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Editor’s Letter
Welcome
et’s keep calm and carry on stitching! It’s been a
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L difficult time across the world recently, but I hope
that you’ve all been continuing to stitch – it’s such a
relaxing and mindful activity and I’ve got plenty of
projects to keep you motivated this month.
First, let’s all head to the seaside with Fiona Baker’s
stunning nostalgic pier stitched on special dyed sunset
fabric (p72) and Emma Horan’s bright summer holiday
scene (p24). We chat to new The World of Cross Stitching
designer, Emma, about how she transforms her vibrant
paintings into cross stitch designs on page 29.
Add a splash of colour to your home with Amanda
Butler’s citrus fruit set (p58). We show you how to turn
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the three botanical-style patterns into handy accessories to
add a zest for life to your kitchen – it’s so simple!
Do you know someone getting married this summer?
You can stitch Amanda Gregory’s delicate floral wreath
as the perfect wedding
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memento for the happy
couple on page 84. It
can also be used as an
alternative to a bouquet on
the special day!
Stay well and keep in
touch with us.
The World of Cross Stitching
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24 Cornish harbour
Stitch a sunny seaside scene
38 Father’s Day cards
Show dad how much you care
47 Best of British Design Library
Cheerful motifs to delight all ages
56 Quick challenge
Try long & short stitch with Faby
58 Citrus kitchen set
38 FOUR FATHER’S DAY CARDS
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FAB HOUSEWARMING GIFT
63 MAKE A PERSONALISED
CARD OR GIFT FOR DAD Fun & advice
6 Meet our guests
Say hello to this month’s panel
7 Furry Tales
Collect a chart from Lucie Heaton
14 Your letters
Stitchy gossip & photos from you
22 Best buys
The latest products, kits & offers
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In the spotlight
Meet new designer, Emma Horan
Out and about
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Reader Panel Be on
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Meet our guests

Get to know this month’s reader panel, and look out for their favourite projects throughout the issue
Appear in the magazine
Receive a stitchy gift
Tracey Sue Linda

Knight Parker Thompson
is a retired is a homemaker is an English
teacher from from Wallington language learners
Alton ed tech from
Lewiston, USA
Technique you’d like to master? How’d you start stitching? WOXS design you adore?
My fractional stitches are pretty hit My work friend gave me the mag kits ‘Cuckoo Clock’ by Fiona Baker from
and miss! I keep trying to get some to practise on. We’d do them in our 289 (January 2020). My great-
consistency with them. I have found lunch hour and she taught me a lot. grandmother also had cuckoo clocks
that switching my needle for one with I‘ve been hooked ever since! and I love that pattern as it makes
a sharper point does help. Why do you love stitching? me think of her house.
Who are your stitchy buddies? I love making something beautiful Your latest stitchy project?
I belong to a couple of stitching from just a piece of fabric and some For Christmas my mother got me a
groups, but admit that I prefer the threads. You can always find a subscription to The Geeky Stitching
contemplative, meditative aspect of design that has a special meaning for Co’s subscription boxes – the designs
stitching by myself. someone and it shows you like them are super cute and easy to stitch.
Who would you love to have enough to take the Right now, I’m finishing a bunny
a stitching session with? time and effort project from one of those boxes.
I wish I’d had the opportunity to meet to make it. Your proudest stitch moment?
Jo Verso. Her books and designs were Recent fave At the beginning of this past school
the ones that kept me going when I WOXS design? year, I made Stitch People nameplates
was a cross stitch newbie. I like the ‘Snowy for the staff. I stitched each person’s
Your fave project style? Snowdrops’ in face and name. Many of them have
I love backstitching, I think that it issue 289 (Jan them hanging outside of their rooms.
really brings a project to life. That’s 2020) as I have these flowers growing What’s a stitching tip
probably why I was so delighted to in my garden. I love the simple design you’d like to share?
discover blackwork! and use of sparkly aida – so pretty! I love my OttLite lamp!
Fave WOXS design? Last stitched gift you made? My husband bought
The ‘Retro Purses’ by My friend loves Paris so I stitched the me one for Christmas.
Heather Nugent (issue Eiffel Tower ‘City Snow Globes’ card It has been a lifesaver,
291, March 2020). from issue 287 (Dec 2019) as her especially in the
They’re so funky! Christmas card – she was delighted! evenings.
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hoop, thread hooks, Mouliné threads
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Collectable Chart
Furry Tales
Collect a chart from the adorable Furry Tales® family, designed by Lucie Heaton
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Two exclusive gifts!

Enjoy two amazing gifts this issue – a fab birthday card and a cute ‘chocolate box’ cottage chart!
GIFT
1 Inside your kit...

To help you sort your threads, here
is a list of the colours and number
of lengths inside your exclusive kit:
Dark blue x 1
Dark pink x 2
Pink x 2
Light pink x 1
Yellow x 3
Light blue x 1
Dark green x 1
Green x 5
Light green x 2
Blue x 2
Grey x 2
Total: 22 lengths
Happy Birthday key

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Cross stitch, fractionals, 6.5x9.5cm (2½x3¾in)
backstitch DESIGNED BY Durene Jones
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create an idyllic country
garden scene with sweet
little French knot flowers
Meet the designer

LESLEY TEARE
My picture of a pretty,
country cottage with its
thatched roof, white
wood picket fence
and flowers round the
door is typical of many
of the cottages that I
see each day here
in Suffolk.

Project Birthday Cat
DESIGNED BY MARGARET SHERRY
Make
a wish!
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stitching this oh-so-adorable kitty as a sweet gift
ommemorate a loved one’s
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turning 5, 50 or 100, with this
paw-sitively radiant kitty and his
lovingly baked sweet treat. Everyone
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to stitch
will adore this cuddly cat, especially as Type of Stitches

Cross stitch, half cross stitch,
he’s bringing a big birthday cake.
backstitch
It’s not a Margaret Sherry design
Ease of Stitching
without plenty of backstitch to bring Beginner/advanced beginner
this fluffy feline to life. Backstitch in
charcoal grey makes the cat look extra
soft and strokable, and backstitch Once you’ve added your last
in a lighter grey adds detail to the backstitch, you’re ready to mount and
flames on the candles. This design frame your work. Here we’ve selected
is a great project to grow your a colour from the design and chosen
stitchy confidence with – it’s worked a frame to match. You can also turn
primarily in whole cross stitch, with a this cutie into a wall hanging, so this
little bit of half cross stitch thrown in happy chappie can join in with future
to make those candles glow. festivities – he’s no wallflower!
Meet the designer

Margaret Sherry
Margaret Sherry had such a way with creating
cute animal characters, particularly cats. Who
wouldn’t want to cuddle up with a plump
puss with lots of fluffy fur? The charm of her
illustrations show through in every stitch.

Birthday Cat Project
PURR-FECT
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year older and
another year wiser
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Your letters
We love to see what you’ve been stitching
EMILY
and hear your news, so send in your

photos, letters and tips today!
SUE
HANNAH TINA
Star Letter
THE PERFECT STASH
I thought you might like to see the box that I have made for
myself to hold the stash for my current project. Just look
how nicely the fun gift from The World of Cross Stitching
issue 285 (Oct 2019) fits in it. Thank you for all the inspiration.
Grr-ill master
Doreen Chinnery, Cornwall
Hannah: What a wonderful storage solution, Doreen! This
H i, I just wanted to share
a picture of my papa
‘Barbecue Bear’ from issue
Ian Hallows). I made this sweet
picture for my husband. He
loves to grill outside and while
is the perfect way to keep your stitchy items organised and
271 (Sept 2018, illustrated by he’s grilling, he keeps an eye
together for each project. I adore the stunning peacock
on our pets and kids. He loves
you’ve stitched on the lid of the box. I’m so pleased to see
my cross stitching. So, I was
the little storage box from the magazine being put to good
very happy to find this project
use, too! I’m not sure where you got yours from, but if our
and make it for him. I had
readers want to create their own storage box, Viking Loom
it framed at my local shop.
have a selection of different shaped boxes you can mount
My husband said this was his
your stitching in (www.vikingloom.co.uk).
happiest Father’s Day. Thanks
again for all of the beautiful
designs in your magazine.
Jenny Minichino,
via email
Tina: Your husband is
beaming, and we can see
why! If you’re looking for
Grr-ill master
A Father’s Day gift that
ideas for next Father’s Day,
went down bear-y well turn to page 38 for April
Rose’s hobby-inspired cards.
The perfect stash

Doreen has stitched the
perfect storage for her stash
Win!
Our Star Letter writer
wins three adorable
kits designed by Genny
Haines from Goldleaf
Needlework – ‘Dillon Worth
& Ko’, ‘Story Time’ and £47!
‘Flying Close Up’.
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Over to You
Welcoming a new baby

J ust thought you’d like to
Perfect
see my finished stitching
of the ‘Toy Shelf Sampler’ that
was featured in The World
of Cross Stitching back in
September 2018 (issue 271). It
Present
was designed by the talented
Amanda Gregory and featured
lots of traditional toys.
I thought I would love to
stitch a sampler for my cousin
that she could hang up in her
new baby girl’s bedroom. It
did take me a while to stitch, Welcoming a new baby
doing some each day. Claire stitched this playful toy
The local frame shop did sampler for her cousin’s baby girl
an excellent job of mounting
and framing the picture for
me, making it look even Love in bloom
Creative Tracey amended this
better! I just hope my cousin design to include the couple’s
and her husband likes it! names – can you spot them?
Thanks to all at WOXS,
for wonderful designs and CAT GOT YOUR KEYS?
projects in every single issue. LOVE IN
Claire Boston, Southport
Sue: Beautiful stitching,
I think the cute animal designs
from issue 285 (Oct 2019) are
very lovely (the Faithful Friends
BLOOM
Claire! That white frame is a
nice touch, as it gives your
Design Library by Rhona Norrie).
I made a keyring out of it. I just wanted to say
thank you to all at The
World of Cross Stitching.
project a professional finish. Elly Heemskerk, via email
Plus, the colour ensures that I had hunted high and
Emily: This is such a fab idea, low for a wedding card
it’ll fit in with any décor.
Elly. Have you ever tried making pattern that would be
your own stitchy coasters? right for my cousin, but
Stitchtastic (www.stitchtastic. nothing seemed to fit the
com) have glass coasters that bill. Then, when I was
you can safely insert your looking through my huge
stitching into. folder of patterns that I
Cat got your keys?
Keyrings are a fun and have retained from your
easy making-up project magazine, I came across
For charity
Elizabeth stitched these T-shirts the ‘Blackwork Sampler’
to help raise money for charity by Fiona Baker (issue 280,
For charity May 2019). I thought

that the centre panel,
with a few adaptations,
would make a wonderful
T his is me with my friends
George and Roseanne.
They’re modelling the T-shirts
wedding card.
I’m really pleased with
I stitched for them. They the result. If you look
donated to the charity I was closely at the blackwork,
raising money for. George you can see that I’ve
asked for a specific design included the bride and
which I managed perfectly! groom’s first names.
Roseanne requested a cat on Tracey Knight,
a bright shirt... as you can see via email
I went in a different direction! Tina: Wow, that’s so
But, thankfully, they were both clever, Tracey! Your
very happy with my choices. cousin and her new
Elizabeth McFarlane, husband must have been
via email delighted to receive such
Hannah: You’ve done a a thoughtful card.
smashing job – well done!
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Over to You
Purr-fect cushion
I thought you might like to see my finished
cushion of the lovely black cats pattern from
issue 276 (January 2019). I always have a project
on the go and as I love cats, as soon as I saw the
cushion, I knew it was a must-stitch. It has been
much admired by cat lovers and non-cat lovers Purr-fect cushion
alike. Your magazine is eagerly awaited each Liz’s cat cushion has been
month to see what will be my next creation. admired by many visitors
Liz Whelan, via email
Tina: I can see why your cat cushion has been
admired by many, Liz – it’s really lovely. The cushion will certainly
be a talking point in your home. This design by Durene Jones
Love is best
is one of my all-time favourites. I just love the way that the cats
are peering into the frames from all sorts of different angles – it W hen my son got
married, I knew I
needed to make a wedding
looks like these cats have very playful personalities!
sampler for him and his new
wife. And I knew it had to be
by Lizzie*Kate* – my favourite
Stitching beauty
Phyllis returned to stitching after
SEASONAL FLORALS designer. I have added their
names and the wedding date
30 years and this is her first finish
H ello! I wanted to show you my Chinese lantern
wreath from the chartbook that came with issue 284
(September 2019). I love them and this piece!
to the design. I also changed
some of the colours to match
Stitching Katariina Pirhonen, Hämeenlinna, Finland

Sue: I’m a big fan of Amanda Gregory’s floral designs so
their wedding colours. I really
hope you like it.
Mary Cay Collopy,
beauty I was thrilled when we featured 12 of her seasonal floral

wreath charts as a gift with the
magazine. And it’s really nice
California, USA
Emily: Great design choice,
Mary! I love the sentiment.
H ello, I’m Phyllis Encinias
from Pensacola, Florida,
USA. I’m retired and love cross
to see others enjoying the
designs, too. Katariina,
I really like how
stitching. I picked up stitching you’ve stitched the
after a 30-year break. I did Chinese lantern
‘Stitching Beauty’ by Teresa Gil wreath on
Designs. She was such a joy to rustic fabric
stitch. I used 16-count fabric – it makes
from Fabrics by Stephanie LLC the vibrant
(www.stephsfabbys.com) with oranges and
DMC threads. Please find the reds really
image attached. pop!
Phyllis Encinias,
Pensacola, Florida, USA Seasonal florals
Katariina loves the floral
Hannah: Wow, Phyllis! This wreaths in our chartbook
‘Stitching Beauty’ is stunning! Love is best
Mary stitched this sampler
I absolutely love all of the for her son’s wedding
detail in the lady’s billowing
dress. Thank you for sharing
the photo with us. It’s nice to
Each month we randomly
hear that you got back into
cross stitching after such a
long break. Stitching is one of
those hobbies that’s like riding
a bike and you’ve certainly
SuStars select three subscribers to
win a prize as a thank you
This month’s winners are:

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Mandy Dixon, Leeds
To
subscribe
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showed us all that by picking `
Pauline Griffith, Stanford-le-Hope
such an intricate design to `
Mary Johnson, Bridgend
stitch as your first project.
If you fancy working on a
smaller design next, flip to our
Prizes every month!
‘Best of British’ Design Library The lucky winners will each be receiving these cute Tatty
(p47) to find 47 quick-and- Teddy ‘Dinky Bears’ kits, worth over £29.98! To be in with
easy motifs to stitch. Keep a chance of winning a special prize next month, all you
have to do is subscribe! Turn to page 44 for our offer.
up the good work and let us
know what you tackle next!
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Over to You
IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO PICK UP A WIP Hole-in-

H ello, I wanted to share with you the recent project that I have completed. I have
recently started cross stitching again after a six-year break and my step-mum asked
me if I would complete the photographed project for her. She started it over 30 years ago
one
and it got put away and left in storage. The photo on the left is the piece as I received it
and the photo on the right is it finally finished.
I thoroughly enjoyed stitching this, as it was completely different to anything that I
T hought you would like to
see my special birthday
card to my golf-mad husband.
would choose to stitch and my step-mum is so pleased with it that she is getting it framed This card design was from
to go on her bedroom wall. issue 281 (June 2019). It turned
Louise Mackin, via email out really well, his birthday was
Tina: This is such a lovely story, Louise. Thank you for sharing it with us. It really is never on 13 August. Many thanks for
too late to get back into stitching, or to pick up a WIP! In this case, it’s so nice that you your great magazine.
were able to finish Julia Henning, via email
the design that Sue: I love the way you’ve
your step-mum personalised this fun design
had started such a with the backstitch greeting.
long time ago. It’s a
beautiful design so
I can see why your
step-mum wanted
to see it finished
and framed in her
home. I hope you
continue stitching!
Hole-in-one
If you’re included
in the photo holding Julia made a fun card for
your stitching, then her husband’s birthday
we’ll boost the size
of the prize as it’s
always lovely to see
It’s never too late your friendly faces! SEND US YOUR
Louise finished stitching a design that
her step-mum started 30 years earlier
NEWS
To have and to hold
Don’t forget to send all your
letters and photos in to us!
Email us at:
I wanted to share with you my most recent project and the one I am
most proud of to date. My sister is getting married in November and
I wanted to make sure I finished this in time. I started it very early on
theworldofxstitching@
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and luckily have it all wrapped up in plenty of time. The design is one The World of Cross Stitching,
by Faby Reilly which was published in The World of Cross Stitching Immediate Media Co,
(issue 277, February 2019). From the moment I saw this Eagle House, Colston Avenue,
beautiful, elegant design I knew my sister would love it. Bristol BS1 4ST
It has really helped me advance my stitching as well as it Get in touch on Facebook, too!
was the first time I’ve used evenweave and added beads
and sequins. I think I’ve found a new
favourite fabric! Thank you for the
inspiration and joy you bring.
Jennifer Cunliffe, via email
Hannah: This is such a beautiful
design by Faby Reilly and you’ve
stitched it brilliantly, Jennifer! I can
see why you were drawn to this design
To have and to hold
for your sister’s wedding. It’s going to Jennifer enjoyed putting Each letter printed only
be a perfect reminder of her special day. her cross stitching skills in The World of Cross
I’m glad to hear you enjoyed pushing to the test with this Stitching and not in any
your stitching skills. Faby’s started a new elegant wedding sampler other cross stitching
series of quick challenges each month so magazines will win
readers can try new techniques – turn to a crafty mystery prize!
page 56 for this month’s challenge.
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Project Spring Sampler (Part 3)
PART 3
SPRING
STITCH-A-
LONG
Traditional sampler
motifs are celebrated
in this exclusive
design from the
Historical Sampler
Company

Spring Sampler (Part 3) Project
DESIGNED BY HISTORICAL SAMPLER COMPANY
Heirloom
project
Enjoy the final part of our Stitch-A-Long design where
birds, blossoms and garden produce take centre stage
Great
elebrating the classical samplers for all
C of yesteryear, designs from the
Historical Sampler Company
showcase motifs and patterns that
needlewomen of old would use to
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Stitching Time
Approx. 18 hours
abilities
hone their stitching skills. This is Type of Stitches

the final part of their Stitch-A-Long Cross stitch
design, created especially for The Ease of Stitching
Beginner
World of Cross Stitching, and we think
it may be our favourite section so far.
It’s not just the mini vegetable perfect love – what lovely sentiments
motifs that we’ve fallen in love with, to have on display in your home.
although they are simply adorable, Our design is worked on specially
the real stars are the glorious white dyed 16-count Zweigart aida, but
doves sitting mirrored alongside a if you want to give your sampler a
large stylised blue tulip. In traditional more traditional finish, use a 32-count
samplers, white doves signified the linen to keep alive the same stitching
Holy Ghost, representing mercy and experience that stitchers have been
peace, and tulips were the symbol of sharing for many generations.
Meet the designers

Historical Sampler Company
I love the idea of readers of The World of
Cross Stitching coming together to stitch this
design as part of the Stitch-A-Long. It reflects
the heritage of samplers being the building
blocks for improving and showcasing skills.

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Time to Chat
In the spotlight
Emma Horan
We chat to painter and cross stitch designer Emma Horan from her sunny home in Cornwall
ell us a bit about yourself acquainted with stitching as a
T I live in St Austell, Cornwall

where I make and sell cross
stitch kits and colouring postcards. I’m
also wife to Phil, a mum to a three-
therapeutic hobby and was on
the hunt for more colourful,
modern coastal scenes to
stitch. My husband suggested
year-old called Tommy and ‘Human I try to stitch my paintings.
Servant’ to a demanding cat named Strangely enough, a short while
Stoopy. When I’m not in the studio later I noticed some old cross
you’ll find me with my family exploring stitch software in a second-
Bright & cheerful
Cornwall’s beautiful countryside and hand bookshop for 20p, so it Emma loves using vibrant colours to
beaches, whilst daydreaming of future seemed silly not to try it. The create designs with a positive vibe
things to create! first design I created was ‘St Ives
North Harbour’. I had no idea what What art medium do you use?
When did you begin painting? I was doing – I personally stitched I mostly sketch out an idea or scene
As a child I was always creative, but I (and frogged) three complete versions and then paint this in acrylic before
didn’t really start painting until I was in of it! I posted a picture on Twitter using Cross Stitch Professional
my thirties. Adult life and various fast- and the response on social media software to finalise the design.
paced careers in city centre locations was incredible and it kick-started the
left little time for play. A couple of whole business. What do you love the most
years after relocating to Cornwall I about your work?
had to take some time off work and What’s your design style? I absolutely love hearing from
so, inspired by my surroundings, I My main aim is to create ‘feel good’ customers who have stitched my
started to paint scenes of the county. scenes so I tend to use cheerful, bold designs. I still get a buzz that someone
colours exaggerated by simple black has spent many hours working on
How did you start creating outlining. I’m not a big fan of stitching something which started out in my
cross stitch designs? fractional stitches or French knots so head. I have a customer gallery on my
Around this time, I was also re- mostly work in whole stitches only. website to showcase some of their
amazing finished pieces. I also do have
That sea air: Emma designs and makes cross to admit that getting to play around
stitch kits and colouring postcards, inspired by being creative in my studio is a pretty
Cornwall, from her studio and shop in St Austell
cool way to make a living.
Any plans for the future?

There is so much planned for this year!
I have four new cross stitch kit designs
which are in various stages of
completion. Then there is also the
option to turn my colouring postcard
designs into a book.
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Our panel of professionals are here to help you with CONTENTS
your cross stitch dilemmas – however large or small 34 IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Learn Lesley Teare’s top
tips for tricky stumpwork
35 WISHES GRANTED
Jenny has designed a cute
leopard gecko for Christie
36FRIENDLY ADVICE
Help from fellow stitchers
on how to amend charts
36 TECHNIQUE FOCUS
Fiona Baker Heather Nugent Hannah Erskine Jenny Barton Hannah Fletcher Heather explains how and
why to back with paper
Our Technical Editor Heather is our talented A lifelong stitcher, our Design pro Jenny has All set to hunt down
Fiona is ready to solve Charting Editor and is those elusive charts 37 DESIGN ROUND-UP
Charting Assistant been creating projects
any stitching dilemma on hand to help you Hannah can answer for us for years and is and products, Hannah’s Only the best designs for
and answer all your transform your stitching any chart or stitching ready to take on your here to find shopping your dad this Father’s Day
technique questions into finished items related questions design challenges answers that you need
Heather: Sorry to hear

Sunset beach Sunset beach A you’re struggling to find
A stitching paradise from I have been wanting to this fabric for a reasonable
issue 283 on dyed fabric Q stitch the sunset project price, Jacqui. Have you
by Fiona Baker in issue 283 thought about hand-dying
(August 2019). I’m having some aida yourself? This is a
problems finding the tropical great way to produce unique-
aida, however I live in Australia looking fabric, as you can
and not many places stock it create a graduated effect
unfortunately, and those that fairly easily by dip-dying the
do are abroad and have material using various colours
overseas shipping costs, of the sunset. Remember to
making the fabric too use fabric-safe dyes and
expensive for me. Do you always wash in cold water
know of any places online that before starting your stitching,
stock it in Australia? Or are so as to minimise it bleeding
there any alternative fabrics into your threads. Have fun
I can use for the project? trying this out and let us
Jacqui, via email know how you get on!
Searching for calendar chums Calendar chums

Check Facebook or eBay
I have recently got back into cross stitching and I am for these Wrendale charts
Q looking for a back issue of 247, which had a lovely
Wrendale Designs animals calendar that came with it. Can
you tell me where I can buy a copy from? I would like a
physical copy rather than digital, to get the calendar charts.
Michelle Campbell, via Facebook
Hannah F: I’m afraid all the back issue copies of this
A issue have sold out, sadly, but you could look on eBay
for reputable sellers, or check out The World of Cross
Stitching’s Facebook group, where another member may have
a copy they’d be willing to send or sell you. Do remember
though that it’s against copyright law to share photocopied/
scanned copies of charts, but it’s fine if another stitcher is
happy to send you the original. I hope you manage to track
this down and stitch these popular Wrendale designs!

In the spotlight
LESLEY TEARE, DESIGNER
the leaves onto

Find a leaf buddy the fabric before
I’m currently stitching the ‘Stumpwork working the satin
Q Cottage’ by Lesley Teare in issue 279 stitch over the top. I recommend
(April 2019), but having trouble following using a magnifying glass or a lamp,
the leaf instructions. I’ve used felt for the as this will make it easier to see where
padding but it slides around before I can to place both the tacking and the
stitch over the top of it. Any suggestions? satin stitches. Or, if you have a crafty
They’re so tiny and fiddly. Thank you for buddy to hand, why not ask them if
your help, keep up the great designs. they’d mind holding the felt shape in
Sandra Poole, via email place while you stitch? It’ll be worth
the patience and team effort! Check Leaf buddy
A Lesley: I’m so pleased to hear you’re
enjoying my ‘Stumpwork Cottage’.
out my website www.lesleyteare.com Zoom in on fiddly
stumpwork with a
for more creative designs, and do share
The leaves are indeed quite small and fiddly magnifier or lamp
a photo of your finished work on my
to hold, but it sounds like you’re almost
Facebook page, too! Good luck!
there with them. All you need to do is tack
Missing springtime
Help! I have a gift called ‘Springtime Stitch Kit’ that came
Tracking down tiger
This stylish stripy
Q with your magazine, but I can’t find the issue it went with,
tiger is available as a which must have the charts inside. Can you help?
download from Etsy Julie Hansen, California, USA
Hannah E: Fear not, Julie – the ‘Springtime Stitch Kit’ was
A gifted with issue 241, however it didn’t actually come with
any patterns to stitch. Instead, it contained patterned cards with
envelopes, aida, threads, sequins, ribbon and a needle for using
on a range of your own projects. If you don’t want to use your
items straight away, keep them to hand for a later date when the
perfect project comes along – it’s a great crafty stash boost!
Cutting skeins down to size

I am new to cross mind we only supply enough
Q stitching and I’m working thread with this kit to
on the bookmark gifted with complete it on the included
issue 290 (February 2020). 14-count size fabric, so you
I find 14-count aida a bit small may find you run out on a
Tracking down tiger for me though, so I’ve bought
a larger weave fabric.
larger weave. You’re correct
that some larger projects may
Could you please recommend a kit of a tiger? Not a large However, in the magazine it require more than one skein,
Q one – maybe around 5in square, as I have to complete it says which threads to use but and any additional ones are
quite quickly. Many thanks and just love your magazine! not how many skeins are always indicated at the
Sue Weinrich, via email needed – presumably there bottom of the keys for each
Hannah F: I couldn’t find a small enough kit of a tiger, will be occasions when more project. If none are listed, then
A so how about this ‘Tiger Cross Stitch Pattern #338’ by than one skein is needed to just a 1.8m skein or less of
RockingHorseCS* on Etsy? This sweet and simple geometric complete a larger chart? each colour will suffice.
design is available as an instant download PDF pattern for just Annette Rushton,
£4.25 and uses just nine DMC shades to create the stylish via email
design. Measuring approx. 18x12cm (7x5in) it’s a little bigger Heather:
than the one mentioned in your request, but the simple A I hope you enjoy
shapes and shading should mean it’s quick to stitch. There’s a stitching the
full colour as well as a black and white chart included, and bookmark, Annette.
being an instant downloadable pattern means you can get It’s a good idea to
started straight away using materials from your craft stash. start off with a larger
I hope this suits your requirements, Sue! size aida if you need Cutting skeins down to size
to. Please keep in The key should indicate how many
skeins of thread a design will need

Wishes granted
Request a design and our resident design
R
eexpert, Jenny, might just chart it for you…
Leopard Gecko key
Gorgeous gecko
Christie’s daughter is going to be really pleased with this stitch DMC Anchor Madeira
H 08 1050 1905 brown
10 10
My daughter would love J 413 236 1713 grey
Q me to stitch her either a 10
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vH H vgvvHvH
leopard gecko or her Coton v vv
v n
n J
g g
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g vHv g g J g ggg J g g
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v b
bggggggbb g 739 366 2014 cream
Coton may be hard to stitch, vvHv v HHvHvHv
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since she is pure white, so I’ve vHvHv vHvHvHvvvvvHHv v vbbbb
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b 818 23 502 pink
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attached a pic of the gecko.
v
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n 3012 843 1606 green
Christie Herrick, b
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gvHvb bbbbbv vHb v vg 3 3072 847 1805 light stone grey
via Facebook g gggg gvvgvvgg
g g j j
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Jenny: I have a soft spot
A for geckos, Christie, and
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33jjjjjj33333jjjjjjjjjjj33j3 Backstitch in two strands
this one is a real cutie, so I 10 33333333333333333333333333j33
hope I have done it justice in 33333333333333333jjjjjjjj3 ––––– blanc 2 2402 white
stitches! It uses natural-looking STITCH COUNT 23 high x 30 wide
brown, grey and green colours DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave)
so be sure to sort your threads – 4x5.5cm (1 x2 in)
– and stitch – in a good light. This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton
Please note: Jenny can only fit in fairly small designs and for copyright reasons she is unable to chart logos, or characters from films and TV.
Pet portrait STITCHING

Q I’d love to stitch
pictures of my cats.
Can you tell me which
HELP!
company produce the best Don’t forget to send all
charts from coloured your stitchy questions and
photos – digital or prints? design requests in to us!
Alison Bullough, Email us at:
via email theworldofxstitching@
Fiona: Check out immediate.co.uk
A DMC’s* Snap & Stitch Write to:
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Year-round stitches with Bristol BS1 4ST
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of colours, to produce a Send in queries via Facebook too:
PDF chart of your image for
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this service is free.
A stitch for all seasons
I saw Maria Diaz’s projects like these! So far
Q beautiful ‘Spring we’ve featured a ‘Halloween
Sampler’ pattern in issue 291 Sampler’ in issue 259 (Oct
(March 2020). Where can I 2017) and a ‘Winter Sampler’
find the other seasons? in issue 275 (Special 2018). To We will try and answer your
Heather Meier, find these issues you can still questions as soon as we can, but
Pet portrait via Facebook download the digital back if you’re working to a specific
Upload your pet photo onto DMC’s issue copies via our Apple deadline then do let us know!
Snap & Stitch service to get a chart Hannah F: That’s great
A you’re looking for other and Android apps.

QUICK
Friendly advice
We asked our Facebook fans for top tips on converting
and tweaking charts – here’s what they said…
Q&A
was in my local fabric
I shop and found a
Karlyna Schroeder: Claire Fisher: If changing Katrina Cornell: product called ‘monks
I swap colours based on what colour, put all the threads I converted a unicorn pattern cloth’ that looked like
I have, especially on small onto the fabric in good light from WOXS magazine into a aida. What is it and can I
projects. That way I can use to make sure they don’t horse for a bookmark I made cross stitch on it?
some of my leftover stash. disappear into the fabric, for a friend. Definitely use M Flynn, Gibraltar
especially if you are using graph paper and sketch it out Fiona: Monk’s cloth is
Deborah Richardson: coloured fabric. multiple times to get it right. a loose woven cotton
If you’re combining designs There is also a programme fabric, which is similar
you can draw an outline of Susan Sprigg: I adapted you can download where you to aida in the way that
each motif on paper, cut it a pattern for a birth sampler can design your own charts – the weave is made up of
out and then move them that was intended for twins. www.pcstitch.com. blocks of threads. Unlike
around on a larger piece of Graph paper is the key, plus aida however, you must
graph paper so you can get a sharp pencil. I prefer blue Find us on Facebook pre-wash it in cold water
the spacing right. graph paper because your and join in with the as it often shrinks, making
drawing shows up easier. chat. If you’re lucky, it difficult to establish the
Emma Urbanski: your tip might appear correct count and size you
When swapping colours, it’s Jo Wisely: I always count here! Just log on to might require for a cross
important to make sure the how many stitches high and www.facebook.com/The stitch project.
shades from light to medium wide an element is, so that I WorldofCrossStitching
to dark go well together – can find the centre of it and and hit ‘like’ at the top
take your time finding the know I have allowed enough of the page!
best combinations. space on the fabric.
TECHNIQUE FOCUS KNOW

-HOW
Backing with paper
I’m currently working on the ‘Egg Hunt Set’ from
Q issue 279 (April 2019). Step 3 says: ‘For a shaped
design, back with paper first.’ I have never done this Artistic mouse
before and am not sure what you mean by this. Do I Pam is on the hunt for a
particular creative chart
glue white paper onto the cross stitch I am to cut out,
and then cut? Thanks for all your help.
Jan Winning, via email thought I saw a
Heather: To cut out any shape from aida, back it
I pattern in WOXS
A with either white paper or iron-on interfacing first, with a mouse painting,
to limit the possibility of fraying. Aida doesn’t Backing with paper but I can’t find it! I would
fray as much as evenweave, but frayed fibres Heather explains why we really like to make it for my
can occur when the blocks of weave are cut at back stitching with paper daughter who is an artist
an angle. With the egg set, we recommended and whose nickname is
paper as the stitching is backed onto patterned Mouse. Am I imagining it?
card, and you wouldn’t want this pattern to If not, where can I find it?
show through the fabric and spoil the finish. Pam Tungl, Facebook
Use acid-free double-sided tape rather Hannah F: What a great
than glue for a more secure finish – simply idea, Pam! I did come
apply strips of tape to the paper, filling an area across this Furry Tales
slightly larger than the stitching. Peel off the design by Lucie Heaton
backing and press firmly onto the back of the in issue 227 (April 2015).
stitching. Cut it to the shape you desire, safe in If this is the one, you can
the knowledge that the stitching will be secure find this as a digital back
and the white paper reaches to the edges. issue via our app.

Design round-up Make for

Father’s
Day
Let the important man in your life know how much
they mean to you with one of these awesome stitches
QUICK-TO-STITCH GREAT FOR BEGINNERS
GONE FISHING GREEN VINTAGE

T his design might be a
tiddler, but it’s still a
CAR
catch! Those in a hurry can
download this from Maria
Diaz’s* website and stitch in
an evening or two. And
your dad doesn’t have to be
an angler to appreciate the
sentiment behind the
phrase ‘gone fishing’.
£1.59
Whole stitches-only make
this a good choice for
novice stitchers who like
backstitch, which is used to lassic car lovers will appreciate the detail that’s

achieve the vivid detail of C gone into Mouseloft’s* ‘Green Vintage Car’
the golden fishing line and (003-F03sml) kit. You can recreate this compact retro
the shape of the fish. design in whole cross stitch and backstitch using mainly
Stitch count: 36 wide by green and grey stranded cotton. Great for wheel-mad
35 high, 7x7cm (3x3in) on
14-count aida
£1 dads. The design fits nicely into a 6.5cm (2.5in) hoop.
Stitch count: 25 wide by 18 high, on 14-count aida
COOL CHARACTER DESIGN REALISTIC DETAIL
CHAMPION MODERN NARROW

S how your dad he’s a winner with a fun design
from RIOLIS, available from Stitcher* (SSN44180). BOAT
Dressed in a football strip and wearing a number one f cruising along the
shirt, this happy lion holds his trophy with pride. The kit I canals is your pop’s
has excellent instructions, a colour and symbol chart, idea of heaven, then
plus pre-sorted threads and Zweigart 14-count white here’s the perfect design
aida. This is a Father’s Day gift to make your dad proud. for him. ‘Modern Narrow
Stitch count: 49 wide by 66 high, 13x16cm (5x6¼in) on Boat’ (NBMN944) from
14-count white aida Heritage Crafts* plays
with perspective
beautifully, with diagonal
half stitches creating the
boat’s reflection on the
water. This makes a
relaxing project as well as
a great gift for Father’s
Day (or any other day).
Stitch count: 54 wide by 39
high, 10.5x7.5cm (4x3in) on
£8.99 14-count white aida

£11.95

Project Father’s Day Cards
DESIGNED BY SIOBHAN AT APRIL ROSE
Especially
for dad
Show your dad how much you care this Father’s Day with
a special stitched card and sentiment
Perfect
hether he is your dad, backstitch
W grandad, step-dad, family
friend or perhaps even
your husband, we hope you have a
special man in your life who deserves
Factb
Stitching Time
Approx. 10-12 hours each
detail
celebrating on Father’s Day. April Rose Type of Stitches

Cross stitch, half cross stitch,
has created this set of card designs
backstitch, French knots
with Father’s Day in mind, packed
Ease of Stitching
with the hobbies and pastimes that Advanced beginner/
men of all ages can enjoy. intermediate
Worked on 14-count aida with
no fractionals and minimal French
knots, this project will be a breeze to All of the greetings have been
stitch. Each motif is set off by an oval designed to sit within the same sized
frame, but if you are short on time, space, so you can mix and match
you could leave this off. Or, if you’re them. If you have a grandad who
looking for a really fast finish, work still loves to get out and about on his
these as backstitch-only motifs on a bike, why not adapt the greeting in
coloured fabric background instead. the bike design to make his day!
Meet the designer

Siobhan Harrison
I think a vintage colour palette and style
works especially well for Father’s Day cards.
If you’re after a gift idea, you could stitch the
four motifs together and make them up into
a cushion cover for his favourite chair.

Father’s Day Cards Project
MAKE
HIM FEEL
LOVED
Stitch a motif on
a handkerchief
using soluble or
waste canvas for a
matching gift

Sue
READER PANEL
My husband has
participated in the
London to Brighton
bicycle ride for the
last couple of years,
so I think he would
love the Father’s Day
card with the bicycle
design. I would stick
to the original colours
as my husband’s
bicycle is a boring
matte black and blue
is his fave colour.
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Father’s Day Cards Project
Father’s Day Cards key

How to... patch stitching Z

DMC Anchor Madeira
B5200 1 2401 white
onto a card 8 162 9159 1101 light delft blue
9 562 210 1205 dark pine green
1 Once you’ve finished
stitching your design, cut C 563 208 1207 pine green
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the back of the aida. t 3705 35 410 light scarlet
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EMILY,
DESIGNER
I have always
admired April
Rose’s elegant
and vintage style,
and these designs
are now top of
my ‘to-stitch’ list.
The cards are very
adaptable, so I’ll be
stitching the bike
with a different
greeting for my
keen-cyclist dad.

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Best of British
GRAB A CUPPA AND ENJOY STITCHING
THIS RATHER SPLENDID COLLECTION
47
SMASHING
IDEAS
Jenny Barton’s designs are a celebration of all things British.

This is one that Anglophiles won’t want to miss!
47 quick-and-easy motifs Jenny Barton’s design inspiration Stitches for every skill level
Helpful tips and advice Unique present ideas for your special someone

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FIT FOR A QUEEN RED, WHITE & BLUE

Cuddle up with this royal corgi (8), the famed choice Fly the Union Jack flag high! Stick your stitching (2) onto
companions of Her Royal Highness. Insert your stitching some card and then attach to a skewer to make a cake
into an oblong aperture card and finish with ribbon. poke – the perfect decoration for an afternoon tea.
THE REAL DEAL KEEP CALM & DRINK TEA

Fans of Scotland’s famous Loch Ness Monster will adore When in doubt, stick the kettle on! Trim your stitching
this little stitchy Nessie (18). Simply fray and patch your (21) to two squares, fray to one square and then back
stitching onto a tag, then finish with matching ribbon. with white paper and stick to your chosen cake tin.

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SCENIC SPOT SPREAD THE LOVE

The White Cliffs of Dover (15) are such an iconic It’s that age old debate, should jam or cream go first on
landmark and look just striking on a card. Fray and a scone? Make your choice and stitch the appropriate
patch your design onto a single-fold card of your choice. colours on this sweet motif (26), then patch onto a jar.
MIND THE GAP TO STITCH, OR NOT TO STITCH?

If you’ve ever been on the London Underground you’ll Well, obviously to stitch! You can create William
recognise this sign. Insert your stitching (28) into a glass Shakespeare (16), the Bard of Avon himself, and patch
square coaster (available from www.stitchtastic.com). onto a book or notebook to help you feel inspired.
*For stockists, see page 90

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Project Quick Challenge
LEARN... LONG & SHORT STITCHES
Faby’s masterclass
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Mill Hill seed beads
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This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton and
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MORE: Faby Reilly has been

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short stitch beads
1 Thread your needle with 1 Using a thread shade
four strands of the required to match the bead, start the
thread colour. For vertical stitch using the loop start
stitches work in rows and for method (see page 97 to
horizontal stitches work in learn how). Thread the bead
columns, changing colours if through the first diagonal
called for on the pattern. stitch of the cross stitch.
2 This stitch is made up 2 For the second diagonal
of a series of simple straight stitch, separate the two
stitches, alternating between strands and keep them on
long and short. These stitches either side of the bead. This
should be so close together will ensure that it stays on,
that the fabric doesn’t show tight and upright.
through. Take your time.
3 Please pay close 3 Then slide your needle
attention to the chart and key in-between these threads,
to make sure you change the through the fabric, to secure
thread colour when necessary the bead in place. You can
to create the shading on the stitch individual beads this
bulb of the thistle. way, or entire rows.

Project Citrus Kitchen Set
DESIGNED BY AMANDA BUTLER
Twist of
lemon
Ready, steady, cook! This refreshing citrus fruit set will
add a vibrant zest for life to your kitchen
ot only do lemons add a fresh
N boost to your cooking, but they

can inspire your décor, too.
Amanda has designed not one, but
three gorgeous citrus patterns using
Factb
Stitching Time
Approx. 45-55 hours
Try
blending
a vintage botanical illustration style for the set

that is sure to turn heads. The mix of Type of Stitches
vibrant lemons of varying ripeness are Cross stitch, blending,
backstitch
so realistic we can almost smell them.
Ease of Stitching
We’re spoilt for choice – there’s
Advanced beginner/
a large pattern that can be made intermediate
into a roomy apron pocket, and two
repeat border patterns which’ll look
fab on a tea towel or oven glove. Each the use of blended threads makes this
separate element of the design, such design shine, quite literally, giving a
as the detailed leaves and delicate, glossy sheen to the under-ripe fruits.
white blossoms, are stitched in four This set is guaranteed to add a sunny
different colours of backstitch, which warmth to you and your kitchen all
really brings everything to life. And year round, whatever the season.
Meet the designer

Amanda Butler
This wonderful citrus fruit set will suit any
kitchen, its fresh and bright colours promoting
a zestful, light and airy feel. It’ll create all the
inspiration you need as you prepare tasty
meals for the whole family.

Citrus Kitchen Set Project
CREATE
A STYLISH
GIFT SET
When life gives you

lemons… turn them
into fun and handy
accessories for
your kitchen!

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(¾in) seam allowance and back with the apron, cut a length of fabric Shopping list
a piece of medium-weight iron-on measuring 12cm (4¾in) high by the Zweigart* 14-count white aida measuring
interfacing. Fold a 1cm (½in) double desired width – this will need to be 30x32cm (11¾x12½in), 3in and 2in wide
hem on all four edges, press and then your waist measurement, plus 80cm white aida bands cut to desired length
stitch into place. (31½in). Fold over a 2cm (¾in) seam Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Size 24 tapestry needle
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Medium-weight iron-on interfacing, oven
(ours was square but it would work with a steam iron, then fold in half gloves, tea towels and backing fabric of your
equally well with a rectangular one). lengthways, sandwiching the top choice from local stores
Pin stitching to the front of the towel edge of the tea towel inside, before
so it sits centrally (orientating the pinning in place. Sew along the waist Thread & fabric cost
towel as you prefer) and sew along band 0.5cm (¼in) away from the top, Approximately £30
the sides and bottom edge. Leave the bottom and side edges, through all *For stockists see page 90
top edge open to create a pocket. the layers. Press to finish.

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Shopping list
Zweigart* 14-count white aida measuring
20x25cm (7¾x9¾in) to make a sign like
ours, or 10x10cm (4¾x4¾in) for individual
letters
Stitch it,
fix it!
Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Size 24 tapestry needle
Stiff white card, metal eyelets and cord of
your choice from local stores

Approximately £20
Make this toolbox-themed plaque to show your DIY-mad
dad he’s number one this Father’s Day

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Project Pet of the Month
Pet of the month

We know you’re huge fans of pets, so have us design a cross stitch of a beloved animal!
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he loves all his people (or subjects?). He
waits for all his family to come home each
evening and then loves to cuddle up in my
lap, tucked under a blanket, while I stitch
away on my latest projects. Oreo purrs all
the time and is such a happy cat. I would
really love to be able to stitch his image.
I’ve attached a photo of him looking his
typical elegant self.
Connie Offutt, via email
Durene says: Oreo certainly looks
A like a gentleman with his bi-colour
tuxedo markings. I’m sure you’ve heard
how cats were worshipped in ancient
Egypt? Well, during my research I found
that the majority of the cats depicted in
these ancient tombs were tuxedo cats! So,
that might explain Oreo’s royal tendencies.
Here I’ve used some dark greys to add
some depth to Oreo’s black fur. Then, to
bring out his green eyes, I’ve used these
same greens to add a simple background.
I hope you enjoy his regal portrait!
Shopping list
25x25cm (9¾x9¾in)
Fun facts about tuxedo cats Size 24 tapestry needle

Round wooden frame and mount of
your choice with a minimum diameter of
• Tuxedo is not a specific breed • Simon, a tuxedo cat, received 9.5x9.5cm (3¾x3¾in)
of cat but refers to their bi-colour the PDSA Dickin Medal, the charity’s
markings, usually black with white. animal equivalent of the Victoria
• William Shakespeare, Sir Isaac Cross, for his services in World War II. Thread & fabric cost
Newton and Beethoven all had pet He protected the food stores on Approximately £12
tuxedo cats to keep them company. board the HMS Amethyst from rats. *For stockists see page 90

Pet of the Month Project
More pet ideas

Clippity clop
For those who are looking for a
gentle trot of a stitch rather than
a full-on gallop, this sweet little
‘Pony Cross Stitch Kit’ (XK-PONY)
is for you. Worked in whole stitch,
backstitch and a few fractionals,
this design is made up of six
colours and sized
at 6x5cm (2 x2in)
when stitched on
14-count aida.
Mosey down to
Elite Designs* to
get the kit (£4.50).
Soft as down
Adorable and loyal, the ‘Fluffy
Fab Puppy Cross Stitch Kit’ is definitely
weekend
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a snuggly companion that you’ll
always want to have by your side.
Stitching Time
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lp remove
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DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – aida, threads
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STITCHED BY Stephanie D’este

Know-how
Heather’s essential guide to

sewing machines
From the different parts to the types of stitches, expert Heather explains everything you need to know
aybe you have one unused in a cupboard, or
M perhaps you’d like to buy one but have never had

a go on one before? Our easy guide is the perfect
reassurance to show you the basics so you can get sewing!
1 Needle 6
Unlike a hand sewing needle, a machine needle
has the eye right above the sharp point. Most 7
sewing machines will come with a needle already
in place, but if not then you’ll find details of how
to change one inside your manual. Standard
needles are usually a size 70 or 80 (UK) for
cotton fabrics, but for heavier fabrics, like canvas
or denim, you’ll need a size 110 or 120. You can
find out which needle is best by looking online, 5
or by asking in your local fabric or craft shop.
2 Basic presser foot

This metal attachment sits beneath your needle
and holds the fabric in place, guiding it along as
you stitch. You can raise and lower the foot with
a little lever – lift it up when positioning your
fabric, and down when you’re sewing.
1
3 Speciality feet 2
Speciality feet, like this zipper foot, can be
swapped out with the presser foot to aid you
in doing more unusual or trickier tasks with
ease. There are special feet for quilting, creating
buttonholes, attaching zips and many more, so
make sure you’re using the right foot for the job.
4 Bobbin
A bobbin is a small spool made of plastic or
metal which loads into a casing beneath the
foot, either from the front or the top. Refer to
your machine manual to see which type you
have and to find out how to load it.
5 Reverse stitching
Reverse stitching is the best way to start and
finish off your line of stitches, securing the
threads by going backwards and forwards a few
times. Most machines, even older ones, will have
a button or switch to set your machine sewing in
the reverse direction.

Know-how
6 Thread feed 7 Thread tension dial 8 Stitch selection

The spool of thread sits at the top To adjust the tension, there’ll Different machines have different methods of
of your machine, and the thread be a numbered dial that can be changing the stitch type – it may be a button or
is passed through a number of raised or lowered. You may need a dial, but the result is the same. Straight stitch,
channels and loops before it’s to use this if you’re stitching with zigzag and buttonhole are the most common
threaded through the needle. This stiff or thick fabric, or if you are settings found on machines, but your machine
mechanism helps to maintain an stitching through several layers. may come with more decorative stitch options.
even tension. Higher numbers have tighter
tension and lower numbers will 9 Bobbin winder
make the stitches looser. This part of the machine is used to wind thread
onto the bobbin. When winding bobbins, you’ll
need to disengage the needle action – check
your machine manual to find out how to do this.
9 10 Hand wheel
Used to manually lift the needle up and down –
perfect for maneuvering around tight spots and
corners. Always turn the wheel towards you to
prevent the thread from getting tangled.
10 11 Stitch width
Some machines have this function built in,
11 12 automatically changing the width as you change
stitch type. On machines with a manual adjuster
– either a dial, or a button setting like ours –
leave the width at ‘0’ for straight stitches, as the
needle doesn’t need to move from side to side.
For other stitches, select a width and practise on
a piece of scrap fabric first.
8 12 Stitch length
Stitch length is variable for all types of stitches.
You can change the length using the adjuster
(dial or button) on your machine. For regular
sewing, use a stitch length of around 2-2.5mm,
as this will be strong enough for most types of
seam. A long stitch length is useful to create
tacking stitches, which can be removed later.
13 Foot pedal
13 Sitting on the floor,
it’s connected to your
machine by a cable.
Using gentle pressure
with your foot will result
in a slower stitching
speed, while pressing
harder will make the
motor work faster.
Let us know how you get on using your sewing

machine to turn your stitching into useful household
items or home décor. Get started by making the
‘Citrus Kitchen Set’ on page 58 or the ‘Key Pockets’
4 3 on page 78. Share photos of your makes by emailing
us at theworldofxstitching@immediate.co.uk

Project Summer Pier
STITCHER’S
CHALLENGE
This’ll bring back

those memories
of lazy summer
evenings strolling
along the pier

Summer Pier Project
DESIGNED BY FIONA BAKER
Pretty
promenade
Transport yourself to a sunset evening on the prom
complete with colourful fairy lights and hovering seagulls
here’s a special kind of light Play with
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days between dusk and
sunset, where horizons turn pink
and shadows stretch long and lazy
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Stitching Time
Approx. 70 hours
beads
into hazy evenings. Fiona Baker Type of Stitches

Cross stitch, fractionals,
captures that magical golden hour in
petit point, half cross stitch,
this stunning stitch, with an added
blending, backstitch,
twinkling of multicoloured fairy light French knots, beads
seed beads to light our way into Ease of Stitching
the summer nights. Advanced
The design is worked on 28-count
‘Evening Sunset’ evenweave with a
perfect sky-blue-pink transition dyed We’ve finished our design with
into the fabric. Having no sky stitches a simple mount and frame to really
brings the ornate lanterns and chain let the design speak for itself, but
of fairy lights into the foreground of this would also be a great stretched
the scene for brilliant perspective – canvas, or finished as a soft cushion
and makes it much quicker to stitch! for your favourite chair.
Meet the designer

Fiona Baker
This scene combines my favourite seaside
resorts that I loved to visit as a child – there’s
elements from Southsea, Ryde, Swanage and
Worthing. This design brings back many happy
memories, I can almost taste the fish & chips!

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Summer Pier key stitch
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Tracy READER PANEL
You just can’t publish enough seaside
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designs for my liking! I love the detail of
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Backstitch in one strand lampposts. I can almost feel the wind in my
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––––– 310 403 2400 black
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Backstitch in three strands
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TOP TIP
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Shopping list Take
time to fi
where to sta gure out
rt stitching
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this coloure
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sunset
O 02013 red red Mill Hill* seed beads as listed in the key
O 02054 brilliant shamrock Size 24 tapestry needle, beading needle
O 02089 brilliant sea blue Frame of your choice with a minimum
aperture of 30.5x25cm (11¾x9¾in)
29.5x25cm (11¾x9¾in) Thread & fabric cost
Approximately £46
SKEINS NEEDED 2x310 (black), 2x3790 (brown)
STITCHED BY Karen Purnell *For stockists see page 90
This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton and Mill
Hill seed beads on 28-count evenweave over two threads of
the fabric

Project Key Pockets
DESIGNED BY RHONA NORRIE
Keeper
of keys
These sweet fabric pockets will keep your keys safe and
sound, so you’ll never lose them again!
ome and car keys are some Fun
H of the most misplaced

everyday objects, it’s
happened to all of us at one point
or another and it’s a very frustrating
Factb
Stitching Time
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making-up
idea
experience! So, don’t waste your each

time trying to retrace your steps or Type of Stitches
doing the ‘searching for my lost keys’ Cross stitch, fractionals, half
cross stitch, backstitch
pat-down dance, just whip up one of
Ease of Stitching
these handy key pockets instead.
Advanced beginner
There are three homely motifs to
choose from – a cute and welcoming
cottage, a sweet bird carrying a key and bead for each person or picking
and a trio of flowers with the word a different backing fabric pattern.
‘keys’ – so each member of the As the saying goes ‘there’s a place
household can have their own design for everything and everything in its
for their set of keys. You can take place’ and these snug pockets are the
your personalisation a step further by perfect place for keys. Find out how
changing up the colour of the cord to make your own on page 82.
Meet the designer

Rhona Norrie
When I think of home, I recall the chirpy
birds visiting my window or flowers adding
beauty to a room. I wanted to incorporate
these elements into the key pocket designs
– I hope you like them!

Key Pockets Project
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housewarming
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Tracey READER PANEL

This is definitely something
I will make for my mother. She
is a very organised woman but
appears to have a blind spot
where keys are concerned! At
least if I make these her keys
will be easier to locate.
Template
Key pocket
Shopping list Visit www.gathered.how

to download your template or
21x18cm (8¼x7in) photocopy the template here.
Size 24 tapestry needle Photocopy or print out at 100%
Backing fabric, lining fabric, thin wadding,
cord, keyring, large bead and strong craft
glue of your choice from local stores

Approximately £25

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Project Key Pockets
How to... turn your stitched piece

into a key pocket
1 Place the template over the reverse of the 2 Take one panel of wadding and pin together with
stitching and draw around it. Make sure the stitching is the completed stitched panel and one lining panel. You
straight and central before cutting. Use the template to want the stitched piece and the lining fabric to have
cut out one panel of backing fabric, two panels of lining their right sides facing and the piece of wadding to be
fabric and two panels of thin wadding. on the wrong side of the lining panel.
3 Sew a 1cm (½in) seam allowance around all sides 4 Take a piece of cord of your choice – we chose
leaving a 3cm (1¼in) gap for turning. Trim away bulk a blue colour but you can choose any colour you like
fabric from the seams and then turn through and slip – and fold the cord in half to create a loop. Thread
stitch the gap closed. Repeat steps 2 and 3 with your the loop end through a keyring then thread the cord
backing fabric panel in the place of the stitching. through the loop so that the keyring is attached.
5 Tie a double knot 15cm (6in) up from the keyring 6 Pin the two padded panels together, with the
and thread through the bead. Place glue inside the hole lining panels facing, and hand sew together along the
of the bead just before it meets the knot and push the side seam until you reach the top of the arch. Insert
bead into position. Allow to dry. Tie a double knot on the beaded cord with the bead at the top and continue
the other side of the bead and cut off the excess cord. stitching until you reach the bottom of the pocket.

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Project Wedding Wreath
DESIGNED BY AMANDA GREGORY
To have
& to hold
Make a wedding memento the happy couple will treasure
forever with this delicate floral double hoop wreath
rowned the queen of cross stitch
C flowers, Amanda Gregory’s

delicate blooms are inspired by
floral studies she paints in her own
garden, and her love of flowers and
Factb
Stitching Time
Approx. 45 hours
Gorgeous
shading
cross stitch come together perfectly Type of Stitches

in this delicate wedding wreath. Cross stitch, fractionals,
backstitch
Amanda has included oriental
Ease of Stitching
lilies, white roses and sweet pink
Advanced beginner
gerbera daisies in her floral display,
worked in whole cross stitch with a
few fractionals in the lilies’ stamens, happy couple by a young flower girl
and backstitch in four different shades – these petals won’t make anybody
of thread. Any one of these blooms sneeze either! If you want to adapt
could be stitched on its own to make the design for use as a wedding
a card, scented sachet or small gift. sampler, simply add the couple’s
Framed in a special double hoop names and wedding date in the
hanging, we can picture this being centre of the wreath and frame your
carried down the aisle behind the stitching in a more traditional way.
Meet the designer

Amanda Gregory
I love the unusual shape of this design,
it’s both pretty and practical and would be
perfect for a summer wedding. As you stitch
this wreath, just imagine the wonderful
fragrance from those lilies and roses!

Wedding Wreath Project
STUNNING
FINISHING
IDEA
Try a modern double

hoop finish to frame
this glorious wedding
wreath for a special
couple’s big day

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This wreath will be perfect for my sister,
who is getting married this year. Not only
does it feature all her favourite flowers, these
are also her wedding colours and she is
planning to have lilies in her bouquet!

Wedding Wreath key

How to... make a double
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[ 907 255 1308 light green 4 Make sure the hoop screws are as tight as possible. Trim
U 920 1004 312 copper away excess fabric from the outside of the hoop, leaving a 1cm
q 961 76 610 dark rose pink (½in) border. Snip into this border at approx. 2cm (¾in) intervals
c 963 73 502 light rose pink and then use strong glue to afix the fabric to the inside of the
{ 987 244 1403 dark forest green 12in hoop. Then wait for the glue to completely dry.
n 989 241 1401 forest green 5 Cut into the centre of the design and trim away the excess
X 3716 25 503 rose pink fabric inside of the 5in hoop, leaving a 1cm (½in) border. Snip into
S 3803 69 2609 plum the border at 2cm (¾in) intervals. Fold over and glue to the
Z 3865 2 2403 natural white outside of the 5in hoop. Allow to dry.
Backstitch in one strand Finish with a piece of matching
––––– 936 269 1507 avocado green ribbon for hanging.
––––– 3790 393 1905 brown
––––– 3799 236 1713 grey
––––– 3803 69 2609 plum
28x28cm (11x11in)
STITCHED BY Joanne Hayward
HANNAH,
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Beginner? Follow Fiona’s guide to instant stitching success!
Stitching’s a breeze!
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CHOOSE YOUR
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Start with these must-have items
1. FABRICS
Begin with either aida or evenweave.
Aida is best for beginners, with regular
woven blocks and obvious holes. It’s
stiffer than evenweave, but will soften
slightly as you work. The most common
fabric is 14-count aida. It’s harder to work
fractional stitches on aida, as you’ll need
to make an extra hole in the fabric, in the
centre of the aida block.
Evenweave is a lovely fabric to work on
when you have a little more experience. START CROSS
The fibres aren’t woven in blocks as with
aida, so it’s softer and the fine weave
STITCHING…
has more threads-per-inch – the most Make sure you hit the mark the first
commonly used is 28-count. One stitch time every time with our top tips!
is usually worked over two threads of the
fabric so it has an equivalent design size Choose your project… Using the
of 14-count aida. Cross stitching fractional to stitch with, and are colourfast to 95°C. Factbox guide in every one of our projects,
Cheaper brands are available, but they’re you can make sure you choose the right level
stitches is easier on evenweave, as there’s
for you. Absolute beginners should aim for
a central hole spare so you don’t need to less durable and may not be colourfast.
a design without fractional stitches.
split a block as for aida.
3. NEEDLES Buy your materials… Use our
To cross stitch, use a tapestry needle, Shopping List for each project, which
which has a blunt tip and larger eye than specifies everything needed, like size of
fabric and finishing materials. Using another
a regular sewing needle. It easily passes
fabric with different HPI (holes per inch),
through the fibres of aida and evenweave. will give a different finished size of design.
Different needle sizes are available, with Calculate your fabric requirements like this:
varying lengths and widths, so choose the Stitch count divided by HPI of ‘new’ fabric
best for your fabric – see our handy guide. choice = new size in inches. Add at least
Other needles are useful too… try a fine 10cm (4in) on each dimension to allow for
beading needle for adding bead accents. mounting, or less for cards.
Fabric choices: Aida (left) You may also prefer a sharp-tipped
Get ready… We always recommend
with obvious holes is better embroidery (or crewel) needle to split aida
for beginners. Evenweave starting in the centre of a design and
blocks when stitching fractional stitches. working outwards. Our charts are marked
(right) has a finer weave
Tapestry needle Aida Evenweave with two centre arrows so find a symbol
close to the centre and begin there.
6-count
8-count Get set… Find the corresponding
2. THREADS 11-count 22, 25 & 27-count centre of your fabric by folding in half and
You’ll need stranded cotton – this 14-count 28-count half again. The point where the folds cross
coloured thread comes in 8m skeins and corresponds to the centre so this is where
16-count 32-count*
is made up of six strands. The count of your central stitch should go.
18-count 36 & 55-count
your fabric will determine the number of
Get stitching… Begin your stitches in
strands you use in your needle. Typically
two strands of thread. Use a loop start, as
for 14-count aida you’ll use two strands it’s the neatest way to get going. It uses one
for cross stitch and just one strand for double-length (80cm) strand with both ends
backstitch. This is indicated in the key or threaded together. See our diagrams for how
instructions for your project. There are to stitch. Finish threads by weaving the left-
three main brands – DMC, Anchor and over ‘tail’ under a few stitches at the back.
Madeira – which are all smooth and easy 18 20 22 24 26 28 *Also includes 22-count Hardanger

Beginners’ Guide
How to stitch Loop start With

Tackle the basic
stitches in our charts…
Cross stitch Bring your
FRACTIONAL
STITCHES
Fractionals let you
create rounded edges
Quarter
both ends of a strand needle up at the bottom The chart shows
2 W
threaded, bring your left corner (1) & down in which corner has
1 needle up (1), leaving the top right (2) for the the fractional. Bring the
a loop at the back. Work first ‘arm’ of your stitch. needle up in that corner
the first arm of your 4 2 Work the second arm, and down in the centre of
stitch (2) & secure it by coming up in the bottom the square, halfway across
the diagonal (diagram 1).
passing your needle right (3) & going down in
through the loop. 1 3 the top left (4).
Backstitch Add detail French knots Easy with

and definition. Bring practice – come up in 1 2
3 1 your needle up at (1) the fabric (1), keep the
Three-
& down at (2), come up thread taut & wrap twice quarters
W
2 again at (3), then back around the needle. Push Work a quarter
down at (1) & so on, to the needle down, close stitch, then a half stitch
direct each stitch ‘back’ 2 by, but not in the same across the other diagonal
towards the line of the 1 hole (2). Split the aida arm of the square as in
growing backstitch. block for a neat knot. diagram 2. Like quarters,
three-quarter stitches can
face any direction.
How to read our keys

Two symbols
Clownfish key ; When two
W
Cross stitch in two strands symbols share a
square, work a fractional
Clear symbols, colours & all the info you need! DMC Anchor Madeira
in each colour. Decide on
10 10 Z blanc 2 2402 white
the quarter stitch for the
WI
W W
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IIIIy yy The thread shades are listed I 740 316 204 orange a three-quarters stitch for
WyyZZyyyyyyyZ Z
WyIIZ ZyyyyyyZ ZZIy in separate columns for y 741 304 202 light orange the main one (diagram 3).
y
IIIZZy IIIyZZZI Iy yy the different manufacturer
W y ZZ
W
IIIZZW WIIIZZIy yyy Backstitch in one strand
W y yyZ I y yyZW y yyyZZyyyy
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brands of thread. For best
WyyyZIyyyZWIyyyZZIy yyy ––––– 310 403 2400 black
WIy I ZyyyyZZ W IyyZZZI Iy yI I
y W y results, you should stick to
W I Z ZZ IIyZZI IIIy ZZI
W I I I W Z I
one manufacturer for the French knots in one strand
W Z
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yyI IIZ ZIyyyI whole of a design. O 310 403 2400 black
yyI II IyyI
WW W yI STITCH COUNT 16 high x 21 wide
W y I
W
WW Back-to-back
Backstitch & French DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – ;
For a stronger
knot shades 3x4cm (1¼x1½in) W
outline, work
Symbols The shades used for these This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton a three-quarter stitch in
Look for a symbol close to the chart centre are listed under the cross each colour, stitching them
– the arrows on our charts easily show the stitch symbols. The number back-to-back (diagram 4).
Stitch count & Design area
centre so you won’t need to count! Find of strands needed for these Make sure that the two
The finished size of your design – in stitches and on
this symbol in the key. The codes in that can vary, so make sure you half stitch arms lie neatly
a particular fabric. HPI stands for ‘holes per inch’.
row show which thread shades to use for check how many to use, as parallel to each other.
cross stitching blocks with this symbol. it’s specified in the key.
Jargon buster! Use our A-Z of cross stitch to know what’s what…
Afghan – a woollen Beading needle – quarter or three-quarters working a design fabric that won’t fray an evenweave fabric
blanket with areas inset a longer, finer needle of a cross stitch, these Longstitch – long when cut Variegated thread –
for cross stitching, often than a tapestry needle, allow you to create backstitches, crossing Skein – an 8m length of specific type of stranded
used for baby designs used for adding seed ‘rounded’ edges. See larger fabric distances stranded cotton, divisible cotton, in which the
Aida band – a narrow beads to a design how to make these in our Metallic threads into six separate strands colour changes along the
strip of aida, available Counted stitches diagrams above! – similar to stranded Soluble aida – length of the thread for
in varying widths, – embroidery stitches Half stitch – made cottons, these have temporary fabric which, a shaded effect
& finished with worked on counted, or up of only one half (one a metallic finish for shine like waste canvas, is used Waste canvas –
a decorative edge evenly woven, fabrics like ‘arm’) of a cross stitch, it and sparkle to add cross stitching to loosely woven fabric
Aperture – a hole aida & evenweave. Cross gives less dense coverage Perforated paper – non-counted fabrics & held together with
through which a design stitch is the most basic so an overall lighter toughened paper with then dissolved away in soluble glue. Used to
is seen in cards & frames counted stitch effect in the design a tiny grid of holes water afterwards add designs to clothing
Backstitch – used to Floss – USA term for Hoop – a wooden or which can be stitched on Stitching over two & other non-counted
add detail & definition. stranded cotton spring-mounted plastic instead of fabric – term used to describe fabrics before being
See how to stitch it in our Fractional stitches circular frame that holds Plastic canvas – stitching over two moistened & the fibres
diagram above! – made from either a your fabric taut while plastic alternative to threads of the weave of withdrawn with tweezers

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DOWN: 1 Lane, 2 Buffalo, 3 Reappear, 4 Miff, 6 Watch, 7 Marigold, 10 Stone,12 Complain, 13 Only just, 14 Stardom, 17 Begin, 18 Snap, 20 Goes. SOLUTION: SCARLET

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