British needle felting craft company. Introducing ‘How to needle felt - a beginners guide’, where you will discover the essential wools, tools, and accessories that will set you on the path to helping your customers create their own felted masterpieces. Learn about the different types of wools, unravel the mysteries of batts and tops, and understand when to use each for optimal results. Join Steffi in a hands-on demonstration where she’ll walk you through crafting a basic shape, incorporating wire and wool for added structure, and even delving into the realm of 2D artwork. 8. Oh So Pretty And Clever Enhancing retailer outlets with crochet workshops: A profitable venture for yarn traders. Emma Pickering, with 17 years of crochet experience, is the acclaimed creator behind Oh So Pretty And Clever – award-winning workshops, courses and retreats. Join Emma as she takes you through the upsell benefits of hosting workshops in your craft store. • The rise of the maker culture • Benefits of including crochet workshops at retailer outlets • Addressing potential concerns • Collaboration opportunities for yarn traders • Consultation and networking. THE PITCH ‘The Pitch’ gives craft industry entrepreneurs and business owners the chance to share their business, product or idea to key industry players including Sarah Hurley and Simon Burns, potentially landing themselves mentoring and advice. The Pitch aims to provide small businesses and crafting innovators additional support in order for them to progress. Whether you have a brand-new craft product idea, small business start-up or are already an established brand, we are looking for you. Email jordanaj@ichf.co.uk for more information. SHOWCASE A sustainability showcase of the most ethical products at the event will be on display at the show providing inspiration to visitors. If you are a buyer join us to source the latest eco-responsible products on the market. INSIGHTS HUB The Insights Hub is the main stage bringing together retail, sales and marketing experts from outside the craft industry to share valuable insights. This is your chance to be inspired and motivated by some of the UK’s most thoughtprovoking speakers. THE ACADEMY A programme of business speakers curated by Sarah Hurley, dedicated towards start-up businesses to provide advice and solutions to challenges facing new businesses in today’s market. EXHIBITORS From embroidery to yarn, buttons and craft kits to fine art, sewing machines and textiles, CHSI Stitches 2024 is the goto show for discovering the latest craft trends, finding new products, and placing orders for products that’ll enthuse and delight customers. Not only is the range of products on offer vast but the hands-on experience of a trade show gives visitors an opportunity to look, feel and discuss new ranges directly with exhibitors. Exhibitors include, amongst many others: • Anbo Textiles. With three new collections from Dashwood Studios, they have plenty to bring along to #CHSI2024 - including the Save the Planet collection. • Sew Different. Sew Different has grown into a brand known for its simple, contemporary patterns. We export all over the world with suppliers in Australia, Sweden and the United States. We now also run regular events, such as our immensely popular sewing retreats and pattern cutting courses. • Aurifil. Specialists in the production of the highest quality 100% Cotton threads they have achieved worldwide success due to its versatility, its strength, and the fact that it produces virtually no lint. • Jones Buttons. Jones have led the Button Industry for over 100 years and are the largest trade supplier in the UK. With around 50 million buttons in stock, an onsite dyehouse and decades of experience Jones know exactly how to source the best products for their customers. They offer a vast range of buttons; from polyester and metal to real shell and wood varieties and their evolving range includes environmentally friendly, natural and recycled materials. Steve Mitchell, Event Director said: “We have increased our investment in our speaker programme in recent years as we realise the value that these global experts can bring to designers, manufacturers and retailers. We had such brilliant feedback last year on our speaker programme and it has inspired us to pull out all the stops to create our best line up yet, giving visitors to the show a valuable experience and fresh knowledge they can apply to their business.” He added: “Attendees can expect the biggest line-up of craft products on the market from leading suppliers, renowned retail experts will be sharing essential insights in the keynote speaker theatre and a range of demos will be available to showcase the latest innovation.” CHSI Stitches 2024 takes place from February 25th – 26th at the NEC, Birmingham, UK. For free registration visit www.chsi.co.uk. To keep up to date with the show follow: Twitter @CHSIstitches Instagram @CHSIstitches. LinkedIn CHSI Stitches Details correct of at time of going to press 33 STITCHES
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