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Crazy critters
Kits in the Knitty Critter Collection from Creative World of Crafts are fun to make and great value for money. These hugely appealing toys are aimed at knitters and crocheters, and each is designed and manufactured in the UK. With more than 50 options to choose from, there is a critter to suit every taste, including frogs, unicorns, dogs and bunnies, all available in different colourways and yarns.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Crazy critters
Kits in the Knitty Critter Collection from Creative World of Crafts are fun to make and great value for money. These hugely appealing toys are aimed at knitters and crocheters, and each is designed and manufactured in the UK. With more than 50 options to choose from, there is a critter to suit every taste, including frogs, unicorns, dogs and bunnies, all available in different colourways and yarns.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Diamonds are forever
Available from Creative Beadcraft, the new 4mm x 6mm DiamonDuo Mini bead has a gorgeous facetted top, while its shape means it will nestle with its counterparts to create a delicate mosaic pattern. The versatile diamond shape works well with other two-hole and seed beads, and the easy-to-use designs can also be incorporated into more complex patterns. A selection of popular colours is available, including matt metallic, chalk and a stunning prismatic finish, which features a special coating that allows a brilliant arrangement of hues to shine through the top of the bead. The competitively priced products are available loose, in hanging tubes or as a starter selection.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Diamonds are forever
Available from Creative Beadcraft, the new 4mm x 6mm DiamonDuo Mini bead has a gorgeous facetted top, while its shape means it will nestle with its counterparts to create a delicate mosaic pattern. The versatile diamond shape works well with other two-hole and seed beads, and the easy-to-use designs can also be incorporated into more complex patterns. A selection of popular colours is available, including matt metallic, chalk and a stunning prismatic finish, which features a special coating that allows a brilliant arrangement of hues to shine through the top of the bead. The competitively priced products are available loose, in hanging tubes or as a starter selection.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Fairy tales
Bothy Threads has several new kits available for summer 2018, including this eye-catching Stardust design. It's part of Sue Waddicor's Fairies collection, and retails at £27.49. Also launching this month is Little Clown, a charming puffin that forms part of a quartet of wildlife-inspired images by Hannah Dale from Wrendale Designs. The project has a retail price of £29.49.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Fairy tales
Bothy Threads has several new kits available for summer 2018, including this eye-catching Stardust design. It's part of Sue Waddicor's Fairies collection, and retails at £27.49. Also launching this month is Little Clown, a charming puffin that forms part of a quartet of wildlife-inspired images by Hannah Dale from Wrendale Designs. The project has a retail price of £29.49.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Material gains
Korbond will be launching its new House of Textures collection this summer, featuring a range of design-led craft storage, accessories and gifts. The latest product selection combines traditional sewing with contemporary functionality using textural fabrics, resulting in an urban yet homely feel. The new lines look set to be popular with mainstream audiences, and will be available from June.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Material gains
Korbond will be launching its new House of Textures collection this summer, featuring a range of design-led craft storage, accessories and gifts. The latest product selection combines traditional sewing with contemporary functionality using textural fabrics, resulting in an urban yet homely feel. The new lines look set to be popular with mainstream audiences, and will be available from June.
Date posted: 2 July 2018
Birds of a feather
Jones Buttons is about to take delivery of an exciting new tassel and embellishments range from Jesse James Dress It Up. The collection features plenty of distinctive styles, including feathers that can be used for jewellery making and as part of home decoration projects. Standout designs include floral tassels, mini bubbles and rag balls, as well as colour drops and feathers in a selection of bright colours.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Birds of a feather
Jones Buttons is about to take delivery of an exciting new tassel and embellishments range from Jesse James Dress It Up. The collection features plenty of distinctive styles, including feathers that can be used for jewellery making and as part of home decoration projects. Standout designs include floral tassels, mini bubbles and rag balls, as well as colour drops and feathers in a selection of bright colours.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Building blocks
New from Crafter's Companion, these Build-A-Block dies can be used to make patchwork a quick and easy process. The hassle-free medium of die-cutting means it is simple to ensure a precise cut, and it's even possible to cut multiple layers at once, saving time on quilted projects. The shapes within the box allow the user to create a wide range of quilt blocks, in sizes ranging from three to 12 inches. These can be mixed and matched to create more than 80 different designs. Each pack comes with a 20-page booklet and instructions, while Crafter's Companion's online learning pages even more inspiration and advice.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Building blocks
New from Crafter's Companion, these Build-A-Block dies can be used to make patchwork a quick and easy process. The hassle-free medium of die-cutting means it is simple to ensure a precise cut, and it's even possible to cut multiple layers at once, saving time on quilted projects. The shapes within the box allow the user to create a wide range of quilt blocks, in sizes ranging from three to 12 inches. These can be mixed and matched to create more than 80 different designs. Each pack comes with a 20-page booklet and instructions, while Crafter's Companion's online learning pages even more inspiration and advice.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Dream machine
Tandy Leather has added the Janome HD-3000 sewing machine to its extensive product portfolio. The easy-to-operate appliance can handle delicate leather, and is also sturdy enough to wrangle thick hide. Under its flip-up top there's an instruction guide and settings to complete a variety of tasks, as well as extra feet. Eighteen stitches, including a one-step buttonhole, make this a fun yet professional model to operate. There's also a hard cover for easy storage.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Dream machine
Tandy Leather has added the Janome HD-3000 sewing machine to its extensive product portfolio. The easy-to-operate appliance can handle delicate leather, and is also sturdy enough to wrangle thick hide. Under its flip-up top there's an instruction guide and settings to complete a variety of tasks, as well as extra feet. Eighteen stitches, including a one-step buttonhole, make this a fun yet professional model to operate. There's also a hard cover for easy storage.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Dyed in the wool
Available from 15th June, King Cole is kicking off the summer with its new Big Value DK 50g yarn, which has been split into two subranges. Adult yarns will include 34 shades and eight patterns, while the baby collection will feature 10 pastels and four patterns. As with the company's Big Value DK 100g, the product is premium acrylic and soft to touch, while the wide selection of colours and neat ball size makes it ideal for crocheters. King Cole also has more exciting launches planned for late summer.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Dyed in the wool
Available from 15th June, King Cole is kicking off the summer with its new Big Value DK 50g yarn, which has been split into two subranges. Adult yarns will include 34 shades and eight patterns, while the baby collection will feature 10 pastels and four patterns. As with the company's Big Value DK 100g, the product is premium acrylic and soft to touch, while the wide selection of colours and neat ball size makes it ideal for crocheters. King Cole also has more exciting launches planned for late summer.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Elegant stitches
Heritage Crafts has added two new kits to its extensive catalogue. Emily, designed by John Clayton, will become part of the Elegant range. It measures 16.5cm x 27.5cm and retails at £38.60. Another design, Wag Your Tail, will join The Peter Underhill Collection this summer. It costs £23.65 and is 21.5cm x 17cm. Both projects are available on 27 count evenweave or 14 count Aida and contain Zweigart fabric, DMC stranded cottons sorted onto numbered cards, a needle, clear charts and instructions.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Elegant stitches
Heritage Crafts has added two new kits to its extensive catalogue. Emily, designed by John Clayton, will become part of the Elegant range. It measures 16.5cm x 27.5cm and retails at £38.60. Another design, Wag Your Tail, will join The Peter Underhill Collection this summer. It costs £23.65 and is 21.5cm x 17cm. Both projects are available on 27 count evenweave or 14 count Aida and contain Zweigart fabric, DMC stranded cottons sorted onto numbered cards, a needle, clear charts and instructions.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Fresh inspiration
The new collection of Diamond Dotz has arrived in the UK, with more than 50 sparkling designs to choose from. The range includes pre-finished cushion kits, featuring eight colourful images, such as dancing fish and pretty butterflies. Each set contains a cushion cover with a sticky printed image and all the materials needed to complete the project. The kits have a retail price of £35.99 and are sold in the UK by Solocrafts. The distributor also has new cross stitch kits available. Featuring a collaboration between Luca-S and artist Gail Elizabeth McCormack, the latest designs are adorned with lifelike blooms and teacups. Each is available on 16-count pale blue Aida in two different sizes. The retail price is £45.99. +44 (0)161 464 7313 solocrafts.com
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Fresh inspiration
The new collection of Diamond Dotz has arrived in the UK, with more than 50 sparkling designs to choose from. The range includes pre-finished cushion kits, featuring eight colourful images, such as dancing fish and pretty butterflies. Each set contains a cushion cover with a sticky printed image and all the materials needed to complete the project. The kits have a retail price of £35.99 and are sold in the UK by Solocrafts. The distributor also has new cross stitch kits available. Featuring a collaboration between Luca-S and artist Gail Elizabeth McCormack, the latest designs are adorned with lifelike blooms and teacups. Each is available on 16-count pale blue Aida in two different sizes. The retail price is £45.99. +44 (0)161 464 7313 solocrafts.com
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Mouse in the house
The latest design in Amanda Butler's popular Eckley Tales collection is available in kit-form as ET07, Marla's Beach Holiday. Stitchers can join Marla on her latest adventure as she relaxes at the seaside with a huge strawberry and mint chocolate chip ice cream. The finished piece measures just 11cm x 8cm and is stitched on 14 count white Aida using DMC stranded cotton.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Mouse in the house
The latest design in Amanda Butler's popular Eckley Tales collection is available in kit-form as ET07, Marla's Beach Holiday. Stitchers can join Marla on her latest adventure as she relaxes at the seaside with a huge strawberry and mint chocolate chip ice cream. The finished piece measures just 11cm x 8cm and is stitched on 14 count white Aida using DMC stranded cotton.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Smart solutions
Published by Taunton, Smart Fitting Solutions by Kenneth D. King shows stitchers how to ensure perfect-fitting garments every time. In this comprehensive guide, the author demonstrates how to understand shape and fitting options, as well as identifying bad fit by reading the wrinkles in clothing. Along the way, Kenneth draws on more than 30 years of patternmaking and couturier experience to help home sewers understand proportion, wearing ease, measurements, fitting and alteration methods and how to make a muslin – the gold standard of test garments. The book also reveals a wealth of useful tips and inspiration. It has a cover price of £21.99.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Smart solutions
Published by Taunton, Smart Fitting Solutions by Kenneth D. King shows stitchers how to ensure perfect-fitting garments every time. In this comprehensive guide, the author demonstrates how to understand shape and fitting options, as well as identifying bad fit by reading the wrinkles in clothing. Along the way, Kenneth draws on more than 30 years of patternmaking and couturier experience to help home sewers understand proportion, wearing ease, measurements, fitting and alteration methods and how to make a muslin – the gold standard of test garments. The book also reveals a wealth of useful tips and inspiration. It has a cover price of £21.99.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Soft touch
Craftfoam has been keeping families entertained for years, helping them to make fantastic models and decorations. There are plenty of uses for the product, which is versatile, rigid and easy to shape. It can be used to make homemade stamps, which will last long enough to provide hours of fun, even after being dipped in paint. The foam is also available in handy sheet sizes and a range of thicknesses, which means it is ideal for sculpting and shaping summer-themed decorations. It is available in green or grey, and can be painted with oil-based colour. Craftfoam can be delivered anywhere in the UK and also comes in a ready-to-use number and letter format.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Soft touch
Craftfoam has been keeping families entertained for years, helping them to make fantastic models and decorations. There are plenty of uses for the product, which is versatile, rigid and easy to shape. It can be used to make homemade stamps, which will last long enough to provide hours of fun, even after being dipped in paint. The foam is also available in handy sheet sizes and a range of thicknesses, which means it is ideal for sculpting and shaping summer-themed decorations. It is available in green or grey, and can be painted with oil-based colour. Craftfoam can be delivered anywhere in the UK and also comes in a ready-to-use number and letter format.
Date posted: 4 June 2018
Box clever
New from Country Love Crafts, this box set of alphabet letters and numbers is suitable for decorating with paints or using as part of a decoupage, stamping or embellishing project. There are 288 pieces in total, supplied in a wooden box with a sliding lid.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Box clever
New from Country Love Crafts, this box set of alphabet letters and numbers is suitable for decorating with paints or using as part of a decoupage, stamping or embellishing project. There are 288 pieces in total, supplied in a wooden box with a sliding lid.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Brick by brick
Simbrix was born after its inventor's children became frustrated with established water and heat-fused bead sets. Its colourful bricks click satisfyingly together, encouraging creative play and development. A range of packs are available, with prices starting at £3 for individual colours and £18 for kits. Simbrix
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Brick by brick
Simbrix was born after its inventor's children became frustrated with established water and heat-fused bead sets. Its colourful bricks click satisfyingly together, encouraging creative play and development. A range of packs are available, with prices starting at £3 for individual colours and £18 for kits. Simbrix
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Country living
Visage Textiles launched its latest collection, A Cottage Garden by Debbie Shore for The Craft Cotton Company at CHSI Stitches in February. Based on Debbie's own garden, the beautiful designs are manufactured in Korea, and feel luxuriously soft to touch. The company enjoyed a great show, with its latest products proving popular with customers.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Country living
Visage Textiles launched its latest collection, A Cottage Garden by Debbie Shore for The Craft Cotton Company at CHSI Stitches in February. Based on Debbie's own garden, the beautiful designs are manufactured in Korea, and feel luxuriously soft to touch. The company enjoyed a great show, with its latest products proving popular with customers.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Proud as a peacock
We love Corinne Lapierre's contemporary craft kits. Ideal for stitchers who wish to develop their skills, this colourful peacock comes with all the materials needed to complete the project, including luxuriously soft wool-mix felt, embroidery threads, needles, a threader and a comprehensive stitch guide. The range also includes a sewing pouch and pin cushion.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Proud as a peacock
We love Corinne Lapierre's contemporary craft kits. Ideal for stitchers who wish to develop their skills, this colourful peacock comes with all the materials needed to complete the project, including luxuriously soft wool-mix felt, embroidery threads, needles, a threader and a comprehensive stitch guide. The range also includes a sewing pouch and pin cushion.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Shine on
Cygnet Yarns unveiled a number of new products at this year's CHSI Stitches, including these eye-catching metallics. The Seriously Chunky range is already proving to be a hit, and its metallic sheen gives garments a luxurious drape and finish.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Shine on
Cygnet Yarns unveiled a number of new products at this year's CHSI Stitches, including these eye-catching metallics. The Seriously Chunky range is already proving to be a hit, and its metallic sheen gives garments a luxurious drape and finish.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Star quality
Lavinia Stamps is releasing a range of new products this April, including this pretty Star Bright design, which can be used to make cards or a striking piece of wall art.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Star quality
Lavinia Stamps is releasing a range of new products this April, including this pretty Star Bright design, which can be used to make cards or a striking piece of wall art.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Tools of the trade
PlastiKote's twist and spray paints can be used as part of a range of craft projects. In this example, the company's real red and leafy rise satin finishes give vintage garden tools a new lease of life. The product can be used on virtually any surface and is available in a choice of 43 shades.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
Tools of the trade
PlastiKote's twist and spray paints can be used as part of a range of craft projects. In this example, the company's real red and leafy rise satin finishes give vintage garden tools a new lease of life. The product can be used on virtually any surface and is available in a choice of 43 shades.
Date posted: 1 May 2018
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