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

CORINNE LAPIERRE This adorable little penguin is looking rather pleased with his prize haul of fish! Designed by Corinne Lapierre and manufactured in Yorkshire, the kit contains everything to complete the project, including soft wool mix felt, toy filling, ribbon, DMC embroidery thread and a needle. Suitable for beginners, it has very clear, illustrated instructions and makes the perfect winter decoration or gift with a retail price of £7.20 (trade price: £3). All trade orders receive free PoS. +44 (0)1132 460 403 info@corinnelapierre.com www.corinnelapierre.com CRAFTER’S COMPANION Spectrum Noir Glitter Markers offer intense water-based vibrant dye-based colour for colouring, card-making, journaling, decoration and more. The Spectrum Noir Glitter Markers perfectly complement the existing Sparkler pens as the markers have a finer tip for detailing, embellishing and fine lettering while the brush pens offer a different, broader type of stroke. There are three sets of six markers to buy, including: Neon Lights; Vibrant Florals; and Cool Elements – all have an RRP £11.99. +44 (0)1388 660 930 https://www.crafterscompaniontrade.co.uk/ DOODLECRAFT DESIGN This lovely winter kit of a Robin in Snow, stitched in cross stitch on 18 count aida measures 7.5in x 7in (18cm x 17cm). DoodleCraft Design is a small business based in the East Neuk of Fife in Scotland and specialises in cross stitch, blackwork, quilting, fabric kits and more! +44 (0)1333 429 597 www.doodlecraftdesign.co.uk PEAK DALE PRODUCTS Dark nights, roaring fires, cosy blankets, warm drinks and the beautiful aroma of your own handmade candles. What could be better? Get started with Peak Dale Product’s range of candle kits. For beginners, the company has a starter kit, complete with everything you need to make 12 candles, including scents and dyes to make your candles your own. For crafters who have made a candle or two before, Peak dale has the Ultimate Candle Making Kit. This kit is stuffed full! Inside you’ll find no less than seven reusable moulds, paraffin wax and stearin (the secret ingredient to professional-looking candles) and scents, dyes and everything else. Take a look at the website for top-ups of consumables or the many other candle kits available. sales@peakdaleproducts.co.uk www.peakdaleproducts.co.uk THE CRAFTY KIT COMPANY We all feel a little bit like hibernating at this time of year! These lovely ‘snoozy animals’ needle felting kits are perfect for a cosy afternoon’s crafting. They’re all easy-peasy beginners’ kits, and everything needed to complete the project is included in the box, so each one makes a lovely project for anyone wanting to learn a new craft − or a beautiful boxed gift. The trade price is £6.40 (RRP £16). trade@craftykitcompany.co.uk https://trade.craftykitcompany.co.uk/ 70