Craft Business Magazine Sep-15 Vorige editie

In the September issue of Craft Business, we chat to Great British Sewing Bee star Chinelo Bally about her new book, Freehand Fashion, which demonstrates how to make clothes with her signature freehand cutting method. We also hear from Andrej Suskacevic, President and CEO of Craft & Hobby Association, about how crafts are appealing to all generations and how retailers can benefit from this trend.

October 17, is Sew Saturday, which aims to raise the profile of bricks and mortar sewing shops around the UK. Backed by the sewing industry, with support from Simplicity, May Martin, Stuart Hillard and many more, 120 stores have already signed up at the time of writing, with more joining each day. Discover what they are planning and how you can get involved and plan your event.

It's also time to start thinking about the festive season, and in our Christmas Crackers feature, you'll find all kinds of products that customers will be clamouring to add to their shopping lists. Discover how to attract Christmas knitters; what festive papercraft products will be most in demand; plus suggestions on tapping into the Christmas beading and jewellery making market. This time of year is also a lucrative one for baking and sugarcraft, and we discover how to capitalise and what products will be in demand. Enjoy reading!