1. hobbies and interests
2. arts and crafts
3. crochet

Spring Edition 2015
Customer Newsletter
Spring has
arrived!
We would like to
welcome you to
our BRAND NEW
newsletter which
is your guide to
what’s on at
Abakhan and
what great offers
we have for you!
Free!
New Yarns
for Spring!
Beachcomber DK
NEW!
Yarn Shop Day Saturday
2nd May 10am-4pm
Join us from
6th-12th April
for our children’s
Easter Hobby Hunt
at all stores!
See in-store and online
for more details!
Ever wondered
about our
fabric
remnants?
Liberty Dressmaking
Fabrics are now
available to buy
at Mostyn and
Chester Stores!
We are hoping to stock these fabrics at all
stores and online so watch this space!
Join the Abakhan weekly newsletter and and receive
15% off online. Simply sign up at www.abakhan.co.uk/join
Stores at:
• Birkenhead
• Chester
• Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent
• Liverpool
• Manchester
• Mostyn, North Wales
• Preston
• Bolton
Easter Little Crafters at
Mostyn & Liverpool Stores
FREE crafting sessions for
children aged 4 and over
See in-store or online for more details
(No booking required but please come early to avoid disappointment as
spaces are limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult)
Join us & share your
creations & ideas!
Facebook abakhan.fabrics
Twitter abakhanfabrics
Pinterest abakhanfabrics
The Home Interiors Event
at Mostyn Thursday 16th April, 3pm - 8pm
Join us for this special event with 15%* off in our
Home Interiors Department and enjoy a complimentary
glass of wine and a slice of cake.
We will be launching new fabric ranges and fabric swatch
books, plus you can book a free consultation with our
in-house experts who can help and advise you on
transforming your curtains, blinds and soft furnishings.
Plus... Goody Bags Vintage Paint Demonstration
William Morris Presentation
Keep a look out in-store for more information
or see online at www.abakhan.co.uk book your free
consultation on 01745 562 100
We need your help!
Special Spring Demos!
What would
you like to see in
‘The Abakhan Thread?’
Please send your
ideas and feedback to
[email protected]
Look out in-store & online for
special demos this Spring
Store Demonstrations & Surgeries - Totally Free!
April
Liverpool
Hanley
Bolton
Mostyn
Birkenhead
Bolton
Mostyn
Chester
Liverpool
Mostyn
Manchester
Preston
Hanley
Bolton
Liverpool
Mostyn
Bolton
Mostyn
Bolton
Mostyn
Chester
Birkenhead
Liverpool
Preston
Sewing Surgery
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Sewing Surgery
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Decoupage
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Elegant Fascinators
How to introduce gathers to a plain sleeve
How to Use: Shirring Elastic
How to Do: Seams, Buttons & Bias Binding
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Sewing Stretch Fabrics
How to Make: Simple Cushion Cover
Sheer Style Machine Embroidery
How to Use: Vintage Paints
Sewing Surgery
Sewing Surgery
How to Make: Pom Poms & Accessories
Crocheted Flowers
Textile Jewellery Techniques
Stylecraft Blankets & Cushions
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
How to Make: Granny Squares
Joyce Collins
Lynne Rowe
Carly Mellor
Corrie Robinson
Susannah Whelligan
Katie Haywood
Maivena Bingham
Shelagh Picton
Joyce Collins
Corrie Robinson
Maggie Jones
Lizzie Hall
Lorna Knight
Maggie Jones
Cathy Turner
Caroline Roberts
Maggie Jones
Corrie Robinson
Carly Mellor
Maivena Bingham
Felicity Owens
Susannah Whelligan
Mary Walton
Mary Walton
12pm-2pm
12pm-2pm
4pm-6pm
11am-1pm
12pm-2pm
4pm-6pm
11am-1pm
1pm-4pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
1pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
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12pm-3pm
10am-12pm
11am-1pm
4pm-6pm
12pm-3pm
1pm-4pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-2pm
12pm-3pm
Saturday 2nd
Saturday 2nd
Saturday 2nd
Wednesday 6th
Wednesday 6th
Thursday 7th
Saturday 9th
Saturday 9th
Saturday 9th
Saturday 9th
Saturday 9th
Tuesday 12th
Thursday 14th
Thursday 14th
Saturday 16th
Saturday 16th
Saturday 16th
Saturday 16th
Mostyn
Liverpool
Birkenhead
Liverpool
Hanley
Bolton
Mostyn
Liverpool
Birkenhead
Liverpool
Preston
Hanley
Mostyn
Bolton
Bolton
Hanley
Preston
Liverpool
Sewing Surgery
Basic Knitting Techniques
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Sewing Surgery
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Papercraft Inspirations
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Learn how to copy a simple garment
Corsetry Sewing Techniques
How to Make: Tote Bag
Pattern Alteration - Making Clothes Fit
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Decorative Decopatch
Jewellery Making Techniques
Crochet Flowers
Knitting - A Professional Finish
Zips, Zips and more Zips!
Corrie Robinson
Tanya McNeice
Susannah Whelligan
Joyce Collins
Lynne Rowe
Carly Mellor
Jayne Edwards
Mary Walton
Joyce Collins
Gaynor Foy
Maggie Jones
Lorna Knight
Maivena Bingham
Katie Haywood
Maggie Jones
Lynne Rowe
Mary Walton
Corrie Robinson
11am-1pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-2pm
12pm-2pm
12pm-2pm
4pm-6pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-2pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
11am-1pm
4pm-6pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
Saturday 16th
Sunday 17th
Wednesday 20th
Saturday 23rd
Saturday 23rd
Thursday 28th
Saturday 30th
Saturday 30th
Bolton
Mostyn
Preston
Hanley
Birkenhead
Bolton
Chester
Liverpool
Sewing Surgery
Sewing Surgery
Knitting & Crochet Surgery
Fabric Fantasies & Sheer Fun
Learn to Crochet
Knitted Socks - Perfect for Fathers Day
Essential Knitting Techniques
Tips & Advice on Heading Tapes
Maggie Jones
Corrie Robinson
Lizzie Hall
Cathy Turner
Susannah Whelligan
Carly Mellor
Maivena Bingham
Jeanette Woolrich
10am-12pm
11am-1pm
1pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
12pm-3pm
4pm-6pm
1pm-4pm
12pm-3pm
Wednesday 1st
Wednesday 1st
Thursday 2nd
Saturday 4th
Saturday 4th
Thursday 9th
Thursday 9th
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Wednesday 15th
Thursday 16th
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Sunday 19th
Thursday 23rd
Saturday 25th
Saturday 25th
Saturday 25th
Saturday 25th
Sunday 26th
May
Demos and surgeries are subject to cancellation without prior notice, please check with the store before travelling.
Yarn Shop Day, Saturday 2nd May from 10am
Lots of exciting things happening at all stores!
• 15% off all knitting & crochet yarns, books, patterns & accessories - ALL DAY!
• Branded bucket promo • Free make & take
Join us for a slice of cake at 11am!
Beachcomber DK is a beautiful
100% cotton yarn.
It has an incredible softness and slub
texture. This lovely yarn comes in a range
of colours that evoke everything for a
perfect summer’s day.
Available at all stores and online
Sewing Essentials
Special Buy at Abakhan
Up to 70% cheaper
Available at all stores and online
At Mostyn, North Wales
Breakfast
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Why not arrange a Group Visit* to Abakhan and benefit from:
Gift Voucher for the Organiser • Discount for all Group Members • FREE Tea/Coffee for all Group Members
*
terms and conditions apply, call 01745 562 100 for more details
Open 7 days from 9am • www.cafeatabakhan.co.uk •
cafeatabakhan
Our Chester Store
Meet our Manager Rachel
Most adventurous thing you have done?
Going on safari in Kenya and we were charged at by
an elephant, it was very scary but definitely made it
memorable!
How long have you been with Abakhan?
I have been with Abakhan since the store opened
on Frodsham Street 6 years ago.
Are you a crafter, knitter or stitcher?
I sew, knit , crochet, and craft but specifically make
jewellery as I am a silversmith.
Most memorable moment at Abakhan?
The Abakhan Charity 20 mile walk last year, it was
fun but hard at the end!
What do you like to do for fun?
Gardening, all the crafts and knitting mentioned
above and walking my two border collies.
Why should we shop at your Chester Store?
We will always be there to help as we are friendly
and approachable and will always go that extra
mile to help in any way we can.
Project of the Month!
Enter our Project of the Month Challenge
for your chance to win a £20 Gift Voucher!
See in-store or online for more details
Our ‘fabric remnants’ and how you buy them
We sell ‘fabric remnants’ for dressmaking, curtains, soft
furnishings and crafts
Take them to the till point and the sales assistant will
weigh the piece/pieces for you and give you a price
These fabrics are sold by weight (kg) and are all varieties
of sizes, types and weights
Remnants can be cut down as long as we are left with a
minimum of 1 metre for dress & craft fabrics and 2.5
metres for soft furnishing and curtain fabrics
Simply pick the fabric piece/pieces you want to buy - the
kg price will be stated on the basket
Please ask a member of staff for more details or if you require help
Make Your Own:
Crochet Daisy Chain
Who could resist this pretty necklace made with hand-crocheted daisies?
Alternatively, make them into a stunning hairband or bracelet.
Materials and equipment:
• No. 3 crochet cotton in yellow and white • Crochet hook size 2.50mm (US B-1, UK 13)
• 70cm (27½in) silver-plated cable jewellery chain • Sewing needle and thread
• 100cm (39½in) green sheer organza ribbon
Single Daisy
Double Daisy
With yellow crochet cotton, make a slip ring.
Follow the instructions for the single daisy
up to the end of round 2.
Round 1: 1 ch, 8 sc (UK dc) into ring, pull end
to close ring and remove hook.
Re-insert hook from back of work into first
sc (UK dc) loop with a ss.
Round 2: change to white crochet cotton, *3
ch, ss into back of each of these 3 ch, ss into
next base sc (UK dc)*, repeat from * to * 7
times, making 8 petals all together.
ss to centre and tie off the ends.
Round 3: work into base ss between petals 1
and 2 of round 2, *sc (UK dc), 3 ch, ss into
back of each of 3 ch to base ch*, repeat from
* to * 7 more times.
sc (UK dc) to centre and tie off the ends.
Make seven daisies (some single and some
double). Thread the green ribbon through
the looped silver necklace and tie it in a
knot at the back. Stitch daisies on to the
ribbon at regular intervals.
This project is taken from the book ‘Twenty to Make’
Crocheted Flowers by Jan Ollis and is published by
Search Press ISBN : 9781844487066. RRP £4.99