Cross Stitch Crazy

welcome…

… to the September issue of Crazy! With this mag, I’m fulfilling a few of my own cross stitch fantasies – for instance, I’ve been itching to commission the steampunk-style animals on page 64 since before I became the editor here! I also feel as if my childhood fancies have come to life in the form of the kawaii make-up bag motifs on page 72. As a kid, I often played with pretend lipstick and mascara, so this cute set really takes me back. Of course, we have a few of my teammates’ dream projects in this issue, too. Lou is always excited when we feature cats, so she loves the life announcement cards on page 37. And Katie is absolutely bananas for birds, so I’m sure she’ll end up stitching…

meet the team

Katie Kegie Art Editor This month… “I’ll make a nameplate for myself using the bird alphabet on page 49” Lou Smith Production Editor This month… “The steampunk animal hoops on page 64 are absolutely adorable!” Emily Godwin Designer This month… “I plan to try making the double-hoop autumn wreath on page 42” Fiona Baker Technical Editor This month… “My goddaughter will love the mini make-up motifs on page 72” Heather Nugent Charting Editor This month… “Makiko’s cupcake-loving teddy bear on page 10 would look so fab in my kitchen!” Hannah Erskine Charting Assistant This month… “I have a friend who will just love the inspirational lamp cards and tags on page 28” Contact Crazy www.facebook.com/crossstitchcrazy www.twitter.com/crazy_magazine www.cross-stitching.com Editorial team 0117 300 8788 Subscriptions 01604 973 741 Cross Stitch Crazy Immediate Media Company Bristol Ltd, Eagle House, Colston Avenue, Bristol BS1 4ST Download our app! Take Crazy with you wherever you go! Visit the app store on iTunes, Google Play, Amazon or Zinio to…

over to you…

Susan Scott Littleborough Which project are you most proud of? The graduation piece that I stitched for my daughter, Hannah. She’s a massive fan of all things Disney, so I included a quote from Walt Disney. How would you describe your stitching style? Easy and relaxed. I mostly enjoy working with whole stitches and bold colours. Which occasion gets your needle twitching? Christmas, Easter and stitching for family. I start my Easter cards on Christmas day! When I’m not stitching, you’ll find me… Running – I’m training for a half marathon! How long ago did you start stitching? Christmas 1989, to be exact. My husband was on nights so I picked up a new hobby! Georgina Chamberlain Dorset Which cross stitch designer would be your dream dinner party guest? Jess Payne from The Geeky Stitching Co. I love her designs and she’s such…

cross stitch crazy

EDITOR Alison Maney alison@cross-stitching.com ART EDITOR Katie Kegie PRODUCTION EDITOR Lou Smith DESIGNER Emily Godwin TECHNICAL EDITOR Fiona Baker CHARTING EDITOR Heather Nugent CHARTING ASSISTANT Hannah Erskine PHOTOGRAPHY Steve Sayers CONTRIBUTORS Jenny Barton, Emma Congdon, Maria Diaz, Lucie Heaton, Diane Hollands, Mollie Johanson, Durene Jones, Makiko, Carol McCormick, Cheryl McKinnon, Becky Spencer, Claire Vaughan, Jenni Waugh GROUP ADVERTISEMENT SALES MANAGER Penny Stokes SENIOR BRAND SALES EXECUTIVE Victoria Allan 0117 300 8214 victoria.allan@immediate.co.uk DIRECT MARKETING EXECUTIVE Tom Allen RIGHTS ASSISTANT Kristin Eriksen PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Sarah Powell PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Lizzie Ayre BUYING TEAM Karen Flannigan, Jennifer Morgan, Paul Torre PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Liz Taylor CEO Tom Bureau MANAGING DIRECTOR Andy Marshall HEAD OF LICENSING & SYNDICATION Joanna Marshall PRINTED IN ENGLAND BY William Gibbons REPROGRAPHICS Tony Hunt, Chris Sutch…

emma congdon luggage tag kit

This kit includes a luggage tag and ribbon for making up your stitching! Before you jet off for your next summer adventure or exciting weekend away, make sure you stitch this trendy tag to take with you! Emma’s pretty typography-style design is a quick and easy project, which uses just whole stitches and backstitch. It’s an ideal quick gift, fast finish or first project for a stitching newbie! Plus, this kit is just the right size to pop in your bag and stitch on the go! Pass the time up in the air or down on the roads by immersing yourself in the cheerful oranges and refreshing blues of this fun tag. Or, if you’re spending your holiday at home, treat yourself to a few hours of stitching out in the garden…

sweet stitches

This cuddly duo love spending their afternoons whipping up tasty treats! Bring their little bakery to life using a fun and challenging mix of whole stitches, fractionals, half stitches, backstitch and French knots. Keep an eye on your backstitch – it’s mostly worked in one strand, to create the soft details of the scene, but uses two strands for the cherry stalk. Once completed, display this special design as a cushion and impress teatime guests with your baking and stitching skills. Or, place these cake-loving pals inside a colourful frame and gift to a sweet-toothed friend! Need to know Stitch Time 36 hours (approx) Stitch Types Whole cross stitch, fractionals, half cross stitch, backstitch, French knots Shopping List… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white…