Craft Focus - Jun/Jul (Issue 73)

60 Full house Home sewing ideas to inspire your customers SEARCH PRESS New from online sensation Svetlana Sotak, That Handmade Touch showcases the author’s talent for creating everyday essentials using thoughtful fabrics, clean patchwork and precise construction. The book features more than 20 sewing projects including a quilt, baskets and cushions. There’s also useful advice on colour, texture and fabric weight for each design. The retail price is £23.99. +44 (0)1892 510 850 searchpress.com DANNELLS Dannells supplies a wide range of lampshade- making kits and materials, offering crafters the opportunity to create their own home furnishings. Kits can be used with fabric or wallpaper, and the instructions are simple to follow. There’s a variety of shapes and sizes to choose from, compatible with most fittings. Double-sided sets are also available. +44 (0)1992 700 311 dannells.com THE CRAFT COTTON COMPANY Available from The Craft Cotton Company, Rainbow Etchings by Stuart Hillard features subtle hand-drawn images in vivid tones. Stuart has also created a new whimsical range, Hot Air Balloons. With fresh summer colours, the playful collection will launch at The Festival of Quilts in July. There’s lots of information on the company’s blog, together with hundreds of project ideas. +44 (0)161 832 2213 craftcotton.com