"We've spotted several Facebook ads and posts claiming that the retailer Hobbycraft is "running a special promotion this month" in which "anyone who filled out a short form could get a Red Heart Mega Yarn Craft Kit". However, Hobbycraft confirmed to Full Fact that this is not a genuine offer. The posts claim to have been written by someone who says they were told about the false offer by a "cashier" in a Hobbycraft shop."
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Hobbycraft confirmed that a circulating offer of a free or discounted Red Heart Mega Yarn Craft Kit is not genuine. The offer appeared in several Facebook ads and posts claiming a "running a special promotion this month" and that "anyone who filled out a short form could get a Red Heart Mega Yarn Craft Kit". Some posts claimed a cashier had revealed the offer in-store. Some posts suggested completing a short questionnaire would make the yarn available for £3 or £6.99, and others indicated the text was being shared via WhatsApp. Readers are advised to verify promotions through company official channels before responding.
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