7 EDITOR’S LETTER On the cover Let your mind fill with thoughts of autumn whilst you needle felt these gorgeous pumpkins in a hoop. By following the clear photographic instructions and using the UK-sourced materials included in this needle felting kit, you can enjoy your creation no matter your skill level. Visit the website: https://trade.craftykitcompany.co.uk Christmas is a-coming It’s that time of year again when the C word starts getting mentioned. Yes, we’re talking all things Christmas as we prep for the busiest retail time of the year. Autumn Fair is key for buyers who want to top up their stockrooms, so do register for this huge event at The NEC. As a prime tool for buyers, Craft Focus has collated part one of our two-part festive special full of the most creative crafts of the market for this super-sparkly season. But before we get too knee deep in tinsel, let’s not forget Halloween. Day of the Dead, trick or treating and pumpkins galore – it’s not just a huge market for the US anymore as the theme grows on UK soil year-on-year – we have three pages full of spooky crafts for all ages. This edition, I was lucky enough to catch up with Crystal Parade’s Poppy Pennington, who gives us all the goss on what’s happening in the world of rhinestones – and all the ventures she’s been a part of – from encrusting Sam Ryder’s boilersuits to adorning the stage of The Royal Opera House. Wow. If that’s not enough we have a spotlight on knitting and crochet, an eco-friendly section as well as our festival themed feature full of rainbows, dreamcatchers and hedonistic vibes for those eeking out the last of summer! And last but not least, we have all the current industry news and the latest crafting products on the market. Happy reading! 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 KD Events & Publishing 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 The Esterbrook Estie from Studio Pens is utterly beautiful. Crystal Parade on stage at The Royal Opera House
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