3 CONTENTS In this issue... REGULARS 9 Brand spanking new Brand spanking new products 17 Industry news What’s happening within the craft and hobby market 87 Tried & tested Craft Focus Editor, Rachel Westall, tried her hand at Hawthorn Handmade’s Christmas baubles needle felting kit 78 Bookstand The latest book releases October/ November 2023 64 75 57 FEATURES 31 Trend file: cats! Cats never seem to go out of fashion. Customers just keep coming back for more cute designs! 37 Sewing & stitching Sewing and stitching kits and essentials to keep customers busy well into 2024 45 Crafty kits Start a new hobby with a craft kit – everything you need is in the box! 51 Patchwork & quilting Create a keepsake to pass on down the generations 57 Art materials It’s never a bad time to top up your art supplies 62 Glues & adhesives Craft cupboard essentials 67 Feeling festive Part two of our Christmas special 72 All wrapped up Making sure your gift looks as good on the outside as it does inside! 75 Embroidery & tapestry Traditional and modern designs to suit any taste 67
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