The World of Cross Stitching Aug-22

This month, our issue is packed with treats! We have a make for everyone, so whatever your stitching ability, get set to add to your must-stitch list. If you’re a fan of adventure or love the feel of the wind in your hair, you’ll enjoy Jenny Barton’s vintage motorcycle on page 74. Full of realistic detail, you’ll race through it in no time! We have plenty of feel-good summery projects to inspire you this season too. Be transported to the seaside with the set of coastal bird cards on page 66 or the sunny beach huts ABC on page 27. Showcase a gorgeous arrangement of summer wildflowers with Amanda Gregory’s bright blooms on page 36. And take a WIP safely on your next holiday with Durene Jones’ handy tote bag…

This month, our issue is packed with treats! We have a make for everyone, so whatever your stitching ability, get set to add to your must-stitch list. If you’re a fan of adventure or love the feel of the wind in your hair, you’ll enjoy Jenny Barton’s vintage motorcycle on page 74. Full of realistic detail, you’ll race through it in no time! We have plenty of feel-good summery projects to inspire you this season too. Be transported to the seaside with the set of coastal bird cards on page 66 or the sunny beach huts ABC on page 27. Showcase a gorgeous arrangement of summer wildflowers with Amanda Gregory’s bright blooms on page 36. And take a WIP safely on your next holiday with Durene Jones’ handy tote bag and…

SUSAN BATES With Susan’s dreamy summer scene on page 10 you’ll enjoy an idyllic cottage with thatched roof and a pretty walled garden filled with seasonal blooms. MEGAN CAINES You’ll be hypnotised by the vibrant mandalastyle patterns used by Megan in her monkey portrait (p56). Whole stitches only makes it beginner friendly too. LISA REAKES Lisa’s set of six coastal seabird cards will bring back happy memories of trips to the seaside and they’ll make perfect summer birthday greetings (p66). STITCHING HELP! Don’t forget to send all your stitchy questions and design requests in to us! Email us at: theworldofxstitching@ourmedia.co.uk Write to: Ask the Experts, The World of Cross Stitching, Our Media Ltd, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST www.facebook.com/theworldofcrossstitching www.instagram.com/worldofcrossstitching We will try and answer your questions as soon as…

SUSAN BATES With Susan’s dreamy summer scene on page 10 you’ll enjoy an idyllic cottage with thatched roof and a pretty walled garden filled with seasonal blooms. MEGAN CAINES You’ll be hypnotised by the vibrant mandalastyle patterns used by Megan in her monkey portrait (p56). Whole stitches only makes it beginner friendly too. LISA REAKES Lisa’s set of six coastal seabird cards will bring back happy memories of trips to the seaside and they’ll make perfect summer birthday greetings (p66). STITCHING HELP! Don’t forget to send all your stitchy questions and design requests in to us! Email us at: theworldofxstitching@ourmedia.co.uk Write to: Ask the Experts, The World of Cross Stitching, Our Media Ltd, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST www.facebook.com/theworldofcrossstitching www.instagram.com/worldofcrossstitching We will try and answer your questions as soon as we can, but if you’re working to a specific deadline then do…

Be on the panel! × Get a sneak preview × Appear in the magazine × Receive a stitchy gift Emma Rhodes is a stay-at-home mum from Bath Your recent fave WOXS design? ‘Say it with Flowers’ from issue 317 (March 2022). It’s been years since I did a Forever Friends – it went straight on my never-ending list. How did you start cross stitching? My grandma taught me to knit when I was young. One year, we went to a craft show and I saw a stitch of a teddy holding a balloon. I haven’t stopped since! What is your fave project? The aida ruler from issue 297 (Sept 2020) because it’s so handy. Tell us about your latest WIP. I’m stitching my fourth Wrendale (Bothy Threads*), ‘Milk Maid’ – I adore cows! At university I specialised in dairy cows,…

Be on the panel! × Get a sneak preview × Appear in the magazine × Receive a stitchy gift Emma Rhodes is a stay-at-home mum from Bath Your recent fave WOXS design? ‘Say it with Flowers’ from issue 317 (March 2022). It’s been years since I did a Forever Friends – it went straight on my never-ending list. How did you start cross stitching? My grandma taught me to knit when I was young. One year, we went to a craft show and I saw a stitch of a teddy holding a balloon. I haven’t stopped since! What is your fave project? The aida ruler from issue 297 (Sept 2020) because it’s so handy. Tell us about your latest WIP. I’m stitching my fourth Wrendale (Bothy Threads*), ‘Milk Maid’ – I…