http://www.craftbusiness.com/site/ en zoe.monk@aceville.co.uk Copyright 2012 2012-02-08T17:29:55+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/anthea_turner_is_officially_the_face_of_create_and_craft/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/anthea_turner_is_officially_the_face_of_create_and_craft/#When:16:29:55Z Anthea Turner said: “I really do hope that during my time with Create and Craft I can help encourage many more people to discover the joy that crafting can bring. “I know that the team has lots of exciting ideas in store; my personal interest is bringing craft into the home, with handmade details like table decorations, trimmings and picture frames. “And gifts too – what’s nicer than being able to present someone with a beautiful jar of homemade chutney, with a pretty lid and a hand-written label?” A keen craft enthuasist and 20 years after her creative Blue Peter days, Anthea will be making her British TV comeback with appearances on the channel throughout the year. “I won't be taking over from Dawn Bibby,” Anthea explains, “that's not my area of expertise. I'm such a fan of the show, I want to spread the word and reach new markets, as well as picking up a few new skills myself!” Read more of this exclusive interview with Anthea in the March issue of Craft Business magazine. News 2012-02-08T16:29:55+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/woolfest_gets_bigger_and_better/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/woolfest_gets_bigger_and_better/#When:16:21:12Z The festival, celebrating all things wool, will be held on June 22 and 23 at the newly-expanded Mitchell’s Lakeland Livestock Centre in Cockermouth, in Cumbria. “Many of our regular designers, makers and suppliers will be at Woolfest again for what has become a highlight of the wool craft year,” says organiser Marion Woolcott. “We always try to keep things fresh and varied too and there will also be over 25 businesses with us for the first time in June.” As well as the growth in stall numbers and a continued emphasis on the variety and colour of modern wool crafts, Woolfest organisers are working hard to ensure that rare breed fleece animals take centre stage, especially their role in conservation grazing and the value of their quality fleece. “The animals have always been a highlight of Woolfest,” says Jan Hicks, who is responsible for the animals and the fleece sale at Woolfest, “and the new space and layout at Mitchell’s means that we can spread out a bit and make more of this side of the event.” News 2012-02-08T16:21:12+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/mark_it/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/mark_it/#When:16:22:38Z Don’t miss out on six brand new ProMarker colours, available exclusively in Letraset’s ‘ProMarker Limited Edition Spring 6 Set’.These sets contain six brand new, strictly limited ProMarker colours which have been expertly chosen ased on the latest seasonal trends. Exclusive for the spring 2012 period, these new colours will not be repeated and are only available in this blister pack format, making them a sure-fire hit with ProMarker collectors. At the end of spring 2012, these colours will be discontinued and replaced with a brand new set of limited edition colours, carefully chosen for the summer season. Autumn and winter season colour sets are also planned. ProMarker Limited Edition 6 Sets are available now from Letraset (RRP £12.49 inc. VAT). To order, call 01233 624421or email orders@letraset.com. For all other enquiries call, or email enquiries@letraset.com Hot Products 2012-01-30T16:22:38+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/altered_art_supplies_arrive/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/altered_art_supplies_arrive/#When:16:15:32Z Creative Expressions is now stocking the Studio 490 and Art Parts ranges from Stampers Anonymous, designed by Wendy Vecchi.The Studio 490 rubber stamp collection features beautifully drawn artistic, vintage designs that are right on trend and perfect for altered projects. Each large format, deep etched rubber stamp set is pre-cut and foam mounted, and includes a durable plastic cover sheet for storage. Art Parts are paperboard shapes designed specifically for altering and are available in a range of designs that coordinate with Studio 490 stamps. The durable Art Parts are great for use in mixed media projects, as well as for layering onto cards and scrapbook layouts to create striking dimensional embellishments. The Art Parts range also includes Clearly for Art Modelling Film; flexible plastic film for creating bespoke embellishments. For more information call Creative Expressions on 01536 481778, email sales@creative-expressions.uk.com or visit Stand Q32 at Craft Hobby + Stitch International. Hot Products 2012-01-30T16:15:32+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/on_your_marks_get_set.knit/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/on_your_marks_get_set.knit/#When:16:05:30Z Olympic fever is gripping the nation at the moment, but if you didn’t manage to get tickets you may be a bit down-hearted about the whole thing.Never fear, Search Press is here and with our fantastic new title you can knit your own Olympics in the comfort of your own home. In ‘Knitting for Gold’ Sue McBride provides knitting patterns for both male and female dolls, along with all the sports equipment you need to get them ready to win the gold. The clothes and kit range from running shorts to ski-poles, and each project is illustrated clearly, making these knitted dolls a pleasure to make. Knitting for Gold is available now and is selling fast, so get your copy today by calling 01892 510 850 or visiting http://www.searchpress.com Hot Products 2012-01-30T16:05:30+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/show_your_flair_with_ink/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/show_your_flair_with_ink/#When:15:45:29Z Pinflair Alco Inks are just one of the great new products we will be launching at the Craft, Hobby and Stitch Show 2012.Pinflair Alco inks are solvent based inks which will work on most non-porous surfaces such as glass, acetate, polystyrene, wax candles, mirror card, high gloss card stock and even peel off stickers. Used in conjunction with the Pinflair Effects Solution, the inks can be mixed, blended and lightened to create beautiful colourful patterns. The range of colours is split into two categories, standard and metallics. Both types of ink come in 25ml bottles with a nozzle and sealing lid and the Effects Solution comes in a 35ml bottle. Applicators and felt pads are also available from the new Pinflair Alco inks range. For more information call 01992 582712, visit http://www.pinflair.co.uk/trade or see us on Stand C01 Hot Products 2012-01-30T15:45:29+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/white_foldi_light/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/white_foldi_light/#When:15:37:11Z Let your customers be creative wherever they are. This new stylish portable LED lamp from the Daylight™ Company will light up your work at home, at hobby classes and on holiday. Now also available in white. Foldi™ features 30 Daylight LEDs to give you comfortable glare-free full-spectrum light, perfect for colour matching, reading and picking out small details. It gives up to eight hours of light on three AA batteries (included) and unlimited light when USB connected to a laptop or computer. With its slim design and smooth lines, the Foldi™ LED lamp (D45000, white and D45001, black) fits easily in a handbag or luggage. Perfect to enjoy hours of comfortable crafts and reading wherever you go. A mains adapter is available separately. This new LED lamp will never stop to light up your work, wherever you go. For more information visit http://www.daylightcompany.com Hot Products 2012-01-30T15:37:11+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/new_stitch_primary_workshop_packs/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/hotproducts/new_stitch_primary_workshop_packs/#When:15:31:36Z Stuck for kids’ workshop ideas? The new Stitch Primary Workshop Packs from Cleopatra’s Needle could help! Cleopatra’s Needle Ltd, needlecraft kit designers and manufacturers, has developed a pack for craft shops running stitch workshops for kids. They’re great for classes in your own shop, or even in partnership with your local primary school or after-school club. The first product to be launched is the Photoframe, ideal for Mother’s Day gifts. Thoroughly tested with staff and children in several primary schools, it is equally successful with boys and girls, and suitable for ages six and up. The kids loved it and in four to six hours had designed and created their own individual photoframes to take home. Each pack contains materials for up to 20 children, and includes: rainbow coloured wools, plastic canvas squares, needles and full step-by-step instructions. Packs for up to 5 children also available. More details on: http://www.stitchprimary.org.uk Hot Products 2012-01-30T15:31:36+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/british_library_creative_bonanza/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/british_library_creative_bonanza/#When:10:28:16Z From March 1 – 5, the library will showcase the best collections it has to offer, from Victorian hair jewellery to vintage knitting patterns and kicks off with a Spring Market on the library's St Pancras piazza. Bringing people together from across the creative spectrum, the event includes a must-attend panel discussion featuring Gorillaz co-creator Jamie Hewlett and much-loved illustrator, Quentin Blake; a morning of networking and business advice with industry experts, including ceramics designer Emma Bridgewater; and an after-hours pop-up exhibition of some of today’s finest illustration. As well as all this, special workshops include Inspired by... Patterns and Textures, a must-attend event for budding fashion and textile designers, Make it, Sell it, aimed at crafts and jewellery makers and Vintage Knit-Work, aimed at educating people on intricate patterns from the 30s to the 70s. News 2012-01-25T10:28:16+00:00 http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/talent_galore_at_the_quilt_fair/http://craftbusiness.com/site/index.php/content/news/talent_galore_at_the_quilt_fair/#When:10:23:53Z With over 100 quilts on display, demonstrations by professional quilters and trade stands selling everything related, the Quilt Fair is set to be a colourful delight of creative flair. Retailers from all over the UK will be sharing their knowledge and selling everything from needles, threads, buttons and beads through fabrics, books and patterns, to sewing and embroidery machines to help encourage more people to the craft.  Roger Cooling of Grosvenor Shows said: “There will even be a Journal Quilt Challenge at the show where visitors can see exquisite entries based on the theme ‘Quilt Poetry’. We have been running the show at the South of England Centre for over 10 years now and it continues to be a great success.” Situated in the Norfolk Pavilion, the Quilt Fair will run from January 27 – 29. Parking is free and disabled parking is in close proximity to the event. For more information please visit http://www.soec.co.uk or http://www.grosvenorshows.co.uk News 2012-01-25T10:23:53+00:00