LUXURY DESIGNS INSIDE!Cross Stitch (terre OLD Ga ‘Avery warm welcome to our extra-special Coss Stitch Gold Figures Collection In this compiation, we take your needle (on a journey around the world. ‘We visita breathtaking Japanese garden (pl2}.a lady of the house cooking up a feast ina tradtional Mexican kitchen (p30; and we travel across to sunny Spain to see a flamenco dancer putting on a fantastic show (p36). ‘And faraway locations arent the only place we Vist, we aso take a step back in time, bringing icons from different eras lve with stiches. Lesley ‘Teare’s designed a commemorative VE day party scene (672), Shannon Wasiieffs Art Deco lady ‘oozes all the glamour ofthe 1920s (100) and (Maria Diaz celebrates the most loved fashions of each decade with a set of six greeting cards (p90) Of couse, we couldn't put together a collection of potraits without induding a few of our favourite mythical characters too. Find an ice princess, garden fairy, mermaids and more in the section starting on p05. Happy stitching! Sark 12 = Sarah Tevor Editor = m Around Posteard | the world perfect Take your needle ona journey Reminisce about happy times 6 Bella signora 42 A tranquil moment Ads ata ofthe Med to yourhome Fee youre urnindasyousttch ths Vitoran ad lot inhec ein 12 Eastern elegance . . stich the gorgeousgeinsinhevaacen 48 Beside the seaside “Tris beach scene wl bing bck 18 Simply chic fond memories of sane bps This Holywood nse Sten porta . cones lar and gace 54 Sprinkle of ma Celebrate the colours of autumn wth 24 Brave spirit this All Our Yesterdays scene. ‘ANatve American and the specal fiend 58 Sunday drive 30 Sunshine & spice Car lovers ofall ages will appreciate This colour tchen sce wil thscouple and thet vintage motor. liven up your own cocking space. 64 Summertime 36 Feel the beat Cote your ees and imagine youre Mara Dias beautfl Spach dancer enjoying the Sent ofthis Greek cafe 2.CrossStitchGold | wwwegatheredhiowStitch icons of days gone by 72 CCommemorate VE Day by stitching this celebratory street party scene 78 “This stylish acy has star quality. 84 Stitch our Celtic princess loti thought 90 Choose. fashion ea to make you smile 94 This brave soir is ufillng his som duty. 100 ‘Add metalic tvead and seed beads tots exquiste Art Deco lady Indulge in some make-believe 106 Cold as i You won't be able to resi the charms of Joan Eliot e's snow princess - perfect for fan ofa certain cartocn fmt 112 Und is sparkling make a piece of jer the sea 19 mermaid por tement alittechids bedroom, 118 Enchanted garden (ur ett fay sat amongst beaut blooms will make a heart oft forloves ones of any ages. 124 Make waves t Jenny Barton into this mesmerising design by Got favourte, CCossstiichGold | www.gatheredhow 3Cross Stitch GOLD Meet this issue’s featured designers. e ay ce 4 Amanda Butler Faye Whittaker Maria Diaz, a Sa eee ee ee oe Pen eee oases See gee aa ee Se Pee Settee Perse eee eee eee Se ee ee Eos Geese, 0 Gee 8 See Eee Se a BS Eee oe eee eee see Gi fl eee Eh ee © See ae Sa eee ee ee ee ee Bes ees eae as Semen aoe a aS Fee poe memo fl come Sosy Gl semen RERERC CSS lec sea ae es ae nares em Plus, special thanks to. eta Se ry ato Pog emt oo ‘Amanda Gregory Sra ys Zena Moo, Heather Nagent "cot Purnl and Le Tee 4 CrossStitchGold | wwwzgatheredhowthe world A beautiful selection of designs featuring traditional costume and iconic fashion trends from all over the globe... CrossstitchGold | www.gathered how 5Around the world | Italian beauty Transport yourself to the shores of the Mediterranean when you bring to life this sumptuous scene This design is worked on 28-count cream evenweave in 29 shades of stranded cotton Sn and one shade of metallic thread. Cross stitch is BUC in two strands of cotton or one of metalic, and gravitas to the design, backstitch is worked in one strand of cotton or Pretend metallic. There are also fractionals, French knots et eee Elid and seed beads in this challenging design, F Pecos Find the centre of your fabric and your chart start stitching here, working outwards ‘Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric using two strands of cotton or metalic thread. For every tiny symbol you see on the chart, work a fractional stitch, ‘Add the backstitch in one strand of cotton ‘or metalic thread Work the French knots using one strand of cotton or metalic thread. Attach the beads Using two strands of matching thread. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Zieigart 28-count cream everweave (270/264) measuring 40x32cm (16x13in) ‘Threads Stranded cotton and metalic thread as listed inthe key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle beading needle Beads Mill seed beads as stedin the ley Extras Frame and mount of your choice witha ‘minimum aperture of 245x17cm (x63) 6CrossstitchGold | www.gatheredhowAround the world | Italian beauty Topett 8CrossStitchGold | wwwegatheredhowItalian beauty | Around the world nee ‘Cross stitch intwo strands DMC | Anchor [Madeira lane 2 | 2402 _| white “This scene has see : Tightareen Py oodles of wow- See ee psc factor with its an] 164 [1006 [navy ve Bee . . 3a7_| 025] 407 [ved es shimmering 350 |__| 213 | aarkeoral eee metallics, bright a1 {to [24 [eont nee 32 [9 303 | light coral e beads and oa [| 0 | 1914 | beige bn intricate stitched Sto | _sse1 | te | tghtarey 708 | 255 | 1308 _| leafgreen 746_[ 275 | 2511_| yellow 754_| 1012 | 305 | peach 738 | 268 | 2313 | darkpeach 140 | 910 | tohtblue aa [22 601_| ruby ‘16 | 1006 | 513_| darkred 22_| 390_| 1908_| pearl 25 | 162_| 10m _| bue aaa | toa_| 1809 | orey 948| 892 | 306 _| light peach 986 988 detail. I can’t wait to get stuck into this challenge!” Fiona Baker, Senior Technical Editor 246 | 1404 | darkgreen 2a 1402 | oreen 3023 | 899 | 1813_| stone grey 888 887 2108 _| darkstraw 2206 _| straw 3087 | 852 | 2205 | lightstaw Cross stitch in two strands DMCLightEffects % [ee ‘old x Backstitch in one strand, —T 310 | 403 | 2400_| bck aa as {407 [rea 33 [6 | 304 | verylight coral —| eae [ton] 1809” [ grey Tarn [1007 [23 brckred x Backstitch in one strand DMCLLight Effects 3821 ‘old French knots in one strand © [2047] 52 | 2205 | lghtstaw French knots in one strand DMC LightEffects | |||) = |p| s |||) | | lenient sei] > © [e3e2i ‘o0ld Mill Hill sed beads @ | o7054 billantsharnwook @ | c3009) rich red | STITCH COUNT 134high x94 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) = 245x17em (9/2x6%in) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton, OMC Light fects and MilHilseed beads on 28 count everweave cover wo threads ofthefabsic CCossstiichGold | www.gatheredhow 9Around the world | Italian beauty SIT Com nt y Ry usec) eet sais otom oh 10 Crossstitch Gold | wwwgathered.how| ON SALE . NOW! y sek Sea 9, What's inside! ‘% 132 pages of cross stitch inspiration % Bouquets, gardens, wildflowers and more! % 21 projects by all your favourite designers prion tahe ge Seyi mee Order your copy today! ORDER ONLINE www.ourmediashop.com/CrossStitchFlorals23 Or CALL 03330 162 138* and quote ‘Cross Stitch Florals 2023'Around the world | Japanese garden Eastern elegance Our glorious water garden and beautiful lady in traditional dress are a treat for the senses ey Teare This design is worked on 28-count white ‘evenweave over two threads of the fabric, in 30 shades of cotton and one shade of metallic thread. Cross stitch is in two strands of thread, and backstitch is in one strand of cotton or metallic thread, There are also a few fractionals This detailed design will suit both intermediate and experienced stitchers. How to stitch the design ] Find the centre of your fabric by folding it in half horizontally and vertically. Follow the arrows on the chart to find its centre and start stitching here, working outwards. Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric in two strands of cotton, For every tiny symbol you see on the chart, work a fractional stitch. ‘Add the backstitch in one strand of cotton or one strand of metallic thread, Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenveave ‘measuring 44radcm (Vn) ‘Threads Stranded cotton and metalic thread as listed inthe key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 29x25cm (11¥x3%in) 12.CrossStitchGold | was gatheredhow Sirona) Gun eu Say Pera this intricate and Cet tnAround the world | Japanese garden SSS eee Sistas seat ait Toplett 1ACrossStitchGold | www gatheredhowJapanese garden | Around the world eee Cross stitch in two strands DMC [ Anchor [Madelr A [Bane] 2 | 2402 | white | 0 | 59 | 508 | chenyred mm [310 | 403 | 2400 | black ‘aaz_| 1047 _| 2307 _| ginger ‘a7_| 266 | _1501_| moss green a 253 | 1414 _| lettuce green so7_| 1064 | 1110] turquoise 981062 [1111 | Bghtwrquoize @7_| aot | 2208 | lghtsand 729 890_| 2209_| sand 7a7_[_158_| _m104_| skybue Bis | 23 | 502 _| babypink 3aa_| 10a | 1809 _| smoke grey 360 | 375 | 2105 _| hazelnutbrown ‘ao | 38 | 506 | pink ‘945 | eat | 2309 | peach 964 | tas_[ 1112 | seagreen ‘92_[ 1072 | 1202 | oceangreen 3326 [36 [606 | rosepink 3328 | 1o24_| 406 _| salmon pink 3346 | 267 | 1407_| grassgreen 3770 | 1009 | 2314 _| lightpeach 3803 | 6 | 2609 _| cerse 3608 | 1068 | 2507 | very dkturquoise 3a | 168 | 1108 | darkturquoise ae | 1060 | Tot | veryittuquoise 3823 | 386 | _2512_| yellow | me) = |) | = || at] Yi |e] pt] | om |e] om] ws |] a @ | 329 [901 | 2210 | god Mm | 3045 [1078 [1203 | teal fleldleeleietc Backstitch in one strand feleleielcietcteleeleetclee —J[banc| 2 | 2402 | white Rlieeeicele [50 [59 508 | chenyred SE ERE EEE [a0 [4032400 | back —Toer [24a [1403 [torest green x Backstitch in one strand DMC Light Effects felecici + [e221 Tight gold STITCH COUNT 141 high x 121 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) = 25 5x22cm (108i) ‘This design wasstiched using IMC stranded cotton and DIC Lght tects on 28-count everweave vertwo tineads ofthefabrie “Tove the rendering of the blossom - it makes a wonderful frame for this pretty scene.” Fiona Baker, Senior Technical Editor CrossStitchGold| www.gathered how 15Around the world | Japanese garden Bottom ght “What a spectacular project! There’s so much lovely detail, like the shimmering patterns on the dress, and those exotic butterflies.” Sarah Trevor, Editor 16 CrossStitch Gold | wwgathered.howThere's more ul 4 1 q CrossStitchGold | wwwigatheredhow 17Around the world | Parisian beauty Simpl ae “ Inspired by the sophisticated fashions of Paris, this elegant beauty will be a joy to stitch Designed by Lesley Teare Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 28-count natural linen using 24 different shades of stranded cotton and ‘one of metallic thread. The design uses whole 105s stitches and fractionals in two strands of cotton or metallic gold thread. Backstitch and longstitch are worked in one strand and royal pearl seed beads add the final flourish. How to stitch the design Find the centre of your fabric and the centve of the chart, stat stitching from here, working your way outwards. ‘Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric, using two strands of cotton or metallic old thread. For every tiny symbol you see on the chart, worka fractional stitch. ‘Add the backstitch detail using one strand Cf cotton. Work the longstitch in one strand of petrol blue, as indicated on the chart ‘Add the seed beads to the design using thread in a similar shade to the beads. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Zivelgar 28-count natural linen ‘measuring 43x33cm (713i) ‘Threads Stranded cotton and metalic thread as listed in the key Beads Mill ilseed beads as Isted in the key Needle Size 4 tapestry needle; beading needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice with a minimum aperture of 218m (1x7in) 1B CrossStitchGold | ww gatheredhow SS rtro at oe) aed Seat henna) Rem artesays) BectonAround the world | Parisian beauty 40 30 20 10 10 elelslslsl=1+1210) Topett 20.CrossSttchGold | wwww.gathered howui Ania i AAI Dy A PAA ARAN IAAI AAAI, AAAIaAIAIalsinis gl IAIAAAAIAIAIAISISy SISA SAA] BAA] Te Toph Parisian beauty | Around the world ened Cross stitch intwo strands DMC | Anchor [Madeira ne] 2 | 2402 _| white ecru | 926 | 2404 | cream 168 | 1096 | 1708 | pewtergrey ‘310 | 403 | 2400_| black 317 | 400 | 1801_| grey 368 | 214 | 1310_| almond green ais_[_401_| _1714_| darkgrey 00 | 2 | 703 | pink 644 | a30 | 1814 | stonegrey 754 | 1012_| 305 | darkpeach 78 | 131] 912 _| bie 318 | 23 | 501 _| babypink az | 390] 1908 | pearl 339 | 1050 | 1913_| darkbrown 1912 | brown 38 | 506 | darkrosepink 948 | aor | 206 | peach 2 24 >|] | 7 |e) = |e mm) 4] =| > + ssl] 5 g g o | 98 502 _| lighteose pink S| 987 1403 _| dark green © | 989 [20 | 1401 | green w | 326 | 36 | 606 | rosepink Cross stitch in two strands DMCLightEffects me | e3e52 dark gold %Backstitchin one strand —J_ 407 [94 | 2512 | beige Jeo || 703 | pink a7 [244 [1403 | aarkgreen —T a7 | 236 | 1713 | charcoal grey 2 Longstitch in one strand —T 92 | 1033 | 1710 | pevrolbiue Mill Hill seed beads @ [03021 royal pear ‘STITCH COUNT 151 high x93 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) = 275Sx17am (10%x6)4in) ‘This design wasstitched using DMC sanded cotton, OMC Ugh tects an Mi illeed beads on 2-| BES BB! BS! PPPEPDE I i BEBE BSB! eee > DDS DD! BPSPPPED EBBEBIS pace ED SoS bbe e ISD! Beco 7Se eases et a Seo Tse eases Botom tt Bessa [5151 babel Bi Dae |>be Pe pep bristle SGGRSE0EEEE07555 Bees Pe pa> >> pI PEP r Sb Spb Bi DEED EDP BES bp bpisiseb| bait et Bo waal|i51si1| BESCDD| ae: BSD bEI Po Bist BEDE Dt BSI Beal BEBE! EDS peaceful and calm. The special ject makes me feel very bond between the woman and is proj z al her horse is beauty to behold.” Sarah Trevor, Editor 28 CrossStitchGold | wwvn.gathered howFOR ONLY £6! ce TmscHRIsTHASCHR DED Secon on CRE EE Ev First 3 issues for only £6* just £2 an issue! v Save 70% on magazine shop price PEP SRARTSPREE | FREE UK home delvery~ never miss an issue V Fab cross stitch gift with ever sue The World of Cross Stitching is the UK's No.1 cross stitching magazine, for every sttcher, Whatever your skil level or experience. We have all the inspiration and best practical advice fr you ‘indulge in your passion —not to mention fab stitchy gifts and more than 80 new patterns in every issue! Plus, we have a great website and ibant socal media pages, so you can connect th felow sttchers and share all your stories. $0 subscribe today and ty three issues for just £6 Don't miss out! ; ae SiSting 24S & CONDITIONSCee ec) Se ea Pees sc Mexican kitchen | Around the world Recreate this vibrant scene where the lady of the house is cooking amid nature's bounty ‘Ths design is worked on 14-count white aida in 34 shades of cotton, It uses cross stitch and fractional stitches in two strands of thread, plus backstitch in one strand to add definition to the lady and her dress, and the fruit, pots and plates. This design is suitable for intermediate stitchers Find the centre of your fabric by folding it in half horizontally and vertically. Follow the arrows on the chart to find its centre and start stitching here, working outwards. Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric in two strands of cotton, For every tiny symbol you see, work a fractional stitch, Add the backstitch in one strand of dark singer or dark grey cotton, Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 4hx36¢m (16x4in) ‘Threads Stranded cotton a sted inthe key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice with a ‘minimum aperture of 2520 Scm (10x8in) CrossStitch Gold | www.gatheredhow 31Around the world | Mexican kitchen a2lsfaled s [sirazielotsire apie A ststetetelst felolef zie ene deanusnuee tolstetstetotorsfolotetorerotslotels fete stotctoe Pell l=lel= [= ] fete = ile sl el =e afen [ele ef I [TE Be E 3 ] CrossStitchGold| www.gathered how 33 TophAround the world | Mexican kitchen 8 efcietcter intitle tieleeieic csr) so] lsat [[lfifltis\sseeerssrslereeelt sicle| 70| “I want to stitch this and hang it on my wall next to my chilli plant growing on my kitchen windowsill.” Hannah Erskine, Charting Assistant Made from either a quarter or three-quarters of across stitch, fractionals allow you to create rounded edges’ and more natural shapes, like those of the lady’s arm, the grapes spiling over the fruit bowl and the curved edge of the plant pot shown here. The chart shows which detail of the design has the fractional, and the key tells you which thread colour to use. To make a fractional stitch, bring the needle up in that ccomer and down in the centre of the square, halfway across the diagonal, Turn to p130 for a diagram and, if you're not confident with these stitches, try a few on a spare scrap of fabric before you tackle them in your design. 34 CrossStitch Gold | www gathered how aan cence eS SASS Ra slat cata atta = Poces ances innit ie 0) tom rahe‘Must-stiteh characters for you CO Kot CoN ALE N You'll adore our fun collection, with 214 super-cute charts to make you smile. Celebrate weddings, birthdays and your friendships with charming makes and fast finishes. Send a loved one a hug today with this happy, smiley selection! Celebrate your pet with themed makes and gifts Bride and groom teddy bears wedding sampler Baby animals for a newborn 91 fun kawaii charts 63 all-occasion cards 36 ABC and numbers charts 151 one-nighters Plus over 130 quick motifs, a set of kokeshi dolls, cosy creatures in winter woollies, funny designs to giggle over, thank-you cards for teacher, and much more.Around the world | Spanish dancer Add a fiery Spanish flavour to your décor when you stitch this stunning flamenco dancer in full flow This design is worked on 28-count cream ‘evenweave over two threads of the fabric in 31 shades of cotton and two of metalic thread. Cross stitch isin two strands of cotton ‘or metallic, with fractional stitches throughout. Half cross stitch i in two strands of cotton, and backstitch isin one strand of cotton or metallic. Find the centre of your fabric. Find the centre of the chart and start stitching here, working outwards, Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric using two strands of cotton or metallic thread. For every tiny symbol on the chart, work a fractional stitch, Work the half cos stitch using two strands of cotton. Work the backstitch using one strand of ‘cotton or metallic thread. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count cream evernweave (@270/564) measuring 52x43cm (2x17) ‘Threads Stranded cotton and metalic thread as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice with a ‘minimum aperture of 37428cm (14xin) 36 CrossSttchGold | wwww.gathered howAround the world | Spanish dancer sol sol Tope 38 CrossSttchGold | wwww-gathered howSpanish dancer | Around the world Cross stitch in twostrands DMC | Anchor [Madeira 304 | 19 | sn_| darkred 310 | 403 | 2400_| black 350 | | 2 | red 352 [9 | 303_| coal 353 | 6 | _2313_| lightcoral 335 | 400_| 1809 | grey | _703__| darkpink s7_|_702_ [pink 35_| 64 _| lightpink asai_| 1812 _| darkstone grey 7o0_| 229 | 1302_| darkgreen 72_| 226 | 1306 | green 704 | 255 | 1308 | lightgreen 712 | 926 | 2101_| cream 738_| 367 | _2013_| tan 79_| 1088 | _1914_| chestnutbrown as | 44 | 513 _| ruby 390 | 683 _| 1314 _| almondgreen ‘398 | 360 | 2006 | brown 1s | 1029 | 705 | plum 963 | 73 | 502 _| rosepink 246 | 1404 _| forest green 899 | _1813_| stonegrey 3064 | 883 | 2312 | lightbrickred ‘a7 382 8/8 /8]/8 1805_| Tight stone grey 3571 2004 | dark brown 3772 | 1007 _| 2311 _| brickred 3860 | 379 | 1913_| cocoa 3864 | 376 | 1910 | beige ‘Cross stitch in two strands DMC LightEffects B& | B10 ‘metallic black me | 3852, dark gold Halfcross stitch in two strands = [3802] 3 | 1912 | darkbeige Backstitch inone strand, 310 | 403 | 2400_| black ara] 22 | 601_| darkruby 3772 | 1007 | 2311 | brickred Backstitch in one strand DMC Light Effects — | eas2 dark gold 199high x 152 wide 14H (28-count evenweave) = 36x77 Sem (14Vx10%4in) 34779 chestnut brown, 218860 coos), 2x3864 (beige) This lesion was stitched using DMC stranded cotton and ONC Light fects on 28-countevenweave over two threads ofthe abe >< ||| + |= |e = ee ||| os |e |x| x] | ||| | | i Toph CrossstitchGold| wwingatheredhow 39Around the world | Spanish dancer {40 CrossStitch God | wwrn.gathered howPostcard perfect Enjoy picturesque scenes from near and far with these nostalgic designs that evoke happy holiday memories... CrossStitchGold | wwwgatheredhow 41Postcard perfect | Sewer at work A tranqui moment Stitch this Victorian lady relishing the peace of her abundant garden and the patient art of embroidery Designed by Amanda Gregory Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 28-count over-dyed evenweave over two threads of the fabric, in 33 shades of stranded cotton, Coss stitch is in two strands of cotton, with a few fractional stitches for extra detail, Backsttch is worked in ‘one strand, while French knots in one strand ‘add the finishing touch. Ths project is best suited to experienced How to stitch the design 1 Find the centre of your fabric by folding it in half both ways. Find the centre of the chart and start ing here, working your way outwards. Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric using two strands of cotton. For every tiny symbol you see on the chart, work a fractional stitch. ‘Add the backstitch detail using one strand of cotton. Four shades are used. Aron the French knots using one strand ‘of magenta cotton. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Fabric Fir 26-count Meadow View leveniweave measuring SOs4Scm (20x18in) from wwwisenitallcom Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice witha ‘minimum aperture of 86x28 (40 i) 42 CrossStitchGold | weww-gathered how SSTrteo ani) Pees Lu) Peseta Ceca eee erryPostcard perfect | Sewer at work Tope ‘44 CrossSttchGold | wwww-gathered howSewer at work | Postcard perfect Ed "Cross stitch in two strands DMC | Anchor [Madeira (Ta Jolene [2 | 2402 [white Z| 16 | 254 | 1308_| ightgreen Ta] 26 [08] 27 [ight tae Cw [ie [373 [1607 _[ tan Te [209 [98803 _| darkiiac = Pan [3020 itac ™ | 319 | 22 | 1313 | amondgreen oe [3a [aw [902 [pure w | 32 [9 | 303 _| col | a5 | 398 | 1e02_| grey Ble! 7 702_| darkpink @ [3 | ss 505 | pink a [60s [1094 [613 [ tight pink oe [oer [886 | 2207 [ sand Tis or [227 [305 [dark aveen @ [704 [255 | 1307_| oreen = _[746_[275_|_25it_| cream © | a7 | 158 | m0 _| skyblue = [762 [234 [1804 [Tight grey = [81 [23 [502 | babypink ® | en_| 1082 | 191 _| brown 3 [945 |_sat_| 2309 | peach w | 951 [1010 | 2308 | apricot | 3045 [ea 2103 | straw x [3046 | _a87 [2206 | lighestraw P| 2747 |_120_| 901 _| taht purple =| 3770 |_1009__| 2314 _| light peach © [san | 10601101 | bive % | 3821 [305 [2510 | oid % [3052 [306 [2514 | darkgold Backstitch in one strand —T 39 [22 | 1313 almondgreen — [re [9362301 | terracotta Pe [es [707 | magenta Pare as a8 darkarey French knotsin one strand, | 73 [88 [707 | magenta | STITCH COUNT 194 high x 160 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (2-count evenwveave) | =35x29em (334xT1in). | EXTRASKEINS NEEDED 2xblane (whit) 2x16 | geen) 28605 ight pink) 20701 ake 2708 he (green) | This lesion wasstiched usingDMEC stranded ottonon 2B-counteverweaveovertwottveads ofthe abe CrossStitchGold| wwingatheredhow 45Postcard perfect | Sewer at work } “Tlove an English country garden scene and the addition of this Victorian lady, peacefully stitching away, adds extra charm.” Fiona Baker, Senior Technical Editor {46 CrossStitch Gold | werw-gathered howCE aM eee month with a subscription to one of our magazines i : BES) 5 = Smears f sons. fl uses ff soers sweaie meson mae Saaser as = om / j GREAT REASONS TO SUBSCRIBE Gift subscriptions from just £26.99! + Free delivery direct to your door + Fantastic Christmas savings - TSISSUESFORES4.99 J) TsISSUES FORE SAVESTS SAVESTS:Postcard perfect | Beach trip Beside the seaside Admire the fashionable beachwear of the 1920s and soak up the summer vibes with this vintage scene! Designed by Jenny Barton Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 14-count white aida in 34 shades of stranded cotton, Cross stitch isin two strands of thread and backstitch is. ‘worked in both one and two strands, Half ‘cross stitch in two strands is used for the sky. Thete are also French knots in two strands, and fractional stitches. This project is suitable for experienced stitches, How to stitch the design Find the centre of your fabric by folding it inal both ways. Find the centre of the chart and start here. Work the cross stitch using two strands of cotton, For every tiny symbol you see on the chart, work a fractional stitch. Work the half cross stitch in two strands of cotton, ‘Add the backstitch detail using one or two strands of cotton. Work the French knots in two strands of dark grey or mauve cotton. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Zwelgart 14-count white alda measuring 39x42cm (16«7ir) ‘Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 2 tapestry needle Extras _Frameand mountof your choice with 3 ‘minimum aperture of 235x27m (9¥X0Kin) {48 CrossSttchGold | wwwn.gathered howaus Trico ati) fC Pee ee aad oeres Prey sa ciPostcard perfect | Beach trip Saanaisnsl i = z = = 8 B 10) 20 30 ‘50 CrossSttchGold | wwww-gathered how TopeBeach trip | Postcard perfect PPesclcselceRiclcelclcefelefucictnclen icici icici iPtrPic ict sfetelefetebtolvtettatststa CrossStitchGold | wwwgathered.how $1 Toph2ST E E IETEIR Tere ene ete eRe ETE CBE ERR Postcard perfect | Beach trip ettomight scene “This nostalgic 25a ae eed oe ea sit ee sos 2eo would look great ina £ 4 a A Fs 5 co camper van or beach hut with some that could do © ig g g A E 2 it spot ng e walls. Ha rton the al favourite id you of long upin your min sunny day: Hannah Erskine tore ” s at the beach. }e, Charting Assistant teh Gold | ww-gathered howafOavanm seTuceve hss Designer secrets oon mepaiei tars Se pene ene e eo finished piece, block the cross ree Fashion fix ep tin Se eta Pe Beach trip | Postcard perfect Cae 2Crossstitehin two strands DMC | Anchor [Madeira A [bane | 2 | 2402 | white N_[_168 | 1096 [1708 | Wahe pewtergrey im [169 [1040 | 1707 _| pewtersrey a | 223 | 95 | 809 | pink w | 24 | 994 | 813 _| ightpink ~ | 225 | 2n_|_ai4 _| verylightpink m | 310 | 403 | 2400 | back z | 646 | aser | 1912 | ashorey = | 648 | 900_| tei | lightash grey & | 8 | 367_| 2013 | tan = [739 | 366 [2014 | cream F | 72 | 234 | 1008 | lightorey S| 33 | 0 | 910 | bue K [| es | 146 | 906 | darkblue = | 27 | 160 | 1013_| ightbiue wm | ex | 1050 [1913 | darkbeown @ | 240 | 1084 | 1912 _| brown % [| 842 | 1080_|1910_| Fahebrown S| 844 [ton | 1809__[ smote arey © | 932 | 1033 | 1710_| pevolblue + [950 | 4146_| 2309 | peach @ | som | 970 | 2612 | mawe | 3064 |_8a3_[ 2312 | beige a | 3363 | 262 | 1602 | green wm | a721 |_a96 | 810 _| verydarkpink w [a7 | 1027 | aia | darkpink 3743 | 869 | 26 _| light mauve © [3753 [128 [909 _| babyblue * | 3770 | 1009 [2314 _| apricot 3 [a7 |_78 | 306 | lghtpeach B | 3709 | 236 | 1713 | charcoalgrey Half cross stitch in two strands Vv [bine] 2 | 2402 | white & | 762 [234 [1004 | Wht orey P| s7 | 160 | 1013 | tgheblue © [3753 | 128 | 909 | baby bive Backstitchin one strand —T[ 307 [400 | ma [ory ez_| 936 | 231 _| brickred —— [ese [ 1050 [1913 | darkbrown —Tarar [296 [ato | very darkpink x Backstitch in two strands ‘blanc | 2 | 2402 | white French knots rands e [43 181 | darkarey © | 308 2612 | mauve ‘STITCH COUNT 130high x 150 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) =23:5x27em (@Yox103in) EXTRA SKEINS NEEDED 2xblane (white), 24738 tan), 12x739 (cream), 23753 baby blue) ‘This exon wassitched using IMC stranded cotton CrossStitchGold| www.gathered how $3Postcard perfect | Autumn walk The golden hues and softly crackling sound of autumn leaves brings magic to happy hearts everywhere d by Faye Whittaker Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 14-count white aida in 27 shades of cotton. The design uses whole stitches and half stitches worked in two strands of thread, plus backstitch in both one and two strands to outline the characters. You also work French knots in grey to add detail to the girl's boots. This design is suitable for intermediate sttc How to stitch the design Find the centre of your fabric by folding it Tn half horizontally and vertically. Follow the arrows on the chart to find its centre and start stitching here, working out p) Morkthe com stuh a te face using two strands of cotton ‘Add the backstitch in both one and strands of cotton, Four different shades are k the key carefully. Werke French kno strand of grey using one 55 Check over your finished stitching and Pa toa) prepare for framing. Denar Peta cet oy ee ete ig “s, that you have anice / Berrie) You will need Fabric Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 39x35cm (15x4in) Threads stranded cotton a ste in the key Needle Size 2 tapestry needle Extras Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 24:20cm (4473in) (ssStitchGold | »nwwgatheredhowPostcard perfect | Autumn walk 0 ” a 2» w w 20 so lott ‘56 CrossSttchGold | wwww-gathered howAutumn walk key Cross stitch in two strands DMC | Anchor [Madeira = [one] 2] 2402 | whe =] [2789 ime ren W [oe [373 1607__| tan | 391098 212 | dae x0 [ W_| 28 [red @ [351 10 214 | coral Qa | as4_| aim _| wha [ere [ae [2208 | sane = [err | 206 | 207 | ghtsan [72 [26 [309 [orange [71 |31| 300 | Tohtorange T5690 | 2206 | darksand [| 1 | 1010 | vey dative | 2s [e210] dakbive 26 [m6 | 906 | be [839 | 1050 | 1913 | brown | 350| 2146 [2300 | peach @ | soar [ant | 006 | darkmauve = [202 | eo | 262 [ mawe T [378 | 969_|_2611_| taht awe + [37m |_778 | 306 | ht peach Half cose stitchintwo strands © [1a | 9159 | ot | tahtbiue w | 164 [240 [1209] aren = | a4] 8m 2510 ‘| olive green x Backstitch none strand [25 | a5 | 203 [onger Taree [236173 Torey x Backstitchintwo strands —[ 30 | 10% | 22 [coed [7a a34 [808 Torey French knotsinonestrand © [3 | 236 | 78 Lowy STITCH COUNT 132 high x 109 wide DESIGN AREA 14HPI(28-count evenweave) = 24x20em (9%2x7%in) This design was stitched usingDMC stranded otton Autumn walk | Postcard perfect Stitch tip Sgr Peet rod rd stitch the boy and girl Sete tt Cot hias “Asa framed piece, this would be lovely placed in a room overlooking a garden, or make it up as a cushion to curl up withi Sarah Trevor, Editor your favourite comfy chair.” CrossStitchGold| www.gathered how $7Postcard perfect | Vintage car Take time out to stitch this scenic landscape complete with classic car - you'll relish the challenge ‘This design is worked on 28-count white ‘evernveave in 28 shades of cotton. Thi Uses cross sti hes and squashed fractional sit 1nds of thread. Youll also blend threads in three different colour ‘combinations. Backstitch adds definition in one strand of black or grey thread, This design is best suited to experienced stitchers. Find the centre of your fabric by folding it in half horizontally and vertically. Follow the arrows on the chart to find its centre and start stitching here, working outwards. Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric in two strands of cotton. For every tiny symbol you see, worka factional stitch or a squashed factional stitch. Where shown on the chart, work blended stitches (using one strand of each colour thread together) ‘Add the backstitch in one strand of black ‘or dark grey cotton, Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenveave measuring 46xdcm (18x16) Threads stranded cotton a ste inthe key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Fame nd mount of your choice with a minimum aperture of 3525am (120i 58 ClossStitchGold | wwaugathered how Sooty) PSC octet eereree is Perce ein nets BldPostcard perfect | Vintage car 660 CrossSttchGold | wew-gathered howVintage car | Postcard perfect Cross titchintwo strands DMC | Anchor [Madeira Bsz00| 1 | 2401 _| white 164 | 240 | 1209 | lghtoreen 310 | 403 | _2400_| black 317_| 400_|_1714_| darkorey 321_[ 9046 | 510 _| darkred 336 | 977_| 1004 _| darkblue 335 | 38 | 506 _| rosepink as3_| 357 | 2602 | davktan as_| 1046 | 2010 | tan a7 362 | 2012 _| lghttan 08 | 332 | 206 | orange 666 | 46 [710 [red 7 | 259 | “608 | erssoreen os | 14s | 1005 [nave | 127 | 1008 | dokravy be Pm 125 [146 [905 —[ marnebiue aed sss se0 2005 [brown Roe creer soy [50 [so8_[ pik Ree rears Se pos anf bata 373 | 299_| 105 [yeow 966 | 246 | “wo8 | dakoeen 988_[ 243 | 1402_| green 325 | 29 | 907 _| ble 3755 | 140_| 1013 _| ight blue > ]8 =/o]e fells] = |||] < || = ||| | || cela] | > Bansal 3774 | 778 306 | peach dguaaaa aaa sitchin one strand of each Epp eeren 35200] 1 | aor | white Ht ‘ x25 |_m9_| 907_| be 310 | 403. | 2400. | black 500 | 683_| 1705 | bottlegreen 318 | 399 | 1801] grey ais | 398 | 1202 | fightorey Backstitchin one strand 310 [403 | 2000 _| black aie | 399 | 1801 | orey ‘Wo highx 140 wide 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) = 31x255em (12%x10in). 2xB5200 white), 2164 (ight ‘green, 2x310 (black) 2x986 (dark green, 2x988 green) “This lesion wassiched using DMC stranded cotton on 2B-countevereaveovertwo threads ofthe abe CrossStitchGold | www.gathered how 61Postcard perfect | Vintage car How to stitch with blended threads This project uses the two-tone effect of blended stitches to add texture and movement. Begin by checking on the key for how many strands of each different coloured thread you will need for your special blended stitches. Next, thread your needle he different- coloured strands and stitch the cross stitches as normal. The blended stitch will have its own symbol on the chart - there will be a different symbol to indicate if you need to stitch a shade on its own, 62 CrossSttchGold | www.gathered howVintage car | Postcard perfect (atic ra nit) MCE ary oor on PUT ET) Woe od X Dr fractional t ‘www gathered.how “My dad is an avid classic car fan so I’m going to personalise the number plate with his name and give it to him as a birthday gift.” Hannah Erskine, Charting Assistant CrossstitchGold atheredhow 63Postcard perfect | Greek taverna Imagine dropping by the local taverna and tucking into a Greek salad in this sun-drenched scene This design is worked on 28-count crear ‘evenwveave over two threads ofthe fabric using 41 shades of cotton, The design uses cross stitch, and fractional stitches in two strands of thread, plus half cross stitch forthe background aso in two strands. To finish, you'll work backstitch in one strand of black cotton. We suagest this design is best suited to experienced stitchers. Find the centre of your fabric by folding it in half horizontally and vertically. Follow the arrows on the chart to find its centre and start stitching here, working outwards. Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric in two strands of cotton. For every tiny symbol you see, work a fractional stitch, Work the half cross stitch in two strands. Three different shades are used so check the key carefully, Add the backstitch in one strand of black cotton. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Ziveigart 28-count cream everweave (6270/264) measuring 42x52cm (7x2tin) Threads stranded cotton a ste inthe key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice with a minimum aperture of 273865cm (1036144in) 64 CrossSttchGold | weww-gathered howStitch tip fermsrrie cid West eet itd Pekka ero ees Wet ha)Postcard perfect | Greek taverna ra Saab See so “0 30 Tope 66 CrossSttchGold | wwww-gathered howGreek taverna | Postcard perfect eae CrossStitchGold| www.gathered how 67Postcard perfect | Greek taverna atom ioe lH orommidee Sriram yy pene ties een Re etd a thread organiser before you begin teh Gold | ww-gathered howGreek taverna | Postcard perfect 0 80 %0 100 es How to approach a large design At first glance, this scene may look quite daunting if you havent tackled such a large design before, but it's probably more manageable than you think. A considerable portion of the background is worked in half cross stitch to give a sense of perspective, so youll find that these areas will grow quickly. So, although the design is large, don't let that put you off - it may Torah take some time to complete, but the result is worth it CrossstitchGold| wwiu.gathered how 69Postcard perfect | Greek taverna 2% Cross sitchin two strands DMC | Anchor [Made 3031 | 360 | 2003 | darkbrown 3045 | 888 | 2103__| darkstraw 3006 | 887 | 2206 | straw 7% | bane | 2 | 2402 | white w | 39 | 22 | 1313 _| darkgreen Tm | 30 | 215 | 130 _| green I | 336 | 149 [1007 | darknavy e@ | 340 | va | oo | purple = a | 32) 9 | 303_| coral 3|_402_| toa | 2307 | light ginger NW [407 | 914 | 2312 _| terracotta wm | 60s | 55 | 505 | pink © | 605 | 1084 | 613 _| lightpink SN [es [73 [ian _| darkarey x | 646 | asar_| 192 | oy [ee [900 [1814 | ight grey S[e7 | #86 | 2207 | sand @ [ms | 302 | 13 _| darkyellow 7aa_|_301_| 112 _| yelow 746_|_275_| _2511_| lightyelow Mm | 203 [148 [1006 [navy | 83 | 140 | 910 _| lghtblue [av | 13 | 210 | darkred WS | 6 | 146 | 906 | bue B | 244 | vost | 1809 | smoke grey | 950 | 4146 | 2314 | ightpeach | 989 | 201 | 1401_| forest green * + [3072 [847 _ [1805 | veryightarey S| 3346 | 267 | 1407 | arassreen =| a3a8 | 264 | 1409 | lghtorass green w | 2607 | a7 | 708 | plum » [am | 968 | 2605 | peach * [3776 | 1048 | 2306 | ginger w_| 3856 | 368 | 2309_| apricot [3862 | 3m | 1913 | brown | 3863 | 379 | 1912 | lightbrown Half cross stitch in two strands = [739 | 366 | 204 | cream 7 | a7 | 809 | 1911_| Rmochabrown = | 2790 | 393 | 1905 | mochabrown %Backstitchin one strand 310] 403 2400_| back STITCH COUNT 150high x 200 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI(28-count evenweave) = 27436 Sam (10%x14in) EXTRA SKEINS NEEDED 2x739 cream) “This design wasstiched using DMC stranded cotton on 2B-count evrwvenve overtwo treads ofthefabrc 70 CrossStitch Gold | www gathered how’ Snapshots e e In time Journey back to the roaring 20s, a feel-good post war party and Japan's feudal period... CrossStitchGold | wwwgatheredhow 71.Snapshots in time | VE Day V for victory Commemorate VE Day with this glorious celebration of the end of World War II Designed by Le Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 28-count everweave in 30 shades of stranded cotton, The design uses cross stitch, fractionals and haf cross stitch in two strands ‘of thread. Backsttch is worked in one strand of thread in three different colours and French knots ‘are worked in one strand in four hues. This design is best suited to experienced cross sttchers. How to stitch the design 1 Find the centre of your fabric by folding it in half horizontally and vertically. Follow the arrows on the chart to find its centre and start stitching here, working outwards. \Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric in two strands of cotton. For every tiny symbol you see, work a fractional stitch. Work the half cross stitch in two strands of pewter grey cotton, ‘Add the backstitch in one strand of cotton. Three different shades are used. 5 Work the French knots in one strand of, cotton. Four different shades are used. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing, You will need Fabric Fabric Flale28-count Cloud Summer Sky levenwweave measuring 45x45cm (18x18in) from wwwisenitallicom Threads Stranded cotton a lstedin the key Needle Size 2 tapestry needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice witha ‘minimum aperture of 29x30 (1x14) 72 CiossStitchGold | wwnw-gathered how Scan me Use yoursmant device toscanthisOReodeto ‘see our handy video guide t working French tnotsat wunw.gathered how Stitch tip DNs ot) Peds ed cd Cee eg cy Peeing te eae) PeersSnapshots in time | VE Tope ‘7A CrossSttchGold | wwww.gathered how20 30 40 50 E Day | Snapshots in time oo 10 80 Bethsteail CrossStitchGold| www.gathered how 75Snapshots in time | VE Day 40 so 0 so 76.CrossSttchGold | wwvw.gathered howVE Day | Snapshots in time Ho o work French kts French knots appear as dots on your chart. fo work a French knot, oes a ewe strats brring the needle up through the fabric, hold the thread down with SRE aeskor Vaeetee your left hand and wind the thread round the needle twice. Still a holding the thread taut, take the needle down close by ~ one thread sep apw[ or[pem ay (or part of a block away. Pull oe ee through until a neat knot is Seger formed. Be gentle when youre 32 | 99 | 1005 _| dork bine pulling the thread through as 24 [77 (1004 LE you could tighten it too much 336 | 49 [1007 | navyblue and lose the knotted effect. 3a7_| 1025 [407 [ted Try stitching using more strands 30 [| 23 [coral together in the needle for ~400_|351_| 2305 | darkginger a fatter result if your French 43 [| 236 [173 | oy @77 | e965 | 2207 [sand 738367 [2083 [ream 79_[_ 3662014] ight 756 [968 [2313 | peach 760_[ o22_| 05 | pink 7ei_[ tant [404 | thei a29 [906 | 2113 | antique ood ai |_277_| 220 | darko ez [907 | 2509] era ae |e | 2510 | ighehhand 269-[ 375] 2105 brown 268 | _360_| 2006 _| chesnut brown 930 | 1035 |_17i2_| derkdetebive sa] 10a | Wn | dete 332 | 1033 | 1710_| ight deltbive 350 |_a1as_| 2309 | ht peach 376 | 1001 | 2010 | copper 37s [aa] 909 | baby bie 322 [373 [2103 | ght brown 3865 | 2 [2408 maura whine crosstitch intwo strands 169 | 1080 | Wor | pewerarey 2 acksttchin one strand | knot is too small. you struggle with French knots then try Using seed beads instead. “Every time I look at this piece, I find new details to wow over -like the beautiful shading of the clothes or the subtle grey half cross stitch shadows. All these details make it feel like I’m really apart of the celebrations.” Sarah Trevor, Editor 8] >|=|-|@|- [=a /|a=|>[#|4I4)= [0] < ||| | |] st) > 30 | 1 | 23 | con | ‘asa | 360 | 2006 | brown | 3e6s [2 | 2403 | naturalwhite French knotsin one strand i 30 | 1 | 23 | coral 334_| 84 | _2510_| lighthhaki © | 976 | 1001 | 2010__| copper To [3865 [2 [2408 [natural white ‘STITCH COUNT 158 high x 165 wide ESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenwveave) i 28.5x30m (11%x1134in) EXTRA SKEINS NEEDED 2x898 (chestnut brown), 2x3865 (natural white) is design wasstitched usingDMC stranded ottonon 2B-counteverwvenve overtwo treads of thefabic CrossStitchGold| www.gathered how 77Snapshots in time | Summer beauty KO Hollywood glamour your needle with this summery portrait featuring a 1950s lady Stitch tip Make sure all the half stitches in this design eee ae Peo ncag Ce Mari Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 28-count white ‘evenweave in 35 shades of stranded cotton and one shade of metallic thread. Cross stitch and half cross stitch are worked in two strands of cotton or metallic. The backstitch detail is in one strand, using both cotton and metallic thread. This detailed design also features fractional stitches and is best suited to experienced stitchers. How to stitch the desigi (ee ‘of your fabric by folding it in half horizontally and vertically. Find the centre of the chart and start stitching here, working outwards, Work the cross stitch over two threads of the fabric using two strands of cotton or metallic thread. For every tiny symbol you see on the chart, work a fractional stitch, Q Work the half cross stitch in two strands D of cotton, Work the backstitch in one strand of cotton or metalic thread. Check over your finished stitching and prepare for framing. You will need Fabric Zwelgart 28-count white eveniveave ‘measuring 42x39cm (T7x15in) Threads Stranded cotton and metalic thread as listed inthe key Needle Size 2 tapestry needle Extras Frameand mount of your choice with a ‘minimum aperture of27423.5em (ION) 78.CrossSttchGold | wwww-gathered how