In 2025, CHSI Stitches celebrates 50 years of supporting the UK craft industry.  As the UKs only dedicated craft trade event, it is the number one destination for craft buyers looking to source and procure new stock.

Craft business owners and buyers attend looking to see and touch the newest products on the market, meet with manufacturers and prospective suppliers ahead of placing orders for the year ahead. 

Exhibiting enables you to showcase your product lines, launch new products, access an abundance of business opportunities and the chance to meet the full spectrum of trade craft buyers face-to-face.

Gain the advantage and meet buyers from:

HIGH STREET RETAILERS   DEPARTMENT STORES   INDEPENDENTS

MULTIPLES   ONLINE RETAILERS   GARDEN CENTRES

Sales Pack

 

Over 20 million

crafters with the industry seeing considerable growth 

95% of buyers

have budget responsibility and purchasing power 

Access 1000’s 

of qualified trade buyers and do business in just two days 

Stand Options

SHELL SCHEME

This stand will include wall panels, a fascia name board and carpet. Any extra features such as electrics, wifi and furniture will need to be arranged separately with the official contractors. 

Prices start from £250 per m2.

SPACE ONLY

This stand will include floor space only (no carpet). You will need to use your own suppliers to arrange for the construction of your own unique stand.

 

Prices start from £220 per m2.

The Sarah Hurley Academy Pavilion 

The perfect solution for Creative Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses!
Includes stand space + shell scheme
Business, marketing and exhibiting support
The Creative Pitch Session

£950+vat for 4m x 1.5m including led strip light and socket
£750+vat for 4m x 1.5m for stand only no electrics

Sponsorship opportunities

We offer sponsorship opportunities that help our clients engage with and create positive experiences for our visitors and your target audience.

We offer traditional sponsorship opportunities as well as being able to work alongside you to create bespoke solutions to meet your objectives and budget. We are able to deliver sponsorship pre-show, onsite and post show through a range of mediums including digital and social media.

Sponsorship allows you to leverage your position within the event and provide exposure that reaches beyond your stand.

View the sponsorship document here. 

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please contact Steve Mitchell on +44 (0) 1425 460 811 or email stevem@ichf.co.uk to discuss availability and the full list of options.