Craft Focus - Jun/Jul (Issue 73)

44 HERITAGE CRAFTS Suitable for beginners, the Simply Heritage range from Heritage Crafts features a selection of whole-stitch designs. Each includes 14 count aida, Zweigart fabric, DMC stranded cottons, a needle, charts and instructions. Kits retail at £11.50. +44 (0)1889 575 256 hcrafts.com MOUSELOFT Ideal to complete over an afternoon or evening, Mouseloft’s Quicklets kits feature a range of charming designs. With a retail price of £6.89, each product contains aida fabric, threads, a needle and instructions. mouseloft.co.uk PATTERN WEIGHTS Pattern Weights collaborates with well-known artists to produce beautifully crafted weights that are perfect for gifting. Sets retail at £13.99, with thousands of images to choose from. Personalised options are also available. +44 (0)1872 571 200 patternweights.co.uk SEARCH PRESS Priced at £4.99, 20 To Knit: Pocket Pets features a range of patterns for quick and easy fleece yarn makes. Written by Sachiyo Ishii, it’s ideal for knitters of all abilities. Projects include a penguin, koala, guinea pig and squirrel and there’s a handy techniques section with details on making up, stuffing and decorative surface stitching. +44 (0)1892 510 850 searchpress.com GMC GROUP Featuring more than 40 food-themed amigurumi, this charming book shows crafters how to make pancakes, spaghetti and meatballs, a crocheted salad and even a slice of pie. Every project features instructions for adding scent using wax melts or common household items like herbs and coffee beans. AmiguruMe Eats retails at £14.99. +44 (0)1273 402 873 thegmcgroup.com