✨Happy New Year 2025 ✨

Happy New Year from Taylor & Abel

As we step into 2025, we want to take this opportunity to wish each and every one of you a Happy New Year! May this year be filled with creativity, joy, and new beginnings for all of us.

As we bid farewell to 2024 and step into the fresh possibilities of 2025, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to all of you. Your unwavering support has meant the world to us, especially through the challenging times we've faced. Whether it was during our temporary closure or as we navigated through a period of grief, you stood by us, and for that, we are truly thankful. Your kindness has been a source of strength and encouragement, reminding us of the wonderful community we are privileged to be a part of.

We are so excited to welcome the new year and all the potential it holds. One of the things we're most excited about is expanding our capacity to host more craft workshops and social craft events. These gatherings have become such a special part of our journey, and we can’t wait to offer even more opportunities for you to connect, create, and share in the joy of making things by hand. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, there's always something new to learn and enjoy here at Taylor & Abel.

Mindfulness remains at the heart of what we do, and we’re continuing to focus on mental wellbeing this year. We’re thrilled to announce that we'll be dedicating an entire week to this cause—offering resources, workshops, and activities aimed at supporting your mental and emotional health. Crafting is such a wonderful way to find peace and relaxation, and we’re here to help guide you on that journey.

As we look ahead, we’re also reflecting on some significant milestones, including the 80th anniversaries of VE and VJ Day. These important commemorations will be marked with special fabric collections perfect for creating bunting, memorabilia, and other crafts that pay tribute to this pivotal moment in history. We can’t wait to see how you all bring your creativity to life with these beautiful fabrics.

In addition to these events, we are also thrilled to share a special project with you. This year, we will be stocking the first book by our good friend, David Morrish, titled Digital Embroidery. This inspiring and comprehensive guide delves into the art of digital embroidery, offering techniques, vibrant ideas, and finished examples. David and I have known each other since our college days, and while I moved into teaching, David continued to develop his exceptional skills in fashion and embroidery. He has made a name for himself, appearing on BBC's Make it at Market, becoming a member of the Crafts Council, and earning a prestigious QEST scholarship. We are proud to support David and share his brilliant work with you all.

Thank you again for your incredible support. We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful community of crafters, creators, and supporters. Here’s to a bright, creative, and mindful 2025! We look forward to seeing you in the shop, at our events, and throughout the year ahead.

With gratitude and excitement
T & A