7 Jul
Iris embroidery craft cord has a superb lustrous sheen, is colourfast and resistant to heavy laundering.
19 Feb
With Mothers Day coming up, why not treat your mum to an embroidery starter kit.
23 Jun
With a thread count of 120d/2 (40s), Marathon viscose rayon thread is a superb choice.
22 Mar
Though to some embroidery may still conjure up twee images of an outdated craft more favoured in a Jane Austen novel, the reality is actually far from that.
23 Jun
We have a range of embroidery backing products suitable for a wide variety of applications for the embroiderer, including specialist products and water soluble topping.
26 Jun
On the 5 June 2019, 143 countries took part in World Environment Day, a day focused on environmental concerns ranging from global warming to protection of wildlife.
13 Jun
It's great to see the world of embroidery brought to the public's attention in the BBC's recent World Cup ad.
16 Aug
Our customers are our biggest assets and the reason we do what we do.
15 Oct
No longer is the word embroidery associated with a make do and mend generation or twee fete stalls.
27 Mar
Finding things to do when you’re being discouraged to leave the house can be difficult, but the great thing about embroidery and crafting is it’s something you can come back to again and again.
14 Nov
If you’re active in the arts and craft world, no doubt you will have heard of, or be a regular viewer of, tv channel HOCHANDA.
13 Dec
On the first day of Christmas Marathon sent to me: Some threads for embroidery.
11 Jan
This year sees the 30th anniversary of the industry’s biggest ever event, Printwear & Promotion LIVE!
22 Jun
We are delighted to announce the completion of our new warehouse extension which we opened in May 2022.
26 Sep
When discussing children and politics, broadcasting our favourite is generally not the done thing.
5 Oct
We are constantly advised to check our suppliers and look at the merits of switching supply, to get the benefits of a better deal, and improve our finances.
17 Nov
Cut Your Costs Embroidery backing fabric has never been the most exciting product, and is generally considered to be an expense most embroiderers would rather do without.
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Marathon House
Tavistock Avenue
Ripley
Derbyshire
DE5 3SE
UNITED KINGDOM
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