7 EDITOR’S LETTER On the cover Cunning is the latest counted cross stitch kit by Bothy Threads, inspired by artist Rachel Froud. Part of The Menagerie Collection, the range is based on brightly coloured animal closeups and also includes sea turtles, elephants, lions and more. Worked on 14 count full colour printed Zweigart Aida with pre-sorted stranded cottons this design uses cross stitch and back stitch. The finished design size measures: 26cm x 26cm and has an RRP £28.49. Visit: www.bothythreads.com The Golden Quarter It’s time to welcome in Q4 - the lucrative golden quarter. You’ll have planned your stock from way back at Stitches, Creativeworld and LSS and topped up at Autumn Fair and now it’s time to get that stock moving! If you’ve still space on your shelves we do have part two of our Christmas special. I always include an email address or telephone number so if there’s something you think will be a bestseller just give them a call. We’re a friendly bunch, us crafty folk! What’s more, I’ve rounded up some fabulous gift wraps. As we get equally creative with how the present looks on the outside as it is inside, these delightfully printed paper rolls are the perfect impulse purchase for placement at the till point! Talking bestsellers, we have a focus on cats! Myself included, we just can’t get enough of those fabulous felines! We have oh so cute cross stitches and stationery aplenty! Other product features include: artist supplies, craft kits and patchwork & quilting! As always, do get in touch if you have a new product or there’s any extra information you may need! Happy reading, Louise Prance Editor R e 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 Tjhoko Paint Ireland p.54 Giftwrap galore p.72 Trend file - cats! p.31
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