The World of Cross Stitching March 2021

Spring is just around the corner and we’ve got the perfect selection of fresh, sunny ideas and inspiration for you to escape into. Nothing says spring quite like Susan Bates’ gorgeous garden (p56) – stitch blooms in watering cans, wellies and terracotta pots. Send a little sunshine with Durene Jones’ stained-glass window floral cards (p24). This versatile set can be used for any occasion but I think they’re perfect for Mother’s Day. And if you’ve got a stylish mama then the glamorous silhouetted beauty on page 74 would make a fab Mother’s Day gift, too. I’ve been slowly trying to get my niece into cross stitching. We started with some lace-up cards last year, but I think she’s ready to progress to 11-count fabric. Poppy Benner’s colourful collection of designs (p84) are…

Spring is just around the corner and we’ve got the perfect selection of fresh, sunny ideas and inspiration for you to escape into. Nothing says spring quite like Susan Bates’ gorgeous garden (p56) – stitch blooms in watering cans, wellies and terracotta pots. Send a little sunshine with Durene Jones’ stained-glass window floral cards (p24). This versatile set can be used for any occasion but I think they’re perfect for Mother’s Day. And if you’ve got a stylish mama then the glamorous silhouetted beauty on page 74 would make a fab Mother’s Day gift, too. I’ve been slowly trying to get my niece into cross stitching. We started with some lace-up cards last year, but I think she’s ready to progress to 11-count fabric. Poppy Benner’s colourful collection of designs…

Be on the panel! Allana Vincent is a costume maker from Kippax, West Yorkshire How did you start stitching? I learnt to cross stitch at the knee of my granny who is fantastic at all types of needlework. What has been your worst stitching disaster? I decided to create a design as I went along – it was a complete disaster! What is your idea of cross stitch heaven? A roaring fire, big squashy armchair and a whole day of no interruptions. Fave WOXS design? As a costume maker, I regularly sew vintage style dresses so I absolutely adore the retro ladies in issue 300. What drives you mad about cross stitching? Running out of a particular colour thread part way through a project! Do I stop and buy more or…

Be on the panel! × Get a sneak preview× Appear in the magazine× Receive a stitchy gift Allana Vincent is a costume maker from Kippax, West Yorkshire How did you start stitching? I learnt to cross stitch at the knee of my granny who is fantastic at all types of needlework. What has been your worst stitching disaster? I decided to create a design as I went along – it was a complete disaster! What is your idea of cross stitch heaven? A roaring fire, big squashy armchair and a whole day of no interruptions. Fave WOXS design? As a costume maker, I regularly sew vintage style dresses so I absolutely adore the retro ladies in issue 300. What drives you mad about cross stitching? Running out of a particular colour thread part way through a project! Do I stop and buy more…

Missed a chart? ISSUE 303 Wearing a rainbow cardigan, Flossie Mouse wants to make sure everyone stays safe. ISSUE 302 Monty Mouse is getting the New Year’s Eve party started with balloons and streamers. ISSUE 301 Flossie Mouse can’t resist cuddling up in this cosy Christmas mitten. For back issues, call 03330 162 137 or visit http://bit.ly/1NwX3Rv Stitch Monty Mouse the Medic for a key worker you know. He’ll make a great thank you card for doctors, nurses and care workers, who work so hard to look after us. Smiling Monty will make a cheerful get well card too.…

Missed a chart? ISSUE 303 Wearing a rainbow cardigan, Flossie Mouse wants to make sure everyone stays safe. ISSUE 302 Monty Mouse is getting the New Year’s Eve party started with balloons and streamers. ISSUE 301 Flossie Mouse can’t resist cuddling up in this cosy Christmas mitten. For back issues, call 03330 162 137 or visit http://bit.ly/1NwX3Rv Stitch Monty Mouse the Medic for a key worker you know. He’ll make a great thank you card for doctors, nurses and care workers, who work so hard to look after us. Smiling Monty will make a cheerful get well card too.…