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  1. Knitting Patterns for Autumn

    Knitting Patterns for Autumn

    With the weather getting colder, you may find yourself staying in more often. Instead of twiddling your thumbs, why not make the most of your cosy days in. Knitting and crochet are great hobbies for a rainy autumn day. You can keep your hands busy while listening to music or an audiobook. Here are some of our favourite knitting and crochet patterns for you to try your hand at.

    Plus, they’re all on our 3 for £15 offer!

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  2. How To Use Media Codes

    Reverse of catalogue showing media code

    All our catalogues, emails and adverts have a unique code, known as the media code, that when quoted over the phone or online will allow you to purchase items with the deals advertised. This code is usually found at the bottom right-hand side of the back page of our catalogue and in the main body of emails and adverts.

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  3. Spring Craft Ideas

    Spring Craft Ideas

    The first day of spring is soon approaching – March 20th to be exact. As we come away from the grey weather and dark nights, we can appreciate the beauty of fresh blossom and sunny evenings. Make the most of the beautiful colours that are appearing again with some fun crafts!

    Spring Painting Tutorial

    Painting is a wonderful way to capture the beauty you see. We’ve found this beautiful Spring Painting Tutorial that shows you how to paint a lovely spring scene. Get creative and put your own spin on it with different colours!

    If the tutorial looks a bit daunting, we have a great selection of Paint by Numbers sets that are a great alternative! Simply follow the numbers on the sheet

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  4. Winter Colouring Sheets

    Winter Colouring Sheets

    It's getting chilly out so you might want to stay in this weekend. If you're looking for something to do, keep an eye out for our colouring sheets!

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  5. Easy Paper Autumn Wreath

    Easy Paper Autumn Wreath

    What do you think of when autumn appears? Cosy hot chocolates and spiced lattes? The trees in your garden and lining your street turning a vibrant red, orange and yellow? For us, autumn brings new inspiration for our art and crafts. A wreath is a fantastic way to honour the season and add a pop of colour to your front door. They’re a beautiful decoration that will put a smile on your guests faces – as well as yours! The great thing about wreaths is that you don’t need to break the bank to get a nice one, you can make it yourself! All you need is some coloured paper or plain paper with some colouring pencils, string, a paper plate and some glue. Here’s how to make your own autumn wreath.

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  6. Queen Elizabeth II Funeral

    Queen Elizabeth II Funeral

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  7. Summertime Fun

    Colour In This Activity Sheet!

    Looking for something fun to do this summer? Look out for our activity sheets!

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  8. Our Summer Top Picks

    Our Summer Top Picks

    Why not make the most of the wonderful summertime with a new hobby? When the sun is shining, have fun in the garden and create something new. With the school holidays coming up, we’ve put together some of our favourite items that we think you will love to have this summer.

     

    Watercolour Set PK36 (26650)

    If you’re looking for a way to relax in the sun, painting is a great activity to try your hand in. Whether you want to paint landscapes or portraits, watercolours are excellent for both beginners and experts. All you need is this Watercolour Set, a cup of water and a tissue for cleaning.

     

    Cross Stitch Hoop – Mickey Mouse

    Cross stitching is all the rage right now, and what better pattern to create than the iconic and lovable Mickey Mouse? Perfect for any Disney fan, this

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  9. Easy Jubilee Party Ideas!

    Easy Jubilee Party Ideas!

    It’s not long to go before the long-awaited Platinum Jubilee celebrations! Queen and country will be coming together to enjoy all the festivities, with many communities throughout the country putting on events for everyone to enjoy. It’s the perfect time to have a get together with all your friends and family. Here are 5 easy Jubilee party ideas to get the festivities started!

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  10. Our Top Picks of The Week!

    Our Top Picks of The Week!

    Did you know that crafting can reduce stress and improve your mood and self-esteem? It’s an excellent method of mindfulness, giving your brain something to focus on an distract from stress. Not only is it great for your mental health, it’s also an excellent way to engage with your creative side!

    We pick our products with crafters and creators in mind. We’ve put together a list of our top picks for the week which we hope will inspire you for your next craft!

    Don’t forget to take advantage of our free standard shipping!

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