Craft Focus - Feb/Mar (Issue 71)

20 cra ftfocus brand spanking new Knitty gritty Vanessa Bee supplies knitting and crochet bags, all made from biodegradable jute or juco. There are many imaginative designs to choose from, all available in bright and cheerful colours. Each bag carries the company’s distinctive sheep logo with a catchy craft-related slogan and prices start at £4.99. The supplier also offers mug and coaster sets, which proved especially popular during Christmas 2018. +44 (0)1768 771 447 vanessabeetrade.co.uk Good wood We love Hawthorn Handmade’s new wooden embroidery kits and mini circular weaving looms. Each product is contemporary and versatile, combining wood and textiles to achieve something completely original. Every set comes with the materials and instructions needed to create beautiful decorations, jewellery and other creative projects. +44 (0)1258 880 691 hawthornhandmadewholesale.co.uk Proud as a peacock Corinne Lapierre’s pretty peacock kit is perfect for crafters who wish to develop their skills. The easily achievable project comes with clear illustrated instructions and soft wool-mix felt, offering a rewarding make for beginners and more advanced crafters. It retails at £9.60 and free sample packs are available with every trade order. +44 (0)113 246 0403 corinnelapierre.com Taking liberties Liberty Fabrics has produced iconic designs since 1875. Each season, its design studio creates a number of original prints, drawing on inspiration from its vast collection of florals, paisleys and graphic geometrics. Named after a favourite artwork in the company’s archive, the Hesketh House collection is set to be another classic, and its stunning fabrics are available from EQS. +44 (0)116 271 0033 eqsuk.com