Craft Focus - October/November (Issue 75)

80 LAVINIA STAMPS Lavinia Stamps is releasing a selection of new lines to the trade this autumn. Featuring artist Tracey Dutton’s instantly recognisable style, these whimsical stamps are sure to be a hit with crafters. +44 (0)1824 710 691 laviniastamps.com SEARCH PRESS Back by popular demand, The Crafter’s Guide to Papercutting introduces readers to this satisfying medium. With basic techniques and creative step-by-step projects inside, the book demonstrates how to create exquisite works of art. It’s published on 1st November, with a retail price of £12.99. +44 (0)1892 510 850 searchpress.com EXACLAIR ExaClair has launched new Clairefontaine origami paper pads. The products feature neon and neutral themes, and each has 100 smooth, deep-dyed papers. “Origami is a popular craft and rightly so,” says marketing manager Clement Rouillard. “Once you’ve mastered the basics it’s incredible to see what people can make with just a single sheet of paper. These new pads have the signature premium-quality of the brand, as well as vibrant and long-lasting colours.” +44 (0)1553 696 600 exaclairlimited.com GMC GROUP New from Tuva Publishing, Have Fun with Origami 3D Flowers shows crafters how to create three- dimensional blooms that look like the real thing. The book features 30 projects including tulips, peonies, sunflowers, cherry blossoms and daffodils. It retails at £9.99. +44 (0)1273 402 873 thegmcgroup.com