Craft Focus - Apr/May (Issue 72)

20 HUNKYDORY CRAFTS Hunkydory has launched a mini version of its much-loved Adorable Scoreboard. The smaller size has been designed with portability in mind, and includes box-making technology, an ergonomic scoring tool and double-sided imperial and metric measurements. The board fits up to 8in x 8in and A4 cardstock, retailing at £19.99. +44 (0)1772 272 577 hunkydorycrafts.co.uk PAVILION BOOKS Celebrating the beauty and craftsmanship of handmade trades, The Story of Tools makes a great Father’s Day gift idea. The book tells the story of 25 tools through the eyes of those whose craft and livelihood depend on them. Published under the Holes & Corner lifestyle imprint, this is an engaging look at a fascinating subject. +44 (0)20 7462 1500 pavilionbooks.com CREATIVE PRODUCTS DISTRIBUTION Creative Products Distribution has become the UK distributor for Made by Man. The company offers a range of origami greeting cards on specially designed paper. The card’s recipient can fold their gift using the enclosed instructions or by watching a YouTube demonstration. More than 130 designs are available. +44 (0)20 8953 2143 creative-distribution.co.uk BOTHY THREADS Bothy Threads unveiled a new range of Bebunni kits at CHSI Stitches in February. We love this charming design, which includes 14-count white Zweigart aida, pre-sorted stranded cottons, silver metallic thread, beads, a needle, a stitch diagram and instructions. When finished it measures 18cm x 22cm and requires cross stitch, backstitch and occasional fractionals. This version retails at £21.99. +44 (0)1900 828 844 bothythreads.com LAVINIA STAMPS There’s a new range of designs available from Lavinia Stamps this season, including these beautiful wolf and crow images. Created by artist Tracey Dutton, each versatile stamp can be used in a variety of ways, with stunning results. +44 (0)1824 710 691 laviniastamps.com