Got to adore Adoremat!

I've just heard about a company called Adoremat who produce really fun doormat designs so thought I'd share them with you!

There's a collection of new Christmas design doormats which have just been released that you can have personalised with your family name. The mats are designed and made in the UK, feature a non-slip backing and are machine washable. They's also low profile so can be rolled and stored with the rest of your festive decor.

Take a look at the full selection at www.adoremat.co.uk.

Announcing the NitWit Collections sale!

If you're after a digital bargain then make sure you head over to the NitWit Collections website this weekend to take advantage of their annual autumn sale!

Everything in the online shop (apart from gift certificates and licences) will have a super 32.5% discount applied on Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th September, so be sure to stop by and bag a bargain!

There's also a fun new collection available called Party Animals which is ideal for kids cards and invitations, scrapbook layouts and more.

Dreamy designs

Dreamees have done it again and released a lovely new selection of stamps including characters, Christmas designs and more. Dreamees have been designing craft products for a couple of years and made their first debut at a small craft show. With an ever-increasing range of products including stamps, CD-ROMs, digital downloads and more, constantly growing web business and success at shows up and down the UK, make sure you check out this popular stockist!

Here's a selection of just some of the new releases. Head over to www.dreamees.org.uk to see the full range available!

Lynette Anderson Designs

Craftime have just launched a stunning new papercraft line designed by Lynette Anderson in the form of the Christmas Fun collection.

This gorgeous new range features a truly whimsical style and combines the traditional red, green and kraft Christmas colour scheme across the range of products featured in the collection. Lynette's been working with Craftime to create the Christmas Fun collection and wanted to have a flexible range that could be incorporated in to both textile and paper crafts.

The collection includes printed ribbons that feature Lynette’s famous reindeer, giant brads, scrapbooking paper, stickers and more, plus a cracker making kit and even wrapping paper!

For details contact Craftime on 01623 722828 or visit www.craftime.com.

Gingerbread Twist from Polka Doodles

This fantastic new hybrid collection was just released by Polka Doodles this weekend and is perfect for both digital and traditional papercrafters alike.

Containing over 300 unique elements, this Studio 12 CD encourages hybrid crafting and this release features a navigation menu to walk you through the contents, plus the easy-to-use interface means you can simply click on the image you want and it will automatically open in your default graphics programme.

Polka Doodles collections are a little different to others in that they come with a variety of features effectively giving you everything you need in one package - the ability to layer and manipulate the images, use the designs with your electronic die-cutting machine, and even create your own brushes for digital patterns etc.

Boofle Christmas Wishes

I adore Boofle and am delighted to hear about the new Christmas Wishes range featuring this cuddly little character!

There's a full spectrum of super papercrafting products available featuring the festive Boofle, from paper packs, to die-cuts, coordinating ribbons, clear stamps and pretty pre-tied ribbon bows.

For super cute Christmas cards and creations, be sure to check out your local docrafts stockist, or go to www.docrafts.com to find one near you.

Prima Homemade - The Creative Stitches & Hobbycrafts Show

Embrace the homemade trend at the fantastic Prima Homemade – The Creative Stitches & Hobbycrafts Show at Glow, Bluewater from the 6th - 9th September.

Pop along to the brand new Prima Live area where you will be able to meet the Prima Craft Team and pick up top tips and advice from the experts. There will be a host of exciting features to discover including fantastic Live Demonstrations from interiors expert Selina Lake including her ‘Homespun Styling’ and sharing her interior trend predictions for the season ahead.

 

Don't miss the fabulous Dressmaking Workshops hosted by expert Janet Palmer in which she'll be offering people the skills and knowledge to make do and mend. Catherine Woram’s Kids Workshops will also offer a chance for children to get involved in crafting and get hands-on!

 

The Market Place will showcase handmade jewellery, crafts and gifts from talented designers and makers so you can browse the selection of finished crafts and discover charming pieces.

 

Find everything you need from the world of crafts and over 200 exhibitors for sewing, knitting, jewellery making, papercraft, cardmaking and quilting. All visitors can enjoy a free programme of Quick & Easy Workshops, Make & Take sessions, Talks and Demonstrations each day of the show, and experts including popular TV craft personality Stephanie Weightman will also be on hand.

For more information and tickets go to www.ichf.co.uk.

Tantalising tapes

I'm a big fan of Dotcomgiftshop.com and they've just announced new stock of some lovely tapes which are great not just for our creations, but also as a little added touch of decoration for gift wrapping as well as being ideal for adding a little extra touch to objects we already own.

These Japanese Washi tapes are available in a selection of finished from florals to stripes and polka dots, and can also be bought as single 5m rolls or in multi-packs of 4 coordinating rolls including this rather fine Scandi Chic set! Gorgeous!

Cast On

If you like to dabble in a bit of knitting then check out the knitting yarn now available from cupcakecrafting.co.uk which gives you the perfect 100g amount needed to knit up a nice scarf!

There are a range of vibrant colours available and also a stunning selection of yarn finishes to choose from including Roma, Firenze, Napoli and Napoli Bicolor so take a look for a little project to keep you entertained as autumn draws in!

September releases from Kaisercraft

I'm loving the new September Christmas collection releases from Kaisercraft! There are three new additions to the festive ranges on the form of Mint Twist, Turtle Dove and Twig & Berries and each has it's own style and appeal.

For modern and contemporary designs, take a look at Mint Twist with its blend of cool colours mixed with traditional colour brights. This collection features fun and whimsical designs as well as a selection of traditional imagery presented in bright colourways.

Turtle Dove is my favourite of the three, with a traditional colour scheme and a slightly distressed edging look. I love the festive red and green shade mixes with typical Christmas patterns combined with new designs, plus the font style and Collectables range is really appealing; makes me think of a cosy Christmas with friends and family.

The Twig & Berries range is decidedly vintage with Santa, sentiments and motifs for a more retro-style of project. There's a rather nice couple of blue shades mixed in with the traditional colour scheme in this one which mixes it up a tad and makes it stand out.

All three of the new ranges features 12x12" patterned papers and sticker sheets, plus stamps, rub-ons and 6 1/2" paper pads, so a nice selection for your festive projects. You can find out stockist details by emailing UK distributors Jones & Co. (Nottingham) on craftsales@jonesnottm.co.uk.

Keep your eyes peeled for more great releases from Kaisercraft this year!

xx