Craft Focus - Page number 37 - June/July 2021 (Issue 85)

The Wholesaler UK is open 24/7/365 for retailers looking for suppliers. www.thewholesaler.co.uk sue@thewholesaler.co.uk 01608 662 298 Trade shows are back, but we never closed! Visit our website or contact us to find out how to book your “virtual” stand and take advantage of our trial listings. 1000s of product photos Detailed at-a-glance information on suppliers. Save your favourite suppliers for future visits The directory is still free to use - no registration. All listings are thoroughly vetted. We only list UK-based wholesalers What’s New? What’s Not New? Let customers show off their embroidery as they get out and about after lockdown! In the UK we throw away £140m worth of wearable clothing every year - Paraffle’s new Customise Kits are designed for revitalising clothing to extend its use! THE KITS INCLUDE: - DMC THREAD IN 8 SHADES (36M ALTOGETHER), ON A REUSABLE THREAD ORGANISER - 10 ORIGINAL PATTERNS PRINTED ON WATER SOLUBLE STABILISER - EMBROIDERY NEEDLE - EASY TO UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS - ENVELOPE PACKAGING MADE FROM RECYCLED COTTON This innovative new range arrives as customer concerns for sustainability and minimising waste is at an all time high. These kits are Paraffle’s next step to becoming an even more responsible and sustainable business - while helping others do the same! Paraffle’s Customise Kits come in four themes: Ocean, Tropical, Countryside, and Fanciful (think rainbows and unicorns), RRP £12.50. NEEDLE-MINDERS - Available in three unique Paraffle designs (Fox, Bee, and Whale) and made in Britain, the needle minders are made from Nickel, with enamel finishing for the colours. Everything created in Paraffle’s studio is considered with the planet in mind; plus, at least 10% of Paraffle’s proceeds are donated to charity. www.paraffle.com info@paraffle-embroidery.com | 07468535475