Well, this is not the sort of news that I ever enjoy writing about.

Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of watching the crafting industry grow, change, reinvent itself and, on occasion, go through some rather difficult times. I’ve met some wonderful people along the way, made lifelong friendships and seen first-hand just how much passion, determination and hard work goes into bringing the products we all enjoy to our craft tables.

So, hearing the news that the company responsible for operating Crafter’s Companion is entering liquidation is genuinely saddening. Not simply because another familiar name in our little corner of the creative world is facing an uncertain future, but because behind the headlines, the financial figures and the inevitable speculation are real people…

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