The World of Cross Stitching November 2021

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…

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 you’ll…

Be on the panel! ✖ Get a sneak preview ✖ Appear in the magazine ✖ Receive a stitchy gift Vicky Savill lives in Essex Fave WOXS design? I love the Anne Stokes ‘Fantasy Dragon’ from issue 308 (July 2021). What’s your idea of cross stitch heaven? Sitting on the beach – sun, sea and stitch. Tell us about your worst stitching disaster? Once, when I was stitching a penguin design my cat decided to play with it and totally ruined the aida. Who are your stitchy buddies? My fur babies like to sit with me. What do you love most about stitching? The therapy it gives me. It’s so calm and relaxing and it allows me to escape stress. What’s your proudest stitching moment? It has to be when I completed a photo stitch and it was published in Cross Stitch Crazy magazine. Victoria Portelli is a support worker…

Be on the panel! ✖ Get a sneak preview ✖ Appear in the magazine ✖ Receive a stitchy gift Vicky Savill lives in Essex Fave WOXS design? I love the Anne Stokes ‘Fantasy Dragon’ from issue 308 (July 2021). What’s your idea of cross stitch heaven? Sitting on the beach – sun, sea and stitch. Tell us about your worst stitching disaster? Once, when I was stitching a penguin design my cat decided to play with it and totally ruined the aida. Who are your stitchy buddies? My fur babies like to sit with me. What do you love most about stitching? The therapy it gives me. It’s so calm and relaxing and it allows me to escape stress. What’s your proudest stitching moment? It has to be when I…

Wreath Mouse key STITCH COUNT 40 high x 41 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 7x7.5cm (2¾x3in) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton Festooned with holly and berries for the festive season, we’re loving Monty’s holiday look. He’s all decked out in a big red bow and Santa hat, and with that beaming smile he’s sure to spread joy. Stitch him as a card and wish loved ones a Merry Christmas. Missed a chart? ISSUE 311 Celebrate fright night with Flossie dressed in a scary Halloween costume. ISSUE 310 Monty with his blackboard is perfect for kids to stitch as a thank you to teachers. ISSUE 309 Stitch Lizzie supermouse to say thanks to one of the superhumans in your life. For back issues, call 03330 162 137 or visit http://bit.ly/1NwX3Rv…

Wreath Mouse key STITCH COUNT 40 high x 41 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 7x7.5cm (2¾x3in) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton Festooned with holly and berries for the festive season, we’re loving Monty’s holiday look. He’s all decked out in a big red bow and Santa hat, and with that beaming smile he’s sure to spread joy. Stitch him as a card and wish loved ones a Merry Christmas. Missed a chart? ISSUE 311 Celebrate fright night with Flossie dressed in a scary Halloween costume. ISSUE 310 Monty with his blackboard is perfect for kids to stitch as a thank you to teachers. ISSUE 309 Stitch Lizzie supermouse to say thanks to one of the superhumans in your life. For back issues, call 03330…