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Even if you can’t be outside to enjoy the sunny weather, this month’s projects should set the scene so that you can be surrounded by summer in your homes at all times! The tropical toucan by Kay Widdowson (p10) will transport you to a jungle paradise, head to the beach with Jenny Barton’s summery alphabet set (p29) and make Durene Jones’ vibrant roll-up placemats for indoor picnics or to use in the garden (p78). I am in awe of Maria Diaz’s elegant geisha gazing across the breathtaking landscape on page 38. There are so many wonderful details for you to enjoy from the gold metallics highlighting the intricate pattern of the kimono to the beads in the geisha’s hair pin! Look out for Maria’s complementary design in our next issue…