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NEW HOME GIFTSFREE GIFT*Margaret Sherry Xmas card kit with 2 designs to stitch!

*UK ONLY

in prizes to be won!*

£995Finish in a night!

For cross stitch addicts just like

YOU!

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Make shapes!Try this on-trend, geo abc

A trio of luxe chandeliers

Add some glam

It’s Peter Rabbit!Recreate the charm of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale

Fall for pretty autumn ideas

Stitch good luck wishes

Cool cactus pincushionsTreat kids on

Halloween!

EXCLUSIVE

October 2016/ Issue 220 £4.99

*Free gift available with print edition only

Welcome...…to October’s issue of

Crazy! With the chill in the air,

it’s the perfect time to hunker

down with a fab new project!

Wrap yourself up in Beatrix

Potter’s classic illustration

of naughty Peter Rabbit on

page 10. Then, for something

quick and easy, try the pretty

Rico leaf design on page 65.

As the nights draw in, why not illuminate your home

with the dazzling chandelier stitches on page 44

– they’re a great way to practice your beadwork.

Know someone who is moving house? The 50

stitchy ideas on page 16 go one better than fizz

and flowers for a personal touch! We know you

won’t be able to resist a spot of swift stitching

with our prickly cactus pincushions on page 72.

Plus, we’ve included a nifty, on-trend abc chart on

page 39 that’s a breeze to complete.

Lastly, if you love the cute designs of Margaret

Sherry, then you’ll want to get started straightaway

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Your free gift! 6 Two snowglobe cards from Margaret Sherry

Celeb stitch 27 Winter is coming for our stitchy Kit Harington!

Take your pick 44 Shimmer and sparkle with these chandelier stitches

Mini Makes 72 Prick a cactus back with succulent pincushions!

MustStitchSpecial 28

A mother and baby deer share this autumn scene

Simply 7 51 Encourage someone special with a card!

Crazy for... 34 ...Archaeology!

Crazy kids 58 Scary, cute stitches for kids’ Halloween bags!

One nighters 39 Label everything using a

hip geometric alphabet

Stitch with 65 Bring the autumn leaves in thanks to Rico Design

Challenge Lucie 68 Stitch reader requests!

Exclusive 10 Beatrix Potter’s classic Peter Rabbit illustration

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Track it down 70 Sherlock Anne finds the kits and charts you need

Must haves 14 Fab goodies to buy now!

Enter to win 64 £978 of prizes to be won

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Subscribe to Crazy 34 ...to get five issues for £5!

Back issues 50 Complete your collection

Next month 80 Coming up in issue 221

Guidelines 78 Your essential How To info

Letters 22 Sharing your latest finishes

Stitch and chat 43 Readers tell stitchy stories

Stitching large projects 37 How to tackle a big one!

Cross Stitch Trends 48 What’s hot for stitchers!

Join us online 59 Here’s what to check out

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T hese cards remind us of taking a chilly

winter stroll through a cascade of

falling snowflakes! The two cheerful

salutations are a joyful celebration

of all the best parts of winter – Christmas,

evergreen trees and, of course, snow! Created

by the marvelous Margaret Sherry, this duo

of wintertime friends require whole stitches,

half stitch, backstitch, French knots and a few

fractionals – perfect for a new stitcher who's up

for a challenge! It’s the ideal way to show your

loved ones how well you’ve honed your stitchy

technique. The kit has everything you need to

stitch these cute cards, or you can get creative

and turn the charts into Christmas ornaments

by gluing them on to a hard backing. However

you decide to use these gorgeous scenes,

these cold weather creatures will make a

wonderful gift for a friend or relative. So give

one to someone you want to snuggle up with

this winter and get into the festive spirit!

Celebrate the best of winter by sending these adorable snowglobe friends to someone dear to your heart!

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Design area on 14-count fabric 7.5x8cm (3x3in)

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Margaret SherryCross stitch in two strands

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French knots in two strands

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I had cheerful Beatrix Potter

wallpaper in my room as a child in the 1980s, so this piece would be

very nostalgic for me and a joy to stitch, I’m sure! I love reliving childhood favourites via Crazy. Sophie Jessup, Essex

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Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

Z blanc 2 2402

E 334 977 1004

q 351 10 214

t 352 9 303

H 435 1046 2010

7 436 1045 2011

V 437 362 2012

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Half cross stitch in two strands

n 3046 887 2206

2 3047 852 2205

Backstitch in one strand

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Contains fractionals

Stitch count 109 (h) x 100 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 20x18cm (7¾x7¼in)

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Can’t get enough of Beatrix Potter? Then we’ve got the perfect products to help satisfy your Peter Rabbit obsession! They’re equally perfect for your home or as adorable gifts.

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WMothercare’s 150th anniversary range of Peter Rabbit-themed clothing, bedding, toys and gifts, www.mothercare.com

S The Tale of Kitty-in-Boots by Beatrix Potter, £12.99, www.penguin.co.uk

SPeter Rabbit 150 Years Commemorative Plate, £65, www.wedgewood.co.uk

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Must-havesThis month, Alison has been searching for fab autumn treats just for you – here’s what she found!

This month's

Simply beautifulThe abstract triangles in these charts transform into mountains with the addition of tiny, recognisable details. Stitch individually, or adorn your wall with all three! This trio of Minimal Mountains is available online from TreefortFiveShop on Etsy and measure 7.62x7.62cm (3x3in) each, costing approximately £7 as a set or £2.82 individually.

Visit www.treefortfiveshop.etsy.com to buy

Animal magnetismCart your WIP around in style with this trendy craft bag covered in colourful animals and plants! With an easy zip function and loads of storage space, i†’s functional as well as fashionable! The Woodland Craft bag is 35x39x13cm (13¾x15¼x5in) and costs £18.

To buy, visit www.hobbycraft.co.uk or call 0330 026 1400

Marilyn MonroeEveryone's favourite movie star looks stunning in this gentle colour portrait! The star looks almost alive as the wind tosses her loose blonde hair and her trademark red lips begin to smile. Available as both a kit and a chart, the Marilyn Monroe Colour Portrait measures 27x32cm (10x12½in) on 14-count aida or, alternatively, 24x28cm (9¼x10¾in) on 16-count, and is priced at £5.25 for a downloadable chart, £7.25 for a chart sent by post and from £38-£41 for a full kit.

To buy, visit ww.celticroseneedlecraft.com or call 01246 281 663

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Burn outReady for a fiery new alternative to plain, ordinary embroidery hoops? A bona-fide stitcher herself, Bonnie Brown of Etsy website BonnieStitchesShop burns simple patterns into wooden hoops, giving your stitches that extra bit of oomph! She creates an extensive variety of dainty designs, including petite lorries, sweet bows, delicate daisies, tiny arrows, adorable chevron dots and more! The hoops are made to order, can be any size and cost upwards of £3. To buy, visit www.bonniestitchesshop.etsy.com

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KEEP IT CLASSYFor hardcore stitchers, this delux thread box comes with 465 DMC cottons. The DMC Wooden Collector’s Box measures 46x36x23cm (18x14x9in), costing £375.

Visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150 to buy

DOTTED AROUNDWe love how bright and fun the Large Sewing Box in Polka Dot is! The box costs £30 at Hobbycraft and measures 31x23.5x20cm (12¼x9¼x7¾in).

Visit www.hobbycraft.com or call 0330 026 1400 to buy

FAB AND FLORALLove elegant supplies? You’ll adore this lavish Prym Roses Print Medium Sewing Case! The case measures 16x17x28cm (6¼x6½x11in) and costs £60.99.

Visit www.minervacrafts.com or call 01254 708 068 to buy

Kitten comfortCalling all Crazy cat ladies! Peter Underhill's new Cats Rule! kit is just for you. This time, Peter's Crazy Cat Lady is in bed enjoying the company of her many feline friends. Some are sweetly sleeping, but others are being quite naughty! The kit measures 22x30cm (8¾x11¾in) and costs £29.99 when you buy from Heritage Crafts. It's the perfect gift for a cat lover with a great sense of humour!

Visit www.hcrafts.com or call 01889 575 256 to buy

Glamorous sorceress Halloween fun isn’t just for the kids! Celebrate the magic of All Hallows’ Eve by stitching one of these alluring witches by Nora Corbett. These ladies know how to work a pointy hat and some couture witches’ garb – brewing potions and riding brooms never looked so good! The charts costs £10.76 and are of various heights and widths. Our favourites (pictured here from left to right) are Zenia, measuring 18.5x26cm (7¼x10¼in), Eva, measuring 25x18.5cm (9¾ x 7¼in) and Minerva, measuring 20.5x26.5cm (8x10½in).

To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150

Make 'em laughGenevieve Brading of Floss & Mischief's clever new book of charts, I Got 99 Problems but a Stitch Ain't One, holds a stack of witty sayings with a helping of attitude! Warning: this book contains swear words, so reader discretion is advised. The book costs £6.99 for the Kindle edition or £10 if you splurge on the hardcover.

Visit www.amazon.co.uk to preorder your copy

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Use this flower

design to adorn

a new vase

50These designs can make anyone feel at home in a new place! Stitch a cheerful chart to celebrate your friend’s abode Designed by Susanne Bates

T urn any new house into a home with these

simple and sweet designs! The cheery

pinks and oranges will banish all moving

blues instantaneously. Done in whole

stitches only, but using backstitch and French

knots, these quick projects are perfect for advanced

beginners. You can stitch these cute motifs in a jiffy,

taking only 2-5 hours each. In other words, it’s never

too late to make a present for a friend’s new pad!

Gift ideasNew home

Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key

Needle - Size 24 & 26 tapestry needle

Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring a maximum of

15x15cm (6x6in) for most designs. 16-count 3in-wide white aida band

your desired length for the tea towel. 28-count white evenweave

measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for the padded heart hanging.

To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150

Extras - Scalloped-edge square card from The Works. Aperture card

(AP10U) in pale pink (178) from www.craftcreations.com or call

01992 781900. 3in embroidery hoop from Craft Department.

To buy, go to www.thecraftdepartment.com or call 01539 823 199

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Need to know Stitch Time 2-5 hours eachStitch Types Whole cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch, French knots

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fSend some stitches as a card if you can’t be there to see the new home in person!2

fTurn this cute motif into a keyring to hold those spanking brand new house keys!6

fStitch a design for your new neighbours to welcome them to the neighbourhood!11

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Cross stitch in two strands

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J 169 1040 1707

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U 601 63 703

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French knots in one strand

O 815 44 513

O 3847 189 1204

Whole stitches only

Max. Stitch count 40 (h) x 86 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 7.5x15.5cm (2¾x6in)

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Baby bornI’ve finally finished

and framed this

project. It took two

years to do after my

little one arrived!

I started stitching this

before she was due,

but, unfortunately,

I went into labour

seven weeks early.

It’s taken me all this

time to complete! It

was worth the effort

(and, sometimes,

tears)! My daughter

is now a healthy

two-year-old toddler

who keeps me on my toes!

Danielle Fulton, Redditch

Yvette says: Your time spent stitching this project has really paid

off! We’re practically cooing over this elaborate piece. And what

an amazing way for your little one to memorise the alphabet!

Cushions on cushionsAll finished! I’m super happy

with this. I just need some

fabric to make this Princess and

the Pea stitch into a cushion!

Lindsey Bluff, Cleveland

Yvette says: Look at the

princess’s happy face! Seems

like she got a good night’s sleep

after all. And we love that you’re

putting a cushion-themed stitch

on a cushion. How appropriate!

It’s the perfect way to show off

this stitchy masterpiece!

lettersYour

Angel wingsI finally finished! I really wanted to

do something to find peace with the

loss of my mum three years ago, and

this has done the magic. I have been

stitching all sorts since I started at the

end of October 2015 and I really can’t

wait for what’s next!

Rachel Crocker, South Wales

Steph says: We’re so sorry for your

loss, Rachel, and we’re so glad that

cross stitch has helped you in your

grief. Thank you for sharing such a

beautiful and personal piece with us!

TRachel stitched this moving tribute to her late mum

S Little girls will no doubt relate to this cute pea princess!

You are a winner!DanielleFulton

Rocking robinI’ve just finished stitching Singing

Birds by Durene Jones, and I’m super

chuffed with it. I sewed it on 14-count

light blue aida and then framed it on

a canvas. It’s such a fun and sweet

project, and I just love all the colours!

Emma Wright, Devon

Steph says: It’s gorgeous, Emma!

These feathered friends look so

cheerful. Look at them

tweeting away at each

other! You’ve done

these birdies justice.

XEmma framed her stitchy finish on a stiff canvas!

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YourLetters

Send us a picture of your first finishedproject from this issue of Crazy, and you yycould win First Past the Post!

Lord of the stitchesAs a fan of Tolkien and The Lord of the

Rings I just had to stitch the book quote s

as soon as I saw it in issue 219.

I work all week and most of my

stitching is for family and friends,

so it was good fun to do something

for myself. I started it on Saturday

during the Ladies’ Wimbledon Final

and finished it on Monday evening,

after adding a border which helped

it stand out on my new notebook. Thanks to all of you for the

really great inspiration!

Dawn O'Keeffe, Stoke-on-trent

Steph says: You certainly did justice to the chart and to Mr Tolkien, Dawn!

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Little JapanHi there, I thought I’d share my

latest card with you. I changed

the colour scheme and added

self-adhesive gems to the corners

for added effect. It worked out

well – I really love how the stitch

turned out in the end!

Allison Dodds, Newcastle

Yvette says: These little Kokeshi

dolls look absolutely chuffed to

be on your card! We love how you

made it your own and weren’t

afraid to change the pattern.

You’re a real adventurous stitcher!

Crazy far awayHello! I’m Cecilia and I’m writing from

Argentina. My sister, who lives in

Switzerland, bought me some Crazy

magazines, and I loved them! I thought you

might like to see what I’ve done with the

Jody Rice design from issue 193 as well as

designs from other magazines. It’s

difficult for me to write in English, but I

wanted to share my work with you and

congratulate everyone at Crazy ony

creating such a beautiful magazine

for readers all over the world! Thank

you so much!

Cecilia Kanzig, Argentina

Steph says: Wow, a fan all the way

from Argentina! How exciting! Thanks

for sharing your exquisite work with us

and for reading Crazy!

Subs stars

X Cecilia stitched these gorgeous finishes at home in Argentina!

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Butterfly birthday

the free butterfly kit with

issue 217. My daughter’s

birthday is this week and

she really loves butterflies.

I bought a three-tier

heart-shaped frame. I think

it will make a lovely gift

for her. I hope you like the

results! I’m really pleased

with how it turned out!

Christine Marshman,

West Wales

Yvette says: What a

perfect present, Christine.

I’m sure your little

girl was thrilled

to receive this

beautiful gift!

S Instead of simply sending cards, frame them like Christine did!

S Put stitchy quotes on your notebooks as Dawn did here!

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YourLetters

Cowabunga!Hey, Crazy! I finished my Native American design from your

issue 214 and I framed it in a 4 inch hoop. This piece was a

lot of fun to stitch. I love your 50 Gift Ideas series – the little

designs are perfect to break up large projects!

Monique Telehin, Australia

Yvette says: We love this little design. Look how

glam this cow skull looks in his fancy new hoop!

Great work on this one, Monique. You’ve got an

amazing touch when it comes to your cross stitch!

W Use a small project to break up a larger one

S Erin thanks her teacher in sweet stitches!

S Emma got cinema ready with this Finding Dory stitch!

Just keep swimmingMy current project is my first time ever stitching on clothing

using soluble aida! I just finished my stitching this morning.

I’m so happy with the results!

Emma Lee McEntee, Woolwich

Steph says: Thanks for sharing this with us, Emma! You can

find this (and lots of other cool, free crafty activities) on the

Disney Family website, www.family.disney.com/crafts

SKirsti's stitch matches her hamster's handsome looks perfectly!

Doge daysI thought you might like to see a picture

of my husband’s hamster Doge with his

new sign from issue 215 of Cross Stitch

Crazy! I added his name into the design

and he seems quite pleased with it. I think

the resemblance is pretty spot on, too.

Thanks for all the brilliant stitchy ideas

every month, Crazy!

Kirsti Ferguson, Kent

Steph says: What an amazing job you

did, Kirsti! Your hamster looks absolutely

astonished by your amazing stitching.

And it does look just like him!

Cross Stitch Quickie!

Cheep, cheep, tiny birdy!Stitch our energetic budgie!

Next month PEACOCK

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k 3799 236 1713

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Stitch count 31 (h) x 38 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 5.5x7cm (2¼x2¾in)

Budgie

Thanks, Teach!My daughter, Erin, wanted me to

make a personal gift for her locum

teacher, Mrs Sparg. I found this

little ‘I love you’ motif in issue 202.

It was a Durene Jones design that

was included in the 50 Wedding

Gift Ideas article. I also ironed some

vilene onto the back and inserted it

into this little heart decoration. On

the other side, I inserted a photo

of my daughter blowing a kiss. Erin

was thrilled to present it to Mrs

Sparg on her last day.

Debbie Ann Vermeulen, South Africa

Yvette says: I bet Mrs Sparg was

so glad to receive this kind gift!

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YourLetters

Cumberbatch CrazyI have produced a portrait in cross stitch of

Benedict Cumberbatch as part of a birthday

gift for my friend’s sister ’s granddaughter! She

admires the actor. The project took roughly

about 3-4 months to complete, working in

my spare time on average about 2-3 hours

at a time while attending a local craft club

and meeting my friends. The cross stitch was

relaxing to work on. Overall, I’ve finished the

project a month earlier than I expected and it

looks fantastic. I can’t wait to give this gift!

Tom Brealey, Derbyshire

Steph says: Benedict is looking rather dashing

in this cartoon cross stitch. You’ve perfectly

captured his piercing Sherlockian stare!

For you aloneI bought a pack of novelty buttons online and

decided to use them to make birthday cards for

friends and family. I try to choose a subject that

is of interest to the recipient. They are proving a

joy to all including me who loves to stitch them!

Lorraine Haskins, Bristol

Steph says: What thoughtful and beautifully

made cards, Lorraine. You are truly a master

stitcher! Thank you for sharing these with us!

XLorraine made her cards unique by adding buttons!

SBenedict looks intense in Tom's stitchy portrait!

SSnuggles loves what Liz did with her stitchy free gift!

SMelanie stitched the Land of Oz – and loved every minute!

Home teamI started the free gift from issue 218

on a recent afternoon, after finishing

a different non-stitchy project, and

finished after work the next day. Thanks

Crazy, I love this one! I finished it inyy

record time (for me). Snuggles, my teddy

bear, loves it as well! He’s a bear for

Batti, raising money for the people of

Gambia. A kind gentleman, isn’t he?

Liz Hough, Wolverhampton

Yvette says: What an altruistic bear you have! And he looks so sweet holding up your Home Sweet Home project! We love the addition of flowers, too!

We love to see what you’ve been busy stitching, so get in touch and tell us all about it, and don’t forget to include a picture! Every letter printed wins a super cute kit from

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Write to: Yvette Streeter, Cross Stitch Crazy, 2nd Floor, Tower House, Fairfax Street, Bristol BS1 3BN

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from issue 215. I loved doing every stitch of this!

I think it looks absolutely amazing, don’t you?

Melanie Hoddinott, Warwickshire

Yvette says: You can’t beat this delightful design

by Jody Rice! It’s a first-class trip to the Emerald

City, complete with all the luscious colours! We’re

glad you loved stitching it!

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Though he’s known for

playing the broody Jon

Snow in the TV series

Game of Thrones, Kit

Harington is all smiles in his new

cross stitch portait! The beloved

actor’s flowing locks and rugged

beard create a dynamic sense of

movement – and his charming

smile will brighten up any room!

The chart is done entirely in

easy whole stitches, so even

beginners can stitch this Kit!

Kit Harington

Winter is coming, so it’s time to stitch that cute Game of Thrones actor, Kit Harington!

Who would you like to see as a Crazy Celeb stitch? It might be your favourite

actor, a Hollywood icon or even a sporting great! Email your requests to [email protected] or post them to: Celeb stitch, Cross Stitch Crazy, 2nd Floor, Tower House, Fairfax Street, Bristol BS1 3BN.

If you’re lucky, the celebrity you request may be picked to appear in a future issue of Crazy! We love seeing your stitching, so don’t forget to email any photos of your stitched celebrities from Crazy to [email protected] for your chance to appear on Crazy’s Letters page and win a lovely prize!

Reader’s pick!

Requested by

STEPHANIE

PINKMAN

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

Z blanc 2 2402

W 310 403 2400

J 645 273 1811

j 646 8581 1812

3 648 900 1814

b 754 1012 305

V 758 868 2313

v 801 359 2007

n 839 1050 1913

M 950 4146 2309

m 951 1010 2308

H 3031 360 2003

1 3064 883 2312

3371 382 2004

f 3752 1032 1708

e 3753 128 909

q 3778 338 402

h 3863 379 1912

Whole stitches only

Stitch count 87 (h) x 68 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 16x12.5cm (6¼x4¾in)

Kit Harington

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Deer sweet

Join this loving mother and cute baby deer in the midst of a tranquil, yet vibrantly colourful, autumn tableau!Designed by Amanda Butler

Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key

Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle

Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring

35x30cm (13¾x12in). To buy, call

0800 013 0150 or visit www.sewandso.co.uk

Extras - Frame of your choice with a minimum

aperture of 25.5x20cm (10x7¾in)

ShoppingList...

A s you round a bend

during a quiet stroll

through the fields,

you come upon a

mother deer nuzzling her baby

by a rustic wooden gate. You

freeze, just wishing you could

capture this perfect autumn

moment for all time.

Luckily for you, the mum and

baby deer in this stunning and

complex stitchy pattern aren’t

going anywhere! This is the

perfect project for advanced

intermediate stitchers hoping to

sink their teeth into a lush and

intricate project! For our top tips

on how to tackle a large make

like this one, turn to page 37.

Need to knowStitch Time 80 hours (approx) Stitch Types Whole cross stitch, half cross stitch, fractionalsblending, backstitch

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Gift this stitch

to a devoted mum!

SpecialProject

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Contains fractionals

Stitch count 140 (h) x 110 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 25.5x20cm (10x7¾in)

Stitched by Caroline Lord

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From tackling tricky fractionals to mixing your colours, here are all the techniques you’ll need to complete the big project on page 28

Large palette

This design uses over 30 colours to create the beautiful autumnal shading. A large key can seem daunting, but the best way to tackle it is to work down from the top and be methodical. Start by working the cross stitch, then the blended stitches, the half cross stitch and finally the backstitch. Try to work darker colours first, so that the lighter shades remain clean and don’t pick up fluff or grease from your hands.

Fractional stitchesThere are a few fractional stitches used in this design. When there are two fractionals in one square, use a sharp needle to work a quarter stitch in the background colour and a three-quarter stitch in the foreground colour to create the right sense of perspective.

Blended threadsIf you haven’t come across blending before, don’t worry, it’s a lot simpler than it sounds! There are two symbols on the key where you are instructed to work blended threads. Simply thread your needle with one strand of each colour listed for that symbol, then cross stitch as usual, following the corresponding symbol on the chart. The combination of two colours in one stitch gives a lovely variegated effect for grass and sky.

Half cross stitchHalf cross stitch in two strands is used for the hazy pink and green background. This stitch is so simple to do and, not surprisingly, takes half the time to work as full cross stitch! Just remember to work all your half stitches in the same direction throughout the design – bottom left to top right is the most common way.

Stitching a large designThis is a large design, measuring 140x110 stitches, and it’s also densely stitched with no areas of fabric showing through. The main worry with designs like this is that threads will become tangled at the back – there’s so much going on at the reverse of the fabric, it’s important to be as neat as possible. Use the loop method when starting a new colour and thread your needle through other stitches to finish off. It’s better not to jump from one area of colour to another – instead, snip your thread and start again. Putting your fabric in a hoop or frame will also help to keep it taut and this will lead to neater, more even, stitches.

Backstitch detailThe backstitch in this design adds vital details, especially in the foreground where it brings to life the little deer and defines the beautiful flowers. Work the backstitch last of all, using a sharp needle rather than a blunt tapestry needle to help you place each stitch accurately. There are five different colours of backstitch used, so check the key carefully to ensure you use the correct shade in your stitching!

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Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

T 915 1029 705

q 917 89 706

9 943 188 1203

p 958 187 1114

k 3799 236 1713

Y 3852 306 2514

z E3821 (DMC Light Effects)

Whole stitches only

Max. stitch count 29 (h) x 30 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 5.5x5.5cm (2x2in)

Stitched by Ruth Murphy

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Here is a picture of Nip ‘helping’

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“I like to stitch for my parents. They’re always so happy to receive my gifts and when it’s on show in their house, I like to think it reminds them of me since I moved away from home!”Charlotte Schroeter

“I would prefer to stitch for my own home. It needs decorating, and I know which colours and subjects to stitch for each room.” Debbie Calver

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Dare to dazzle with this trio of fancy chandeliers in the sparkliest shades of silver, copper and gold Designed by Fiona Baker

Light’s lustre

T winkle and shine with

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and voilà! A classy addition fit

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So light up your life in stitches!

Need to know Stitch Time 8-15 hours each Stitch Types Whole cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch, beads

Threads - Stranded cotton and metallic threads as

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Needles - Size 24 tapestry needle, beading needle

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Befriend the blubbery sea creature du jour with a playful Narwhal stitch!

Fluttering heartsThis Butterfly Bouquet design picks up on the trend for embellished cross stitch with pretty lace flowers added after the stitching is complete. The rest of the design uses whole cross stitches and backstitch, is worked on 14-count aida and measures 28x25cm (11x9¾in) when finished. And there’s a similar Heart Bouquet design, too (featured as our Stitch and Chat prize on page 43). Why not make the pair and mount them in matching frames? Both designs are by Laura Ann for Bothy Threads and each has an RRP of £24.99. To buy, visit www.crossstitchuk.com or call 07838 180 556

Green fingersDo your gardening skills leave something to be desired? If you’re suffering from a lack of green fingers you could just stitch some plants instead! You'll have all the fun of gardening without the dirt and pesky greenflies. Terrariums like the ones in this super cute chart from The Stitch Mill are all the rage right now. We love the combo of both cacti and succulents in this design, measuring 25x25cm (10x10in) when stitched on 18-count aida. The pattern costs £5.74 to download and includes colour and black-and-white charts, plus a digital version you can use on a tablet. To buy, visit www.thestitchmill.etsy.com

Real unicorns of the seaWhat’s better than a unicorn? A narwhal of course! Simply by virtue of being a real-life animal, this amazing creature has just taken top spot from the noble unicorn on our list of whimsical must-makes. Search online and you’ll find lots of narwhal cross stitch charts, but we love Sewingseed’s Mr Narwhal version, which is available to download through their Etsy shop for £4.74. It's a great project for beginners. The finished piece is 11.75x16cm (4¾x6½in) and fits nicely in a 20cm (8in) hoop. To buy visit Sewingseed at www.sewingseed.etsy.com

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Bird is the wordGeometric makes are big right now and birds are timeless, so why not combine the two? This Bird, Birds, Birds kit by Riverdrift House features a muted palette of blues, and is brought up-to-date with shapes and quilty blocks made using whole cross stitches only. Costing £15.95, it includes Anchor threads, 14-count aida fabric and a gold-plated needle. The finished project measures 30x30cm (12x12in).Visit www.riverdrifthouse.co.uk or call 07890 607611

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new trends BIRDY BUTTONSThese Tiny Geese from Injabulo would be a fun addition to any farmyard scene! They’re hand-crafted by workers at Fairtrade African firm Incomparable Buttons, cost £5 for a set of five and measure 13mm (½in).

To buy, visit www.injabulo.com or call 0178 075 6232

FLORAL FINCHThis sweet kit makes a cute cushion cover and comes with your choice of lovely 28-count linen or 14-count aida, which is perfect for beginners. At £28, it measures 35x35cm (13¾x13¾in).

To buy, visit www.bobostitch.co.uk or call 07879 477 253

FAB(RIC) FLUTTERSPep up your stitched home makes with Echino’s gorgeous Birds and Blossom fabric, shown here in a lovely turquoise colourway. This beautiful cotton-linen mix is perfect for furnishings and is a generous 150cm wide. It costs £18 per metre, or £4.50 for a quarter.

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Going bigWe love an over-the-top bit of crafting and this stylish stool by blogger Audrey Smit (www.thislittlestreet.com/blog) takes cross stitch home-style and supersizes it!

To make this nifty piece of furniture, you’ll need a cheap Ikea stool or similar, drill, ruler, pencil, tapestry needle, chunky yarn, paint of your choice and lots of imagination! Follow Audrey’s design or dream up your own motif. We all think a big heart or rainbow would be just dreamy for a little girl’s room!The full step-by-step tutorial is hosted by our sister mag Mollie Makes at www.molliemakes.com/tutorials/diy-cross-stitch-furniture

Feathered friendsFeathers, chevrons and arrows are all huge news at the moment, but it can be hard to find designs that aren’t download-only. These Fly, Float and Flutter kits from Floss and Mischief nail the trend perfectly. Including 14-count aida and threads, the kits use full cross stitches and quite a bit of backstitch, so they’re great for finessing your technique. Designs measure 12.5x11.5cm (5x4½in) and hang perfectly in a 17cm (7in) hoop. Kits are £14.99 each and are also available as pattern-only PDFs for £4.99 from www.shop.flossandmischief.com

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You can do it Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

S 154 873 2607

q 602 57 702

8 828 975 1101

T 915 1029 705

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

p 3819 279 1610

Backstitch in one strand

––– 154 873 2607

Whole stitches only

Stitch count 35 (h) x 35 (w) Design area 14-count fabric 6.5x6.5cm (2½x2½in)

Cut-out&KeepQuick and easy to stitch one a night!

Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key

Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle

Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring

12x12cm (5x5in) for each design. To buy, visit

www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150

Extras - Square aperture cards (AP10U) in white

(30) from Craft Creations, trimmed to a square

shape. To buy, call 01992 781 900 or visit

www.craftcreations.com

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You’ll be amazing Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

U 608 332 206

x 725 305 113

; 727 293 112

F 823 127 1008

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

c 957 50 504

Backstitch in one strand

––– 823 127 1008

Whole stitches only

Stitch count 34 (h) x 35 (w) Design area 14-count fabric 6x6.5cm (2½x2½in)

The sky’s the limit Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

U 608 332 206

6 827 160 1013

X 972 298 107

H 3031 360 2003

3 3756 1037 2504

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

E 3842 164 1010

Backstitch in one strand

––– 3031 360 2003

––– 3842 164 1010

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––– 905 257 1412

Whole stitches only

Stitch count 35 (h) x 35 (w) Design area 14-count fabric 6.5x6.5cm (2½x2½in)

Be the star you are Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

e 162 9159 1001

y 307 289 104

I 336 149 1007

i 741 304 202

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

n 813 140 910

Backstitch in one strand

––– 336 149 1007

Whole stitches only

Stitch count 34 (h) x 34 (w) Design area 14-count fabric 6x6cm (2½x2½in)

Sending you luck & love Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

Z blanc 2 2402

U 608 332 206

Q 815 44 513

P 904 258 1413

C 906 256 1410

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

b 3708 31 408

Backstitch in one strand

––– 815 44 513

––– 904 258 1413

Whole stitches only

Stitch count 33 (h) x 35 (w) Design area 14-count fabric 6x6.5cm (2¼x2½in)

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LIGHT IT UPWho can resist a jack-o’-lantern

in a witch’s hat? Jacks in Hats

cost £2.50 for a pack of five at

www.creativecraftsupplies.co.uk

or call 07709 178 620

AWESOME ARACHNIDSThese cute multicoloured mini

buttons come in a pack of 130 for

just £1.99 when you go online to

www.thecraftbarn.co.uk or call

07958 569 279

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Crazy’s Angels

Easy evenweave

QI am attempting to do a

small sampler ornament

on linen. Do you have any tricks or

ideas to make it easier to see the

tiny holes? My eyesight isn’t

bad but it’s really hard to

find them. Your help is

greatly appreciated!

Naples3154, via the forum

ASamplers always

look beautiful

when stitched on delicate

linen, but it can definitely

be tricky to see where to

place your needle in the

weft and warp! Firstly,

make sure you stitch in

good light – either by

working in daylight or,

if you’re stitching in the evening,

investing in a crafting lamp. As with

aida, linen comes in many different

counts, so opt for 18 or 22-count

rather than the more delicate 32,

35 or 40-count. If you’re

stitching on a light-coloured

linen, then placing it over a

dark piece of fabric can help

you to see the holes more

easily, and if you’re

really struggling, try a

hands-free magnifying

glass. The Daylight YoYo

Magnifier is ideal for this kind

of work, and comes with a

wrist strap so you can hold it

directly over your stitching. It costs

£16 from www.daylightcompany.

co.uk or call 020 8964 1200 –

but we’re giving one away to a

lucky reader on page 64!

The long and the

short of it

QI struggle to distinguish

between needles sizes

when they’re no longer in their

packets. Do you have any tips?

Sally Talbot, Newcastle under Lyme

AWe’ve found an excellent

size guide online here at

www.crossstitchneedleshop.

co.uk/needlesizeguide.html that

lists all the standard tapestry

needle sizes and their standard

lengths and eye sizes. If you refer to

this and use a measuring tape, you

can most likely work out which size

your random needles are! Also, our

sister title The World of Cross

Stitching prints an actual size

tapestry needle guide for sizes

18-28 in every issue. Lay your

needle on the top of the diagram

and see instantly what size it is!

Chart it out

QDo you have any good

recommendations for

software to create stitching

patterns on a Mac computer?

Kim Harris, via Facebook

AThere are a few options for

Mac users who want to

create their own charts. Ursa

Software (www.ursasoftware.com)

has a very good MacStitch

programme which has three

versions, depending on how you

complex you want your charts to be

– prices start from £22. DP

Software (www.dpsoftware.com or

call 0845 345 2420) also has a

Mac programme called Cross Stitch

Professional Platinum which costs

£50.40 to download. Happy

charting, and do share with us what

you make. We love to see the

creativity of our wonderful readers!

S Chart just about anything with Ursa’s stitchy programme!

W Get a closer look at your stitches on linen with the Daylight YoYo Magnifier

SPOOKY SKULLSWhat cute and colourful skulls!

A pack of five of various colours

costs £1.60 if you visit

www.alwaysknittingandsewing.

co.uk or call 01257 276 513

Hello Angels!Send your stitching problems to Crazy’s Angels and we’ll come to your rescue! Make your questions as crazy as you like and send them to the address listed below.

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AskTheAngels

Beautiful beading

QWhat is the best way to use

a beading needle? I always

prick my finger because of the

length. Can I buy a smaller one?

Joanna Young, via Facebook

AA beading needle is

required when you’re

attaching seed beads or other

beads to a cross stitch project, as

the smaller eye lets it pass through

the shaft of the needle. The good

news is that John James ( 01527

830 941 or www.jjneedles.com)

sells shorter beading needles that

measure 32.5mm. They come in

sharp points and a round points,

and are available in size 10 and 12.

The sharp point is designed for

embroidering with beads at the

same time as stitching, and the

round is for adding beads onto

finished work.

As the length

of the needle

is shorter, it

won’t bend as

easily, and

you’re less

likely to prick

your fingers.

And best of

all, it’s only

£1 for a four

pack!

A rainbow of colours

QWhat’s the best way

to use variegated

thread, Angels? I was gifted

some but I’m scared to use it.

Charmaine Butler, via Facebook

AWith variegated threads

the colour will change

throughout the skein so, as you

stitch, a rich palette of beautiful

complementary colours are

revealed. DMC and Anchor both

produce a range of variegated

threads, so there’s a great deal

of choice out there when it

comes to colour. You use them in

the same way as you would your

normal stranded thread, but our

tip is to make both arms of your

stitch at the same time (as

opposed to just doing a row of

half stitches then returning to add

the second arm). This will ensure

that each stitch retains the same

colour. Variegated threads can be

used for all sorts of projects, but

they look great when you’re

stitching something that would

naturally have a range and depth of

colours, such as the sea or sky.

Using them for monochrome or

blackwork designs also creates a

very special finish. We’d love to see

a photo of the project you use them

for, Charmaine! Best of luck!

Keeping it clean

QMy daughter is in her final

year to become a nurse,

and I would like to cross stitch a

sampler with nursing symbols on

as a graduation gift. Any ideas?

Alison Crellin, via the forum

AWhat a lovely gift for your

daughter, Alison! We don’t

know of any specific chart or book

featuring any nursing symbols,

unfortunately, but there are lots of

books out there with some sampler

motifs that give you advice on how

to put together your own design.

Susan Bates’ Cross Stitch Sampler

Book has over 400 motifs in a wide

variety of themes which could be

adapted for your purpose, such as

the scissors in the book’s sewing

section. It costs £12.99 from

www.amazon.co.uk. The other

option is that you design your own

motifs, either by using cross stitch

software (see the answer to our

first question this issue), or by

charting them on graph paper with

coloured pencils. Good luck, and

we wish your daughter much

success in the nursing world!

To make time for

your stitching

1 If you travel to work on

a bus or train, use the

commuting time to work on

your latest project. Just be

prepared for a few interested

stares from your inquisitive

fellow commuters!

2 Set aside a designated

time for your stitching.

(For example, try Wednesday

evenings). That way you’ll

have it built into your busy

schedule and can plan other

activities around it.

3 Use stitching as a nice

reward for completing

household chores. So, if you

vacuum the entire house,

your treat is an hour of pure,

uninterrupted stitching time!

4 If your child wants to

have a go, you can enjoy

some quality time with each

other as you both stitch your

individual projects.

5 Everyone needs some

‘me time’, so don’t feel

guilty about partaking in your

favourite hobby!

Our top tips...

XUse ball point needles for adding beads post-stitch

TThis collection of motifs can work for multiple subjects!

TDon’t be afraid to mix it up with variegated threads

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CrazyKids

Trick or Treat!

P repare for optimum

candy collection with

these classic designs,

ideal for any kid out

on the town for All Hallows' Eve.

Kids will love stitching several

popular Halloween symbols, like

jack-o'-lanterns, black cats and

a witches' brew! Older children

with longer attention spans

will fare best with these creepy

charts, as each very scary piece

takes about ten hours to stitch!

But since the designs use only

whole stitches and backstitch,

they're still appropriate charts for

beginners. And they'll sure help

differentiate the candy bags!

Need to know Stitch Time 10 hours each (approx)Stitch Types Whole cross stitch, backstitch

Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key

Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle

Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring

15x15cm (6x6in) for each design. To buy, visit

www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150

Extras - 3mm wool-felt sheet in orange. To buy, visit

www.woolfeltcompany.co.uk or call 0115 841

4531. 4mm wool-felt sheet in lime green. To buy, visit

www.bloomingfelt.co.uk or call 01245 471 690

ShoppingList...

Spooky yet sweet motifs put kids in the Halloween spirit and give them a way to individualise their bags! Designed by Shannon Wasilieff

Let your kids show off their stitchy skills to their friends

on Halloween this year!

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I can feel shivers running up and down my spine already! Kids will

love prepping for their big, sugar-fueled night out with these nifty stitches! Yvette Streeter,

Editor,

Cross Stitch Crazy

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Whole stitches only

Max. stitch count 48 (h) x 48 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 9x9cm (3½x3½in)

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Rico Anchor DMC

[ 213 843 3012

H 229 1086 839

i 256 338 922

T 266 1014 3777

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v 285 393 3790

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Stitch count 77 (h) x 80 (w)

Design area on 25-count fabric 15.5x16.5cm (6¼x6½in)

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Motorhome

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

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Bat and penguin

Cross stitch in two strands

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Martial arts

Fighting fitI’d really love a chart of a lady in a white martial arts uniform sat in seiza (kneel-sitting Japanese style). I practice both Aikido and Iaido but the only charts I can find are of people doing karate kicks. Alexandra Webster, Dukinfield

Here she is, Alexandra, honing her mind as well as her body! Lucie

Unusual duo Please could you design a bat and penguin chart for a wedding anniversary card, Lucie? I can’t find a design anywhere! Thank you so much! Lisa Seagrave, Gloucester

What a cute pair these two make! They'll look darling on your wedding anniverary card, Lisa. Winged animals of a feather don't necessarily need to flock together! Lucie

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ChartRequest

On the RoadIt’s so difficult to find cross stitch charts of Class A motorhomes, even though there’s a huge, untapped market for them! Would you be able to design one for me, Lucie? Thanks!Susan Collier, Seattle, USA

Of course. Safe travels! Lucie

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Milkshake and burger Cross stitch in two strands

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Holy daysHi Lucie, I'm wondering if you can help me? I’m looking for a chart for a little girl’s First Holy Communion, but I can’t seem to find one. Can you can help me by creating one?Clare Cannon-Hemming, via Facebook

What a thoughtful gift for such a meaningful event, Clare. This little girl is lucky to have you in her life. I hope this chart fits the bill as her Communion present! Lucie

Happy hippoI love hippos and daisies, so it would be fantastic if you could chart a hippo wearing daisies for me, Lucie! I can't wait to see your cute creation!

Debbie Fouche, Adelaide, Australia

What a nice idea, Debbie! Here you go – one sweet, daisy-wearing hippo! I hope you enjoy stitching this cheerful beauty! Lucie

I challenge Lucie...If there’s something you would like to have charted, challenge me, Lucie, and I’ll come up with the goods. Please note, I can only fit in fairly small designs and for copyright reasons I’m unable to chart characters from films and TV – but go on, make it something crazy!

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Fill in and cut out this coupon (or photocopy it) and send it to: Challenge Lucie, Cross Stitch Crazy, Immediate Media Company Bristol Ltd, 2nd Floor, Tower House, Fairfax Street, Bristol BS1 3BN, or email [email protected]

Tasty treatsCan you chart a juicy burger and a strawberry milkshake for me, as I’d like to stitch them for my husband? Thanks a million in advance, Lucie!Emma Wright, Devon

Your request makes me want to head over to an American restaurant for a delicious meal, Emma! I'm sure your husband will feel the same when he recieves this scrumptious stitchy gift! Lucie

Cross stitch in two strands

DMC Anchor Madeira

Z blanc 2 2402

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Whole stitches only

Stitch count 30 (h) x 24 (w)

Design area on 14-count fabric 5.5x4.5cm (2x1¾in)

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Track it Down

Sherlock Anne’s on hand to track down the designs you crave. Send her your requests today!

Track it down for me...Please find the following design for me – I’m crazy for it!(Continue on another sheet if necessary)

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By the seasideWe spend two weeks in Cornwall most years and I would love to stitch something to remind me of happy holidays. I’d love a colourful beachy design in a modern style. I can’t wait to see what you come up with!Rachel Russell, Holmfirth

What a great theme, Rachel! I felt very rested after looking at so many holiday scenes! I settled on this one for you – Beach Houses from DMC. It’s full of all the fun of the seaside – the blazing sun, a flying kite, a curious seagull and a row of colourful seaside homes. Beach Houses is 15x20cm (6x8in) stitched on 14-count aida. The kit is aimed at intermediate stitchers,

but adventurous beginners shouldn’t be put off. The kit retails for £20.99 and you can find stockist details at www.dmccreative.co.uk or call 0116 275 4000.

Book wormMy best friend spends most of her life with her nose in a book! I think she’d really like it if I stitched her a bookmark – do you know of any nice kits out there please, Anne?Erin Peake, Brighouse

I’m a big fan of designs by Michael Powell. He has a lovely range of bookmark kits, including this fun Cupcakes design. The kit includes a 5cm (2in) wide 14-count Zweigart aida band in cream, pre-sorted Anchor threads, a natural cotton tassel, felt ribbon backing and a needle. It’s worked in full stitches and backstitch, and the design size measures 4.5x19.5cm (1¾x7½in). The kit sells for £11.99. Other designs in the series include sundaes and a Celebration Cake. Visit www.michaelpowellart.co.uk or call 02920 496 000 to order.

Man’s best friendI would like a cross stitch chart made of my dog’s face. Is there anywhere that can make a chart from a photograph, or is there any computer software that I can purchase to do the job?Antony Dawkins, Nuneaton

You’re in luck, Antony. DMC Creative offers an excellent Stitch-A-Photo service, where they transform a treasured colour, black-and-white or sepia photograph into a cross stitch chart for you. All you need to do is order the Stitch-A-Photo pack, which costs £20.99, and send off your photo in the supplied envelope. You’ll receive your cross stitch chart from DMC within 28

days. The finished design size is 20x25cm (8x10in) if stitched on 14-count aida, but you can order a chart for a 40x51cm (16x20in) design for an additional charge. Find your local stockist at www.dmccreative.co.uk or call 0116 275 4000.

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Mine’s a pintIt’s my dad’s birthday in a few months’ time and I’d really like to stitch him a gift, but am stuck for ideas. He likes country walks, old fashioned pubs and his Labrador dog. Hopefully you can find something to fit one of these themes, Anne! Good luck!Bella Lane, Dorchester

DesignFinder

Chart choice

Food of Gods£2.60, Grape Bunch by Domcraft

www.etsy.com/shop/domcraftTheir unique texture and sweetness makes grapes a popular snack, and this bunch looks almost good enough to eat! Supplied as a PDF file, the easy-to-follow chart is worked in whole cross stitches only. If you stitch on 14-count aida your design will end up 8x14cm (3x5½in).

Cherry picked£3.47, Cherries by The Art of Cross Stitch

www.etsy.com/shop/theartofcrossstitchClever shading on this chart, in 24 colours, means your finished stitching will look so realistic. At 10x12.5cm (4x5in) on 14-count aida and 7.5x10cm (3x4in) on 18-count, it’s just the right size to embellish an apron, napkin, placemat or greeting card.

Three in a row£3.77, Electric Pineapples by Spruce X Stitch www.sprucexstitch.comThis ultra modern chart is guaranteed to brighten up your home. Stitched in just 13 thread shades and using only whole stitches, it will come to life quickly and easily. The chart is available as an instant download, so you could even make a start on it today!

Number oneFree, Strawberry by Ann Logan

www.cross-stitch-pattern.netThis gorgeous design definitely does Britain’s favourite fruit justice. This strawberry chart is available to download for free, along with lots of other brilliant charts. It’s worked entirely in whole cross stitches and great for beginners.

Treasured memoriesIt’s a little way off, but my daughter and eight-year-old granddaughter are moving house next year and will be over 100 miles away from me. I’ll still see them, but not as often. I want to stitch my granddaughter a gift to remind her of the fun days out that we’ve had. She particularly enjoys our trips to the zoo and loves the penguins. Can you find the perfect kit please, Anne?Ellie Davis, Macclesfield

It always pays to be ahead of the game, Ellie. I hope you’ll love this Penguins kit from Coleshill Collection. It’s one of their

These juicy summer fruits are sure to make your mouth water while you stitch!

This month: Fruit

I hope you’ll like this Down the Pub kit by Twilleys of Stamford, Bella, featuring two traditional pub signs. You can stitch one for your dad’s birthday and another for Christmas! The designs are stitched on 14-count cream aida and each measures 11.5x20.5cm (4½x8in). You’ll find the kit on sale for £14.67 if you visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150.

kids’ kits, stitched on 11-count aida, which has been created specially for children of about eight and up. You can stitch it up quickly yourself, or you and your granddaughter can stitch it together. The kit costs £10 when you visit www.coleshillcollection.com or call 0800 007 6550.

Oldie but goodieOur next-door-neighbour has been good to us over the years, helping out when our children were young and being a general support. I want to stitch her something special for her 80th birthday in September. Do you have any suggestions for me, Anne? I’d love to hear them! Lisa O’Hanlon, Leigh on Sea

How about this 80th Birthday design from Welsh company Nia Cross Stitch? It’s available

as a kit for £19 or a chart only for £8 and it’s fun to see the design come together as you stitch each motif. We chose the pink card here, but the blue card for men is great as well! A personalised card like this would be a special reminder of her big day, and she’s sure to appreciate all the effort you put into stitching it. An alphabet chart is supplied so you can personalise your stitching accordingly. The design uses only whole cross stitches and backstitch. To find out more or to buy, visit Nia Cross Stitch at www.nia-crossstitch.com or call 01792 897 695.

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Pins ‘n’ prickles

You’ll love these simple cactus motifs – they make the cutest pincushions to add colour to your craft box! Designed by Tiny Modernist

Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key

Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle

Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring

15x15cm (6x7¾in) for each design. To buy, visit

www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150

Extras - Medium Pom-Pom Trim in Turquoise,

Cerise, Orange and Yellow. To buy, visit

www.ricketyrose.co.uk or call 01367 250 034.

Backing fabric of your choice and wadding from

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Guidelines

Cross stitch in two strands

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Don’t forget to log on to our website, Cross-stitching.com, to check out video tutorials, handy tips and much more!

Perfect for

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Halloween bags

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Cactus pincushions

Cross stitch

Understanding charts and keysFollow the steps below for an introduction to getting started, then use the simple instructions opposite to learn each stitch!

Reading the chartOur charts are printed with coloured squares

containing a symbol that represents squares

to be stitched on the fabric. The key alongside

the chart will tell you what colour thread each

symbol corresponds to, so you know which one

to thread your needle with (see right).

Where to startThe centre of our cross stitch charts is marked

out using small arrows on the edge of each

side of the chart. This is the best place to start

stitching, so you end up with the design in the

middle of the fabric. To find the centre of your

fabric, fold it in half horizontally, open it up

and fold it vertically. When you open the fabric

again, you’ll find the creases mark the centre.

Following our keysAll our charts are accompanied by keys that

tell you how many strands of thread to stitch

in (each length of stranded cotton contains six

strands), the thread colours needed (listed in

numbers), whether there are backstitch lines,

French knots or fractional stitches (see page 79

for details of how to work these), and the size

of the design. The thread numbers listed in the

first column of the key refer to the brand that

we’ve used to stitch the design, then numbers

for two other brands of threads are given. These

are not always exact equivalents, but are the

closest colour match available.

Finding what you needEach project includes a shopping list telling you

what needle you’ll need, and the type and size

of fabric required. It’ll also include the sizing or

details of other products you’ll need to frame or

finish it in the same way we have.

Type of stitch and number of strands

Symbol and colour that corresponds to the chart

Thread number represented by the symbol

The three main brands of thread we use. The first column is always the one that we’ve used to stitch the design

Stitch count – how many stitches high and wide the design is

Backstitch

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Fractional stitches

To make a quarter stitch, bring the needle up at the corner of a square and take it down through the centre, halfway across the diagonal, splitting the aida block (above left). To turn this into a three-quarter stitch, make a half cross stitch across the other diagonal of the square. This creates a half

cross stitch across the quarter stitch. If you have to make two fractional stitches back-to-back in the same square, you’ll need to decide which is a quarter stitch and which is a three-quarter stitch. Usually, the three-quarter stitch (shown here in pink) is made in the foreground colour of the design.

Once you’ve finished stitching, finish off your threads by running your needle through the back of several stitches that you’ve already completed. Snip off the ends neatly with a sharp pair of embroidery scissors, as close to your fabric as possible.

Finishing your thread

To attach seed beads, you’ll need to use a beading needle instead of a tapestry needle, as they’re thinner. With a single strand of thread, use a half cross stitch to secure your beads, making sure the ‘arms’ of your stitches are all facing the same way.

Backstitch is shown by a coloured line and is added to stitching to create detail. Work the backstitch over individual blocks on aida, or pairs of threads on evenweave. Bring the needle up through the fabric at 1 and take it down at 2, up at 3 and so on, so that you are working back on yourself.

French knots appear as dots on your chart. Bring the needle up through the fabric, then holding the thread with your left hand, wind it round the needle as many times as advised in the key. Holding the thread taut, take the needle down part of a block away. Pull through until a neat knot is formed.

Seed beadsBackstitch French knots

The loop method is the neatest way to start stitching, but can only be done with an even number of strands. Cut a 40cm (16in) thread length, then fold one strand in half. Thread the needle with the ends to form a loop, and bring the needle up through the fabric (above left). As you take it back down, pass it through the loop and pull to secure.

Getting started

AFGHAN – a woollen blanket or rug with areas for cross stitchingAIDA – the most common cross stitching fabric, made up of thread woven in blocks rather than singlyAIDA BAND – a thin strip of aida with a decorative edge, used to adorn towels, bookmarks, etc. Comes in various widthsAPERTURE – the space through which a design is shown (mainly on cards and in frames)BEADING NEEDLE – a long, fine needle that slides easily through seed and bugle beadsDESIGN AREA – the measurement of the finished design, depending on the count of fabric usedEVENWEAVE – fabric made from evenly-spaced woven threads. It’s softer and more flexible than aidaFABRIC COUNT – the number of holes per inch (HPI) on your fabric. The higher the number, the finer your fabric will beFABRIC SIZE – the size of fabric needed for the design, including allowance for framingFRACTIONAL STITCH – stitches made from a quarter or three- quarters of a cross stitchHALF STITCH – the first arm of the cross. Used to give a less dense stitch to lighter areasHOOP – a plastic or wooden circular frame that holds your fabric taut while you stitch on itJOBELAN – one of the most widely used types of evenweave fabricKEY – a list of all the threads and stitches used in a design, and theirrespective chart symbolsLONG STITCH – long backstitches that extend over larger areas of the fabric, to depict sky or grass etc PERFORATED PAPER – toughened paper, perforated with tiny holes PETIT POINT – tiny stitches, one quarter the size of a cross stitch, for detailed areas of stitchingPLASTIC CANVAS – a plastic alternative to fabric, ideal for making decorations and bookmarksSAMPLER – traditional stitching, demonstrating a variety of stitchesSATIN THREADS – silky threads that add a subtle sheenSKEIN – an 8m length of stranded cotton, divisible into six strandsSTITCH COUNT – the number of stitches (vertical and horizontal) that make up a designSTITCHING OVER TWO – term used to describe stitching over two threads on evenweave fabricWADDING – padding used to add depth to stitching when it’s mounted inside cardsWASTE CANVAS – loosely woven fabric, held together with soluble glue. Often used to add designs to clothes and softer fabricsWHOLE STITCH – a complete cross stitch as opposed to half, quarter and three-quarter stitches

TIP Working a row of half cross stitches (above right), then completing the whole cross stitch on the return journey, is a quick way to work, especially when stitching block sections of colour.TIP Work each half cross stitch in the same direction, so the top ‘arms’ of your cross stitches all face the same way.

You’ll need to make a whole cross stitch for each coloured square on the chart. Bring the needle up at the bottom left corner of a square and down at the top right corner. This is called a half cross stitch. Bring the needle up again at the bottom right corner and back down at the top left to finish off the cross stitch (above centre).

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1What is the name of the

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John Clayton for Heritage Crafts?

A) Grace

B) Elegance

C) Sophistication

2 Zweigart is a leading brand

in what stitching accessory?

A) Scissors

B) Lamps

C) Aida

3 Complete the full name of

needlework company DMC…

A) Creative World

B) World of Creativity

C) Be Creative

4 The word ‘bothy’ from Bothy

Threads also means what?

A) A rocky road

B) A small hut or cottage

C) A farm

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1 SONIC RIDGE

2 SPLOTCHIEST

3 OVERHURRIED FIST

4 CHESTED THIGH TINS

5 WRONGED KISS

Quiz answers: 1B, 2C, 3A, 4B, 5C, 6B, 7A, 8C

Anagrams: 1. Rico Design, 2. Polstitches 3. Riverdrift

House 4. The Stitching Shed 5. Design Works

5Which thread brand shares

its name with a type of cake?

A) Battenburg

B) Panettone

C) Madeira

6 Which maritime motif

features in the name and

logo of a popular and commonly

used stitching brand?

A) Ship

B) Anchor

C) Lighthouse

7 Mirabilia Designs are

created by which person?

A) Nora Corbett

B) Cora Corbett

C) Dora Corbett

8Kreinik is based in which of

these three countries?

A) Germany

B) Canada

C) USA

How well do you know your

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