Month: March 2026

A Wonderful Few Days at the Stitch Festival 2026

We’ve just returned from a fantastic few days at the The Stitch Festival, and what a joy it was to be back!  Held at the ever-buzzing Business Design Centre in Islington from 19–22 March, the show once again brought together a vibrant community of makers, creators and textile enthusiasts from all over the world.    […]

The Wool Journey: From Fleece to Yarn at Appletons

If you’ve ever stitched with Appletons wool, you’ll know there’s something special about it. The rich colour, the smooth texture and the way it glides through canvas all come from a carefully managed journey that begins long before the yarn reaches a needle.  In fact, every cone of Appletons wool starts life exactly where you […]

Meet Debbie O’Brien: The Woman Behind Appletons’ Colour and Creativity

At Appletons, there’s a small but passionate team behind the wool, colours and kits that stitchers around the world love. We caught up with Debbie O’Brien, Head of Buying, to chat about her journey into the industry, what her role involves, and why no two days are ever quite the same.   Q: Debbie, how did you […]