The World of Cross Stitching January 2020

This issue is bursting with new season stitching treats for you to enjoy. Whatever the style you prefer, whatever the size and complexity of the project you have time for, we’ve got the project for you. See in the New Year in style with our versatile set of glitzy designs from Emma Congdon (p56) – make bunting, invitations and photo booth props! And after the festivities, don’t forget to thank family and friends with our adorable woodland critters thank you cards (p74). My favourite time period is the 1920s so I can’t wait to stitch Jenny Van De Wiele’s Art Deco sampler on page 68. And I’m excited to learn some new stitches with Faby Reilly’s set of pretty biscornu pincushions (p38). They use a range of techniques including satin stitch, spider…

This issue is bursting with new season stitching treats for you to enjoy. Whatever the style you prefer, whatever the size and complexity of the project you have time for, we’ve got the project for you. See in the New Year in style with our versatile set of glitzy designs from Emma Congdon (p56) – make bunting, invitations and photo booth props! And after the festivities, don’t forget to thank family and friends with our adorable woodland critters thank you cards (p74). My favourite time period is the 1920s so I can’t wait to stitch Jenny Van De Wiele’s Art Deco sampler on page 68. And I’m excited to learn some new stitches with Faby Reilly’s set of pretty biscornu pincushions (p38). They use a range of techniques including satin…

MICHAEL POWELL Michael brings his distinctive style to a wonderful winter farm scene on page 10. Evocative sunset shades and fantastic detail are sure to delight. FABY REILLY Add some new stitches to your repertoire with Faby’s quartet of pretty biscornu designs (p38). Using six embroidery techniques there’s plenty to enjoy. EMMA CONGDON Host the most stylish NYE celebrations with four sophisticated designs (p56). Quick-tostitch and glamorous, this set makes perfect party decorations.…

Paula Priest is an architectural assistant from Folkestone, UK Fave ever stitching project? A project I designed myself – a poem for my mum for Mother’s Day. I decorated it with flowers and an intricate vine as a border. Worst stitching disaster? Trying to blend Kreinik thread! I didn’t read up on how to use it and it kept splitting and getting in a knot. It was for a wizard project I was doing and it was very frustrating. I put it back in my bag for an “I’ll do it later” project! Fave WOXS design? I love most of the designs, but ‘Henry VIII’ in issue 285 (October 2019) is definitely on my to-stitch list. What do you love the most about cross stitching? The time it gives me to relax…

Paula Priest is an architectural assistant from Folkestone, UK Fave ever stitching project? A project I designed myself – a poem for my mum for Mother’s Day. I decorated it with flowers and an intricate vine as a border. Worst stitching disaster? Trying to blend Kreinik thread! I didn’t read up on how to use it and it kept splitting and getting in a knot. It was for a wizard project I was doing and it was very frustrating. I put it back in my bag for an “I’ll do it later” project! Fave WOXS design? I love most of the designs, but ‘Henry VIII’ in issue 285 (October 2019) is definitely on my to-stitch list. What do you love the most about cross stitching? The time it gives me to relax but also produce beautiful images that…

Baby Mouse key STITCH COUNT 32 high x 42 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 6x7.5cm (2x3in) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton Missed a chart? ISSUE 288 Little Monty Mouse is hanging his stocking on a Christmas mantel with care. ISSUE 287 In this sweet design, Lizzie Mouse cuddles up to her favourite red-nosed reindeer. ISSUE 286 Wearing his crooked hat and purple robes, Monty is sure to put you under his spell. For back issues, call ☎ 03330 162 137 or visit http://bit.ly/1NwX3Rv Hush little baby, and sweet dreams. This adorable sleeping babe, clad in his cosy white onesie, is all snuggled up on his favourite heart blanket. Complete your set of Furry Tales® with this lovely chart, which makes a perfect card for…