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These new felt craft pennant kits will look fabulous in the home. The Wildflower and Celestial designs are £19.95 RRP and come with everything you need including the wool felt, DMC threads, wooden dowel and cotton, pins, needle and of course our highly detailed step-by-step instructions designed for total beginners. For further information, email: info@hawthornhandmade.co.uk or visit the website: www.hawthornhandmade.com
This mini cross stitch kit is sure to delight for beginners or experts alike, with aida, needle, threads and even a mini wooden hoop plus full instructions for all the letters of the alphabet and different mini hearts. Whether you choose the easy heart or follow the instructions to put your initials into a heart, all the designs will fit exactly into the mini hoop provided to show off your finished creation.
For further information, email: info@inamatchbox.com or visit the website: https://inamatchbox.com
Colourful DK is a brand-new, fun mid-range double knit yarn from Cygnet. From toys, to homeware, to garments, there's no end to the things you can create with this versatile yarn. With a starting rainbow pallet of 12 colours and easy-care instructions, you're sure to find something perfect for your next project. The RRP is £1.99- £2.20. For further info, visit: www.cygnetyarns.com
Perfect for the start of spring, the Spring 2024 addition to the Kaweco Collection Range is a subtle shade of orange which changes to a pearly, shimmering green depending on the light. The gold elements match the warm appearance of the colour perfectly. The packaging completes the overall design - the special paper imitates the visual effect of the pen and makes the Kaweco Collection Apricot Pearl an eye-catcher even when it's still packed.
Email : info@studiopens.com or visit the website: www.studiopens.com
These lovely, blue Agapanthus buttons were created and inspired by the huge swaying blooms to be found growing wild in the summer months on the Isles of Scilly the spectacular little islands just off the coast of Cornwall. Stockwell Ceramics is a Cornish based crafts company producing high quality ranges of handmade ceramic buttons, brooches, pendant necklaces, earrings, cufflinks and hanging decorations. All of the products are handmade in its studio.
Email : info@stockwellceramics.co.uk or visit the website: www.stockwellceramics.com for further info!
The Fabric Fairy has introduced FlexSoft in seven new shades. FlexSoft is a brushed Interlock spandex that's a great choice for your next activewear collection! This fabric looks stunning in solid colours and has a buttery soft hand that feels like a second skin. Stay dry and comfortable during the most intensive workouts due to the hydrophilic wicking finish paired with the excellent stretch and recovery. These high performing qualities make this fabric perfect for yoga apparel, leggings, or any activewear garment.
Email: contact@thefabricfairy.com for further info or visit the website: www.thefabricfairy.com
Pentel, the Japanese writing instruments manufacturer renowned for quality and innovation has enhanced its #TheHomeoftheBrushPen social media campaign with the addition of six exciting new fluorescent shades to its Brush Sign Pen family. Brush Sign Pen, which is now available in no fewer than 36 colours, is based on the styling of the long-established Sign Pen, a favourite with artists and designers for many decades, but with a slightly flexible brush tip that is perfect for a range of creative applications.
By applying varying degrees of pressure and holding the pen at different angles writers find Brush Sign Pen ideal for hand lettering and modern calligraphy, helping them to achieve perfect ascender and descender strokes.
The six new fluorescent colours are red, orange, yellow, light green, pink and sky blue.
Craft and cat lovers are invited to take part in the charity's latest craftalong event where they'll receive the exclusive Craft for Cats cross stitch pattern to follow and colour as they wish. This is designed to be inclusive for cross stitch beginners who want to try something new, as well as experts who want to brush up on their skills. They can join in with the live craftalong with Caterpillar Cross Stitch on Facebook from 10am to midday on Saturday 4 May, or catch up later by watching a video recording. The cost to take part is £23 (with £10 going to help cats) and includes a craft kit, exclusive access to the Craft for Cats Facebook group, support from a dedicated team and access to the live craftalong. Those interested can sign up at cats.org.uk/crossstitchcraft
Moonlit Bay (MSMB1761) is part of the Mel's Stitches range from Heritage Crafts. Featuring a seal upon a rock, the design size is: 20.5cmsq and has an RRP: £36.75. For further info, visit: https://www.hcrafts.com/
HeyDoodle's wipe-clean silicone mats offer fun playtime time and time again. Children can enjoy hours of colouring, tracing, and doodling. These mats are not only fun, but also environmentally friendly, reducing paper waste and providing a sustainable way for kids to explore their artistic abilities. Pictures are the HeyDoodle Tales - a silicone activity mat that can stretch up to 60cm long, or fold back into a portable book. Read, Colour, Trace, Erase and Reuse! The perfect activity on-the-go for kids. Choose from three different designs; Habitats Above & Below Book, Natural Wonders Book or Old MacDonalds Had a Farm Book.
