Hoop is a beautiful new haberdashery in the heart of Kent, owned and managed by Vanessa Davies, a lifestyle photographer and keen crafter. Over the years, Vanessa has worked with some of the most innovative designers in the craft industry, on some of the most beautiful craft and pattern books and has brought that same sense of style to her ‘dream shop’

Stocking a growing range of beautiful haberdashery, yarns, ribbons and notions, including; Rowan, Lang, Rico, Erica Knight, West Yorkshire Spinners, Fyberspates and Malabrigo. Notions include; Knit pro needles, Soak, Anchor tapestry yarns, DMC silks, John James needles, Gutterman cotton. Hoop is also importing La Croix et la Maniere embroidery linen and trimmings, and Sajou notions from France. There is a large and well chosen selection of craft books, including many that are hard to source in the UK.

The online store is be an extension of the Hoop shop, giving everyone access to the carefully selected collection that can be found at Hoop, and at the same time the personal service that only a small, local, shop can provide.

Hoop is also hosting a growing number of workshops, including the ‘Cushion Club’ for beginner and intermediate knitters, Beginner’s Crochet and Embroidery classes for both adults and children…