Índex per August 2020 a CrossStitcher

EXCLUSIVE READER KITS! You can send off for a handy kit containing all the materials you need to make these projects. Simply visit craftmag.co/crossstitcherkits to order your kit today! Make a… phone case Step 1 STITCH the design in the centre of 6x6cm (2½x2½in) of white 14 count aida, using two strands for the cross stitch, one for backstitch and a blended needle for the French knots. Step 2 CUT a 16x18cm (6 ⅓x7cm) piece of orange felt in half lengthways, and round off the corners with small, sharp scissors. Cut a 6x5.5cm (2 3/8x2 1/8 in) rectangle from one piece of felt, in the centre and towards the top of the case – it may help to make a paper pattern of this shape before you start. Step 3…

Back to nature Check out Rico’s new chart book for ideas using their fabulous new product launches – their original triangular frames in two sizes and monks cloth. Book No. 170, Nature Matters features organic motifs and floral blooms with 16 cross stitch projects in warm, earthy colours to choose from, with the frames and monks cloth used for several motifs. The designs are perfect for all sorts of homestyle projects from blankets, table runners and pictures to towels and wall hangings, which all make brilliant present ideas too. To find out your nearest Rico stockist visit www.rico-design.com. MY CRAFT ROOM: LAUREN TURNER We get to see a glimpse of a reader’s own sewing space… “My work space is my haven, where I have all my indulgences that I need.…

This year the bee population is finally getting a break. With people confined to their homes, wildlife has faced less human disturbance, traffic and pollution. With grass in gardens and on verges not being cut, bees have been enjoying this different world. To celebrate, we have three projects to get you buzzing. Firstly, a very useful needleminder, made from a metal button and a magnet. Next, a scissor fob, stitched with gold thread and beads. Lastly, a tape measure cover, which uses plastic canvas as a base. MAKE A… NEEDLEMINDER A covered button and a pair of magnets are all you need! Step 1 REMOVE the button shank. Measure the button and add on 1.25cm (.in) around the edge. Cut out the circle. Wrap the stitching over the button, adding…

Designed by: Emma Congdon Stitch count: 44 high x 57 wide Design size: 8.5x10cm (3¼x34in) Stitch time: 5 hours This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric. Ring the changes by choosing a different shade of aida to stitch your cat designs on – you can be as bold and bright as you like! For the bag Materials Sampedro White 14 count aida; 15.5x14cm (6¼x5½in) Stranded cotton as listed in the key Size 24 tapestry needle Gold Felt; 15.5x14cm (6¼x5½in) 1cm ribbon for handle; 36cm (14in) Materials available from www.willowfabrics.com Make a… mini bag Step 1 FINISH your stitching, then place it right sides together with your felt. Pin in place. Stitch around three sides of your bag with a 1cm (_in) seam allowance, leaving the top edge open.…

We have such a treat for you all this month! Our sweet little mouse tree house will be revealed in three parts. This month we have the middle section of the design. Everywhere you look, you will see beautiful details in the picture, from the patterned wallpaper of the living room, to the broken backstitched lines on the brickwork. We know you’ll enjoy every stitch! Stitching your… tree house Step 1 START stitching with your fabric turned portrait. Part one of the design is in this issue – the middle section – and should be stitched in the centre of your fabric – to do this, find the centre of both your fabric and your chart, and start stitching here. Step 2 USE two strands for the cross stitch, one…

Hullo! I don’t know about you, but one of my absolute favourite ways to relax (apart from cross stitching, of course!) is to lose myself in a world of wonder, excitement, and intrigue in a big ol’ book. No matter what time of year or what I’m busy with, I can always find time to hide away with a story. Growing up, I used to lose myself in books. I spent many an evening under the covers with a torch after lights out, risking the wrath of my parents because I needed to finish just one more chapter. After long nights of adventures and bold deeds and magic spells, I was often a li_ le tired when getting ready for school in the morning! It was always worth it though.…

Cross Stitcher PROJECT PACK If you would like to stitch Find Your Wings, we have a materials pack with everything you need to get you stitching right away, and have it delivered straight to your door! Your materials pack contains: Zweigart 28 count Cashel in Antique White Skeins of DMC stranded cotton Two gold-plated tapestry needles; size 24 and size 26 Wooden embroidery hoop How to order: Fill in the form on page 15 or go to www.willowfabrics.com to order your project pack at the CrossStitcher reader price of £32.80 for 28 count Cashel or £31 for 14 count aida, both plus P&P. Designed by: Susan Bates Stitch count: 120 high x 122 wide Design size: 21x21.5cm (8¼x8½in) Stitch time: 45 hours This design was stitched on 28 count linen…

CrossStitcher is the UK’s longest-established cross stitch magazine, bringing you irresistible projects from top designers. It’s packed with quality content from quick and easy, to classic samplers, from greetings cards to contemporary cushions. We pride ourselves on an upbeat and friendly approach to make every stitcher welcome, whatever their experience and ability. We know how to treat our subscribers well, so make sure you aren’t missing out on a single issue and make sure you subscribe today! Already a subscriber? Well it doesn’t hurt to remind yourself of the amazing benefits we’re giving you each and every issue. Not subscribed yet? You’re missing all this… Susan and Martin Penny, Editors SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS: • Free kit with every issue, sometimes two kits! • Help shape our content – we are actively…

Quirky, original and joyful are just a few words we’d use to describe Miriam Polak’s work. An embroidery designer based in Poland, Miriam shared with us her journey so far and the secrets of her creativity… Hello Miriam. How did you first get into embroidery? I started embroidering a bit by accident – I wanted to take up a new hobby, something that would be relaxing and visual. I was thinking of picking up embroidery for some time already and then I saw a cactus embroidery pillow kit and I bought it on a whim. Embroidering this pillow was the most relaxing thing I did in months and I absolutely loved it. There’s something very calming about the practice of embroidery, the sound of the thread coming through the fabric,…

THE CHALLENGE THE RULES Create a dreamy summer scene The design area is 40 x 40 stitches each Only the materials above can be used Becreative as possible! Welcome to this month’s designer challenge! With summer in full swing we asked three designers to this time come up with a dreamy summer scene. They were given just seven thread shades to play with and as a pretty finishing touch had to frame their work within a Rico felt frame. We hope their results will inspire you to join the fun – turn the page to see what our challenge will be for October – we’ve listed everything you need to take part. JANE PRUTTON…ICE CREAM TIME In my mind there is nothing nicer than walking in the…

WE CAN SAFELY SAY that this summer is like no other. While staying safe has meant postponing so many plans and staying in one place, it has given us a little more chance to think away from our usual routines. For many of us, this has meant equally busy new patterns to our day (home schooling… need we say more?) but the change means we are all living ‘in the moment’. This won’t be new to us stitchers, as we are very good at focusing on a project, then wondering how an hour (or two) has passed. With this feeling of special moments in mind, we had the idea for our cover project. It’s not about the big days we often celebrate in cross stitch, it is all about the…

Change the thread shades to coordinate with your own bathroom decor if you prefer Designed by: Maria Diaz Max. stitch count: 66 high x 32 wide (each sail) Max. design size: 12.5x6cm (5x2¼in) (each sail) Stitch time: 4 hours (each sail) These designs were stitched on 14 count aida fabric. Make a… driftwood boat Step 1 ALLOW your driftwood to thoroughly dry. Make a small hole in the centre top of your driftwood, deep enough and large enough to take the end of a BBQ skewer. Cut your BBQ skewer to 18cm (7in). Nail a staple into each end of the driftwood. Glue the BBQ skewer into the hole in the driftwood – we used a hot glue gun. Step 2 STITCH two sails for each boat. Using sharp scissors,…

Designed by: Durene Jones Max. stitch count: 54 high x 40 wide Max. design size: 10x7cm (4x2¾in) Stitch time: 4 hours each These designs were stitched on 14 count aida fabric. Make an… aperture card Step 1 WORK using two strands of stranded cotton for the cross stitch, and one or two strands for the backstitch detail. Step 2 TRIM the stitched fabric to fit your card, with the design centrally placed behind the card’s aperture. Step 3 ATTACH double-sided tape to the inside of the card around the edge of the aperture. Step 4 PLACE the stitching on the table right-side up, and then place the card on top, pressing down firmly on the tape. Step 5 CHECK which flap will fold onto the back of the stitching, then…

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK To create the fine details of the lacy underwear both one strand and two strands of backstitch are used for variety Designed by: Maria Diaz Max. stitch count: 82 high x 84 wide Max. design size: 14.5x15cm (5¾x6in) Stitch time: 15 hours each These designswere stitched on 28 count linen over two threads of fabric. Materials For each bag Zweigart Pale Cream 28 count Cashel, ref: 3281/99; 53x34.5cm (20¾x13½in) Stranded cotton as listed in the key Size 24 tapestry needle Cotton backing fabric; 53x34.5cm (20¾x13½in) Ribbon; 2.5m (98½in) Materials available from www.willowfabrics.com Make sure the ends of your threads are securely woven into your stitching at the back as the designs need to be durable Make a… laundry bag Step 1 STITCH your design 15cm (6in)…

Would you tell me, me,” said Alice, a little timidly, why you are painting those roses?” THE ADVENTURES OF ALICE SAL This is the eighth part of this year’s stitch-along design. Over the year we will be bringing you 12 Alice in Wonderland character designs. This issue we give you ‘Painting the Roses’. Which fits into the first space on the third row. Designed by: Amanda Butler Stitch count: 37 high x 25 wide Design size: 6.5x4.5 cm (2 5/8 x1¾in) Stitch time: 3 hours This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric. THE KEY ALL THE symbols that appear on the chart are listed in the key with their corresponding thread codes beside them. The key also tells you the different stitches used in the design. The closest…