Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 32 i Cross Stitch Favourites

Stitch Tip These little pockets are a fun way to use up any treasured fabric scraps and end pieces of ribbon too! Most stitchy accessories such as threads and needles are so small they often go astray, but we’ve got the perfect fix. Take one handy hoop, a pretty stitched design, a scrap of fabric and voilà – a beautiful storage solution, ready to decorate your wall! They’re a really fun way to clean out your leftovers cupboard and spruce up your craft corner with wall art. Make them up using the guide on page 16. How to make your storage hoops 1 Fold your pocket fabric in half with wrong sides facing, then machine-stitch a hem 1cm (½in) from the fold. Take the inside section of your hoop and…

Stitch Tip Mount and frame a motif like ‘You’re so sweet’ to make a pretty present your recipient can hang on the wall Shopping list Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Aperture cards and acid-free double-sided tape from local stores There’s no better way to send a special greeting than with a stitched card, and we just love the girly feel of Rhona Norrie’s gorgeous sentiments. These motifs are brilliant for birthdays, and are also perfect with Mother’s Day just around the corner. Sometimes, though, you just want to tell a loyal friend how much you care, and fun phrases like ‘You’re beary special’ are sure to brighten up their day! Created…

Show your mother how much you appreciate all she does with one of these floral fancies, stitched just for her. With their pretty florals and backstitched sentiments, she’ll love a homemade card like these. For each chart, you’ll work your way through whole stitches, backstitch and French knots, all in a vibrant palette of floral shades. Just mount in an aperture in a colour that complements the main design. Once you’ve stitched your chosen card and tag, keep these charts on hand for weddings, birthdays and more – it’s so easy to switch up the messages in these designs! Simply plot out the letters in pencil on a piece of graph paper, leaving a square (or one square of fabric) in between each one. This way, you’ll find out if…

There’s no denying that Easter is a special time – the long weekend is perfect for catching up with family and friends, and remembering all the good things in life as spring arrives, along with the yellow trumpeting daffodils and the warmer spring weather, of course. Even if you can’t be with them, show your nearest and dearest that you’re thinking of them at this special time of year, with one of these bright cards. Stitched on blue aida, the designs really zing out of the apertures of these sunny yellow cards. Whether you choose to send a traditional cross decorated with spring flowers, or opt instead for some fluffy chicks or a cheerful bunny, the pretty pastel shades are sure to put a smile on their faces! If you…

Treat someone special to a greeting that’s as fresh as the first day of spring with Carol Thornton’s glorious floral pots. You’ll almost be able to smell the sweet scent of the new season and feel temperatures rise as you bring these beautiful blooms to life with needle and thread. And because there are six different varieties to choose from – pretty pansies, purple primulas, deep red tulips, vibrant anemones, sunny daffodils and vivid crocuses – flower lovers of all tastes are sure to be impressed. Each pot of flowers has its own decorative background of polka dots, stripes and solid blocks of colour in bright threads. Mount in spring-like sunny yellow and petal purple apertures to add a bold border in card. If you don’t have any ready-made apertures…

After the bare earth of winter, there’s joy in the sight of new bulbs bursting into life. Keep that anticipation in mind while you work on this gorgeous design, packed with vibrant blooms. Spring will be here soon, so plant up pots, watering cans or even your old wellies to give bulbs the space to launch into life in the next few months! Despite the detailed feel, Susan Bates hasn’t used any fractional stitches. Instead she’s built up depth with clever shading, capturing the areas of light and shadow with 32 stranded cottons. When you’re working a project with lots of colours, it’s helpful to organise your threads before you begin, cutting lengths of 40cm and arranging them on a punched card labelled with the corresponding code. That way, you…

After the panic of festive stitching, it’s nice to lighten up a bit and these little stitches are packed with fresh colours. They’re designed to celebrate new beginnings – so, whether you’re looking for a stitch to welcome a new arrival, boost a little one on their first day at school, or settle a friend in their new abode, you’ll find just the card you need right here. There are times when it’s doubly important to show a close friend or relative you are thinking of them – after a break-up or an illness, perhaps. Use these uplifting sentiments and bright cards to send positive messages to those who really need it, and celebrate those new beginnings in stitches. Newcomers to stitching will enjoy these designs too as they contain…

Stitch Tip Prior to stitching, sort your threads on a shade card – that way you’ll be less likely to get similar colours mixed up Stylish, elegant, romantic, these are the things Paris has become so well-known for, as well as a certain tower, of course! Take a trip in cross stitch to the French capital, and enjoy sightseeing the famous Parisian style in fashion, coiffured poodles and patisseries! Make oh-so-feminine gifts and greetings cards to give to your bestie, add style to a make-up bag or the Eiffel tower to a bookmark! Bright ideas There is a fun selection of designs here that can be used in a multitude of ways! For your wheels-mad niece or nephew, stitch a VW Beetle or a cool Vespa; for foodie family and…

Spread a little happiness with a handmade gift – it’s the best way to show how much you care! The rustic trend is going strong and lends itself beautifully to Emma’s motifs. They’re perfect for turning into fun cards and presents for loved ones. With humorous sentiments, stitched in delightful shades, we think you’ll find plenty of excuses to stitch these heartfelt charts. We’ve got nine great ideas to get you started, from pompom lined wall hangings and super-sweet decorative bands for plant pots there is plenty to get you inspired on these pages. Add leafy backing papers and the design of your choice to a notebook for nature-inspired vibes, fray a watering can patch to make a gift tag or pick your favourite motif and make a quick frame…

Stitch Tip Try patching your favourite motifs onto clothes and bags, too. Who needs to buy embroidered patches when you can stitch your own! Shopping list Fabric Zweigart 14-count beige (3130), light cream (264) and rustico oatmeal (5450) aida measuring a maximum of 15x15cm (6x6in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Medium-weight iron-on interfacing, backing fabric and cushion pad to fit of your choice Have you dreamt of designing your own stitching projects? Perhaps you’re adapting charts already, extracting motifs to use on their own and changing colours around. With this pretty patchwork project you can go one step further. This clever cushion is designed to work in the way you want it to. Stitch motifs separately and patch…

Stitch Tip Save time by threading several needles with different colours before you begin – just remember to label them There’s some similarities between stitching and gardening, from sowing seeds, tending to a patch (whether it be earth or aida), and charting your progress through the seasons. So why not bring the two hobbies together in a fun allotment alphabet? With letters stitched in four shades of green and motifs such as sunflowers, apples, a robin and a rake, pick out the word you want to stitch and patch! Shopping list Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 10cm (4in) x desired width Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Wooden hanging sign, white paper and acid-free double-sided tape from local stores Stitch Tip Pull…

Stitch Tip If you want your work professionally framed for a special occasion, such as a wedding, remember that this can take up to two weeks The only thing we love better than a good wedding is… stitching for that wedding! Looking forward to the big day with a card or gift to stitch is a wonderful way to enjoy the anticipation. Keep the happy couple in your thoughts as you choose a card or gift to stitch for them. Or perhaps use this library of ideas to create a set of wedding stationery – you’re sure to find colours and motifs to fit the theme. Bright ideas If you want to match a particular colour scheme, then you can swap out shades. Find the thread shades closest to the…

There’s nothing quite like the first daffodils of the year to make you feel like winter is finally over, their sunny yellow heads swaying in a gentle breeze mean spring is on its way. So why not bring a little country cottage charm to a spring birthday card with Lesley Teare’s pretty daffodil posies. Of course, daffodils are also associated with Easter, so Lesley’s cards would make brilliant holiday greetings too, as well as Mother’s Day cards, and to send best wishes for a spring birthday in March or April. Subtle backstitch in complementary shades adds soft outlines to these flowers, with dark sand highlighting the petals, dark orange at the flower centre and dark greens to outline the daisies and stem. Mount them in dark blue cards, to match…

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