Welcome to Makit of March, your trusted online destination for textile craft books.
As a husband-and-wife team, we bring decades of passion, expertise, and a deep-rooted love for textiles and craftsmanship. This influence shapes every aspect of our business as a specialist bookseller of textile craft books.
Meet Scilla and Steve Stephenson
Scilla:
Scilla’s heritage is steeped in textile craftsmanship. With a lineage that includes a mother who worked as a court dressmaker on London’s prestigious Bond Street and generations of tailors and lacemakers, Scilla carries forward a proud tradition. A City & Guilds diploma holder in fashion and design, she excels in lacemaking, embroidery, and dressmaking.
Steve Stephenson:
With a career as a textile technologist, Steve has developed fabrics for high-street fashion and industrial use. His extensive experience ensures the quality and relevance of every title we offer.
Why Choose Makit of March?
The main reasons our customers choose Makit of March.
Expertly Selected Titles:
We offer beautifully produced, richly illustrated books on textile crafts from leading UK and international publishers. Each title reflects the author’s expertise and presents projects and techniques with clarity.
Ever-Expanding Collection:
Our range of books grows monthly, but if you’re searching for a specific title or subject, we’ll happily try to source it for you, provided it’s not self-published.
Competitive Prices with Free UK Delivery:
We pride ourselves on offering some of the most competitive prices online, with free delivery to any UK postcode, including the Isle of Man and Channel Isles, with no subscription required.
Customer-Focused Service:
We love engaging with our customers and are always happy to help with advice, recommendations, or inquiries. If you have any questions or can’t find what you’re looking for in our lists, just reach out—we’re here to support your passion for textile crafts.