22 GROVES No matter what you choose to sew, pressing your masterpiece is a pivotal part in any project. The long-awaited return of the Iconic Oliso SmartIron® is here and it has got a whole lot smarter! The team at Oliso have enhanced its signature feature, the revolutionary patented iTouch® technology, lifting and lowering with the touch of the hand, not only preventing burns but saves your wrists and time, allowing for more sewing time! A new diamond ceramic-flow ™ soleplate with pro-press ™ core gives the SmartIron® a superior heat, added durability while retaining the effortless glide and users already know and love. Steam is essential to get those super sharp seams (or stubborn creases!) in and out of your fabric, Oliso has developed a Rapid-response™ Triple play® steam system for powerful horizontal, vertical, and variable steam. The anti-drip prevents leaks, and new anti-calc cartridge prevents hard water build-up, this paired with the auto-clean system will keep your iron working longer without relinquishing on any of the 1800 watts of power. This product is exclusively distributed across the UK by Groves. sales@groves-banks.com www.grovesltd.co.uk CRAFTER’S COMPANION Craft your own dimensional elements, stunning floral centrepieces and botanical toppers with the Decoupage Flowers Collection from Gemini. Create and colour everything from wildflowers and cottage garden blooms to exotic orchids. This range features matching stamps and dies that work together, each showcasing a different beautiful flower with matching foliage. From lilies and poppies to roses, bluebells and orchids. Simply stamp the image on a piece of card or paper and die cut the elements using the dies in the corresponding die set. Layer up each section to create your stunning 3D decoupage floral design. All you need is a die-cutting machine, a die and your chosen card or paper stock. Simply create your plate combination using the helpful Sandwich Guide in the instruction manual and run through your die-cutting machine – it’s that simple! The stamps are made from the highest quality clear acrylic, which means that you can see straight through the stamp to line up the image accurately. Just adhere your chosen stamp to an acrylic block or Rock-a-Block and stamp away! This means that you’re guaranteed accurate impressions every time. The stamp imagery has been purposely sized so that it slightly overlaps the cutting edges of the dies. Designing the stamps in this way ensures seamless edges, and when the decoupage layers are assembled, they appear much more realistic. Experiment with your favourite medium to add beautiful colour to your floral decoupage design. Floral centrepieces created using the Decoupage Flower Collection, are the perfect size to accompany any craft project. +44 (0)1388 660 930 https://ccglobal-group.com/trade-partnerships MICHAEL’S BRIDAL FABRICS Michael’s Bridal Fabrics has increased its range of eco-friendly French laces. Some are using organic cotton, combined with viscose made from wood pulp where new trees are planted when the ones to produce the yarn are cut down. One of these articles is a re-coloured existing design, and now include colours: Jeans, Dk Emerald and White. Many of the existing designs will also be converted to using the organic cotton option as we replace them. +44 (0)1322 380 480 www.michaelsbridalfabrics.co.uk
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