Craft Focus - December 2020/January 2021 (Issue 82)

5 EDITOR’S LETTER On the cover The buttons featured on our cover are examples of the glorious, eternally popular timeless designs of William Morris to be found in abundance in the Heritage Button range by Stockwell Ceramics. If you’re making or upcycling your clothes at home and are looking for perfect buttons to embellish your new garment look no further; Stockwell has so much choice. A change of button can be the perfect finishing touch for that lovingly stitched jacket or cardigan. No need to throw away that old winter coat or the favourite cardigan that needs a new lease of life just add these stunning buttons for a refreshed garment and many compliments. For further information visit the website www.stockwellceramics.co.uk Here’s to 2021 It’s been a challenging year for retail and trade, however, with talks of a vaccine before Christmas and with trade shows eagerly planning their 2021 dates, we can be certain that us Brits are soldiering on with great optimism. And here at Craft Focus we want you to know we’re here to support you. We are here to showcase your products, bring you the latest industry news and keep you up to speed with what’s happening in the craft industry. And soon enough, we will see you once again as we all browse the aisles of our beloved trade shows. It will happen! Till then myself and Tracy want to thank you for your continued loyalty and support. So, please do continue to email us with announcements, products or just to say hello! This issue we have our Trends feature where we’re excited to feature what the industry experts predict will be big in Craft in 2021. From Sara Davis to Blair Christie, haberdashery buyer at John Lewis, it certainly makes an interesting read. Furthermore, we celebrate 50 years in business for Search Press. Martin de la Bedoyere, managing director and Caroline de la Bedoyere, director, discuss their milestones over the years. We also chat with Michael Reichhold – director of Creativeworld and Paperworld, as he explains the new measures Messe Frankfurt are taking to deliver a successful and fruitful trade show for buyers and exhibitors alike in April, 2021. For one year only, Paperworld will be held under the title: International Consumer Goods Show – Special Edition; and Creativeworld will be held in digital format. Please also be sure to check out our Show News pages to find the latest exhibition dates and details of virtual events. There are loads of exciting products in our Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day and Brand Spanking New features – food for thought as to what could be adorning your shelves in the new year. From all the team behind Craft Focus, we hope you all have a very merry Christmas! Best wishes, Rachel Westall Editor Rachel x EDITOR Rachel Westall +44 (0)1376 514 000 editor@craftfocus.com PRODUCTION MANAGER Scott Brothwell SALES MANAGER Sarah Mclean +44 (0)1376 538 490 sarahm@craftfocus.com ACCOUNT MANAGER Tracy Voice +44 (0)1376 535 618 tracyv@craftfocus.com GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Stephanie Hodder, Vicky O’Connor, Sarah Young +44 (0)1376 535 616 artwork@kdmediapublishing.com PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Lorna Butcher WEB DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Stuart Weatherley DIGITAL MARKETING COORDINATOR Katie Laley +44 (0)1376 514 000 KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP craftfocus.com Craft Focus is solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility of the standing of advertisers nor by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Craft Focus is published six times a year. ISSN 1758-0900 @craftfocus @craftfocusmag @craftfocus MEDIA PUBLISHING Craft Focus is proud to be associated with and supporters of: