7 EDITOR’S LETTER On the cover IRIS from Juniper Moon Farm is reminiscent of an oversized bushel of cotton candy… The soft flowy texture, the swirling and creamy muted colours, and all the squish you can handle. IRIS from Juniper Moon Farm is a luxurious blend of Suri Alpaca, Mulberry Silk and Merino Wool. This dreamy delight comes in 437 yard skeins and is offered in eight magical colourways. It’s ethically sourced in Argentina, designed in Italy and distributed by Knitting Fever Inc. Visit: www.knittingfever.com Come rain or shine I hope you’re all enjoying the summer. We certainly are at Craft Focus HQ. However, there have been murmurs of the C word, that we can’t ignore as we enter the second half of the year. It’s time to dip your toes in and check out the first part of our Christmas special to get your cogs whirring as to what your festive displays will look like this year. There’s so much choice out there! If you can’t quite entertain sequins and tinsel just yet, maybe enjoy our Halloween pages instead – there are black cats and pumpkins galore! This issue, we also celebrate the not-to-miss trade show, Autumn Fair, a key event for buyers to top up their stocks ready for the golden quarter. Do register for this huge event at The NEC. If that’s not enough, we have a spotlight on knitting and crochet, a section all about stamping and embossing as well as a focus on cardmaking. I adore making cards and am always keen to keep my card stock fresh and up to date – with a few fun stencils and embellishments added each season. Enjoy the rest of the summer sun and keep crafting! Louise Prance Editor Rachel DESIGN +44 (0)1376 535 616 artwork@craftfocus.com ACCOUNTS +44 (0)1376 535 616 accounts@craftfocus.com MANAGING DIRECTOR Sarah Ellis +44 (0)1376 535 602 sarah.ellis@craftfocus.com Craft Focus is solely owned, published and designed by Ellis Media and Events Ltd. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility of the standing of advertisers nor by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Craft Focus is published six times a year. ISSN 1758-0900 @craftfocus @craftfocusmag @craftfocus Craft Focus is proud to be associated with and supporters of: ADVERTISING Account Manager Tracy Voice +44 (0)1376 538 555 tracy.voice@craftfocus.com EDITORIAL Editor Rachel Westall +44 (0)1376 514 000 editor@craftfocus.com Lavinia Stamps Little Green Paper Shop
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