Craft Focus - June/July 2024 (Issue 103)

90 If you have a product you’d like us to test, get in touch via editor@craftfocus.com Craft Focus Editor, Rachel Westall, trials these new children’s cross stitch kits from Bothy Threads THE PRODUCT The Hop, Skip, Jump ranges from Bothy Threads features 12 brand new cross stitch kits, specially designed for Little Stitchers! Using fabulous artwork from Kate Hadfield, the range has designs in bright, bold colours, from monsters to monkeys, fairytales to brave knights, and of course a trip to the circus! This new collection features a range of designs aimed at children or those new to stitching, and include coloured charts, helpful video links, a new needle minder, and a brand-new project bag! The recommended age ranges for the designs are: HOP – aimed at 6- to 10-year-olds. Worked on 10ct canvas and use full cross stitches only. Wooden stick and glue dots are included to make the design into a bookmark. SKIP – aimed at 8- to 12-year-olds. Worked on large 8ct Aida and use full cross stitches only. JUMP – aimed at 10- to 14-year-olds. Worked on standard 14ct Aida and use full cross stitches only. HOP, SKIP, JUMP HOW TO USE IT Rachel says, “My littlest one is six years old, and I love introducing him to mindful activities, to help develop motor skills, creativity, and encourage time away from screens! With RRP’s between £10.99 to £13.99 they’re a good price point for starting a new hobby.” BOTHY THREADS Stitching has been a life-long hobby of Kate Golby which led her to start Bothy Threads Ltd back in 1993. Bothy Threads now stocks a large and beautiful selection of cross stitch and tapestry kits for all your sewing needs! info@bothythreads.com www.bothythreads.com REASONS TO STOCK • Cute designs customers will love • Everything you need in the box • Great price point • Beautiful, plastic-free packaging

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