Indholdsfortegnelse for Spring 2016 i Cross Stitch Favourites

SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 20x15cm (8x6in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Cards Oblong aperture cards (AP48U) from www.craftcreations.co.uk Stitcher’s guide These mini birthday samplers are all stitched on 14-count aida and are worked in whole cross stitches, backstitch and French knots. They’re easy for intermediate stitchers to tackle, and new stitchers will enjoy learning how to work the French knots, too. Bright idea Don’t be restricted to the ages shown here. You can easily change the numbers – just mark a square the size of the chart square on graph paper and plot out the number before you start stitching. “Mix and match the motifs between these designs to make your own unique birthday greetings.” Marie…

SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each card design and 23x20cm (9x8in) for each picture. White aida band 10cm (4in) wide for the hanging Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 18x11cm (7x4½in); singlefold deckle edge cards (DEC6U) from www.craftcreations.co.uk; double scroll wire hanger (AW88950) from www.craftdepartment.com Stitcher’s guide Our family occasion designs are stitched on 14-count aida or aida band and are worked in whole cross stitch, backstitch and French knots, so any stitcher can enjoy creating them. “You’ll find something to stitch for every family member with these celebratory designs. From new babies, first homes and starting school to graduations, engagements and wedding day!” Abi Barker, charting editor…

SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each card and 10x10cm (4x4in) for each tag Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Cards Heart aperture cards (AP11U) from www.craftcreations.co.uk Stitcher’s guide These sweet designs are all stitched on 14-count aida in whole cross stitches and backstitch only, so they’re super-quick to stitch and easy for any stitcher to tackle! Bright idea If you prefer, it’s easy to fit these designs in square apertures instead. Simply repeat the bands to make each line longer or shorter, or add extra rows above and below the ones charted. These designs are so versatile – you can make them any shape and size you like. How to stitch the heart cards 1 First, find the…

SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 33x25cm (13x10in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Frame Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 26x19cm (10¼x7½in) Stitcher’s guide These pretty samplers are stitched on 14-count aida and contain whole cross stitches, fractionals, backstitch and French knots so are best suited to advanced beginners and intermediate stitchers. How to stitch the sampler 1 Find the centre of your fabric by folding it in half horizontally and vertically. Follow the arrows on the chart to find its centre and start stitching from here, in the middle of the fabric. 2 Work the cross stitches across one block of aida fabric using two strands of thread. For each tiny symbol that you…

SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 10x10cm (4x4in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Stitcher’s guide These fun gift tag designs are all stitched on 14-count white aida. They contain whole cross stitches and fractionals in two strands of thread and backstitch and French knots in one strand of thread. Some of the designs contain whole cross stitches and backstitch only, so there are motifs suitable for stitchers of all abilities in this set. How to make up the gift tag 1 Die-cut a tag shape from coloured card. If you don’t have a die-cutter draw around an old luggage label instead, then cut out. 2 Trim your stitched motif to leave a border of a few aida squares.…

SHOPPING LIST Fabric 28-count white evenweave measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle Cards Single-fold 15cm (6in) square, scalloped edge cards Stitcher’s guide These cards are stitched on 28-count white evenweave over two threads of the fabric, using 16 shades of stranded cotton. The designs use whole cross stitch in two strands of thread, and lazy daisy stitch, diamond eyelet stitch, fly stitch and ermine stitch, all in two strands. Backstitch in one strand in five different colours defines the designs, while French knots in two strands, in four shades, add detail. “These cards make great birthday or thank yous, particularly for friends who love gardening. To tweak the designs, just take off the sentiments, or replace them…

Stitcher’s guide Our wedding sampler is stitched on 14-count aida in 26 different shades of cotton and metallic thread. Joan has used whole cross stitches, fractionals, backstitch, French knots and beading in her design, so it is best for confident stitchers who are looking for a large project to work on. SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 28x15cm (11x10in) for the main design; 15x15cm (6x6in) for the card and 10x10cm (4x4in) for the ring cushion Threads Stranded cotton and metallic threads as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle, beading needle Frame Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 19x17cm (7_x6_in) Extras Mill Hill seed beads as listed in the key, pink card (AP1OU) from www.craftcreations.com; fabric, wadding, bow Stitch Tip Our pretty pastels are…

Stitch Tip Mix up the colours of your Easter eggs – use up leftover lengths from your stash for a unique finish SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 20x15cm (8x6in) and 10x10cm (4x4in) for the smaller designs Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras 7 Gypsies Solo White Shadow Box Tray 6x6in; 4in wire hanger; singlefold deckle-edge card (DEC6U) from www.craftcreations.co.uk Stitcher’s guide These Easter treats are stitched on 14-count white aida and are worked in whole cross stitches, fractionals, backstitch and French knots. They are great stitches for confident beginners who are looking to take the next step. JANE HENDERSON Designer “Spring is one of my favourite design themes because I can’t wait for the warmer weather to arrive! The pretty…

3 gorgeous gift ideas SHOPPING LIST Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 28x25cm (11x10in) for the main design and 10x10cm (4x4in) each for the card and keyring Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Frame Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 20x17cm (8x6½in) Stitcher’s guide Our new home sampler is stitched on 14-count aida and is worked in whole cross stitches, fractionals, backstitch and French knots, so is best suited to stitchers with a little experience. Stitching advice We mounted the card design in a Craft Creations square aperture card (AP1OU) in bright red (www.craftcreations.co.uk). You can pick up a keyring aperture in your local general craft shop.. How to stitch the sampler 1 Find the centre of your fabric by folding…

Stitch Tip Instead of stitching the buttons, you could attach real buttons to the design SHOPPING LIST Fabric 28-count antique white evenweave measuring 33x31cm (13x12in) Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle Frame Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 28x25cm (11x10in) Stitcher’s guide This pretty project is stitched on 28-count white evenweave across two threads of the fabric. It uses whole cross stitch and fractional stitches in two strands of thread and backstitch in one strand in 13 different shades, as well as French knots worked in one strand of thread. This design is quite complex with a lot of colour changes, so is recommended for experienced stitchers. GAIL BUSSI Designer “I wanted this design to reflect the love that goes…