Hobbycraft (early stores)
British retail history
The story of Hobbycraft (early stores)
Hobbycraft expanded specialist arts-and-crafts superstores in Britain, making supplies for sewing, painting and model-making more accessible. The brand continues trading.
Place in British shopping history
Hobbycraft (early stores) is remembered as part of Britain’s hobby and craft retail landscape. Its shopfronts, products and advertising form part of the changing story of British retail.
Historical research still needed
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