Buyers guides
Find the best advice and expert reviews to help you get the best craft supplies

Your guide to interfacing: what are the different types and why do you need them?
From stiffening pockets and facing waistcoats to keeping your stitches steady, interfacing and stabilisers offer a new dimension to your sewing.

Know your sewing scissors
From cutting out sewing patterns to snipping threads, sewing scissors are one of the hardest-working tools in your kit.

9 of the best mini sewing machines
Small in size but mighty in potential! We've rounded up the best mini sewing machines out there including the best handheld, lightweight and small scale machines.
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The best fabric markers for accurate sewing
Our beginners guide to fabric markers covers all the key fabric-marking methods.

The best cheap sewing machines for budget-friendly stitching
Looking for more bang for your buck? Discover 2025’s best cheap sewing machines and save yourself some cash.

Discover ribbon embroidery with this step-by-step guide
Embroidery expert Jessie Doughty will teach you everything you need to know about silk ribbon embroidery!

Feel festive with these 20 Christmas embroidery kits
Get that festive feeling with these beautiful Christmas embroidery kits perfect for beginners and to give as gifts.

Upgrade your stitching skills with these modern embroidery books
Get inspired with these fabulous and modern embroidery books, these would make the perfect gift for any occasion.

Best embroidery hoops and tapestry frames
Using the right embroidery hoop or tapestry frame can really improve your needlework and make it more comfortable and enjoyable for you too.

Start stitching with best embroidery machines for beginners
Are you ready to buy your first embroidery machine? Get the low down on the best machines for beginners.

Guide to the best embroidery machines for all skill levels in 2025
Which is the best embroidery machine for you? Discover our pick of the best digital embroidery machines available for 2025.

19 of the best embroidery kits and patterns for beginners
Discover a variety of simple and beginner-friendly embroidery kits and patterns - perfect for starting your journey in embroidery.

10 beautiful embroidery scissors
Looking to treat yourself or for a special gift for someone who loves embroidery? Browse through the most beautiful embroidery scissors.

Best contemporary tapestry kits for beginners in 2025
Looking for beginner tapestry kits with style? Check out these contemporary tapestry kits for colour and fun.

35 of the best needle minders
If you keep losing your needles and they often end up on the floor ready to be stepped on, we've got you - you're in need of a needle minder!

The best embroidery kits and patterns to try: 16 unusual options for the weird and wonderful
Delight in the unique, uncommon and utterly weird with our top unusual embroidery kits.

Bag a bargain in the Black Friday yarn sale 2025
Don't miss out on Black Friday yarn deals for 2025 - the perfect time to grab some bargain yarn!

How to pick the right quilt wadding
We're here to help you choose the right wadding for quilting – finding the perfect batting will make all the difference when you’re looking for a truly professional finish for your next project.

10 of the best quilting rulers 2025: our guide to the must-have speciality kit
With so many acrylic quilting rulers out there, it can be tricky picking which ones you need for your patchwork. Luckily we've done the research for you with this guide to the must-have speciality quilting rulers to add to your kit.

6 Christmas craft projects you can make this weekend with The Works
Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to start the festivities than a little bit of Christmas crafting!

Best rotary cutters for fabric, quilting and dressmaking 2025
Make light work out of cutting your fabric – saving you valuable time to enjoy the sewing! Rotary cutters are a quilter's best friend and will change your sewing life forever. Seriously! Here's why we love them and where you can stock up your stash.

24 Disney cross stitch kits & patterns
Embrace the magic with our round-up of the best Disney-inspired cross stitch kits & patterns.

The best long arm quilting machines, according to the experts!
Learn all about long arm quilting machines from quilting expert. She'll show you how to use a long arm quilting machine and where you can buy them!

Your essential guide to the best quilting threads!
Ok folks, let's talk about a quilter's best friend – quilting thread! Here's a guide to the best threads for quilting so you can make professional-looking quilts!