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WH Smith name to disappear from high street in agreed £76m sale to Modella

Under terms of deal with Hobbycraft owner, 233-year-old brand will become TGJones

The Guardian - UK

WH Smith agrees to sell UK high street shops and is set for rebrand

The sale does not include the retailer’s travel locations, such as shops in airports and train stations, nor the WH Smith brand.

Evening Standard

WH Smith to disappear from the high street as all shops sold in £76m deal

WH Smith will eventually be replaced by the the TG Jones brand

The Independent UK

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Knitting is cool again. Here’s everything you need to get started – and what you don’t

From needles and yarn to pattern resources, here’s the essential kit to get you hooked on this affordable hobby (some of it is even free)

The Guardian - UK

Just two buyers left in race to buy WH Smith high street division – report

Alteri and Modella Capital are the only two parties remaining in talks, according to Sky News

The Guardian - UK

Want to upskill in 2025? Try these 8 creative courses

Expand your skillset and learn how to grow your business with these educational offerings for creatives.

Creative Bloq

Wellies, sequins and beer – what we bought in 2024

Wellies, sequins and beer dominated the consumer year of washout weather, touring pop megastars and national sporting celebrations.

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These 5 things always make Christmas wrapping easier and quicker – I won't wrap without them!

These time-saving non-negotiables will make wrapping Christmas presents one of your favourite festive tasks

Ideal Home

Best paint by numbers sets to unlock your creativity

Creating masterpieces is as easy as one, two, three

Evening Standard

Turn leftover eggshells into a stunning floral Easter centrepiece with this clever budget hack

This DIY Instagrammer just inspired us how to turn leftover eggshells into a stunning flower centrepiece for Easter

Ideal Home

How to create a cottagecore room on a budget – 9 inexpensive ways to get the look

Adopt the charming aesthetic without the expense

Ideal Home

Hobbycraft refused to sell paint to black man as ‘he may use it for graffiti’

Louis Gray says he was racially profiled after trying to buy spray paint to make over his son’s bicycle helmet

The Guardian - UK

DIY Christmas tree ideas that look as good as the real thing - it's time to think outside the festive box

Whether it’s due to time, budget, space – or because you want a second tree moment – there are plenty of DIY Christmas tree ideas that you can try

Ideal Home

The best Christmas tree alternatives for small spaces that will work in the tiniest of rooms

Make like a tree, and leave the pine needle trails outside with our top 10 Christmas tree alternatives that won’t overcrowd this Christmas

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Make your own beauty Advent calendar – and get stuff you really want

A bespoke gift box makes for a much better festive present than an off-the-shelf calendar stuffed with filler samples

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Alternative advent calendar ideas – 20 ways to add a personalised touch to the Christmas countdown

Get creative with your treat-filled countdown to Christmas with the help of these 20 crafty ideas

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Budget Christmas decorating ideas – 44 ways to create a festive atmosphere at home without breaking the bank

You don't have to spend a fortune on Christmas decor with these handy tips

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Diwali decoration ideas for homes - chic ways to bring festive fun to any space

Slay your decorating demons with these Diwali decoration ideas for homes which will create a light and inviting interior

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Best art supplies stores to shop online in the UK

Your one-stop-shop for the online best arts and crafts supplies Britain has to offer

The Guardian - UK

Mugs, flags, biscuit tins: coronation generates a princely sum for UK business

Sales expected to top £250m as factories work around the clock to produce commemorative merchandise ahead of King Charles’s big day

Evening Standard

Best DIY wedding decorations for a crafty wedding

Add a handmade touch to your special day

Manchester Evening News

Molly-Mae Hague fans 'run to Hobbycraft' for £1.50 item used to create her 'stunning' wall art

Fans are transforming their homes into luxury Molly-Mae inspired pads using a cheap £1.50 DIY trick

The Independent UK

Handmade Christmas presents and decorations boost Hobbycraft sales

Hobbycraft revealed that total sales grew by 7.2% over the seven weeks to December 26, compared with the same period last year.

Daily Mirror

Mrs Hinch shares clever DIY Christmas letter gift which costs under a tenner to make

Mrs Hinch was praised on Instagram for sharing her handy cheap and easy gift idea with her fans - she filled wooden letters with chocolate, and they look amazing

Wales Online

Hobbycraft launches subscription service for dedicated crafters and businesses

The service offers everything from discounts to seminars and priority delivery

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