Meet Our 2027 Exhibitors

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 I was once told that beauty is in the beholder's eye, and that's how I feel about my yarn dyeing business.  Inspiration from the world and the beautiful colours we see.From the countryside to the coastline with the seasons changing. Fruits, vegetables and flowers growing in our garden also inspire my creativity for colour. 

 Bright and bold hand-dyed yarns to bring a touch of brightness to your projects. A beautiful collection of bright and bold hand-dyed yarn, in a variety of styles including hand-painted, mini skeins and self stripe on a variety of bases including luxury fibres. All featuring my love of vibrant colours. Alongside the yarns, I retail my handmade stitch markers, yarn cosy’s, resin glitter buttons in an assortment of sizes, and a selection of handcrafted wooden yarn bowls and knitting accessories. 

Hello, I'm Anne...

My creative practice is all about connections, journeys, and memories that are anchored down in layers of paint and deliberate hand-stitching.

I love how the quiet rhythm of the stitch can bridge gaps, bind fabric or paper together, and hold on to precious memories. 

Explore my unique, individually hand-printed designs ready for your needle. Buy templates on their own, or curate your own kit with the perfect selection of threads and notions.

 Creator of hand-dyed yarns, interpreter of colours, supplier of beautiful materials for your projects (upcycled as much as possible). Advocate of "Crafting For Therapy" with many kits to let your imagination run free. Home of “Spot the Rainbow Zebra”, helping raise awareness for EDS and other hidden medical conditions.  

  Auspicious Stitch started in 2025 when Sammy was made redundant from her job as an industrial sewing machinist. She decided it was now or never to turn her favourite hobby into a valuable resource for the fibre arts community, and her tutorial videos have been viewed by hundreds of thousands of aspiring spinners. Sammy is a completely self-taught spinner who has made it her mission to make fibre arts accessible for all, regardless of financial or social status.  

 Auspicious Stitch is the home of vivid, lovingly carded batts in project quantities which are suitable for spinning & felting, focusing on expressive colour, zero-waste practices & making available all the things Sammy wishes she could have accessed as a new fibre artist. Her hand-dyed curly locks, silk, and roving are taking the spinning world by storm, and she is always coming up with new  and exciting colour and texture combinations.  

  Hello, my name is Kasia and I'm the person behind Blooming Yarns by KW. I would like to welcome you to my ombre yarn cakes world. Grab a hook or needles and watch how colours smoothly change through your project. My yarn cakes are fully customised and created especially for you. 

 Louise is passionate about bringing colour into your life. With luxury bases from lace to chunky, merino to silk mixes, boucle to sparkles, there is a variety to choose from. If you are interested in Tunisian crochet, Bow Fiddle Yarns has a selection of hooks, patterns, and books to choose from, and Louise is always happy to help answer questions. She also brings her handmade stitch markers and yarn cosies to complement the range of KnitPro needles and hooks. The range of notions is sourced from several independent makers. A curated selection of patterns, including her own designs, makes Bow Fiddle Yarns a one-stop shop.  

 CarrieSymesCrochet design and sells unique and original crochet patterns, booklets, and kits. Many of these patterns only require one skein of beautiful hand-dyed wool or yarn. 

 Cherishedchums creates kits for you to hand-stitch your own wool felt animal chum. Each Chum is available in two sizes, and its kit includes everything you’ll need to complete it except the stuffing. Over 20 designs to choose from! 

 Hi! I'm Samuel, the person behind Cocoon. 

 I am a huge lover of colour and, as a hairdresser, my work has always been about helping people express themselves through their hair. As a knitter and yarn dyer, I have blended the two, pulling my colour knowledge from working with hair and applying it to yarn dyeing, encouraging people to play with colour and express themselves through the garments and projects they make.

 Fiona of Cosy Rosie UK designs modern, easy-to-read crochet patterns for you and your home, alongside size-inclusive designs for your wardrobe. Her curated crochet kits use popular yarns, selected tools, and accessories to ensure you can complete your project with confidence. 

 We have been hand-dyers of luxury yarns and fibres for 14 years. We have blends that include yak, camel, and alpaca, as well as tussah and mulberry silks. We are the main stockists of Lykke needles and hooks. We have our own brand of umbrella swifts and winders 

Lucy Locket Land is a happy, friendly craft shop in the North East of England, specialising in natural fibre yarns and knitting, stitching and crochet kits. Socks, shawls, Fair Isle toys and more. There is something for everyone, and wonderful accessories too! With a particular love for colour and fun, and a passion for sharing the joy of creativity, Lucy’s shop is always a welcoming place to be, and she brings that sparkle and enthusiasm to the yarn shows she attends too. 

 Maddie Harvey Designs is an inspirational knitwear business, founded by me, Maddie Harvey, a passionate and energetic award-winning knitwear designer and workshop tutor. 

For over 10 years, I have been helping knitters develop their creativity and confidence by providing well-written patterns and thoughtfully chosen yarn kits, using a carefully curated yarn selection. All of this to ensure knitting project satisfaction! 

I specialise in knit designs with geometric lace and textured rib patterning, and designs that use variegated yarn in an elegant and understated way. I’m often inspired by finding joy in the small things in life and in my love of the outdoors. I have a particular focus on supplying yarn kits with easily recyclable packaging, and in using yarns containing natural fibres from both well-established brands and indie yarn producers and dyers. 

Meet Ebony, the creative force behind Maru Studio.  

In Japanese, maru means “round”. I first came across it through Chiyomaru, a sumo wrestler known for being perfectly round, playful, and irresistibly cute - often compared to soft, round animals. Over time, “Maru” became a little archetype for me: a symbol of all things round, gentle, cosy, and joyfully shaped.

Friends eventually started calling me “Maru”, and the name stayed. For me, it’s not just about physical roundness - it’s about the feeling of softness, warmth, and ease. “Maru” is my way of celebrating round, cute things and the comforting, wholehearted lifestyle they represent. 

 Natural Born Dyers started in 2010 producing naturally dyed yarn with a focus on mainly British wool yarn in finer weights. They also hand-turn a variety of wooden tools and accessories for fibre crafters, mainly from locally sourced wood, including their unique Spurtzleur spinning tool 

 Penny Stitch craft is a Liverpool-based indie yarn dyer, craft tutor, and designer of upcycled project bags and tool pouches. She has been dyeing her yarns inspired by sci-fi and fantasy themes for over 2 years and has developed her reputation as a skilled freelance crochet and knitting tutor around Merseyside. You may have met her at a workshop. Come to her stand where there is a little something for everyone. Stock up on everything you need to enhance your crafting experience, including stitch markers, sock blockers, wool wash, as well as a range of plant-and wool-based hand-dyed yarns. She also supports other designers by stocking a small selection of knitting and crochet patterns, which you can also buy yarn kits to make them with.  

 Hi, I'm Sarah, the founder of Rainbow Dandelion Crochet. 

Rainbow Dandelion Crochet grew from a love of creativity, mindfulness, and connection. What started as a crochet hobby quickly became something much bigger when I discovered the positive impact that yarn crafts can have on wellbeing, confidence, and mental health. 

 I create handmade crochet pieces, crochet bundles, patterns, and mindful crochet experiences designed to be inclusive, welcoming, and accessible to everyone. Alongside my products, I also teach crochet to people of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners picking up a hook for the first time to experienced makers looking to develop new skills. 

 Red Squirrel and Dune is a Formby-based artisan yarn company specialising in hand-dyed, small-batch fibres. Inspired by coastal landscapes and natural textures, they create unique colourways with eco-conscious methods. Their yarns blend creativity and sustainability, offering makers a tactile connection to nature and a story in every skein. 

I hand-dye ethically sourced, affordable yarns. The colourways are inspired by the countryside and coastline of my home in Somerset. I design patterns for shawls and accessories, some of which are sold as kits. I stock an extensive selection of gifts, project bags, including the popular gift of balls.

 Sardines For Tea designs unique toys and characters that are easy to knit and easy to love! Their kits contain all you'll need to create your own little animal, using high-quality yarn and materials. On their stand, you will also find some lovely yarns and quirky haberdashery. 

 Second City Yarns is all about celebrating Birmingham using vibrant colours and non super wash British yarn and fibre. Inspiration comes from the Botanical Garden, Jewellery Quarter and even the city's iconic 11 bus route! You can also pick up a Brummie Beanie kit to keep your head warm.  

seriously.hooked.up is a community craft collective that brings people together who share a passion for yarn and fibre crafts. 

We run several weekly and fortnightly social sessions across Lancashire.

Our socials are open to anyone who has a passion for crochet, knitting, weaving, spinning (or any other yarn or fibre-based craft) and also to those wishing to learn or improve! All abilities are welcome.

 The Craft Firm specialises in creating beautiful handmade luxury items from the finest alpaca fleece and yarns. From hand-spun to hand-dyed yarns, carded batts for spinning, fleece for felting, knitting kits and ready-made accessories, all incredibly warm and soft. Based in the Forest of Bowland, they produce hand-spun yarn from their own herd of alpacas and sell other gorgeous alpaca yarns hand-dyed on their farm. They will bring a range of products to the show, and especially a range of exciting designs from two Yorkshire-based designers, Fiona Drake and Lucy Burns. 

Lucy is a knitter, crocheter, spinner, and independent yarn dyer.

 She originally trained in the sciences, but because of chronic illness, she became unable to work full time and had to put her career on hold. Knitting and crochet got her through some tough times, and in 2019 she began experimenting with yarn dyeing. She found she could apply her lab skills to create complex and repeatable colourways. 

Working with her hands has always given her great pleasure, and working for herself allows her to work with her illness rather than against it. 

She uses only the very best quality suppliers, as it is important to her that all her yarn is ethically sourced and 100% mulesing-free.

Suppliers of quality wooltops and yarns, socks by Arbon Socks.

 I'm Kassy, the dyer at the heart of Wooly Mama Yarns. I have loved knitting and crochet for many years, but fell even more in love with fibre crafts the first time I dyed yarn. I was fascinated by the entire process, from selecting the colours (endless possibilities) to watching the yarn as it gradually took up the dye. It was like my very own alchemy experiment in my dye pot, and I very much felt like a mad scientist! 

 Woolmouse is a small independent retailer stocking a hand-picked range of commercial and hand-dyed yarns, including our own brand Lovehandyed by David. We also carry a full range of accessories and woolly associated products, patterns, gifts, and kits. 

 Yarn Unique is a North West-based indie dyer of the most luxurious yarn bases, known for rich and saturated colourways. With a spectrum of shades to choose from, on yarn of Silk, Yak and Merino, you are certain to find the perfect yarn for your next project! 

 Yellow Door Yarn is a vibrant yarn-dyeing business in the North West of England that offers a colourful palette of hand-dyed yarns, notions and accessories. Named after a lifelong dream of owning a house with a bright yellow door, you can rely on Yellow Door Yarn for bold and bright shades on a range of bases. Yellow Door Yarn caters to a variety of tastes and preferences, fibre crafts and styles. Each skein is meticulously dyed by hand in small batches, ensuring a unique finish for your projects. Whether you're working on a cosy sweater, a playful accessory, or a vibrant home décor piece, Yellow Door Yarn's yarn will add a touch of personality and style to your creations. 

 Diane here from Yewtree Yarncraft. My business started 3 years ago. Passionate about fibre arts, I create unique, indie-dyed yarns that inspire creativity. My handcrafted project bags combine functionality with artistic flair. Each piece is a labour of love, reflecting my dedication to quality and sustainability in every stitch. 

 The Yarn Artist is an independent yarn dyer based in Chester, UK, specialising in hand-dyed yarn inspired by artists and their masterpieces. 

 From her home studio in Cheshire, Joanna creates small-batch, artisan hand-dyed yarn designed to be bold, unique, and full of character. Her collection includes a range of high-quality yarn bases and weights, including Superwash Merino 4ply and DK yarn, perfect for knitting, crochet, weaving, and other fibre crafts.