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This adorable pair are part of the latest cross stitch designs released by RIOLIS and we just love them. The bright eyes and sketched style garden background make this a funky modern kit with appeal for all cat lovers. The kit contains Zweigart 14 count white aida fabric, RIOLIS special wool/acrylic thread – used for greater colour depth and coverage, colour chart, needle and instructions. The design is 30cm x 30cm and retails for £29.99. For further information, call +44 (0)161 464 7313 , email: sales@solocrafts.com or visit: www.solocrafts.com
Red, Red Robin is one of the latest tapestry designs from Bothy Threads. Once complete, it can be made into a cushion, perfect for Christmas, or even a fire guard or foot stool, the options are endless. Designed from artwork by Catherine Rowe this tapestry kit is worked on 12 count full colour printed Zweigart interlock canvas with Appletons 100 per cent pure English tapestry wools. Finished Design size 14 inches square. RRP £69.99.
For further info, email info@bothythreads.com or visit the website: www.bothythreads.com
Ribbons, trims and braids are a fabulous way to add pattern and texture to handmade cards. Barnett Lawson has a huge range of products with endless creative possibilities, allowing crafters to add a touch of magic and charm to their personalized creations. This 65mm wide, silver, sparkly lace trim would make an excellent addition to a card making project that is looking for an extra dash of elegance and glamour. Its shimmering texture subtly catches the light, creating a beautiful visual effect that instantly draws attention. It can be used as a continuous length or cut up into individual motifs to suit your needs. For further information, email: sales@barnettlawson.co.uk or visit: https://barnettlawson.co.uk
Introducing your new creative companion, the STABILO Pen 68 MAX. With its chisel tip, you can easily create precise outlines and colourful designs from a selection of 24 vibrant colours. This versatile colouring pen offers two line widths, 5mm and 1mm, making it perfect for sketching, colouring, and adding details. Its water-based ink also allows for aquarelle effects and offers 12-hour dry-out protection. Take your artwork to new heights with the STABILO Pen 68 MAX. For further information, visit: www.stabilo.com/uk
Yeti is a super soft and easy to work with fluffy, faux fur yarn perfect for creating snuggly toys, cuddly blankets, cosy accessories and garments. The fluffy texture means there is no need for fancy stitch-work, making it ideal for beginners. Available in a selection of vibrant colours and soft pastel shades, this chunky yarn is a fur-tastic addition to any stash! Visit: www.cygnetyarns.co.uk
I love these whipped cream soaps from AW Aromatics! The creamy texture glides smoothly over your skin, creating a rich lather that effectively washes away impurities while leaving your skin feeling refreshed, moisturized, and delicately scented. It contains moisturising properties that help to hydrate and revitalise, leaving your skin soft, supple, and beautifully scented. These soaps are even cruelty-free, paraben-free, SLS-free, and vegan-friendly.
Visit: https://www.aw-aromatics.com/wcsul
Pentel has taken gel ink to a new level, with the launch of Mattehop, a range of eight different coloured gel pens which produce brilliant results not only on conventional paper, but also coated surfaces and even photos. Mattehop has highly opaque ink that looks like matte plastic when dry, giving an intense finish unsurpassed by conventional gel pens. The eight initial colours are black, red, blue, green, orange, yellow, pink and sky blue, and more shades are on their way. Great for cartoons, bubble lettering and comic book-style illustrations Mattehop is also perfect for journals and scrapbooks. Available to retailers in a maximum impact counter display, Pentel is offering point of sale to support the launch, as well as an exciting video hosted on its YouTube channel. The recommended retail price is £2.60 per pen, and Pentel representatives are offering a great promotional deal to launch the product. Wallet sets will be available later in the year.
For further info, call +44 (0)1793 823 333 or email: salesoffice@pentel.co.uk
Ideal for those who enjoy sending attractive correspondence out to friends and family, the latest gift envelope sets from Clairefontaine's Pollen brand incorporate an assortment of seasonal Christmas designs, including Polar Christmas, Nature Christmas and Traditional Christmas. Each set contains two 11cm x 22cm envelopes and a sheet of accompanying stickers.
For further info, call +44 (0)1553 696 600, email sales@exaclair.co.uk or visit the website: www.exaclairlimited.com
Storigraphic has taken a rhythmic direction with its latest design collection of products, the newly launched Sessions Series. Inspired by the transformative power of music, the company has translated melodic snippets into pattern form to create a design series of graphical beats. Radiating summer vibes with a bold colour palette, this cross-category collection features six prints and patterns across sustainably-produced homeware, stationery and accessories.
Make this fun roll-up case to keep all your sewing essentials safe and sound. The packet contains everything to complete the project, you just need a sewing machine or a needle and thread. The design is printed on organic cotton and inspired by Cornish cottages at Christmas time.
For further info call +44 (0)1736 369 247 or visit the website: www.poppytreffry.co.uk