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Nelson Plain Claret is a refined 100% cotton shirting fabric designed for durability, comfort, and everyday versatility. Woven from 1/40's yarns, which are slightly thicker than standard poplin yarns, this fabric has a subtly heavier hand feel that improves body and reduces opacity while preserving the smooth, crisp finish poplin is known for. The rich claret colour adds depth and sophistication, making it an excellent choice for shirts that need to balance a professional appearance with practical performance. Breathable and comfortable against the skin, Nelson Plain Claret is well suited to uniforms, workwear, and everyday shirts where reliability and polish are essential. Produced in accordance with OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, this fabric delivers dependable quality and environmental peace of mind, combined with the timeless appeal of a classic plain-weave cotton.
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Hawthorn Handmade's new Millstream Mini Embroidery Kit is a great kit for beginners wanting to learn satin stitch. The additional guide has illustrations, photos and video to help you master this technique, and the 'stitch by numbers' style pattern included is super easy to follow. For further info, email: info@hawthornhandmade.co.uk www.hawthornhandmadewholesale.co.uk
Letistitch is planning to release a new kit: L9980 Easter Sampler, a small design, size 40 × 19 cm (15.7 × 7.4 in), Col.20, Luca-s floss, Zw.Aida 16/100, License term unlimited. Visit: www.letistitch.com
STABILO, has announced a new addition to its ever-popular highlighter range. Joining a palette of nine existing neon colours, STABILO BOSS ORIGINAL REALRED will be available in January 2026. The new red variant meets the long-standing consumer demand worldwide – tapping into current design and lifestyle trends that favour bold and expressive tones just in time for Valentine's Day gifting or arts and crafts. In its classic and practical design, the new addition features a chisel top that offers two-line widths – 2mm and 5mm – offering versatility for both fine underlining and broad highlighting. Visit: STABILO - Welcome to our colourful world
Cochineal for vibrant pinks and fuchsias. Natural dyes are a thrilling, natural way to create vibrant colours. Try cochineal for example: only 6g per 100g of fibre is enough to make these wonderful shades of pink. First bath a deep fuchsia, and to stay completely sustainable: re-use the dye bath for softer pinks.
For further info, email: info@naturaldyestore.com and visit the website: www.naturaldyestore.com
With or without a tie, this pattern creates a modern shirt you can adapt to fit any body shape. It has been designed for a standard height of 1.78m (5'10”) and can be used for sizes from 'S' to 'XXL'. The recommended fabric: Cotton poplin, Linen, lightweight wool, flannel or silk. Origins of the 'The elegant shirt pattern': When David and Olivier first met on the French version of The Sewing Bee TV show last year, they immediately discussed about how hard it was to find sewing patterns for men. Most of the time, they both had to design and create their own ones. A few months later, they decided to work together and create the first sewing pattern brand dedicated to men's wear. In November 2017, during the biggest French DIY show in Paris, they launched “Patrons les BG” (Sewing patterns for Handsome Guys' Wear) Sewing trendy garments for men is now possible......just invent your style!
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This felt carrier solution for storage is perfect for storing yarn, blankets, and car storage. It comes with handles making it easy to carry. The felt can be machine embroidered, appliqued and personalised. There's no sewing required for assembly. Contact Bosal Foam & Fiber via email: Office@bosalfoam.com or check out the website: www.bosalfoam.com
Heritage stationery brand, STABILO, is kicking off the new year with a product range extension – introducing The Cute Edition – Animal Vibes, the perfect pencil case refresh for school children. The Cute Edition range comprises of new designs for BOSS mini, point 88 & Pen 68 and Trio thick, all of which have been designed based on animal characters, each representing a specific emotion. Featuring characters including the Sleepy Sloth and Curious Meerkat, the range has been designed to create excitement for children but also to engage with emotions that are easy to recognise. By incorporating emotions and characters, STABILO is encouraging a fun way for children to interact with their emotions, whilst making the creative experience fun and educational.
Connie is the latest Elegance design – JLCN1953. The RRP is £68.99. This kit is available as a full kit on 14ct aida or 27ct evenweave. For further info, email: sales@hcrafts.com or visit: www.hcrafts.com
Turn off the noise of the world and get lost in embroidery with the beginner-friendly Celestial Hare mini embroidery kit. Designed for beginners, but a delightful project for experienced crafters alike, this kit was inspired by my love of nature and all things mystical. If you've never done embroidery before, you're in safe hands with our detailed stitch instructions and complete guide to embroidery booklet. Everything you need is included in the kit – just add some scissors. This craft kit makes a wonderful gift for a creative soul, and anyone who loves hares of course! All of Hawthorn's kits are designed and made in Dorset.
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