Craft Focus - June/July 2022 (Issue 91)

CYGNET YARNS Seriously Chunky is one of Cygnet Yarn’s bestselling ranges, regularly adding new shades to the range. This yarn is quick to knit, a true super chunky it’s an ideal yarn to use to create stylish bags, large homewares, chunky scarves, wraps, pompom hats and over-sized garments amongst other chunky knit projects. It’s a perfect yarn for quick projects and ideal for beginners in a multitude of bright, pastel, and exciting eyecatching neon shades. Seriously Chunky Prints are a fabulous extension to Cygnet’s signature Seriously Chunky range. This colourful printed yarn comes in a gorgeous range of bright, funky shades and is easy and fun to knit up. It is the perfect yarn for quick projects and ideal for beginners to use and it’s always a favourite amongst younger knitters. These super chunky yarns are great for finger knitting, simple loom knitting, weaving sticks and basic knitting working on big needles up to 15mm in size. Their quick knit nature allows knitters to see results quickly perfect for beginners and young crafters. sales@cygnetyarns.com www.cygnetyarns.com REX LONDON This fun, rainy day activity contains eight easy to stitch cards and eight lengths of colourful string, so kids can make their own pretty decorations. Great for fine tuning motor skills! trade@rexlondon.com www.rexlondontrade.com CRAYOLA Make a suncatcher with this melted crayon turtle craft for kids. Simply unwrap two to three crayons, then use a crayon sharpener to create shavings. Using a hairdryer gently melt the shavings on to a piece of wax paper. The translucent effect when held up to the light is beautiful! www.crayola.co.uk CORINNE LAPIERRE This little bee is buzzing around her pretty daisy with a big happy smile. Using high quality materials and simple stitches, this kit is perfect to introduce children to sewing. Felt is super easy to use as it doesn’t fray and Corinne’s is a wool/viscose mix, making it very soft and lovely to handle. Beautifully packaged in Corinne’s signature brown craft box, it contains absolutely everything needed for the project: clearly illustrated instructions and templates, soft wool mix felt, DMC embroidery threads, toy filling, ribbon, and a needle. Check out the full range on the company’s website where you’ll find other animals with other hobbies such as sailing, mechanics and stargazing. The trade price is £4.50 (RRP £10.80). All trade orders receive free PoS including free sample pack to make your own display. +44 (0)1132 460 403 trade@corinnelapierre.com www.corinnelapierre.com 36

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