Here is a list of some of the traders for 2024.
More traders will be added as we get closer to showtime.
If you know of a high quality trader which you would like to see at our shows, please let us know.
Door to the Himalayas Ltd
Since 2007 we have been selecting at source the finest hand embroidered pure Pashmina, Cashmere and Wool shawls from the Master Craftsmen of Kashmir.
Providing presentations to Guilds to celebrate the art of Kashmiri hand embroidery and organising bespoke Textile Tours in North India.
email: helen@doortothehimalayas.co.uk
website: https://doortothehimalayas.co.uk/
Allium Threads
At Allium Threads natural dyes to are used to colour yarn, embroidery thread, weaving yarn and handmade wool felt. Many are extracted from plants from the garden and nearby giving unique colours. Everyday yarns and luxury bases are available including various British wools and run from laceweight to chunky in weight. Toning and contrasting embroidery threads using natural fibres, felt, muslin, silk and wool fabrics mean there is something for every type of crafter.
Allium Threads also produces knitting patterns influenced by historic textiles and dress and by the countryside and natural forms and kits based on these.
email: alliumthreads@hotmail.com
website: https://alliumthreads.co.uk/
Gillian Smellie Eco Print Textiles
Sustainable luxury fashion. Silk, cashmere and wool clothing and accessories upcycled using only natural dyes. It is possible to have stylish and beautiful clothes without harming the planet.
Using the eco print process where the natural dye in the leaf is used to create a permanent print on the fabric, luxury second hand natural fibre clothing is transformed into unique pieces that cannot be reproduced.
I have over 200 unique items in stock from size 6 to 22. We have something for everyone. Sustainable luxury for all.
email: hello@gilliansmellie.com
https://gilliansmellie.com/website:
Café Ole/Mustangs
We sell organic fresh coffee, teas, hot chocolate, specialty seasonal drinks, cakes and pastries
Barn, Spunyarn and Farm
It all started 15 years ago when my husband bought me a spinning wheel for Christmas and 16 sheep! Since then we have spun, dyed and used our own fleece to create a range of beautiful handspun yarns and other knitted and woven products. From our workshop on our farm we have also developed a range of courses as well as social spinning and knitting groups.
website: https://www.barnyarnandfarm.co.uk/
email: barnyarnfarm@gmail.com
Injabulo
We sell beautiful baskets which we buy directly from our talented artisans in Ghana and Kenya. There are several different shapes and every piece is unique, limited only by the imagination of the maker. You can use them for shopping, display, storage or as an attractive container for a project.
In order to support our producers we pay them when we order and send an additional 20% of our profits to be spent by the village on projects which improve the lives of all the villagers; this year they have been building a shelter for dry storage and to allow them to work during the rainy season. Any extra monies pay for their children to attend school.
website: https://www.injabulo.com/
email: lynne@injabulo.com
Julies Gems
Lovely cotton fabric for sewers and quilters.
email: juliekcx19@gmail.com
web: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552616386126
Crafty Sew and Sew
Crafty Sew and So has been creating sewing patterns and kits for almost 10 years! With projects for the home and your wardrobe, I design projects to get new sewists off to a flying start. Come visit the stall to choose your next sewing project or talk to me about sewing events in and around Leicester.
email: info@craftysewandso.com
web: https://craftysewandso.com/
Fabazaar
A kaleidoscope of colourful world textiles: velvet jackets and block print dresses; quilted bags, kantha throws, hand felted gifts and homeware and much more….
email: bronwen@fabazaar.co.uk
web: https://www.fabazaar.co.uk/
Spider Lilly
Spider Lily has unique designs printed on 100% cotton fabric, perfect for quilting and dress making..
email: spiderlilyltd@gmail.com
website: https://www.spiderlilyltd.co.uk/
The Indian Block Print Co. (formerly The Arty Crafty Place)
Selling a huge range of Indian wooden printing blocks, Block printing supplies and kits. We will also be running a drop in workshop throughout the day.
email: anna@theindianblockprintco.com
website: https://www.theindianblockprintco.com
Louise Nichols Textile Artist
I’m a textile artist & tutor living in Cornwall. I lino print my own designs onto fabric & embellish them with felt & a variety of threads ready to be made into items such as wall hangings & cushions. I produce a range of full kits & panel only kits of my designs so that everyone can enjoy the embellishing process, whether you’re following a step by step guide or using your own imagination & materials.
email: louisenichols6@gmail.com
web: https://louisenichols.com/
Stitchbook Studio
Kim Edith introduces Stitchbooking- a new craft that fuses the best elements from scrapbooking and textiles. Transfer photos to fabric to create photo albums; doodle stitch in sketchbooks, or combine complex textile techniques in beautiful fabric journals. Our blank fabric books are the perfect base for any textile craft and can be used for machine or hand sewing. With a wide range of kits and supplies to choose from, learn how to create personalised keepsake journals and projects that will be treasured for years.
email: stitchbookstudio@gmail.com
web: https://www.stitchbookstudio.com/
Knit One Kits
Hi, I’m Alison of the former Leicester yarn shop Knit One. Knit One Kits offers a great choice of well priced knitting and crocheting kits. My kits range from cushion covers, blankets, sweaters, cardigan, cowls, scarves and many more. I also sell yarn from my website and always have an offer of yarn from Lang, Rico, Sirdar and many others at shows. I look forward to seeing you at the show!
website: https://www.knitonekits.co.uk/
email: knitone247@gmail.com
Patch Fabrics
A beautiful, varied selection of fabrics & fat quarters, perfect for any sewing project, with a choice of haberdashery to co-ordinate.
Vive Les Femmes appliqué patterns designed in-house by Emma Shilling.
email: patchfabric@outlook.com
website: https://www.patchfabrics.co.uk/
Manor House Magazines
Manor House Magazines – your specialist provider of stunning Australian craft magazines on subscription, delivered directly to your letterbox.
If your passion is for the best publications, you will love our extensive range of quality craft magazines covering: Quilting, Hand Embroidery, Felting, Knitting, Embellishment and Textiles
email: info@manorhousemagazines.co.uk
web: https://www.manorhousemagazines.co.uk/
Sew Me Something
Sew Me Something is more than just stylishly designed and produced dressmaking patterns. We have a carefully curated range of fabrics and haberdashery to support our patterns and we offer a comprehensive range of sewing a craft workshops in our wonderful studio spaces. We also host sewing and craft retreat holidays as well. And if you are looking to extend your knowledge we run year long diploma courses in design and dressmaking to really elevate your skills.
Contact us on our stand or via our website for more information.
website: https://sewmesomething.co.uk/
email: jules@sewmesomething.co.uk
Mary Hart
Mary Hart is a textile artist who is inspired by her travels around the world
email: maryhart@farming.co.uk
website: https://www.maryharttextileart.com/
Original counted cross stitch and embroidery designs with a hint of quirky whimsy, inspired by historic textiles and gardens, and the English countryside.
email: hello@bluecoppice.com
web: https://bluecoppice.com/
Stitch Sainte Luce
Stitch Sainte Luce is a women’s embroidery Cooperative based in the rural southeast of Madagascar.
We create beautiful, hand-embroidered fashion accessories and home decor, with each piece being designed, stitched and hand-finished by our 96 members. We take our inspiration from the traditional Malagasy stories that have been passed from generation to generation, and from the beautiful surroundings of the area of Sainte Luce, transforming these into colourful works of embroidered art.
Stitch began as a sustainable development project under the local NGO, SEED Madagascar, in 2012 as a route to more stable and sustainable income for families in our rural home of Sainte Luce. Many of our members’ husbands are fishermen which means that our income can be unpredictable and at times, be incredibly dangerous to obtain. Like much of Madagascar’s rural populations, our income often sits below the poverty line and we have previously struggled to afford food, clothing and education for our children. The origination of the Stitch Cooperative introduced an option for a way to gain additional income which was gained flexibly around our other community responsibilities.
Find us in the trader area at the show.
website: https://www.stitchsainteluce.com/
email: info@seedmadagascar.org
Parvabrook
Parvabrook Bear and Rabbit knitting kits and wool products from our Rare Breed Sheep
email: parvabrook@aol.com
website: https://parvabrook.com
StitchyWooWoo
StitchyWooWoo designs and creates unique textile kits for you to embroider and quilt into a stunning piece of artwork. Also, lots of goodies from hand dyed fabrics, paper collage, time worn fragments and ever-changing surprises.
email: stitchywoowoo@talktalk.net
website: https://www.stitchywoowoo.co.uk/
White Lodge Farm
We supply Luxury sheepskin rugs, scarves, blankets and throws.
email: whitelodgefrisby@btinternet.com
website: http://www.llsba.co.uk/
Featherstitch House
Discover the calming rhythms that sewing brings, with felt crafts and embroidery that will connect you to nature’s beauty.
If you’ve never tried sewing or crafting, why not give it a try? Our nature-inspired kits are simple enough for beginners, but interesting enough to engage experienced crafters. Each kit will teach you how to turn simple stitches into something you’ll treasure.
website: https://featherstitchhouse.co.uk/
email: :info@featherstitchhouse.co.uk