Craft Focus - October/November (Issue 75)

35 SEWING & STITCHING Sew what? Brand-new stitching inspiration  CORINNE LAPIERRE Made from soft wool/viscose felt, Corinne Lapierre’s mini fox kit comes with all the materials and instructions needed to complete the project. It’s simple enough for children and beginners and retails at £7.20. Free point of sale and sample packs are available with every trade order. +44 (0)113 246 0403 corinnelapierre.com SEARCH PRESS In this stunning volume, readers are invited to take a walk through the stitched world of Chloe Giordano, discovering a sublime collection of textile art that’s inspired by a love of the natural world. The book follows one project from conception through to completion, demonstrating how Chloe plans each design, chooses colours, selects threads and finally stitches a delicate embroidery. There’s guidance on every aspect of the process, including hooping and framing. The retail price is £25. +44 (0)1892 510 850 searchpress.com HERITAGE CRAFTS Heritage Crafts has released a selection of new festive kits. Adorable teddy William at Christmas (RRP £35) is designed by John Clayton, while Christmas Robins (RRP £13.60) and Noel (£20.95) will be joining the Karen Carter collection. Each comes with Zweigart fabric, DMC stranded cottons sorted onto numbered cards, a needle, charts and instructions. +44 (0)1889 575 256 hcrafts.com