Cross Stitch Gold January 2020

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Meet the designer Carol Thornton Watercolour artist Carol sketches and paints her gorgeous works of art before turning them into cross stitch designs. She creates charts for various magazines and has attracted legions of fans who love her distinctive style of artwork, which translates beautifully into cross stitch. “This mother duck and her brood invoke feelings of love, spring, and new beginnings. I hope you enjoy the uplifting colours, too.” Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 28-count white evenweave over two threads of the fabric in 25 shades of cotton. Cross stitch is in two strands of cotton, with lots of fractional stitches throughout. The backstitch is worked in one strand, and French knots also add extra detail in one strand. This project is recommended for experienced stitchers. How to stitch the design 1 Find the…

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Get in touch Email: zeena@cross-stitching.com Write to: Zeena Moolla, Cross Stitch Gold magazine, Eagle House, Colston Avenue, Bristol BS1 4ST Join us at: facebook.com/crossstitchgold Tweet us: @CrossStitchGold Simply stunning I am particularly proud of this picture. My mum is a very talented dressmaker who not only used to make bridalwear, but made all of my clothes, and my siblings’, when we were children. In fact, she didn’t stop making the odd garment until I left home at the age of 20! Growing up, we were surrounded by a plethora of dressmaking patterns, and most were by Simplicity. When I saw this kit, I knew I had to stitch it for my mum. It will be her Christmas present this year and is so appropriate for her, particularly as she was the one who taught me how…

a secret romance

Meet the designer Lesley Teare Lesley is an experienced cross stitch designer with a degree in Printed and Woven Textiles, and many years of design experience. She creates designs for a wide range of stitching magazines, and has a range of cross stitch books to her name, too. Lesley lives and works in rural Suffolk, where she enjoys gardening and country walks with her labrador. “This secret meeting place, down by the river, makes a stunning backdrop for my courting couple. I’ve added billowing clouds for a sense of drama.” Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 14-count white aida in 32 shades of stranded cotton. Cross stitch is worked in two strands of cotton, with fractionals throughout for detail. Backstitch adds definition in one strand of thread, and French knots are also worked in…

be my valentine…

Meet the designer Fiona Baker Fiona has always had a passion for art and design from an early age, and loves the creativity in her role as Technical Editor for Cross Stitch Gold, as well as our sister magazines, Cross Stitch Crazy and The World of Cross Stitching. “I’ve created animal silhouettes with tartan and Scandi patterns in the past – this is the same idea, but with a more feminine and romantic feel for Valentine’s Day.” Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 28-count blue linen over two threads of the fabric in nine shades of stranded cotton. Cross stitch is in three strands of cotton, with fractionals for extra detail. Backstitch is worked in one, two and three strands of black cotton. This project is recommended for experienced stitchers. How to stitch the design 1…

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Dear reader, Feel the refreshing ocean breeze as you stitch this welcoming seaside window kit, designed by Janlynn! When you subscribe to Cross Stitch Gold today, you'll receive this beautiful kit, worth over £29, plus you’ll pay just £14.99 every 3 issues, saving 29% on the shop price. Don’t miss out on this great offer – treat yourself today, or delight a fellow stitcher with a gift subscription. Zeena, Editor, Cross Stitch Gold In every issue of Gold: 8 large designs in every issue The world’s best designers Expert stitching advice and tips GREAT REASONS TO SUBSCRIBE Save 29% on shop price when you subscribe JUST £14.99 for 3 issues plus your Ocean Breeze kit 8 large projects in every issue from the UK’s best designers Convenient UK home delivery at no extra cost! Kit contains: 14-count aida, stranded cotton, needle, chart and…

a tranquil moment

Meet the designer Amanda Gregory Based in the West Country, Amanda is a talented watercolour artist, cross stitch designer and dressmaker. Her work is suffused with gorgeous colour combinations and a great sense of detail, and her beautiful designs regularly appear in a range of popular cross stitching magazines. “This printed fabric sets the design off a treat, creating a soft, subtle background for my vibrant hollyhocks and hydrangeas. What a lovely spot for some summer stitching.” Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on Fabric Flair 28-count printed evenweave over two threads of the fabric, in 33 shades of stranded cotton. Cross stitch is in two strands of cotton, with a few fractionals for extra detail. Backstitch is worked in one strand, while French knots in one strand add the finishing touch. This project is…