Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 41 i Cross Stitch Favourites

Celebrations are some of the happiest occasions to stitch for, and creating them will surely bring as much joy as the event itself! If you look up the year ahead and form a stitching calendar of all the exciting occasions to stitch and make for, you’ll find plenty to look forward to. What better magazine to turn to at times like these than your Cross Stitch Favourites mag? Jam–packed with scores of charts, there’s every design here to mark occasions big and small. From baby milestones and wedding anniversaries to rosettes for winners and hen party accessories, each stitch is designed to add even more happiness to the occasion. If you’ve been stitching for decades or have just begun, we have all kinds of charts and techniques to inspire you. From…

Special occasions often get our needles twitching, so Lucie’s delightful party-themed designs have us all aflutter. This collection features a host of motifs bound to suit every occasion, from birthdays and anniversaries to baby showers, weddings and more. Perfectly sized to make into cards, cake toppers, gift tags and other celebration must-haves, these upbeat designs will be heaps of fun to stitch. And you’ll easily be able to factor them into your stitching schedule. With the smallest design taking just an hour to complete, and the largest not more than a day, a little bit of cross stitching here and there will soon see you building up your collection. We’ve included plenty of making-up ideas within these pages to inspire you, so you’ll be able to make your designs into…

Easy makes for baby No two babies are alike, so why should any two samplers be the same? We’ve come up with an easy way to make a completely personal stitch for every new baby in your life! Use this charming, gender-neutral alphabet and set of numbers to spell out the name and birth date of a newborn, making a project that’s unique to each baby. Or make little blocks, like we did, for a beautiful, practical gift. Shopping list Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 12x12cm (5x5in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Backing fabrics and stuffing of your choice How to make a block These measurements will work for any design measuring a maximum of 6x6cm (2¼x2¼in). However,…

For hen parties You’ve got the drinks, the silly games, the entertainment… but what about the stitchy party favours? Give a soon-to-be-married friend three gorgeous keepsakes to help her remember the good times had by all at her hen party. Stitch her a badge and a sash to wear on the night, then patch a stitch onto the front of a memory book filled with fun photos from the past. Try stitching the whole set to bring even more joy to an already wonderful night. Hey, that’s what friends are for! Since each design uses whole stitches only, you’ll find it easy to complete this set, with no technical hitches to slow you down, you’ll be racing to the cross stitch finish line after a week or so. Each set…

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Often referred to as the festival of light, Diwali is one of India’s most important celebrations. The five-day holiday is generally marked with prayer, feasts, fireworks, family gatherings, and charitable giving. For some, Diwali is also the beginning of a new year and is probably best known for the clay lamps or diyas, which represent the triumph of light over dark. Whether you’re one of more than one billion people worldwide that celebrate Diwali, or one of your nearest and dearest is, you’ll love these vibrant stitches by MiRu Makes. To capture the brilliance of the event, this set of six charts make use of 19 lively hues and they’re easy enough for even beginners to tackle. Comprising mostly of full cross stitch, with just a little backstitch for the…

No celebration is complete without cake, and these colourful cupcakes couldn’t look any more delicious! They’re each piled high with lashings of buttercream icing, and topped with fresh fruit, sweet sprinkles and novelty toppers. And the best thing about these cards? The person you stitch them for gets to have a tasty treat, with none of the calories! The designs use whole cross stitches in two strands of thread, plus fractionals for detail, also in two strands. Backstitch in one strand of grey defines the designs, while French knots in one strand and three different shades are used for detail. Crystal seed beads add the final flourish. With the range of stitches and techniques used – fractionals, French knots and seed beads – they’re best for intermediate or advanced stitchers.…

Babies grow and develop at an amazing speed during their first year – from a small bundle in your arms to a little person that can smile, crawl, chatter and more. In an age where our phones are never far from our side, we’re lucky enough to be able to record many of these special moments to look back on and treasure forever. Now new parents can add a crafty touch to these special photos with Durene Jones’ sweet, stitched postcards to mark nine important events in baby’s first year – from their first holiday to their first Eid, Easter, Christmas and more. Worked in whole stitches only with some backstitch in one and two strands for definition, you’ll find it won’t take you long to whip up the entire…

40 big life events Has someone in your family or group of friends got a big event coming up? Then we’ve got it covered in this amazing collection. From birthdays and new babies to retirement and wedding bells, we’ve got it all. There’s even a card to celebrate the best granddad ever and a flashy diamond ring as an engagement card. In fact, you’ll want to keep this pull-out section in your stash and use it again and again! Bright ideas Stitch a cake topper surprise and attach to a poke to stick in a cupcake instead of a candle. We love the birthday candles to personalise the cupcake. To suit any occasion or party theme, eg baby shower or engagement party, you could stitch your chosen design, patch it…

Sweet weekend stitch Who could resist stitching this gorgeous little fella? He is so adorable that we’re sure he’ll shoot straight to the top of your to-stitch list. Stitch him as a birthday gift or, seeing as the design is just 12x11cm in size, you could stitch him as a large, luxurious card too. Everything from his twitchy little nose to the polka dot gift wrap is super-appealing to stitch. Just follow our guide on backstitch for his prickles! Shopping list Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 28x28cm (11x11in) Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice with a minimum aperture of 13x13cm (5¼x5¼in) Hedgehog key STITCH COUNT 67 high x 60 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) –…

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Send personal greetings Ashiny new job is a thrill – all that time that goes into applications and interviews and it’s so rewarding when the work pays off. It can be daunting too, if you’re leaving behind a lovely team, pivoting in a new direction, or taking on more responsibility. So, let your loved ones know how proud of them you are for making bold moves with a thoughtful hand-stitched card to mark their latest achievement. Shopping list Fabric 14-count white aida measuring 20x20cm (8x8in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Single-fold cards, white paper for backing and acid-free double-sided tape of your choice Congratulations cards key MAXIMUM STITCH COUNT 66 high x 63 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count…