Now edited by Victor Briggs, Workbox magazine was launched in 1981 by Audrey Babington (right),and was the forerunner of the vast quantity of needlecraft magazines now available in the numerous needlecraft, textiles and fabric subjects seen on newsstands.
From the first issue, Workbox set out to stand as a source of information and inspiration for its readers. Information was supplied for readers on the wide variety of subjects that needlecrafts encompass and in advertisements for materials and other products essential to the enthusiast's hobby. Inspiration enabled readers to develop their own skills in their chosen discipline. Workbox has changed over the years but the principal aims of Audrey Babington are still adhered to. Features cover as many subjects in needlecrafts, textiles and fabrics as possible, with articles by leading authors and practitioners in their particular subjects. New ideas are explored and traditional methods are explained with considerable use of colour pictures. Modern developments of traditional skills are explained by exponents.Wherever possible, advertisements are promoted in the subjects covered to give readers details of suppliers whom they may wish to contact. There is always wide advertising covering the whole spectrum of the needle world.
Workbox remains a source of ideas, information and inspiration for readers of all ages who want to develop their skills, want to be kept informed, or who simply want a good read. Published bi-monthly, the magazine cover price is £2.75. Subscription prices are just £14 for 6 issues, or £27 for 12 issues.
On the Workbox web site, we have regular current issue/next issue features that will keep you up to date on what's in this month's magazine and what is coming in the following months. We also have back issues and subscriptions areas, and a whats on and when section which will be updated regularly. We will also introduce a new advertising section, to bring retailers & suppliers together on the internet. We also have a new needlework feature, for our internet readers.