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The perfect way to shop small this Christmas
When you shop with The Fabled Thread this Christmas, you’re supporting a small, independent business that values creativity and the joy of slow hobbies. Our thoughtfully designed kits make it easy to introduce someone to a new skill or encourage them to explore a relaxing, mindful pastime.
Our bestselling embroidery and needlepoint kits
Learn anytime and anywhere with our virtual creative courses
Whether you're new to embroidery or ready to experiment with your own designs, we're here to share our knowledge. We teach everything from decorative frame painting, to technical sewing to finding your own creative voice.
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Become part of our creative studio
The Studio is our membership club for people who want to get even more out of their stitching. Join us to become part of our studio community, with access to all sorts of benefits like discounted refill kits, our studio shop with one off and limited edition designs, as well as the chance to get to know us better at in-person and online events.
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Creating heirlooms of the future
We are on a mission to redefine the whole idea of craft kits. Nowhere is this better epitomised than through our limited edition designs. Produced in small batches, these designs are only available for a short amount of time. Much like artist prints, the kits are numbered and come with authenticity certificates. These aren't just kits; they're works of art, and you are the artist.
A small business with a big purpose
Discover our passion for stitching
I’m Eppie Thompson. I’ve fallen in love with the pleasures of sewing and I’d love to help you do the same. To me, there’s no such thing as people who don’t enjoy sewing. There are simply people who haven’t tried the right kit yet.
From our studio in Islington, our small team works to make and ship all our kits, hand paint frames and run workshops. Everything we do is to try encourage more people to feel creatively confident and experience the joy of making.
