Events of interest to the craftware industry

Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements.

November 2025

THU - SUN
20 - 23
Nov 2025

Knit + Stitch Harrogate

Harrogate Convention Centre.
www.knitandstitchshow.co.uk
Dates: Thursday, 20 November 2025 - Sunday, 23 November 2025
Time: 10am - 5.30pm, 10am - 5.30pm, 10am - 5.30pm, 10am - 5.00pm

Email: mail@twistedthread.com

Shop, Learn & Be Inspired at the UK's top craft fair!
Meet up with like-minded crafters, discuss ideas, learn new skills and shop for your annual craft supplies, including wool, beads and beyond from household name brands and special suppliers alike at this unmissable craft show in Harrogate.

All under one roof at Knit + Stitch (Formerly Known as The Knitting & Stitching Shows) Harrogate from 20th – 23rd November 2025 at Harrogate Convention Centre.

We've rebranded! Don't worry – The Knitting & Stitching Show you know and love isn't changing. You can still expect the same inspiring content, opportunities to learn new skills, and the best places to shop – all under the new name, Knit + Stitch.

January 2026

SUN - TUE
11 - 13
Jan 2026

Top Drawer London

Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London. W14 8UX
www.topdrawer.co.uk
Dates: Sunday, 11 January 2026 - Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Time: 9.30am - 6pm

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Tel: 0207 384 8137

Email: topdrawerexhibitors@clarionevents.com

Held in the heart of London, Top Drawer is the UK's leading design-led trade show, carefully curated with buyers in mind.

TUE - WED
13 - 14
Jan 2026

The London Textile Fair

Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 0QH
www.thelondontextilefair.co.uk
Dates: Tuesday, 13 January 2026 - Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Time: 9am - 6pm

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Tel: +44 (0)20 8347 8145

With 500 exhibitors, TLTF is the UK's premier platform for fashion fabrics, apparel accessories, print studios and vintage garments. Held at the Business Design Centre twice a year, it's an unmissable event for all industry professionals.

TLTF concept is very simple: we provide each exhibitor with a single stand, chairs, table cloth, rails and a sign. We ensure that each and every exhibitor is promoted equally in this way and we don't allow big banners on the floor. Whether a large or a small manufacturer, the modular format of single tables offers an equal opportunity for all.

SUN - TUE
18 - 20
Jan 2026

Scotlands Trade Fair Spring

Scottish Event Campus, Exhibition Way, Glasgow, G3 8YW
www.scotlandstradefairs.com
Dates: Sunday, 18 January 2026 - Tuesday, 20 January 2026
Time: 9.30am - 5pm

Email: info@springboardevents.com

There really is no better place to source quality Scottish products from Scotland's local makers! But, we also have your favourite brands from all over the UK and beyond.

This boutique show is the perfect place to stock up ahead of the Christmas season. Exhibitors will be prepared to fulfill orders with a short time-frame so your shop will be plenty ready!

Buyers can find a wide of variety of products at our show, from jewellery and accessories, homewares, decor, and more.

February 2026

SUN - WED
1 - 4
Feb 2026

Spring Fair

The NEC, Birmingham, North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
www.springfair.com/welcome
Dates: Sunday, 1 February 2026 - Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Time: Sun 6 Feb - 9am-7.30pm, Mon 7 Feb - 9am - 7:30pm, Tues 8 Feb - 9am - 6pm ; Wed 9 Feb - 9am - 4pm

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Email: exhibitor@springfair.com

The UK's most diverse, relevant and exciting marketplace for wholesale home, gift and fashion.craft. Held at the centre of the UK, Spring Fair is easily accessible for both UK and international visitors. So why not see for yourself why we're the ultimate shop for shops…Now part of Spring Fair, Moda presents an exciting new Fashion destination that encompasses the latest trends, new designers and must-have looks that will adorn the season.

FRI - TUE
6 - 10
Feb 2026

Ambiente

Messe Frankfurt, Germany
ambiente.messefrankfurt.com
Dates: Friday, 6 February 2026 - Tuesday, 10 February 2026

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Email: ambiente@messefrankfurt.com

It's never the same, there's always something new. The leading international consumer goods trade fair is a fantastic experience! Gain an overview of the global marketplace at Ambiente by observing the dynamic interplay of products and design, highlights and events.

FRI - TUE
6 - 10
Feb 2026

Ambiente

Messe Frankfurt, Germany
ambiente.messefrankfurt.com
Dates: Friday, 6 February 2026 - Tuesday, 10 February 2026

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Email: ambiente@messefrankfurt.com

It's never the same, there's always something new. The leading international consumer goods trade fair is a fantastic experience! Gain an overview of the global marketplace at Ambiente by observing the dynamic interplay of products and design, highlights and events.

FRI - TUE
6 - 10
Feb 2026

Christmasworld

Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany
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Dates: Friday, 6 February 2026 - Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Time: 9am - 6pm, 9am - 6pm, 9am - 6pm, 9am - 6pm, 9am - 5pm,

Tel: Tel: +49 (0)69 75750

Email: ambiente@messefrankfurt.com

One for all Seasons
As the leading international trade fair for seasonal decorations and festive decorations, Christmasworld opens up effective design possibilities for its target groups to surprise customers time and again with new assortment combinations and presentations. For new synergies that offer added value.

The trade fair for the busiest time of the year
Every year in Frankfurt, Christmasworld presents the latest products and trends for Christmas and all other festive occasions. In addition, it provides innovative concept ideas for decorating large and outdoor areas for wholesalers and retailers, shopping centres and city centres. Other product groups, such as festive ribbons and packaging, ideally complement the existing ranges and open up new perspectives and added value for exhibitors and visitors.

FRI - MON
6 - 9
Feb 2026

Creativeworld

Messe Frankfurt, Germany
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Dates: Friday, 6 February 2026 - Monday, 9 February 2026

Tel: +49 69 75 75-0

Email: creativeworld@messefrankfurt.com

At Creativeworld, trends for the coming season, new products and the latest techniques are presented live and can be experienced directly. Exhibitors will show innovative articles for creative hobbies, materials for graphic arts and artists' requisites, handicrafts and textile design, as well as graffiti and street art. Products for creative writing and drawing ideally complement and enrich the diverse range of products at Creativeworld. As a trend and business platform, the trade fair is the first port of call and the home of the international DIY sector.

THU - SAT
26 - 28
Feb 2026

Paperworld India

Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai
paperworldindia.in.messefrankf...
Dates: Thursday, 26 February 2026 - Saturday, 28 February 2026

Tel: +91 8655438471

Email: sneha.chavan@india.messefrankfurt.com

India's Largest B2B Trade Fair for Stationery Supplies, Art & Craft Supplies, Office Stationery, Corporate & Festive Gifting, Promotional, Merchandising, Houseware, and Home Décor gifting.

May 2026

WED - FRI
6 - 8
May 2026

h+h americas

Donald E. Stephens Convention & Conference Center in Rosemont/Chicago IL
www.hh-americas.com
Dates: Wednesday, 6 May 2026 - Friday, 8 May 2026
Time: 9am - 6pm

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Tel: +1.773.326.9920

Welcome to h+h americas – the platform for the North American Handicraft Industry and sister event of the German h+h cologne, the world's leading trade fair for the handicrafts industry.

h+h americas is a B2B trade show with an extended digital market place accessible before and after our event. Open to everyone who makes a living in crafts, h+h americas serves a community without membership requirements. Our show dates in June are carefully timed to serve buyers with seasonal offers to the entire handicraft industry. The first time event in 2022 combined 2,000 attendees with 200 exhibitors who displayed a wide range of products from yarn, fabric, art, craft materials to toys and pastimes. The product range also includes material and tools for painting, handicrafts, gluing, sewing, modeling, kneading Clay adorning, and decorating to high-quality papers and paints, easel brushes as well as graphic accessories.

TUE - WED
12 - 13
May 2026

The London Stationery Show

Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0QH
www.stationeryshowlondon.co.uk
Dates: Tuesday, 12 May 2026 - Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Time: 9am - 6pm

Tel: 07795 951244

Email: chantellew@max-publishing.co.uk

At London Stationery show you'll find the biggest UK and international brands, exciting new designers and innovative start-ups, all under one roof.

September 2026

SUN - WED
6 - 9
Sep 2026

Autumn Fair 2026

NEC Birmingham, B40 1NT, UK
www.autumnfair.com
Dates: Sunday, 6 September 2026 - Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Time: 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-4pm

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Tel: 020 3033 2500

Email: visitor@autumnfair.com

Autumn Fair is the unmissable Gift & Home show for the retail industry held at the NEC in Birmingham. Now part of Autumn Fair, Moda presents an exciting new Fashion destination that encompasses the latest trends, new designers and must-have looks that will adorn the season.

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