7 EDITOR’S LETTER On the cover Meet Harmonie Lane, SANTORO’s vibrant new world of friendship, creativity, music, and self-expression. Featuring 10 girls, each with their own personality, passions and style, Harmonie Lane brings a refreshing, contemporary energy to the craft and stationery space. From colourful stationery and activity products to creative kits, the collection is designed to encourage screen-free play, individuality, and plenty of hobby-building fun. With its playful characters, distinctive aesthetic, and feel-good spirit, the brand has already made a strong impression since launching, receiving an enthusiastic response from both retailers and customers. Harmonie Lane may just be getting started, but its future looks wonderfully creative! Visit: www.harmonielane.com Carry on crafting! As we enjoy the last days of summer, somehow our thoughts gently start to turn to back to school – and what comes with it – autumn, and dare we say it, the ‘C’ word! While it may still seem a little way off, experienced retailers know that now is the ideal time to start planning! Our festive crafting features are packed with ideas to help you get ahead of the seasonal rush, giving you plenty of time to get your window displays planned and ensure plenty of stock at a relaxed pace. In this issue, we’re delighted to feature two well-known names from the crafting world. We get chatting to Peak Dale Products, and we’re also shining the spotlight on Search Press, whose inspiring books have helped generations of makers develop their skills and creativity. We hope you enjoy finding out more about the people and stories behind these trusted brands. Celebrations are another key theme this issue, with our wedding crafts feature showcasing beautiful handmade ideas for every stage of the occasion. Whether you’re creating personalised decorations for your own special day, or crafting meaningful gifts for the happy couple, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to make every celebration even more memorable. You’ll also discover creative products to stock, from stamping and embossing to knitting and crochet projects that are perfect for taking into the cooler months. Thank you, as always, for choosing to spend time with us. Your enthusiasm for creativity and making continues to inspire every issue we produce! Till next time, happy crafting! Louise Prance Editor Rachel DESIGN +44 (0)1376 535 616 artwork@craftfocus.com ACCOUNTS +44 (0)1376 535 616 accounts@craftfocus.com MANAGING DIRECTOR Sarah Ellis +44 (0)1376 535 602 sarah.ellis@craftfocus.com Craft Focus is solely owned, published and designed by Ellis Media and Events Ltd. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility of the standing of advertisers nor by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Craft Focus is published six times a year. ISSN 1758-0900 @craftfocus @craftfocusmag @craftfocus Craft Focus is proud to be associated with and supporters of: ADVERTISING Account Manager Tracy Voice +44 (0)1376 538 555 tracy.voice@craftfocus.com EDITORIAL Editor Rachel Westall +44 (0)1376 514 000 editor@craftfocus.com CICO Books Zweigart
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