PATTERNS TOSTARTPlatinum Trusted Service Award kkkkk 2020 feefo*? makers noun (may-kers) f You're the believers in the magic of making, the kind hearts of craft when the world needs it most. You are the stitchers, the makers, the dreamers.Welcome ven if you can’t be outside to enjoy the sunny Cree ths mons projets sha et the scene so that you can be surrounded by surnmer in your homes at all times! The tropical toucan by Kay Widdowson (10) will transport you to a jungle paradise, head to the beach with Jenny Barton’s summery alphabet set (p29) and make Durene Jones’ vibrant roll-up placemats for indoor picnics or to use in the garden (p78). \.am in awe of Maria Diaz’s elegant geisha gazing across the breathtaking landscape on page 38. There are so many wonderful details for you to enjoy from the gold rmetallcs highlighting the intricate pattern of the kimono to the beads in the geisha’s hair pin! Look out for Maria's, complementary design in our next issue 296 (August 2020) featuring the geisha’s samurai warrior. During these turbulent times, Diane Machin's bright positive affirmation hanging (p70) will be a mindful reminder for us all to embrace every moment. Please keep stitching and sharing your makes and stories by emailing theworldofxstitching@ immediate co.uk Meet some of owt designers. 20 laNHALLOWS: SSUSANBATES av wippowson Celebrate the aval of —Headtothesties wth Kay vy ucan will new baby with lan’s—Susan'scolecionof add aspasho! colour Bderablebear(968).. 43 fantastcatome —_—toyaurhome (p10) Usethe backsiteh ABC matis(p47) feausing You" ovestiching the topersonase withthe spaceships, loons want esi plants baby'sname date of tes, rods, gies, bith and weight. heleopers and more and creating the tocure on the is plumage wwew.gathered howhvoxs Editor's Letter Your chance to win! ‘See page 77 to enter our competitions & be lucky TheWorldofCrose Stitching 3In Your Issue Content Ss We bring you all the best projects, advice, news and offers for the month ahead! e6w3rrrrrrre YOUR FAB | 3 GIFT! Youll love to stitch this prety vintage style summer garden scene by the talented illustrator, Siobhan Harrison at Api Rose. 10 IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THIS TROPICAL SCENE $ | | 10 Colourful toucan ‘Add a vibrant splash of colour Traditional sampler Stitch Hampton Court Palace Sweet pea case Easy-to-make glasses storage Summer ABC Personalise your beach accessories Gazing geisha “a * Enjoy stitching delicate details 5 6 ENJOY SIX COLOURFUL Airborne Design Library Find all things that fly in the sky! CARNIVALSTYLE CARDS een The World of Cross Stitching (ISSN 1460- eae Six designs to get the party started 1970) (USPS 015-630) s published 13 times | Bear birth sampler ‘ayear (monthly, with a Christmas issue in! Wiekomea newbaby nt the eerie es i, Subscribe to the magazine today and world with this sweet teddy scene St 4ST, UK. i coe eines snes0% fhe shoppe! PH ist_—_70 Positive hanging Badin ne ts ete ope £38.94 ny 13 eles a) ‘You'll love this mindful sentiment ‘CT 06484. Periodicals postage paid at Sue oot Revs epee ecco 78 Picnic placemats Sten Tard sora ating ee, | Destiganatmaiormtstciemes Make aset of exotic floral rollup Werdof Cos sng, 08 3725, cnn — Plaeematss0 you can dine alfresco Sane 1A 5037-0198 4 TheWorldofCrose Stitching wownn.gathered howhworsIn Your Issue CREATE A TRADITIONAL JAPANESE LANDSCAPE 3 18 CELEBRATE NEEDLEWORK . OF A BYGONE ERA UN “ce Say hello to this month's pane Collect a chart from Lucie Heaton Stitchy gossip & photos from you Our pros solve your queries Chaconne sovogsoter 2477 DESIGN UBRARY 3 The latest products, kts & offers | Kuch more than a magazine We chat to designer Diane machin JX PPS TO GO! ‘about how being creative can STITCH AN ADORABLE fa Ip with our mental wellbeing Here at The World of Cross Stitching, r NEW BABY SAMPLER we're proud to be online! Download our 4 Complete your mag collection apps tthe Apple newsstand, Googe Pay, Zinio and Amazon for Kindle Fite. kits & vouchers up for grabs Crossword and Sudoku puzzles What's coming up in issue 2967 Beginners start here Suppliers of everything in the mag The Worldof Croce Stitching 5Reader Panel Meet our guests Be | the Peal 4 | Geta sneak preview Ibid dae eid oars Get to know this month's reader panel, and look out for their favourite projects throughout the issue When did you start stitching? Learned to cross stitch as a child when I was at school. My mum still Uses the pincushion | made for her when | was nine years old. What are you working on? ‘A huge magnolia that my daughter bought me. It's so big I'm having to stitch it sideways on the frame and have to keep reminding myself which way the stitches i Fave WOXS design? ‘Hill Top Farm’ by Michael Powell in the January 2020 issue (289) was very tempting. I currently have a WIP of his "Secret Gardens’ design which | intend to finish next summer. What do you love and enjoy the most about cross stitch? Cross stitching brings me inner peace, it always has and always will | get so excited when I start anew creation and can't wait to settle down and spend time stitching To be on the panel, ems |__agift worth at least £301 6 TheWorldofCrossStitching heworldofxstitching@ immediate.co.uk ~tell us your name, where you're from and include a good-quality photo of yourself. Every panellist gets a preview of the magazine and Charlie Rose fox soghem What are you stitching? ''m currently working on some squares for Love Quilts UK who I love to stitch for, especially after my son received one of their quilts WOXS project you love? It would have to be the Tatty Teddy with the three hearts from issue 290 (Feb 2020), He has to be stitched as he's just oh-so-cute! What has been your favourite cross stitch project? ‘My wife is a big dragon fan and | stitched her the Janlynn ‘Mythical Dragon’ kit. It took me a while, but ‘now it is framed on the wall to go with her dragon ornaments. Best compliment you've had? From my late nana when I stitched her cone of the ladies from John Clayton's ‘Elegance’ collection, She was all in tears (happy ones though) Jennifer Cunliffe Project you're most proud of? For my sister's wedding | stitched Faby Reilly's beautiful sampler which had featured in issue 277 of WOXS (Feb 2019). This was my fist project on evenweave and I'm now a convert! Favourite cross stitch designer Faby Reilly, she's really helped me progress my stitching and her designs are so elegant and timeless, Fave recent WOXS design? Iove the ‘Grazing Sheep’ from issue 292 (April 2020). | adore the bright colours and playful nature of this piece. It look lovely in the kitchen, Is there anything that drives you mad about cross stitching? it's more what drives my partner mad — he can’t stand all the loose threads that seem to get everywhere, mainly his socks! We found some in bed ‘one morning and I don't stitch in cour bedroom! “THANKS! Theno's rmeeseadh get ature cf ead odes Mata Thirds brie ss, ig bie, oop itd ats, Mon head ‘rd a Mess clued wwnn gathered how'woxsCollectable Chart ee PU CCE ®: Cross stitch in two strands DMC | Anchor [Madeira A [blanc [2 | 2402 | white’ = | 210 [108 [802 iiac a | 60a [55 | 614 | pink = [727 [233 [12 | yelow w_| 754 [ror [305 [peach | a2 | 390 | 1908 | pear ~ [948 | 992_| 306 _| light peach ce eo ls | 236 [73 Torey 2 Backstitch in one strand [379] 236 [1713 [ory STITCH COUNT 40 high x34 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI(28-count evenweave) ~ 75x6cm Q¥x2Vsin) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton Missed a chart? ISSUE 294 $ Stitch Monty practising his keepy-uppy skils for foote- @ mad boys and gis. 5 ISSUE 293 : Make way for Her Royal Highness, Princess Lizie of Furry Tales, in her ballgown. ISSUE 292 Here comes hardworking ‘Monty with a lawnmower, ready to tackle the garden. Forback sues, all = 03330 162 139, ‘rv itp NWR www gathered how/woxs Flossie Mouse is wearing her favourite fancy dress outfit - she's a magical ‘unicorn! stitch this sweet design of Flossie in her stripy dress, flower crown and spiral hom for a little one who loves unicorns, as much as Flossie! ‘TheWorldofCrossStitching 7Se eee OMe PLUS FREE UK DELIVERY ON EACH ISSUE* PETER 'X RABBIT Ser) Make stunning nostalgic cards for friends and family with our bumper kit of cardmaking goodies and beautiful magazine, featuring the iconic artwork of Peter Rabbit”. In each magazine you will get gifts worth \ over £28 including papers, toppers, stamps, foam pads, cards & envelopes. 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Find a sunny spot to sit in and enjoy stitching this sweet scene complete with idyllic garden shed, chirping birds and colourful blooms Seth. APRILROSE corer ecg a % Stitching Time ) Approx. 15 hours |x Type of Stitches Cross stitch, half cross stitch, err aabaired backstitch, French knots Career % Ease of Stitching oectth Intermediate rons eer Shopping list 66 loved putting my signature vintage twist on this garden scene. | hope you all enjoy stitching the delicate details as much as | ‘enjoyed creating them. Be sure to find a quiet spot in your garden while you stitch it! 99 worn gathered how/woxs ‘TheWorldofCrosa Stitching 9ESE colourful Toucan Grab your shades achilleddrink and prepare to get tropical with this perfect summer project SDS $ Y pec (itt _ wy sz. é y » ) wee bore Ty ee — 10 The Worldof CrossSttching wownn.gathered howhworsColourful Toucan Sees DESIGNED BY KAY WIDDOWSON ——__—_ Welcome to paradise With a burst of vibrant colours to brighten up your day, this lively toucan brings the rainforest to you ig out your bold threads and D get ready to stitch this vibrant backdrop of exotic plants and flowers. Nestled among the colourful jungle leaves lives a happy toucan, with his characteristic curved beak and sleek, black feathers. With a playful lin in his eye, this bird is ready to get this summer party started! Chock-full of fascinating features, this fun style has plenty of backstitch in one and two strands to draw the eye to the intricate shapes and pattems of the surrounding foliage, as well as drawing attention to the toucan’s detailed body plumage. All this texture adds an extra dimension to the piece and really takes this, project to the next level Facthes © Stitching Time Approx. 40 hours & Type of Stitches Cross stitch, fractionals, ; backstitch, French knots Great posse ® Ease of Stitching } Intermediate ; You'l find pops of colour throughout in the form of French knots. Persevere if you find them tricky to start with, we promise it's worth the practice to master this beautiful technique. There's a fair amount of Unique stitches used to make this bird shine, but toucan do itt > Meet the desig nev 6 All my work is inspired by nature and | love drawing birds and plants in a decorative way. | added fancy flowers and leaves to draw the eye, and the black and white body of the toucan makes all the colours stand out. °° www gathered how/woxs ‘The Warldof CrossStitching 11Colourful Toucan so 4a Ft ‘0 eae Ap neietp leech 2 i iy a «0 so Clout Tou chart et 12 TheWorldof CrossSttching wownn.gathered howhworsColourful Toucan Sees Coe o teen a ‘Cross stitch in two strands DMC [Anchor [Madeira Bane[ 2 | 2402 [white 17 [295 [109 | mustardyelow 307 | 260 | 104 | yelow 310 | 403] 2400_| black 317 | 400_[ 1714] arey 351 [10 [214 _| coral 33 | 98 | 712 | tht pape 740_[_316_[_204 [orange Tai_[_304 | 202 [ight orange 762_| 234 | 1804 | ght rey Ta _| 912 | deftbbe 905 | 257_| 1412_| dark green 207 |_255_[ 1308 | font oreen Jennifer 995 | 410 | 1102 | ble READER PANEL 996 | 433_[_1103_| ight blue ‘30a2 | 903 | 2002 | darkbage B41 | 328 | 403_| peach 3350 | 42_| 603_| darkpink 3733. | 75 _| 605_| pink ‘avez | 299 | 1911] bage 3799 | 236 | 1713 _| darkory a) % ||) | | Ya | = |e) ||) Ot) > © | 3846) 1090 | 105 | turquoise oThis toucan is = Backstitch in one strand, gorgeous! | love the — playfulness on the 310 [ 403 | 2400 | back [ater a8 [1006 [53 [red bright, ively colours —Ts7 [162 | 1107_| seabiue would love to put —T]s50 | 102_| 714 purple thin our study = 7 to freshen up the ea light rey RSW Ta = gorgeous array of —|_307_| 289 | 104 | yelow colours it would be a aio [4032400 _[ black lovely statement and 740 | 316 | 204 orange outta) (ook at when youre [soe [256 [ais [very darcareen pe — T3846 | 1090 | 1105 | turquoise working hard, 99 “French knots in one strand, = . bane] 2 | 2402_| white e_| 307 [289 [104 | yelow @ [310 [403 [2400 [back © | 438 [1006 | 513_| red © | 906 [256 | 1410_[ oreen STITCH COUNT 112 high x 117 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI 28-count evenweave) — 20.5120cm ®in) TOP TIp Luce fe ae ead This design was sched using DMC standed cotton a oul ovan aright) www gathered how/woxs ‘TheWorldofCrossStitching 13,Over to You We love to see what you've been stitching and hear your news, so send in your photos, letters and tips today! FLUTTERING BEAUTIES wanted to share my butterfly quilt with you. | ust loved the butterflies found in The World of Cross Stitching issues 253 (April 2017), 254 (May 2017) and 255 (une 2017). | cross. stitched the ‘Fluttering Beauties’ and asked my daughter Valerie to design and piece the quit. t was then machine quilted by Joyce Barkley. Valerie found the perfect fabric to complement my butterflies, We called the quilt ‘Wish Upon A, Butterfly’ It was a great mother/daughter project and it was recently displayed in a quit show, where it won second place. Ethel Howlett, Alberta, Canada ee = ga oS ee fel) Ethel and her daughter made this showstopper of quit! fear Hannah, I thought you would like to see ‘ny interpretation of ‘Summer Rose’ by Shannon Wasileff. stitched it almost immediately but waited until August to make my mother-in-law’s 90% birthday card. She loved it. Christine Rembo, Hove ‘histine mode this pei ard for her motherindawsbirtaay Win! By Our Star Letter writer wins a curated selection of fabulous 2weigart fabrics from Lakeside Needlecraft. Each piece of 14-count aida is sized at 80x55em (19%e21%in) and wil come ina range of colours Vist www. acaiaes lakesideneedecraft.co.uk formore detail —— Letters, The World of Cross Stitching, Immediate Media Co, Eagle House, Colston Ave, Bristol BSt 4ST 14 TheWorldof CrossSttching wownn.gathered howhworsNewbie nuptial endeavour ‘ve always admired cross stitch projects that my Pieces and sister-in-law have completed, and always secretly wished to get stitching. | finally dived in and bought a ‘Christmas Welcome’ kit. ‘The day it arrived, my soon to-be son-in-law asked ‘my permission to marry ry daughter, so thoughts changed to a wedaing-themed project. fellin love with an Olympus kit and completed it ready forthe big day! | will admit, I did wonder what I'd let myself in for, but that first central stitch through to framing was a joy. I didn't realise stitching could be so relaxing, especially after a hard day of engineering! lam pleased to let you know, it went down a storm with the happy couple, and ‘my mother made the point of informing me how neat my needlework was! What a proud dad | am! And now, Im looking for a butterfly-themed project to keep the buzz going, (Think | may need to crack on with that Christmas project first) Neil Newman, Balderton fantastic project to start with Your daughter and son-in-law l Spiting image Tie stiehedbunny is lookalike for Tas pet Over to You fs 6d Newbie endeavour Nei’ fist stitching project asa perfect wedang git WINNING WEDDING TT bs is2 photo ofa Foreser Friends it jst competed for my daughter's wedding with days to spare. | love cross stitch but the backstitch on all the confetti was quite difficult. The theme of the wedding is the Olympics, so | added the Olympic rings. | also made thema ring cushion and stitched it with the names, date of wedding and the (Olympic rings. | used ribbon around the edge to match the bridesmaids’ dresses. | realy enjoyed making it Angela Turner, Kent Emily: This is a wonderful set of personal and unique designs, Angela! | bet your daughter was very pleased! i. Ea Roarvome stitches Heather ound the perfect ‘ABC designs for her nephew in Ultimate Cross Stitch Toye swans ROARSOME oye iene | | STITCHES daughter's hen I saw these ‘wedding theme designs in Ultimate Cros stch Ts, ine er erent othe PAE Ceara Spitting image _ tnetrnetimay ion TisTae Sse wentme Eq esi init the exow coss fae errare wh itcedbumy byWrendsle Desgre’_unicoms. sor hveto iknew nado getngassoon ssisow"”—_lkfor the pat Ninyourmogasneast'eotsatikemy | Heather Lamphers bin Donic tabi? Ahh Fam ov hoping to ge the Grow you Fe ay | Hanks Younes snd vegeabes a Dsreisso gee | Ftd! Kewiededapcurectbor eeu — oem imamner ou Compare. Tats fora avey magazine eee ee ina Raa, Newport oI Soe Tianaeenbiys ahentaaty 367 ey 2020 wich team teames nocatenes wil be potato Knyaed bore Trai fm cco aby fan ee of Wrendale Designs - they capture buysubscriptions.com EMAIL US AT: theworldofsstitching@immediate.co.uk join our Facebook group: The World of Cross Stitching www gathered how/woxs ‘TheWorldof Cross Stitching 15Over to You The tree of life reetings from Columbia, Maryland, USA. Over 3 year ago you responded to {an enquiry sent to Hannah regarding a cross stitch chart | admired (Celtic cross stitching patterns). You were kind enough to send the information | needed and you asked to see a photo should I successfully complete the project had in mind. | did indeed have great success with this project, and here is the photographic proof! This lovely tree was great fun to stitch and my daughter (the recipient) and | think it turned out very well, Many thanks again for your help! Andrea Cochran, via email Hannah: !'m so pleased to hhear that we were able to help you with your project, Andrea! And I'm glad you enjoyed stitching this design, really like how you've used simple backstitch to personalise it Thanks for sharing your finshed stitching with us ~ it’s truly beautifull This Tree of Life’ motif ‘appeared in the Design Library colection of Celtic motifs designed by Rhona Norrie in ‘issue 227 (April 2015). 2 Thetree oflife We helped Andrea to track down this Cec design To the zoo & ue easaesanmoroannt | | Sm ae pene enone nephew's nursery wall. Was a bit of a pain to & frome Dt am aly posed veh theres ; a a ol. hope he loves it as much as | do. _ RD ‘eather made this fab ne peetnaas eset Edi the slghelmerhig pas ae wes comabin ossteh evvedoreafaranciobefsiehng P+ sb a] tantote Mispigebtibotenayen Finished! ere wo pees fom ceunee Sac te Soc sera razon, Sneden ant Tench beeen pede ore affirmation BLivelong’ prosper? Congdon, Serrimode the periect both from ait forber startepals © 20"? om (May 2019). LIVE LONG & PROSPER Fated completed this cross stitch for my wonderful friend and ites cations her husband for their wedding day. | had the pattern Jp fom wwaxs ‘custom designed for them. | know the bride loves Star Trek ‘and has got her husband into watching it too, So, | found ‘out their favourite series and had the bride and groom outfit, made ike the captain's outfits. Star Trek: Voyager for the bride and Star Trek: Discovery for the groom. Even framed it ‘myself —not the best job, but happy did it. Kerri Sherriff, via emai Ima Star Trek fan so Ican really appreciate the time and effort you took to create a design that would perfectly suit your friends. This is such a special wedding gift and | bet your friends were so impressed when they received it! Each month we randomly select SubsStarrs scree ‘This month's winners are: > Tammie Scot, Cwmbran » Gail Goodwin, Hull » Diane Osgothorpe, Bamsley Prizes every month! ‘Thsissue's Subs Stars wil each be receiving this adorable ‘Serephina MouseKit. Tobe nwitha chance of wining next month alyou have to dis subscrbetothe magazine! Turtopage 44 tosee ou ltestoffr. WRITE TO US AT: Letters, the World of Cross Stitching immediate Media o, Eagle House, Colston Ave Bristol BS1 AST 16 TheWorldof CrossSttching wownn.gathered howhworsOver to You Light up the skies loved the lighthouse with the lovely fabric Helene Olierhoek, via email Tina: pe = ‘Jennifer founda great way to ep tock fhe favourite projects SUPER-ORGANISED STITCHING SKILLS just can't bring myself to discard old 253, 264 and 269 for most of my October Copies of my favourite magazine because 2019 stitching collection as shown in the "you never know when you might just want photo. This was the first time also that | had ‘to dip into them in the future”. I've buitup used buttons as an embellishment. an Exc! fe continuously from ssue 186 Jennifer Chew, Lancashire with the Design Library subject, ABC topic, Engen Furry Tales and Wishes Granted designs, Welove the peal together with who Fe used each for. Then favicused tis design others, I've noted who they would be particularly suitable for in a different colour. So, | had no problem in finding issues 172, SEND US YOUR NEWS Don't forget to send all your letters and photos into us! Gifted stitcher | am new to crs stitching, having been | introduced to it asa form of therapy when q recovering after along illness, and recently subscribed to your magazine. | was delighted to receive my first copy issue 284 (September 2019), containing the very pretty floral wreaths ‘hart gift. | completed November's ‘Chinese Lanterns’ and even managed to make issue 283's sunflowers needle book kit. look forward to trying larger projects Using the frame I received for subscribing. Many thanks from avery happy stitcher! Helen McVicar-Franks, Ema us at theworldofstitchings immediate.co.k or wite te: The World of ross Stitching, Immediate Media Co, Eagle House, Colston Avenue, Bristol Bst ast Getin ouch on Facebook, oo! Tras 5H a Sue: Each etter printed ony in The Wav of Cross Sitchin ad nin any Gifted sich 4 cher ros stiching Helen has enjoyed schng the its Imagaines wil win ‘hatcome with each sue, nung 2 craty tery pre! these gis rom sues 283 and 284 for stockists see page 90 EMAIL US AT: theworldofastitching@immediate.co.uk or join our Facebook group: The World of Cross Stitching www gathered how/woxs ‘The WorldofCross Stitching 17Traditional Sampler DESIGNED BY JENNY VAN DE WIELE Celebrate the needlewomen of old with this traditional sampler design based on the iconic Hampton Court Palace ven in cross stitch form, there is no mistaking the distinctive the red facade of Hampton Court Facthex Palace. Bult in 1515, the building was Stitching Time adopted by Henry Vilas his royal ‘Approx. 48 hours pleasure palace in 1529. Even in those Type of Stitches early days, the palace would have Cross stitch, fractionals, been no stranger to needlework, with backstitch Ease of Stitching walls adorned with rich tapestries ‘Advanced Begerer and its Tudor residents’ attire highly decorated in blackwork embroidery. Serving women of the era would this traditional sampler design have worked traditional samplers to This project has a similar style to show off their skis, too. Today, the the ‘Art Deco House Sampler’ that palace is home to the Royal School__Jenny designed for WOXS issue of Needlework, where fans of needle 289 Jan 2020). Why not stitch the and thread can refine their craft. two to display as a pair, and flex Jenny has celebrated the palace’s your stitching prowess just lke the association with needlework in needlewomen of yesteryear? Jenny Van De Wiel Creating ornate alphabets for traditional samplers is very satisfying, but | think they are at their best when balanced by a large motif. Hampton Court Palace is both a beautiful and fitting theme for this. 18 The Worldof CrossSttching wownn.gathered howhworsTraditional Sampler ‘ler sample atop et 20 The Worldof Cross Stitching wownn.gathered howhworsTraditional Sampler Bh “ % Blot oh tat oo a if "oatona Sane char top ih) www gathered how/woxs ‘TheWorldofCrossStitching 24Traditional Sampler so ‘ail aplenty ‘Tair ample (baton ght) ove stitching traditional samplers and you don't get more traditional than the spectacular home of Henry Vill and his wives CF can't wait to make this into a bolster for a 'S traditional old chesterfield sofa, 22 The WorldofCrose Stitching www gathered howlwoxsCross stitch in two strands ‘DMC [Anchor [Madeira 349 | 1098 | 212 [wed 351 | 10 | 214 | cal a4 | 230] 1814 | ey 729 [| 890 | 2209 | sand zor | 359] 2007 | brown 33 | 945 | 2203 | olvegreen 84 | 3I1_| copper 386 [246 | 1404 | dark green ||| | | >| 9a3_[ 243 | 1402_| green yl 23_|_tan_| dar grey 3610 | 168 | 1108 _| tuquose. 3822 | 295 | 2511_| yelow To48_| 2306 | ginger 3830 | 5975 | _401_| teracotta 3863 | 379 | 1912 | bege 3865 2 | 2403 | natualwhite ckstitch in one strand & > |= /afin le & a4 | 830 | 18 low or | 359] 2007_| brown 33 | 945 | 2203_| olvegreen —fas6s [2 | 2403 | natural white 159 high x 159 wide 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) ~ 29x29em (IYax11Vn) 2x64 (ory), 2833 (lve green) Julleanne Charles This design was sched using DMC stranded cotton In the winter, they have an open-air ice rink set up in front of, Hampton Court Palace. I'd love to vst then to skate with such an iconic backdrop. Zweigart* 14-count mst blue (594) ada measuring 48%48am (18¥x1 Min) Stranded cotton as listed inthe key Size 24 tapesty neede Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 33133em (13x3in) Thread & fabric cost Approximately £26 “For stocists see page 90 www gathered how/woxs Traditional Sampler ‘When you've put in a lot of time and effort into creating a beautiful stitched piece, you want to make sure you look after itso that it'l stay in good condition and can be admired for years to come. Here are some handy hints on how to conserve your stitching so that it can be enjoyed by future generations, to help them look their best. Natural oils from your hands, and everyday grime, can discolour fabric. To brighten up your stitching, soak it in a bow of warm water with some mild detergent. Rinse in cold water and lay flat on a clean towel to dry naturally, Finish by ironing your stitching face down on a towel. stitching, and for a top professional finish, take your project to the framers. Or, if you're into your DIY, you can frame it yourself at home. Be sure to use an acid-free mountboard to prevent foxing — the mottle of fabric caused by acid. Another top tip is to use UV filter glass to lessen the effects of sunlight, which can bleach the colours of the fabric and threads. display your work carefully. Keep your stitching out of direct sunlight, away from heat and places of high humidity, such as a bathroom or a conservatory. ‘TheWorldof Cross Stitching 23B:cawes PRACTICAL. yu.gathered howhwoxsSweet Pea Case eal DESIGNED BY AMANDA GREGORY Haute horticulture Store your spectacles in this easy-to-make classic case with a fresh floral flourish ictorians loved sweet peas for smelling scent. Jump to today and they’te still s popular as ever! An embodiment of elegance and grace, a gift of these delightful, fragrant flowers are sure to please We've worked our design on cream-coloured linen to give this project a classic charm. The delicate florals cascade across the fabric in an uplifting palette of lilac and pastel pinks, covering both the front and back of the case. You'l aso use backstitch in four different colours to pick out the large frilly florets and trailing tends. f you're short on time, you can leave off the backstitch for a soft, romantic effect instead. M Facthex | %® Stitching Time Approx. 15 hours x Type of Stitches Cross stitch, backstitch ) x Ease of Stitching intermediate Fractional free! Turn over to page 26 and we'll show you how easy itis to make your ‘own custom case to keep your glasses safe. We think this climbing sweet pea design would also look brillant as a bookmark — just back your stitching with paper and attach to some coloured cardstock, and then admire your beautiful creation, > et the desig nev 6 1.am forever losing my glasses so | thought designing this sweet pea case would help me to find them! | love the mix of mauve and pink sweet peas. The only thing missing from this design is their lovely fragrance! 99 www gathered how/woxs ‘TheWorldof Crose Stitching 25Sweet Pea Case make a glasses case 1 Mark out your seam line using the Quideline on the charts, adding a tem (sin) seam allowance. Use your stitching as a template to cut out matching fabric lining and wadding panels. 2 Take a panel of wadding and pin it together with its matching stitched panel and lining panel. You'll want your stitched panel and lining panel to have their right sides facing, with your wadding panel on the wrong side of the lining panel 3 Stitch a Tem (sin) seam allowance around all sides, leaving a 3cm (1¥4in) gap for turning, Trim away bulk from the seams and then tum through, slp stitching the gap closed. Repeat steps 2 and 3 with your remaining pane's. 4 With the lining panels facing and the bottom edges aligned, pin the two padded panels together. Hand sew together along the side seams, leaving the top edge open to create a pocket, 5 To finish, attach your snap fasteners ~ one to the top of the smaller panel and the other to the inside of the larger panel Make sure your snap fasteners are correctly aligned so that they'll cose properly (some snap fasteners have central pin holes to help with alignment) cin the language of flowers, bunches of sweet peas are often sent as a thank you for a pleasant time’, making this the perfect thank you gift. can’t wait to share this @ design with a dear friend. 99, Res 26 The WorldofCroseStitching Sweat fe Case canta) wwnn.gathered howhvoxsso aa ad a ao ad a so Set aa Csechrt at Charlie Rose READER PANEL 6 would love to stitch and sew this beautiful project for my mother-in-law as she wears lasses. She would adore the delicate flowers. For that extra personal touch, | think that 'l add her initials to the bottom comer of the case. www gathered how/woxs Sweet Pea Case eal Ros 26 Cross stitch in two strands ‘Mc [Anchor [Madeira TI 24_[ 103 _[ 272 | mauve © [25 |95 _[27t_[veryight ae | 209 [98 | 803 _| daictiac | 210 | 108 | ~a02 [Tee + [an] 3@_| 801 tontiiac [320 [215_[tatt_| dark green w | 368 [214 | 1310_[oreen = [369 [ 1043 | 1309 | light geen a| 603 [55 | 505 | darpink © | 608 [50] 614 _| pnk | 605 | 1094 | 613 _| ight pak + [ae | 23 | 502 | babypink 2 Backstitch in one strand —] 39 | 224 | BS | weydakgen 368[_214_|[1310_[ oreen [600 [63 [703 [very darkpak 3ea7 |__| 713 _| verydarkliac MAXIMUM STITCH COUNT 129 high x 50 wide GN AREA 14 HP! (28-count everweave)~ 23.5:9cm (93a) STITCHED BY Donna Simmerson ‘This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton on 2B-counteverweave over tn treads ot Ue fable “Deiat” 28-count cream (222) nen ‘measuring 3x18cm (12¥xin) for each deson Stranded cotton aslitd inthe key Size 24 tapestry needle Backing fabric, wadding and snap ‘astene of your choice fom lca stores Thread & fabric cost Approximately £26 “For stockists see page 90 ‘The Worldof Cross Stitching 27Frame omate pictures and create sublime centrepieces for your home, give gifts of good luck to friends and family and stitch portraits of gorgeous geishas. From stunning kimonos, golden pagodas and fabulous fans you'll find these and more in this unmissable collector's Issue of Ultimate Cross Sitch East Asia Stitch geishas in sumptuous kimonos Classic blue and white willow patterns Elegant fans with intricate cross stitch deal ‘Cherry blossom designs, plus enchanting dragonflies, parasols and water lilies Fabulous card and gift ideas on unique ‘themes your family and friends willlove a tel ed ea enc ener sey cm ey re en ardDESIGNED BY JENNY BARTON ge =m Sun,sea 12cm (in) xdsied width Seca, & Ss san Towel of your choice from local stores ‘Thread & fabric cost eo ee Prepare for the hot days ahead with our cool holiday- For stock se p96 90 themed alphabet set — perfect for any summer occasion! wwew.gathered howhvoxs ‘The Worldof Cross Stitching 29Summer ABC 30 The WorldofCroseStitching wownn.gathered howhworsSum Seon % Cross stitch in two strands DMC [Anchor [Madefra 7 [oione [2] 2402 [wie ef 209 [36] 203 ioe ee fas [os [ina [oe & [ais] 398 [302 ight oe R [we [104s [zor Pen we [a6 210 fred [676 | eat] 2208 [snd Le [30] 1p iartyetow © [75 [ost | 1001 | cinabive es [296 [107 | ark yetow = [os | 290 [105 Peto r ® | 988 [243 1402 _| forest green ae Red © [996-033 |103[ eecricbue i wv | 3348 [ 264 1409 | grass green_ f 5 [3354 [36 | 2610 | blosom pk waar] 76 [506 aarcrosepnk pestesskecesen w [3733] 75 | 605 | rosepnk hae X acksttch none strand eee ee —[ 3799 | 236 | 1713 | charcoal grey flat {ett x Backstitch in two strands a [banc] 2] 2002 [wre MAXIMUM STITCH COUNT 27 high x 27 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HP1(28-count everweave) ~ 5x5cm Qx2in) STITCHED BY Charlotte Hodgman ‘This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton Jennifer READER PANEL 6¢1"m a huge fan of themed alphabets, They make fantastic people. With summer birthdays ‘on the horizon, these holiday letters wil make stunning gifts. can't wait to start stitching! 99 www gathered how/woxs Bsus ART EDITOR 66This ABC is a great way to personalise beach towels! It's also afun way to get fog 4 tote bags seaside. ready iviibe a > visual reminder to pack those beach essentials, f @ ike your fave sunglasses. 9Summer ABC TOP TIp Corer ee read ceenity Cartier Le aia 32 The Wordof Cross Stitching ‘Approx. 4-5 hours each x Type of Stitches Cross stitch, fractional, backstiteh x Ease of Stitching Beginner/advanced beginner wwnn gathered how'woxsYour Questions Answered Our panel of professionals are here to help you with CONTENTS your cross stitch dilemmas — however large or small JIN THE SPOTLIGHT Graty etor ison ound S'srpie Cndurela chat (WISHES GRANTED Debbe wants tostten her ) neghbour a specal cad us J [FRIENDLY ADVICE He Keep your stitching clean 2 with these helpful top tips ‘ (TECHNIQUE FOCUS eens Meatherugest —HannahErskine _JennyBarton Hannah etcher, L221 the est ay to ‘OurTedhical Editor _Hestherisourtalerted—_Aiflong stitches, our Design proennyhas _Allsettohurt down aaa Fnajsteady tosohe Charing Etitorandis, Charing Assixant been eating proets those elshe cans [DESIGN ROUND-UP Zysntngsenrs cnt obeys arabian fawtxyertan's, supnarstamats Get the Kgs sbtenng wth Zteowalyar taromyossttieg aydanarscing redyumeonyas harwindsgng these quick and easy hits Ehaegeos homie nen” nk sm! Keeping count of stitches How can | cross off photocopy the patterns, stitches in patterns when either in black and white or working? | use a pencil to full colour, which they can ‘shade’ stitches when working then either highlight or use a conblack and white pattems, darker coloured pen to mark Which works fine, but how can off their completed stitches, Hcross off the stitches when without ruining the original the pattem isin colour? The pattern. You may also find pencil obviousy won't work. Some apps available for Not being able to differentiate loading pattems into digitally, between worked and which have functions unworked stitches on coloured included for marking off patterns is very dfficut. completed stitches, too— just Stella Bain, via Facebook search your app store. |hope Hannah E: We finda thishelps and that you find lot of our readers lke to something that works! Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate’s life for me Ym looking fora pattern of aferae pirate think i's from ether ssue 172 or 173. Can you please help me find? Brenda Piccolo, via Facebook Hannah F: Youre corect- we featured a ‘Pate Queen’ pattern by Gil Adu, spit in two parts across both issues 172 and 173, Ths grat design makes fora strking portrait youre sure to get stuck nto sting! Whistsaly out of print and too did to feature as 2 dtl back issue. you can stl ask flow stitches if they havea spare copy ofboth these issues they'd be wing to send or sel you. You Can also check out one css sutching gfoups (we have our own on Facebook caled Cross Sitchng com or reputable third-party selers on eBay. Pease remember that the sharing of individual chars is against copyright law, but the goed news that i's ie to buy or share woe physcal copy of the magazine. We hope that you'e able to find the treasure that you're searching for, Brenda, > Brands oon te bunt for 2 female piste stitch www gathered howhwoxs ‘The WorldofCrossSttehing 33Your Questions Answered In the spotlight ALISON MANEY, EDITOR CROSS STITCH CRAZY Cinderela design in The perfect fit The Word of Gross My three-year-old daughter loves faty Stitching, Im the editor tales and her favourite film is oftheir sister ttle, Crass Stitch Ginderell She watches it allthe time! __ Crazy magazine, where you'l ind realy want to stitch achartof thisfor her this super special fairy tale design bedroom but all the ones I've found look by Luce Heaton in issue 237 too big and complicated forme. 'mquitea January 2018). You can buy this new stitcher so want something beginner as a digital back issue from our level. Please can you help me find one, or app, on both Android and Apple even better ifyou have had one in your _—_devices. hope this sweet stitch is. ‘magazine as | have so many issues? ‘what you're looking for like the Maria Lopez, via email majority of the designs in Cross ‘Stitch Crazy, it uses whole stitch and ‘The perfor Be it cto life, Using ust whoesttch and bacsite, backstich ony to bring the magicto life, Yang stwhok stich and ack Allison: This would be such a great picture for aitle girs bedroom wall ‘Whist there hasn't been a specific 0's perfect for a newcomer like youself. Stitching size differences ve noticed a difference in your Design Area size when stitching on evenweave. To double check, Isttched a motif yr ‘on evenweave which | had already done on aida, and lo and behold, it was nearly 2cm smaller in height! What is going on? Sandy Wade, via Facebook Fiona: That sureis a puzzler, Sandy! This could be down to the way you hold the fabric. Evenweave has a looser weave than aida, o can distort if you don't stitch with equal tension all the way around ~ such as in an embroidery hoop. If you use a sccll or clp frame (or just hold by hand) you'e likely to pull it tighter in one direction or the other, creating the distortion as the i designs in isue 29 (uly 2018) Bouncing baby bunny im preparing @bunnye calendar ifted with issue 221 themed baby shovier and (Nov 2014, athough that trying tofind some Bebunni won't be incuded withthe pattems. Ihave everything! digital edition. You can try eed to stitch so would lke to reputable sellers on eBay to have access to digital designs, find a second-hand copy. for a magazine, with some cute have seen a picture of a pattem from your magazine Bebunni projects but I don't know which one ~ it was a cross stitch poppy with a blackwork background. | wondered whether you could let me know which issue this was and whether | could buy a Hannah E: This such Pate ae ae a sweet theme! Ive had a look through our archive and We featured a set of sx different flowers, have found the folowing Jone of which was a poppy, witha blackwork background Bebunni designs you might be in sue 269 (July 2018) by Amanda Gregory Ifthis isthe one interested in: Stitching you'te looking for then you can stil buy this asa digital back Beburn (233, Oct 2015), Bounging issue copy via our Apple or Android apps. These pretty designs “‘Bebunni in Daffodis' (241, fas sure are striking and were very popular when this issue fist May 2016) and ‘Bebunni oping to fed ‘came out, and we've had many requests for them since. They Holding Roses’ (267, May achrtfora ‘can be used for so mary diferent occasions and also look 2018) These are available as___bumy-hemed _great mounted in hoops and even circular aperture cards, as digital back issues via our app. __Daby shower the blackwork patterns can fillthe entire shape! We abso featured six adorable Bebunni designs with a 34 The WorldofCrose Stitching wownn.gathered howhworsWishes granted Request a design and our resident design expert, Jenny, might just chart it for you... Bes okey hcg ‘Rratver fetching design ‘his adorable dogis jus the ight si foracard._% Cross stitch in two strands ‘DMC [Anchor [Madeira lane | 2 | 2402 | white | would really lke a ud ud design of a borer calle si0_|-aos_[ 2400 oace scold mate a card fo" my 37 [400714 arco neighbour wa hes one 3ea_[ 100s [1202 | oer via Facebook ais [358 [aoe Pion om 760 | 1022 | 405 | pink 762 | 234 | 1804 | veyiont grey 3799 | 236 | 1713 | charcoal grey x Backstitch in one strand —T 318 [399 [1801 Joey [as [a0r_[ 1209 [ very dark grey chart when you'e stitching his ‘STITCH COUNT 27 high x30 wide sweet face, as fractonals are DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) — Used to help pick out the S5x5.5em (2x2%in) details of the muzzle and ears, Tis design wasted using DMC stranded cotton Pleaser: ncn cl Fn fy sal des afr copightreasnssh rable to at logs tom ls and TV. Jenny: That's such a lovely idea, Debbie ~ your neighbour isin for a treat! I'm amazed at how smart border colies are. I's incredible seeing them round up sheep. Pay dose attention to the 19 al -|=|4]o [elm > STITCHING Im ws eo ! eee ! cbs casing Shute wate ced Dost gt sna “Gantt ved he onsale on eave eames keep redirecting toa different one? ve Gathered ‘Ask the Experts, (www.gathered how) Poaceae Eagle House, Colston Avenue, Bristol gst 4st ined forces with our " light ofthe slvery moon Sendin queies va Facebook, to: s0 our old site will redirect. you automatically. We've Crafty sister brands to bring "You can get a coer lok at lrger you anew home for stitchy Datuk ths our tl app ‘news, tutorials, free charts and more! You' find the 5 : great competitions, to. By the light of the silvery moon Could you tell me which across issues 232 (Sep 2015) mics tltching. EB ore issue Suzanne Gyesman's and 233 Oct 2015), being t00 ‘Moon Hare’ was in please? big to fit in just one mag! You Pamela Jansury, can find these issues as digital via Facebook editions, which aso alows you | Weniltyandansnsyor Fiona: This great chart '2 200m in on the chart for ifyoure working toa speci jwas by Heaven and Earth ie eading as an added ‘ead then do et stro bonus! It's a challenging stitch Designs, who specialise in large patterns. it was split, bbut trope you enjoy it www gathered how/woxs ‘The WorldofCrossStitching 35Your Questions Answered : . QUICK Friendly advice aA We asked our Facebook fans to tell us how they keep their stitching clean — here's what they said. Js there a mistake on the ‘Sunny Daffodis Kiaiss: | always» Nicola Wigmore: have used detergent repeat pattern key in sue 292 wash my hands before keep my WIPSin project with ust water to rinse. Blot (February 2020)? It has stitching, One time lforgot bags to protect from my __with white towels to remove DMC 19 isted as the ‘andthe ls frommyhand golden retrievers constant excess water and pin out to second colour All the lotionended upstaininga shedding, Istore threads on dry on a clean board. threads Ican buy start at section of the fabric bobbins in plastic boxes and 100. Thank you for al keep kits ina cupboard..and Zoe Mccaffrey: | use your help. %Grace Collier: As! can stil manage tostitchdog tweezers if spot any cat or Loma Quelch, be rather cumsy, Inever eat hair into everything! human hai in my stitching via Facebook ‘or drink when I'm stitching For special projects | have ener Learned that the hard way! Glyn Charnock: Atop some cotton gloves that | use ASTER tip forboth general drt and tostop it getting dirty = DMC* shade 19s a Nicole Hext: An absolute accidental spils is a shallow Sich navrerrance must for my Q Snap is a ‘ray with a thin sheet of Find us on Facebook He ‘grime guard, | never get foam inthe bottom. Fillwith and join in with the ee eee marks on mytitching now. warm water to the depth of chat. If you're lucky, a cata sac er el the foam. You can put the _your tip might appear Laisa raayd orien Judith Harrison: tip of a teaspoon of mild here! Just log on to ES For keeping dust away, a detergent like Wool Lite or www.facebook.com/The pillowcase is good forstoring Stergene in the water. Usea__ WorldofCrossStitching large pieces in roller frames soft sponge to gentty press and hit ‘like’ at the top between stitching sessions. down and release. If you of the page! TECHNIQUE FOCUS Starting a Stitch-A-Long Just got my copy ofthe issue 292 may find it easier to startin the top left-hand (Aero andtalove to statpat 1 comer of te paten, measuring Tec Ruredmnbes of the SALby the Hstorcal Sampler infor te tp and let ses, rather than eae eel Compary.Fmnot sure where to stat staring inthe centre ofthe chert as normal stitching though, as its the top section of The Historical Sampler Company® aso sella the pattern so I can't startin the centre of material and thread pack for ths project - Bosc ‘aida made with a CSneepa ranmantrgine”” ——eupinedyinterypugeonarainone | giahere ted | Peeeen rene pont cocapta tss0 Seg Secgutieaeges” {aaccboak you're going to join in with our I |__| advice on how to tackle @ SAL ip Hannah E: Check out Lakeside Needlecraft* for a great range of both DMC* and Zweigart® iridescent fabrics — you'l find a variety of colours jncluding cream, blue, green and pink, as well as white with sparkly pear!- (or gold-flecked fibres. It comes in counts of 14 16- and 18-count aid, as well as evenweaves. springtime SAL! You'l find the fabric size listed in the Shopping istis the size required for the complete design (on 16-count aida, measuring 48«S2em (1834x2034n). This has allowed for a 10cm (Ain) border of fabric around all sides for framing, so if you cut your fabric to this size then measure down 10cm (i) from the top edge, you'l stat in the correct position. Just make sure that there iS a 10cm (4in) border on each side as well, to ensure it's central. You 136 The Worldof Cross Stitching wownn.gathered howhworsDesign round-up Nurture the love for cross stitch in a youngster with the help of these quick-and-easy, rewarding kits > LEARN TO STITCH ven litte ones as young as two years ‘ld can leam to stitch with ths fun actvity-in-a- box from Rex London™ Inside you'll find eight cardboard characters including flowers, birds ‘and a smiing sun. instead of a need, eight long lengths of lace are provided in bright colours, making it supereasy for small chidren to thread the , laces through the (holes. Great activity for > those stuck indoors. Shapes ap 5 » COLOUR-IN CROSS > STITCH KITS dorable woodland animal shapes can be coloured in and then stitched in this good-value kit from Baker Ross*, Kids aged five and up can colour in these cute critters and then add bright stitches using the six skeins of thread provided, Super-large plastic needles are included, along with diagrams on how to stitch Shapes approx. www gathered how/woxs An z his fab kit from Your Questions Answered Tair el-1) for kids eo > — MR MEN MINI CROSS STITCH a or older children who have tried cross stitch before, this isa fun kt from Hobbycraft*, The 5, charts manly sold blocks of colour but Mr Strong P does need a few fractional stitches. At these pocket S| money prices, junior stitchers may be tempted to buy the Mr Tickle and Lite Miss Princess kts toot > ster coun ud jo aun e ano ou ue sas 5 >» CROSS STITCH ? SUITCASE KIT > Mtbsuttonbag® carries © everything children will need ) to learn how to stitch. There are eight projects that vary in size, all pre-printed onto 3 large count fabric. You'l find 2 pair of round-ended scissors, large needles, threads and a © wooden hoop inside, along >with three pieces of felt and 5 making instructions fora simple needlecase, pencil S, case and more. Stitch count varies from: “For stockists see page 90 ‘The WorldofCrossSttching 37BEE coring Geisha 38 The Worldof CroseStitching wownn.gathered howhvoxsGazing Geisha DESIGNED BY MARIA DIAZ Get lost in this dreamy snapshot of traditional Japan, packed full of ornate details and little treasures aiting for her long-lost lover to return, this elegant geisha gazes wistfully beyond the cherry blossoms and towards the atmospheric mountain, Settle down with your stitching and you 00 will become entranced by the breathtaking landscape. Full of rich detail and clever techniques, this striking scene is a stitcher's delight ~ from the cross stitch in one strand on Mount Fuji to make it seem distant, to the dark pink half stitch which softens the flowering cherry blossoms. Both help create an incredible sense of perspective. There are plenty of fun embellishments too, with seed beads decorating the pagoda’s roof and = Facthox Stitching Time ‘A ‘Approx. 60 hours = Type of Stitches ross stitch, fractional, half «ross stitch, backstitch, beads Ease of Stitching Intermediate/advanced geisha’s hair pins. There's a final touch of opulence, with DMC Light Effects in ight gold highlighting the ornaments in the geisha's up-do, the butterfly detail on her fan and the intricate pattern of the kimono. It seems that the purveyor of the arts has become a work of art herself My favourite thing about working on this gorgeous geisha is the pattern on her kimono. | loved doing the research and spent far too long looking at sik fabrics ‘and old Japanese prints www gathered how/woxs ‘TheWorldof Crose Stitching 39Gazing Geisha 10 10 20 30 40 60 ait Eclectica fSflals(w lilac oicfaefete er ain esa hart fd wwnw.gathered howhwoxs 40 The WorldofCrose StitchingGang Gena a 9 gh) www gathered how/woxs Gazing Geisha This isso beautiful would stitch and make this design into asciolstyle panel and use bamboo rods to 4ive it an authentic Japanese fee! The first of two complementary designs, this beautiful geisha is waiting for her samurai soldier to return to her safe and sound. Be sure to save space on your wall for this lady's warrior, which will appear in the next issue of The World of Gross Stitching (296, August 2020), on sale 12 June. ‘The Worldof CrossStitching 41Blsialaisisistalssloisiaist Saale es aces See cceeeeces cee fafa eet eilcdctef ote ated clctafafeta[afaicistsicb isles [osoay white opal this project. 99 | 3760|_161_| 1107 | bie STITCH COUNT 157 high x 124 wide B [3766 |_167_| 1109 _| wwrquone DESIGN AREA 14 HP 28-counteverweave)- ~~ [3774 | 778 | 306 | light peach 285122 Semn (11VexMin) a be [ose Paco STITCHED BY Glenda Dickson i {3801 | 1098 fant | red Upton sel Beason 28-curtevenesie * “a [3807 [122 [2702 [Tevenderble oer wo heads ofthe abc Ht tell use metallics When threading metallic thread, if you are using two strands, cut a single length of thread and fold itn hal. Feed the looped end through the needle’s eye and then pass over the point of the needle to secure the thread in place. This will keep the thread attached to the needle and prevent slipping. Also, use a larger needle than you ‘normally would. The hole in the fabric will be made bigger by the needle and the thread will pass through more easly. www gathered how/woxs ‘The Worldof CrossStitching 43TO THE DIGITAL EDITIONEach issue of meets all your stitching needs, with over 80 easy-to-follow charts, features, expert advice and stories to read. Find it packed with that you'll love, whatever your skill level! Welcome to paradise - Have The World of Cross Stitching delivered straight to your device Simply return to homepage to subscribe CHES zinio ry inl > Google( Hearted Ctr, Caton Pele & Sipty Cin DMC$ Lenigart ase a hage range of cours! GH A prictons ae Ure proul t stick al Hest eadng brands) www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Cr tices Mie rene eee eee er etre qrww.elite-designs, amen al % Convert a favourite photo into a cross stitch chart or kit We have been photo charting for ‘many years, with thousands of ‘designs under our belts, Your choice of size and fabric count {9 EIDER CLOSE, BURTON LATIMER, KETTERING, NORTHANTS, NN 5TH 4 Bothy Threads [EBE)$ The Home of Happy Stitching $=) ‘othy Treads Ld, Unt 7 Apel Busines ark, Aspalia, Wig, CAT SOP ‘nfe@bothythreadecom 01900 828844 ww.bothythreade comHEAD TO THE SKIES WITH THIS HIGH-FLYING COLLECTION! www gathered howhwoxs ‘The Worldof Cross Stitching 47~~-es = = REDARROWS TAKEFLIGHT ‘Wow someone with these famous flyers (24)! All you This beautiful blue blimp (14) is sure to please. To have to do is mount your finished stitching onto a achieve this fab finish, fray around the edges and patch square aperture card for a flying finish and share, onto a tag made from coordinating patterned paper. vr FLYING LEGENDS: SOARING SPITFIRE BEAUTIFULBALLOONS Make this legendary wartime fighter (2) into a work of Delicate and dainty, these balloons are floating amongst art by displaying it on a mini canvas. Add some text (41), the clouds (16). Just stitch onto a 2in aida band and hem pop it on an easel and let your stitching say the rest. for a cute bookmark. Tie bows onto some cord for a taill 48 The WorldolCrossSttching wwnw.gathered howhwoxsBDAC) BRI 371:0 BLASTOFF! FLYING HIGH What aspiring astronaut wouldn't want this amazing You can make this pterodactyl (21) and greeting (40, 42) space shuttle (43) pencil topper? Sew your finished into a decorative hanging by backing your stitching with stitching onto felt and add a back using blanket stitch white card, trimming and then adding cord with a bead KITES ADRIFT ROCKETINTOSPACE Celebrate Makara Sankranti with warm wishes. Mount Calling all budding astronomers! Make this outer space your stitching inside an aperture card made from. scene (30) into an awesome pencil case. Simply stitch the patterned paper and send these kites (20) soaring. design onto aida, hem and attach onto a case. “Fer stackiss, see page 99 www gathered how/woxs ‘The WorldofCrossSttching 49I spend a lot of time outdoors, but it easy to forget to look up! Whether it's fittering birds, buoyant balloons or a legendary Spitfire, I've taken my inspiration from the sky and I've made sure that this collection has a design for everyone, 50 The Worldof CrossStitching wownn.gathered howhworsCross stitch in two strands DMC [ Anchor [Made ‘lane | _2 | 2402 _| white 334 | 977 | 1004 | due aia] 235 | 74 | dak grey ais_|_398_| 1802_| orey 435 | 1046 | 2010 [tan 737 | 362] 2012 | lghttan 606 | 334 | 209 _| dark orange 704 | 255 | 1308 | leaf geen 726 | 295 | 109 _| yelow 733 | 366 | 2014 _| cream 740_| 316 | 208 _| orange 7a_[303_|_114_| tangeme 7a7_| 158 | 1104 | sky bue 762 | 234 | 1804_| taht grey aia | 23 | 502 | baby pink 961 | 76 | 610_| dak pink 964 | 185 | 1112_| emerald 991] 107% | 1204 | dark green 992 | 1072 | 1202_| aren — [sor [282 [102 | ightyelow P_[ 3x5 [129 | 907_| iantbive a [376 | 25 | 503_| pink v [3819 | 279 [1610 | ime green Backstitch in one strand 310 | 403 | 2400 | back French knots in one strand © [310 [ 403 | 2400 | back Judy Davies ‘These designs were stitched using DMC stranded cotton www gathered how/woxs TheWorldofCross Stitching 5152 The WorldofCrossStitching wownn.gathered howhworsbring back many happy memories for her. | think ll make a cushion with one or two of the airplane designs for sure. www gathered how/woxs ‘The Worldof CrossSttching 535€ The WorldofCroseStitching wownn.gathered howhworswww gathered how/woxs From ice cream to seashells, the cutest litle crab and everything in between, your next Design Library is a real celebration of summer. Join us as we qo to the seaside! Get to the shops on 12 June to pick up your copy of issue 296 (August 2020), or subscribe and the issue will be delivered to your door. You'l find this month’s money-saving subscription offer on page 44. ‘The Warldof CrossSttching 55Carnival Cards ‘amival is about just one thing ~ (_ strat ei os of the elaborate costumes and happy, energetic dancing of this street festival can’t help but lift the spirits and lighten the heart. We think that stitchers’ hearts will be lightened by these carnival-inspired cards, too. They're fab for those who are not so fond of backstitch. There's minimal backstitch in the motifs themselves, with just a litle to add detail to the toucan and flamingo’s beaks, or in the fancy flourish patterns. The bulk of the backstitch is used to add the wording to the cards, which makes them ideal for party invites and won't take long to stitch. Cheryl has embellished her quick- 6! hope stitchers will enjoy my family-friendly DESIGNED BY CHERYL MCKINNON —————__—_ Let the wy a fun begin = Be uplifted by the bright colours and simple stitches of aa these vibrant carnival-themed party cards cor ied Bes ee Fecthox x Stitching Time Approx. 5-7 hours each % Type of Stitches Cross stitch, backstitch, beads x Ease of Stitching Intermediate to-stitch designs with seed beads, to bring out some of the bling you'd see in a carnival costume. This helps the designs have impact without the need for elaborate backstitch. We've included details of the colours used in our cards, but fee! free to swap in other shades you already have in your stash - the brighter the better! > innon card set. Kids love vivid colours, so I wanted to make sure that these designs could be enjoyed by everyone. Designing these cards really put me in a dancing mood! 99 56 The Worldof Cross Stitching wownn.gathered howhworsCarnival Cards These joyful cards make great party invitations, or mix <2 andmatch greetings 2 forany summery occasions www gathered how/woxs ‘The WorldofCross Stitching 57Carnival Carnival Cards ards key 2% Cross stitch in two strands aa ao sok 2X Backstiteh in one strand, DMC [Anchor [Madera = 310 | 403 | 2100 [back 7 [5200] 1 | 2401_[ white rr | 307 [-205_|__104[yelow Mil Hil seed beads [310 [as [2400 [bac © [00128 yelow | 433 | 357 | 2602_| tan @ | 02033 brillant orange [aaa [-251_[_ 106 | darkyelow —@ [02097 bahama blue me | co [32 [206 [orange STITCH COUNT 65 high 49 wide i [703 [236 [1307 | areen DESIGN AREA 14 HA1(28-countevenweave)~ | 7a1_[ 304 [202 [tangerine 19cm 6x34) S_ [911 | 205 | 12t4_| mint green STITCHED BY Gillan Muggeridge ——— ea Tes dsp ares gM tat ton a © | 996 [433 [ 1103 _| eecricbue | 706 [33 | 209 [pink ie | 3802 [164] 1010_| ove 58 TheWerldofCrossSttching www gathered howhvoxséI've been working on larger projects lately, 50d love something uick to ease my way into summer stitching. These cards would be | just perfect! 99 EMILY, DESIGNER www gathered how/woxs Carnival Cards ‘TheWorldof Crose Stitching 59Carnival Cards make party invites Create a backstitch greeting to personalise these designs for your own party. Feel free to take the text from one design and pair it with the motif of another. r, if you're feeling extra creative, you can make your own, words. Have a think about what you want to write and then plot out your lettering onto graph paper. Draw out the letters until your chosen words look right. Then stitch ‘onto fabric using the graph paper chart as a guide. For inspiration, look at our past Design Libraries which includes a set of letters and numbers. To finish, cut out your stitching, back with paper and attach to some brightly coloured cardstock or, for a more festive finish, layer onto coordinating patterned paper before mounting on cardstock 60 The Worldof Cross Stitching Shopping list wwnw.gathered howhwoxsCarnival Cards ao ao Angie READER PANEL i & How joyful and Colour are these Fle beauties? Hove doing qucksttches 4 between my big Te projects and these 1 ‘would be right by my Party Une age cha, ready to pick up ran ROGGE 2dsend to ends RLU, fo cheer them up n trying tines. 99 enero lament tothe a Lier sparkle eo www gathered how/woxs TheWorldofCrossStitching 61Shop & Stitch Our Best Buys All the hottest cross stitch must-haves for your shopping list, plus an exclusive offer to make your pennies go further... Frampnetovety new “Golden Years’ range by Peter Underhil, meet Heritage rafts"* ‘golden couple’, Betty ‘and Norman, who are happily retired and lving fe to the full with their little dog, Monty. 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Nal unt 30 June 2020 Adda touch of sinner to your projects with Craft Creations Buiter stiches ingold and sve LoveCats, the one-stop onfne shop forall your stichy needs Todt www gathered how/woxs ‘The Worldof CrossSttching 63EE EET Bear Birth Sampler DESIGNED BY IAN HALLOWS —_——— Sweet little sleepyhead Welcome a new arrival to this world with a personalised teddy bear scene, perfect to decorate a little one’s nursery S nuggle up with this adorable a é cet . baby bear, converted into $ occa ross stitch from the artwork Facthox of ilystrator lan Hallows. We've |» Stitching Time transformed lan’s watercolour art ——;—«Approx. 44 hours into a perfectly-formed design, 1 Tye oe Siete ds § worked in 27 shades of stranded aa Cl cotton using whole and half cross, eee | stitch in two strands, plus backstitch French knots ; | Ease of Stitching 3 and French knots in one strand. Our) ™ Fase of tit } charting fairies have not stopped Cee ; there, however — they have added a Oo whole new dimension to this scene If you are not looking for a big by personalising the picture with design but want a card for a new the name and date of a new arrival, baby, this design can work for you ‘making this into a beautiful birth t00. The baby mobile or the bunny sampler. We've included all the letters would make lovely mini motifs on {and numbers you need to plan out their own, and you can still add the your own name and birthday, too. new arrival's details to the card, > “Meet th he designer i Tan Hallows | 6 always find it amazing to see my artwork change from an illustration into a cross stitch piece. The skill of your charters and stitchers bringing my designs to life in a new medium is a pleasure to see. 9? 64 The WorldofCroesStitching wwnw.gathered howhwoxsBear Birth Sampler Jasna Adam Turner 1S*May@020 | Th Loz | ‘There's lots of space toaddlongernames tothisdesign-be sure to plotout on graph paper fst BQ) www gathered how/woxs ‘The WorldofCrossStitching 65a) 29 Bear Birth Sampler ‘eelseleetebre Besos meee eas = SEES eee pik ook Relea BREE SR RRFISSRR SRE} Reed anaes! as en tec aso atts oats Bea Bch Sampler hart tp ed wownn.gathered howhwors 66 The Worldof CroseStitchingBear Birth Sampler Janne Cross stitch in two strands ‘DMC [Anchor [Madeira 7 | bine] 2 | 2402 | white 224 | 804 | 813 _| shel pink [225 [a [814 _| ight shelipink 350 | 0] 213 | darkcora 351 [| 10 | 214 | coal a5 [398 | 1802_[ orey 36 [1045 | 2011 [tan @ | 437 |_362_| 2012_| lighttan = [72 | 926 | 2101 | cream & | 739 | 366 | 2014 | dark cream 743_[_302_|_113_| dark yelow 7aa_[ 301] 112 | yelow 745_[_300_| 111 _| lightyelow & | m6 | 275 | 2511_| vightyelow + [762 | 234 [1709 [taht grey 40 1084 | 1912 | dkmink brown [2a [1082 [1911 _[ mink brown: TK | #2 | 1080 | 1910 | Rmink brown x [3033] 391 | 1908 | beige | 302 | a7t_| 2612_| antquemawe x P Hi e = 7 Ba v a X Ez a * * = ia 3525 | 129 | 907 | powder Bue 3743 | 870_| 2611 _| Itantquemawe 3799 | 236 | 1713 _| charcoal grey Beat | 9159 | 1001 | babybive alf cross stitch in two strands 2 [32 | 01 [imc 26_|_108_| 2711_| purple 27 | 869 | 1808 | mauve gey “= Backstitch in one strand, —T 3799] 236 | 1713 ‘| charcoal grey ‘French knots in one strand, © [3793 | 236_[_1713_| charcoal grey STITCH COUNT 127 high x 120 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI 28-count evenweeve) — 23x22am (3x83) SKEINS NEEDED 2x745 (ight yew) ILLUSTRATION CONVERTED BY Fiona Baker STITCHED BY Shela Webb ‘This design was stitched using DME standed cotton (lke to stitch birth samplers for my friends’ new babies, but have to| be careful not to go too big on one design or | will need to go big on al of them. 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