Craft Focus - April/May 2024 (Issue 102)

11 INDUSTRY NEWS The Great British Yarn Crawl UK Hand Knitting has announced the launch of this year’s The Great British Yarn Crawl that will take place from 13th April till 30th June nationwide, and there are prizes galore to be won. A real treat and a great excuse for a yarnie road trip, The Great British Yarn Crawl is for anyone who loves visiting a yarn shop, it couldn’t be easier to take part. Simply visit one of UK Hand Knitting’s participating premium yarn shops listed on their website. Pick up a Yarn Crawl Card and collect your first stamp. Get your friends involved and hit the road. Leave your card with the last shop you visit once you have six stamps, from at least two different shops. You’ll then be entered into a prize draw to win one of 24 prizes of yarn and patterns – eight worth £100 and 16 worth £50. There are also eight instant wins that will be sent out at random to shops across the country. Will you be lucky? We all value our yarn shops so why not show them a little love and join in with The Great British Yarn Crawl. There’s no purchase necessary. Terms and conditions at: https://ukhandknitting.com The Creative Retail Awards latest! The Creative Retail Awards, in collaboration with Shop Drop Daily, is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking new Award – The Shop Drop Daily Concept of the Year Award. This prestigious Award celebrates the most innovative and inspiring branded concepts from around the world, as featured on Shop Drop Daily - the premier destination for cuttingedge brand experiences. This Award features the Top 10 most viewed concepts of 2023, curated from the platform’s daily drops, showcasing the pinnacle of creativity and excellence in the global retail industry. Voted for by the public through the Creative Retail Awards online voting portal, this Award provides an opportunity for the whole industry to express appreciation and admiration for the exceptional retail concepts that have transformed retail into unforgettable experiences over the past year. David Dalziel joins judging panel We’re delighted to welcome David Dalziel, a renowned figure in the retail design and brand experience industry, as a Judge for the 2024 Creative Retail Awards. With an illustrious career, spanning decades, Dalziel brings a wealth of expertise and insight that will contribute to the impartial and comprehensive judging of the entries. Kesslers London named headline sponsor The Creative Retail Awards is proud to announce Kesslers London as the Headline Sponsor for 2024 Creative Retail Awards. As industry leaders in the creation of bespoke retail solutions, Kesslers London’s commitment to innovation and excellence aligns seamlessly with the spirit of the Awards. New categories for 2024 The Creative Retail Awards have introduced an exciting array of new categories for 2024, including Design Agency of the Year. Working in collaboration with their new esteemed Advisory Board, they’ve carefully curated the categories to reflect the dynamic nature of modern retail. Taking valuable feedback into account, the Creative Retail Awards are proud to present the most comprehensive Awards to date. New categories for 2024 include: • Creative Collaboration • Design Agency of the Year • Festive Display • Hospitality Design • In-Store Scheme • Window Scheme The Creative Retail Awards are open for entries, and the public is invited to cast their vote for the Shop Drop Daily Concept of the Year Award via the Awards website www. creativeretailawards.com Winners will be revealed at the Creative Retail Awards ceremony, where industry leaders, innovators, and influencers will gather to celebrate the best in retail excellence.

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