starter selections. See the company website for free project downloads and an image gallery to inspire beaders.
Date posted: 30 June 2016
Double trouble
These new two-hole DiamonDuo beads are creating a lot of interest and have been flying out of the door. The diamond shape means that the beads are very easy to use but can also be incorporated into more complex designs to bring a new dimension and faceted shimmer to bead designs. The beads measure 5mm x 8mm x 3.5mm and have a lovely faceted top. The parallel holes, which are 4mm apart, are ideal for beadweaving and multiple thread passes while the versatile diamond shape works well with other two-hole beads and seed beads. The shape means they nestle together to create textured mosaic patterns. Creative Beadcraft stock more than 50 gorgeous Czech colours including pastels. They are available loose, in hanging tubes and in starter selections. See the company website for free project downloads and an image gallery to inspire beaders.
Date posted: 30 June 2016
The style of Art Deco
Art Deco remains a popular theme with crafters. Celebrate the elegance of the Art Deco era with Hunkydory's Deco Shimmer luxury card collection. The fabulous illustrations from the award-winning Claire Coxon, have been combined with a shimmering silk finish to create a stunning cardmaking range. There are eight foiled and die-cut topper sheets, each with coordinating A4 printed and foiled cardstock, as well as three fabulous set piece projects to transport yourself back to one of the greatest times in total style. There's a splendid writing set project that would make the perfect gift. The Deco Shimmer collection retails at £24.99 for the complete collection, or if crafters prefer they can choose elements from £2.99.
Date posted: 30 June 2016
The style of Art Deco
Art Deco remains a popular theme with crafters. Celebrate the elegance of the Art Deco era with Hunkydory's Deco Shimmer luxury card collection. The fabulous illustrations from the award-winning Claire Coxon, have been combined with a shimmering silk finish to create a stunning cardmaking range. There are eight foiled and die-cut topper sheets, each with coordinating A4 printed and foiled cardstock, as well as three fabulous set piece projects to transport yourself back to one of the greatest times in total style. There's a splendid writing set project that would make the perfect gift. The Deco Shimmer collection retails at £24.99 for the complete collection, or if crafters prefer they can choose elements from £2.99.
Date posted: 30 June 2016
Baby craft collection
British company Buttonbag has launched a new collection of craft kits designed to create original handmade and personalised gifts to celebrate new additions to the family. Beautifully packaged in ribbon-tied suitcases, the Buttonbag baby range make ideal presents for baby showers, baby arrivals, christenings, naming ceremonies and new and expecting parents. There are eight craft kits to choose from including knitted booties, knitted hat, a traditional cross-stitch sampler, mini embroidery, appliqué cushion, bunting, and hand and foot clay print kit. Beginner-friendly and containing everything you need to make, the kits can be made by the giver and presented in the suitcase including extra ribbon and a gift tag, or presented as gift as a craft kit. Prices start from £20 rrp.
Date posted: 30 May 2016
Baby craft collection
British company Buttonbag has launched a new collection of craft kits designed to create original handmade and personalised gifts to celebrate new additions to the family. Beautifully packaged in ribbon-tied suitcases, the Buttonbag baby range make ideal presents for baby showers, baby arrivals, christenings, naming ceremonies and new and expecting parents. There are eight craft kits to choose from including knitted booties, knitted hat, a traditional cross-stitch sampler, mini embroidery, appliqué cushion, bunting, and hand and foot clay print kit. Beginner-friendly and containing everything you need to make, the kits can be made by the giver and presented in the suitcase including extra ribbon and a gift tag, or presented as gift as a craft kit. Prices start from £20 rrp.
Date posted: 30 May 2016
Metal embossing kit
This large and well-thought-out kit is designed to give any keen crafter or artistic beginner a chance to make six lovely embossing projects using three different metals. With 20 generous pieces of each metal including aluminium, copper and pewter, the kit contains enough to complete six embossing or repoussé projects as well as practise the techniques. Projects include a keyring, two large fridge magnets and two brooches. Also included within the kit is magnets, brooch backs, aluminium discs and rectangles, keyring, wooden box, paint, soft and hard surfaces, paper stumps, sandpaper, brush, paint, tracing paper, varnish and embossing tools, full colour instructions and two sheets of design elements. Recommended retail price is £19.99.
Date posted: 30 May 2016
Metal embossing kit
This large and well-thought-out kit is designed to give any keen crafter or artistic beginner a chance to make six lovely embossing projects using three different metals. With 20 generous pieces of each metal including aluminium, copper and pewter, the kit contains enough to complete six embossing or repoussé projects as well as practise the techniques. Projects include a keyring, two large fridge magnets and two brooches. Also included within the kit is magnets, brooch backs, aluminium discs and rectangles, keyring, wooden box, paint, soft and hard surfaces, paper stumps, sandpaper, brush, paint, tracing paper, varnish and embossing tools, full colour instructions and two sheets of design elements. Recommended retail price is £19.99.
Date posted: 30 May 2016
Play with paper
In Paper Home from Pavilion, Esther Thorpe imparts a thoroughly modern take on the ancient art of origami. With a distinctly graphic aesthetic, she guides the reader through 15 stunning origami projects to make for the home, combining papers of different colours and patterns, readers can create wonderful home decorations, with a minimum amount of tools. Projects include a paper crane mobile that's perfect for decorating a child's room and a bouquet of paper daises, roses and lilies to brighten up any mantelpiece. The star garland is ideal for wedding decorations and the party diamonds will add a festive touch whatever the season. With step-by-step instructions and photography for every crucial fold, this book is a must for both beginner and experienced paper crafters, and is priced at £16.99.
Date posted: 30 May 2016
Play with paper
In Paper Home from Pavilion, Esther Thorpe imparts a thoroughly modern take on the ancient art of origami. With a distinctly graphic aesthetic, she guides the reader through 15 stunning origami projects to make for the home, combining papers of different colours and patterns, readers can create wonderful home decorations, with a minimum amount of tools. Projects include a paper crane mobile that's perfect for decorating a child's room and a bouquet of paper daises, roses and lilies to brighten up any mantelpiece. The star garland is ideal for wedding decorations and the party diamonds will add a festive touch whatever the season. With step-by-step instructions and photography for every crucial fold, this book is a must for both beginner and experienced paper crafters, and is priced at £16.99.
Date posted: 30 May 2016
Shoot the breeze
Spring Breeze Fairy is the latest embroidery from RIOLIS. This light nearly translucent novelty cross-stitch will definitely cheer you up. With blended colour strands, this design features half cross-stitch and full-stitch and is embellished with beads.
RIOLIS distributed by SoloCrafts
T: +44 (0)161 464 7313
Date posted: 30 May 2016
RIOLIS distributed by SoloCrafts
T: +44 (0)161 464 7313
Shoot the breeze
Spring Breeze Fairy is the latest embroidery from RIOLIS. This light nearly translucent novelty cross-stitch will definitely cheer you up. With blended colour strands, this design features half cross-stitch and full-stitch and is embellished with beads.
Date posted: 30 May 2016
Crafty corrosion
Rusty Powder is the latest product from Powertex. It can be used in combination with other products from the range, offering artists and crafters an incredible way to achieve natural rusting effects in all aspects of their work. A few tips and tricks are needed but once these have been mastered, the results are truly incredible, a real rusty treat for everyone.
Date posted: 22 April 2016
Crafty corrosion
Rusty Powder is the latest product from Powertex. It can be used in combination with other products from the range, offering artists and crafters an incredible way to achieve natural rusting effects in all aspects of their work. A few tips and tricks are needed but once these have been mastered, the results are truly incredible, a real rusty treat for everyone.
Date posted: 22 April 2016
Sugar and spice girls
Sugar and spice, and all things nice is what Verity Rose is made from. This fabulous new collection features a number of cute characters with a distinctive '20s feel but has a modern twist of patchwork patterns and wonderful whimsical words. Central to the Verity Rose collection are six quirky characters with their own style and personality – Cupcake, Flutterby, Destiny, Moonstruck, Starlet and Sunbeam. They are all accompanied by an animal friend and a favourite flower and have their own colour palette and set of patterns. The collection includes metal dies, embossing folders, paper pads, stamps and toppers so there really is something for everyone in this range.
Date posted: 22 April 2016
Sugar and spice girls
Sugar and spice, and all things nice is what Verity Rose is made from. This fabulous new collection features a number of cute characters with a distinctive '20s feel but has a modern twist of patchwork patterns and wonderful whimsical words. Central to the Verity Rose collection are six quirky characters with their own style and personality – Cupcake, Flutterby, Destiny, Moonstruck, Starlet and Sunbeam. They are all accompanied by an animal friend and a favourite flower and have their own colour palette and set of patterns. The collection includes metal dies, embossing folders, paper pads, stamps and toppers so there really is something for everyone in this range.
Date posted: 22 April 2016
Vintage revival
Margo is one of the newest sewing patterns from vintage pattern designer Caroline Smith. Sew La Di Da creates vintage style sewing patterns for today's sewers designing sewing patterns that not only flatter the modern body shape but are also suitable for novice sewers. The brand has recently had a makeover and now has some stylish retail-ready packaging and best of all, they're all designed and made in the UK.
Date posted: 22 April 2016
Vintage revival
Margo is one of the newest sewing patterns from vintage pattern designer Caroline Smith. Sew La Di Da creates vintage style sewing patterns for today's sewers designing sewing patterns that not only flatter the modern body shape but are also suitable for novice sewers. The brand has recently had a makeover and now has some stylish retail-ready packaging and best of all, they're all designed and made in the UK.
Date posted: 22 April 2016
Danish by Design
Hantex has just announced it has been appointed the new and exclusive UK distributor for Copenhagen Print Factory. This Danish brand is simple in design and has a multitude of possibilities making the stylish prints the ideal choice for lots of craft projects as well as the ever-growing home decor market. Copenhagen Print Factory fabrics are either GOTS certified organic or OEKO-TEX certified and free of harmful chemicals, making them a popular choice.
Copenhagen Print Factory fabrics is distributed in the UK by Hantex
T: +44 (0)1754 820 800
Date posted: 23 March 2016
Copenhagen Print Factory fabrics is distributed in the UK by Hantex
T: +44 (0)1754 820 800
Danish by Design
Hantex has just announced it has been appointed the new and exclusive UK distributor for Copenhagen Print Factory. This Danish brand is simple in design and has a multitude of possibilities making the stylish prints the ideal choice for lots of craft projects as well as the ever-growing home decor market. Copenhagen Print Factory fabrics are either GOTS certified organic or OEKO-TEX certified and free of harmful chemicals, making them a popular choice.
Date posted: 23 March 2016
Eco-friendly shopping
Since the introduction of the charge for carrier bags, it's a constant battle to remember to take a shopping bag with you! Search Press has a wonderful selection of tote bags made from recycled plastic bottles from the US publisher, C&T Publishing. These sturdy, roomy bags are also water-resistant and will be handy for taking to a workshop and with a reinforced bottom panel, there sure to be a hit for storing craft supplies too. There are 14 different designs to choose from and feature lovely designs from well-know people in the craft industry including this one from Kim Schaefer, best-selling author and founder of Little Quilt Company. The tote bags retail at £5.99.
Date posted: 23 March 2016
Eco-friendly shopping
Since the introduction of the charge for carrier bags, it's a constant battle to remember to take a shopping bag with you! Search Press has a wonderful selection of tote bags made from recycled plastic bottles from the US publisher, C&T Publishing. These sturdy, roomy bags are also water-resistant and will be handy for taking to a workshop and with a reinforced bottom panel, there sure to be a hit for storing craft supplies too. There are 14 different designs to choose from and feature lovely designs from well-know people in the craft industry including this one from Kim Schaefer, best-selling author and founder of Little Quilt Company. The tote bags retail at £5.99.
Date posted: 23 March 2016
Healthier glue option
Beacon has just released Power Tac, which is an industrial-grade adhesive that comes without any of the dangers that can be associated with this strength of glue. This non-carcinogenic formula has a lesser odour, and is faster to dry than the popular E6000 glue. It will permanently bond almost any material including glass, metal, wood, cork, fabric, concrete and leather. This acid-free glue won't yellow or become brittle and is water- and UV-resistant, making it not only the safest glue but the most versatile for crafters too. It comes in two sizes: 1oz and 2.5oz tubes.
Beacon Adhesives are distributed in the UK by Creative Product Distribution
T: +44 (0)20 8953 2143
Date posted: 23 March 2016
Beacon Adhesives are distributed in the UK by Creative Product Distribution
T: +44 (0)20 8953 2143
Healthier glue option
Beacon has just released Power Tac, which is an industrial-grade adhesive that comes without any of the dangers that can be associated with this strength of glue. This non-carcinogenic formula has a lesser odour, and is faster to dry than the popular E6000 glue. It will permanently bond almost any material including glass, metal, wood, cork, fabric, concrete and leather. This acid-free glue won't yellow or become brittle and is water- and UV-resistant, making it not only the safest glue but the most versatile for crafters too. It comes in two sizes: 1oz and 2.5oz tubes.
Date posted: 23 March 2016
Basket making
Clover has come up with some wonderful frames to help crafters take on the latest weaving trends. Using left over scraps of fabric, yarn and raffia, crafters can make a series of colour coordinating baskets. The frames are simple to use – simply wind your chosen material around the frame. There are two frames per pack. The frames come in three different shapes: round, oval and square, and also in three sizes: small and large and the round frame in x-large.
Date posted: 18 February 2016
Basket making
Clover has come up with some wonderful frames to help crafters take on the latest weaving trends. Using left over scraps of fabric, yarn and raffia, crafters can make a series of colour coordinating baskets. The frames are simple to use – simply wind your chosen material around the frame. There are two frames per pack. The frames come in three different shapes: round, oval and square, and also in three sizes: small and large and the round frame in x-large.
Date posted: 18 February 2016
Glam in a clam
Minaudière clutch frames from U-Handbag are perfect for using up scraps, and are super quick and simple to make and produce stunning results. Crafters can make the most glamorous box clutches using small amounts of their favourite fabrics at a small cost. These are ideal for parties, and other special occasions like weddings. Best of all, you can make them in under an hour and there's no sewing required. U-Handbag has a free step-by-step tutorial to show you how to use these frames - www.app.box.com/s/e7ffde54faeebe693a9c.
Date posted: 18 February 2016
Glam in a clam
Minaudière clutch frames from U-Handbag are perfect for using up scraps, and are super quick and simple to make and produce stunning results. Crafters can make the most glamorous box clutches using small amounts of their favourite fabrics at a small cost. These are ideal for parties, and other special occasions like weddings. Best of all, you can make them in under an hour and there's no sewing required. U-Handbag has a free step-by-step tutorial to show you how to use these frames - www.app.box.com/s/e7ffde54faeebe693a9c.
Date posted: 18 February 2016
Pretty pots
RIOLIS has launched two new cross-stitch planter designs, making a total of four in the range now. These fun and quirky kits are stitched onto plastic canvas, following a colour chart and using the wool and acrylic threads. In each kit, there are two copies of the design to stitch, which can then be cut around and fixed to either side of the wooden dowel, also included in the pack. These bright colourful accessories will brighten up a flowerpot, and can make a wonderful gift. The finished pieces measure 6.5cm x 5.5cm, and retail at £10.99 each.
RIOLIS is distributed by SoloCrafts
T: +44 (0)161 464 7313
Date posted: 18 February 2016
RIOLIS is distributed by SoloCrafts
T: +44 (0)161 464 7313
Pretty pots
RIOLIS has launched two new cross-stitch planter designs, making a total of four in the range now. These fun and quirky kits are stitched onto plastic canvas, following a colour chart and using the wool and acrylic threads. In each kit, there are two copies of the design to stitch, which can then be cut around and fixed to either side of the wooden dowel, also included in the pack. These bright colourful accessories will brighten up a flowerpot, and can make a wonderful gift. The finished pieces measure 6.5cm x 5.5cm, and retail at £10.99 each.
Date posted: 18 February 2016
Double trouble
Kurecolour is a premium range of dual-tipped alcohol-based markers featuring a fine tip for detailing as well a flexible brush tip. It's quick drying making it a firm favourite with all sorts of artists, cartoonist, graphic designers, illustrators and urban crafters. The pens are made in Japan, and available individually or in sets of 12 and 135 colours, there's always going to be the right shade. Check out the image on our front cover to see what can be done using these pens. :
Date posted: 29 January 2016
Double trouble
Kurecolour is a premium range of dual-tipped alcohol-based markers featuring a fine tip for detailing as well a flexible brush tip. It's quick drying making it a firm favourite with all sorts of artists, cartoonist, graphic designers, illustrators and urban crafters. The pens are made in Japan, and available individually or in sets of 12 and 135 colours, there's always going to be the right shade. Check out the image on our front cover to see what can be done using these pens. :
Date posted: 29 January 2016
Happy ever after
Amy Sinibaldi's love for books, not only for the stories but wonderful words and faraway places, was the inspiration for Paperie, a limited edition collection from Art Gallery Fabrics. The art within, the covers and the gorgeous end papers are the essence of this collection, which was written on fabric with romantic shades of pink, subtle greys and a hint of royal blue.
Art Gallery Fabrics is distributed in the UK by Hantex
T: +44 (0)1754 820 800
Date posted: 29 January 2016
Art Gallery Fabrics is distributed in the UK by Hantex
T: +44 (0)1754 820 800
Happy ever after
Amy Sinibaldi's love for books, not only for the stories but wonderful words and faraway places, was the inspiration for Paperie, a limited edition collection from Art Gallery Fabrics. The art within, the covers and the gorgeous end papers are the essence of this collection, which was written on fabric with romantic shades of pink, subtle greys and a hint of royal blue.
Date posted: 29 January 2016
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