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It’s never too early to start stitching for Christmas, and with that in mind, this issue is packed with festive treats! If you’re looking for a big project to sink your needle into this holiday, check out the grand manor house on page 56 with heaps of luxurious detail and embellishments. We’ve also got plenty of quick-stitch patterns as well as some fun making up ideas. Try Heather Nugent’s clever advent calendar tree as the perfect countdown to Christmas (p84) or join in our new three-part Stitch-A-Long with Fiona Baker’s 3D village made from plastic canvas (p70). In part one of the SAL this month you’ll stitch and make a bungalow, town hall and a toy shop! We show you how to construct your miniature buildings with step-by-step photos so…