Look what has caught the eye of the editor.
Connie is the latest Elegance design – JLCN1953. The RRP is £68.99. This kit is available as a full kit on 14ct aida or 27ct evenweave. For further info, email: sales@hcrafts.com or visit: www.hcrafts.com
Turn off the noise of the world and get lost in embroidery with the beginner-friendly Celestial Hare mini embroidery kit. Designed for beginners, but a delightful project for experienced crafters alike, this kit was inspired by my love of nature and all things mystical. If you've never done embroidery before, you're in safe hands with our detailed stitch instructions and complete guide to embroidery booklet. Everything you need is included in the kit – just add some scissors. This craft kit makes a wonderful gift for a creative soul, and anyone who loves hares of course! All of Hawthorn's kits are designed and made in Dorset.
Visit: www.hawthornhandmadewholesale.co.uk
The essential beginner's guide to macramé, with 8 simple, inspiring projects from macramé teacher and best-selling author Isabella Strambio (@_twome). This fully illustrated, explain-all guide to macramé contains all the necessary knots and techniques you need, whether you're a complete beginner or simply looking for fresh ideas. In this complete course, popular macramé artist Isabella Strambio starts with the complete basics, covering everything you need to get going: discover the essential tools and materials, learn how to hold and tension your strings, and discover how to set up a good working space. The eight projects are carefully chosen by Isabella so that you can build up your confidence through practice. Each of the stunning projects will teach you new knots and techniques, and will gradually develop your skills as you work through the book. Visit: Search Press | The Beginner's Guide to Macramé by Isabella Strambio
New this Season is Festival, this worsted yarn gives that home spun luxury look to this Premium Acrylic yarn. Its twisted ply effect with stunning colourway changes gives you soft stripes that look great on both garments and accessories. Available in eight fun shades, machine washable and easy care this self-striping yarn is perfect for seasonal knits and crochet. Contact your local Cygnet Yarns stockist for details. To become a stockist, sign up for a wholesale account here.
This Valentine's Day, go beyond the ordinary and create something heartfelt with Décopatch. Handcraft beautiful, one-of-a-kind décor that makes the perfect gift for someone special. Our Valentine's Day collection includes heart-shaped vases, candle holders, jewellery trays, paper flowers, and photo frames - all ready to be transformed with your own creative touch. Choose from our wide range of romantic Décopatch papers in soft pinks, rich reds, and delicate floral designs to bring your ideas to life. Whether you cover your creation in playful pink hearts or opt for a subtle, elegant pattern, Décopatch lets you turn a simple papier mâché item into a keepsake to treasure forever. You can even upcycle a beloved object using our papers to show your loved ones just how much you care. This year, make Valentine's Day as unique as your love - handmade with heart, from Décopatch. Please visit exaclairlimited.com, tel: 01553 696600 or email sales@exaclair.co.uk for more information.
Following the success of its Cyanotype Discovery Box, Clairefontaine has extended this range by launching a small collection of accessories. Developed as a tribute to the work of Anna Atkins, a 19th century Botanist who first used the cyanotype technique to create herbaria precisely reflecting all the magical details of nature, the original Discovery Box allows the user to discover this magical photographic, camera-less technique. By combing water, light and a photosensitive solution based on ferric salts, the user can produce beautiful cyanotype imagery. A new Photosensitive Solutions Set features 10g of green ammonium iron citrate, plus 25g of potassium ferrcyanide, supplied in tubes alongside an instruction booklet full of tips. The set enables the user to create unique imagery using the sun as a developer. In addition, the latest Cyanotype Paper pack includes 10 sheets of A4 sized Fontaine watercolour paper, which has a satin grained finish. Made from 100% cotton, the paper is ideal for the wet cyanotype technique, offering a fine a precise reproduction. Visit www.exaclairlimited.com for more information. Alternatively, contact the sales team on 01553 696600 or email sales@exaclair.co.uk
Lavinia Stamps give your customers endless ways to create, from cards and tags to journaling projects. Their intricate designs encourage imagination and provide a calming, mindful crafting experience. Perfect for both seasoned crafters and beginners, Lavinia Stamps allow customers to explore their creativity while adding a personal, artistic touch to every project. Visit: www.laviniastamps.com
The Muppets are back for another limited run. This gorgeous set of 12 x 20g minis is exclusively on Yak Sock this year because the colours are just so sumptuous on this base. Each set comes in a magnetic box with themed livery and individually wrapped and labelled mini skeins. There is an option for a larger box with an extra two skeins of Yak Sock yarn in Charcoal colourway too! visit: https://noodlesoupshop.co.uk/
Adding to the STABILO x Anya Hindmarch range, the blue charm is a stylish, practical accessory that's perfect for everyday use, or as a thoughtful gift and stocking filler this festive season. For more information on STABILO's products and to explore STABILO's full range of writing instruments, visit stabilo.com
Lavinia Stamps give your customers endless ways to create, from cards and tags to journaling projects. Their intricate designs encourage imagination and provide a calming, mindful crafting experience. Perfect for both seasoned crafters and beginners, Lavinia Stamps allow customers to explore their creativity while adding a personal, artistic touch to every project. Visit: www.laviniastamps.com