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Get crafty
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rganised by papercraft
queen Stephanie
Weightman, Crafting Live is
your chance to socialise and
shop with fellow crafters. You’ll
find a ‘make and take’ area, free
mini workshops led by crafting
celebrities, plus exhibitors will be
selling fabric, yarn, beads and
more. The show is from 25-
January at Sandown Park Racecourse, Surrey and tickets
cost just £6 for adults.
MORE Visit http://www.craftinglive.co.uk for more info27 DECEMBER
ON SALE: THE WORLD OF CROSS STITCHING
Our February (290) issue is crammed full of inspiring projects!
Stitch Tatty Teddy for your sweetheart, create an heirloom
item with our family tree and update your décor with a stylish
fox cushion. Plus, there’s an adorable Kawaii panda, soldier
egg cosies and a vintage-style tea project! See more on p94.
16 JANUARY
MACRAMÉ PLANT HANGER WORKSHOP
POSH TOTTY DESIGNS, BRIGHTON
The art of macramé is enjoying a revival at the moment, and
after this two-hour evening workshop you’ll come away with
your very own handmade and on-trend knotted hanger. The
course costs £35 which includes all materials and a glass of
fizz on arrival. Book your place at http://www.poshtottydesigns.com
20 JANUARY
SILVER CLAY IMPRESSIONS WORKSHOP
JEWELLERY MAKER, STUDLEY (NEAR BIRMINGHAM)
Capture precious memories with this one-day workshop,
where you’ll learn how to turn hand-, foot- and fingerprints
into gorgeous jewellery using silver clay. The workshop costs
£129.95 which includes all materials, lunch and refreshments.
Go to http://www.jewellerymaker.com to book online.
25 JANUARY
FREE-MACHINE EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP
THE MAKERY, BATH
If you’re confident with a sewing machine
and have always wanted to learn this
creative technique, this three hour
workshop is ideal. You’ll be taught all the
tips and tricks you need to make a
free-machine-embroidered sampler
on calico. For £40, you can book
your place at http://www.themakery.co.ukDates f your diary
Get involved in the stitching fun this month – we’ve rounded up the most exciting
campaigns, clubs and events so that you can join in with them all!
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A
cross the
UK there
are thousands
of young
people acting
as a carer for
family and friends – it’s estimated
it may be as many as one in five
secondary-age children. Caring for
someone can have a huge mental and physical strain on
a young person, which is why on 30 January the Carers
Trust is holding its annual Young Carers Awareness
Day. This is to highlight the challenges faced by young
carers and to campaign for more support from both the
government and the public. You’ll find lots of amazing
resources on the Carers Trust website about ways you
can get involved and join in. Start by logging onto social
media and using the hashtag #youngcarersawarenessday.
MORE For more information visit http://www.carers.orgCrafters’ haven
R
unning from 30 January to 1 February, The Creative
Craft Show in Manchester’s Eventcity is a New Year’s
must for all crafters! It’s a haven full of stitching, knitting,
papercraft, jewellery and dressmaking, with a huge range
of stalls so you can top up your stash. There are also talks
and workshops from industry experts, too! Tickets start at
£10 on the door for a one-day pass (or £8 in advance).
MORE Visit http://www.ichfevents.co.uk