Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2019 i The World of Cross Stitching

Welcome to our October issue, filled with seasonal treats for you to enjoy! Jenny Barton’s set of three spook-tacular Halloween masks are perfect for trick or treating (p20) and celebrate autumn with Angela Poole’s delightful fairy garden in a stunning palette of rich thread shades (p72). I’m really excited to be featuring one of the most recognisable historical figures on our cover this month! You can immortalise Henry VIII in stitches with Kareen Taylerson’s majestic design on page 10. Do you know a little one who is celebrating a birthday soon? We’ve got a versatile set of greeting cards by Durene Jones for you to personalise with the child’s age and there’s six fun designs to choose from (p38). And finally, have you been stitching Lucie Heaton’s stunning birds? If…

Star Letter IN LOVING MEMORY On 18 October 2017 I bought The World of Cross Stitching issue 260 as the front cover captivated me – a pair of beautiful robins designed by Lisa Alderson. My mum and I used to enjoy stitching in winter, and we were always accompanied by robins who used to visit my mum’s garden. That day I bought the magazine, my mum was in hospital and unfortunately she passed away that very evening. You can imagine how precious this issue is to me! My friend Mary Joan suggested that I make a project in remembrance of my mum and what better project than these robins that reminded me so much of her! So finally here they are, stitched and ready. The next step will be a…

Fiona Baker Fiona is our Technical Editor so she’s all ready to answer your problems on all things stitch and chart related Heather Nugent Heather is our Charting Editor and is on hand to answer any technical stitching questions that you have Jenny Barton Design pro Jenny has been creating projects for us for years and is ready to take on your design challenges Hannah Kelly All set to hunt down those elusive charts and products, Hannah’s here to find shopping answers that you need Katriel Costello Stitching guru Katriel has worked in the industry for years, so has ample knowledge to answer any queries Card check Q There are some beautiful card designs by Maria Diaz in issue 281. I’ve never bought cards before and not sure what size…

Susan Houston: Let them pick a simple design and help them get started. That’s what my grandmother did with me. Patty Silva: I refer to it as painting without having to wait for the paints to dry. Got one of my nieces interested. Marieve Dompierre: Very small and easy projects because they are not patient enough! I usually turn their work into bookmarks or fridge magnets and they can offer them as gifts. Deby Young: Patience and never telling them they have gone wrong. We, as adults, make unique works where mistakes are made and so can children. Sarah Stott: To introduce my 5- and 7-year-old sons, we started by getting them used to threading a shoelace. Dawn O’Keeffe: Mine sat on my lap and helped me to pull the…

Fluttering fairies CONTEMPORARY FEEL SUMMER MEADOW Stitched on cloudy blue aida, the sky background is already in place behind the bright red poppy fairy in ‘Summer Meadow’ (XMN4) from Bothy Threads*. There’s still plenty of challenging stitching for you to enjoy here, with fractionals, French knots and heart sequins that need to be attached. The poppies themselves don’t use backstitch detail, but the fairy’s outline and cornflowers do. Stitch count: 140 wide by 140 high, 26x26cm (10x10in) on 14-count cloudy blue aida MAGICAL COLOURS FAIRY AMONG THE FLOWERS This fun design (DJXS2313) from Durene Jones* is full of creative details, such as the smiling ladybirds and patterned toadstools – ideal for a child’s room. Just download this chart and start stitching right away; you’ll get six pages of charts, plus an…

Harvest time PICK OF THE MONTH BAG IT UP Add some classic charm to your home with these garden-inspired label art from Kooler Design Studio*. The three designs are by Barbara Baatz Hillman and each one is sure to brighten up any room, but especially your kitchen or dining area. They’ll look particularly fab stitched on rustic cream fabric. Line your walls with juicy ‘Tomatoes’ (2316), vibrant ‘Carrots’ (2347) or zesty ‘Lemons’ (2315). When stitched on 14-count aida, the design sizes of each will be 17x14cm (6¾x5¾in), 14x15cm (5¾x6in) and 14x15.5cm (5¾x6¼in), respectively. Instantly download the PDF chart for $9.95 each (approx. £7.89) or you can purchase the chart for $11.95 (approx. £9.48). Trendwatching… Sloths Relax and take it easy with IN THE WILD As you follow the path through…

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Descending from above Shining in the starry, starry night, let this divine messenger guide you – truly a traditional, festive masterpiece for the ages PLUS MUCH MORE Get creative with six unique beaded Christmas tree cards Commemorate special days around the globe with our vast world celebrations Design Library next issue! Your cross stitching queries answered by our experts Your stories, inspiration & letters… plus much more EXCLUSIVE CALENDAR: TATTY TEDDY! Our favourite blue-nosed bear is back! You’ll love this Tatty Teddy calendar with SIX NEW CHARTS! TO SUBSCRIBE ☎ 03330 162 147 CAN’T WAIT FOR NEXT ISSUE?…

DIANE MACHIN Diane has designed the perfect alphabet set for crafters! Featuring an array of stitchy motifs, use the letters to make a sign to hang on your craft room door (p55). RHONA NORRIE You’ll never be short of card and gift ideas for animal lovers with Rhona’s heartwarming Design Library (p47) filled with 40 adorable pet-themed motifs. HEATHER NUGENT Add a splash of colour to your desk or coffee table with Heather’s fantastic 3D tissue box cover (p24). Stylish and practical, this is sure to brighten a sniffly day.…

Autumnal Mouse key STITCH COUNT 40 high x 37 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 7.5x6.5cm (2¾x2½in) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton When the trees change colour and autumn leaves start to fall, it feels like there is a certain magic in the air. Here, within a swirl of orangey-brown foliage, is Monty. He’s all nice and cosy in his warm sweater, enjoying the cool, crisp outdoors. Missed a chart? ISSUE 284 Lizzie has a special present just for you – a stunning, bright yellow sunflower! ISSUE 283 Monty Mouse is keeping his cool this summer by zooming around on his skateboard. ISSUE 282 Lizzie is ready to relax in the pool with her cute red and white polka dot swimsuit. For back issues, call…

No fractionals Halloween is a perfect excuse for crazy costumes, eerie props and ghoulish makeup. But don’t worry if face-painting isn’t your forte – you can still give the neighbours a fright with these wonderful masks from Jenny Barton! Kids will love transforming into these creepy characters and setting off down the street in disguise, ready for trick-or-treating and the promise of a bag full of sweet rewards. With three designs to choose from, which one will you go for? The witch is super scary with her green face and black and purple hat, or perhaps you’ll opt for her sidekick, the sneaky black cat? Alternatively, you can dress your little pumpkin in our realistic jack-o’-lantern design, paired with orange clothes for a classic Halloween ensemble. Each mask only uses…

Furry Tales follower Q I’ve stitched lots of the Furry Tales designs. Please could I have any suggestions for how to use these? Fay Brown, Nottinghamshire A Lucie: Looks like you’ve been very busy – this is amazing! There are lots of things you could turn my Furry Tales designs into, and I’m sure you’ve already though of turning them into cards, so how about a baby quilt? There’s even handy step-by-step instructions with another of my projects in this issue – my fabulous bird quilt (p62)! Whilst on a much larger scale, the general principle and technique will be the same, so just adjust the measurements to suit. This also applies to making a patchwork wall hanging, too. If you’re not too confident on a sewing machine though, how…

CHARITY OF THE MONTH THINK PINK October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so wear it pink on 18 October and raise funds for breast cancer research and support. Breast Cancer Now helps bring thousands of people together with the same goal of raising money to help make life-saving research happen, all whilst wearing pink. Join in and give this your own stitchy twist – flamingos, peaches, peonies… stitch anything pink you can think of, all to help raise money for breast cancer research. MORE To get involved, visit www.wearitpink.org to register and claim your free fundraising pack WHERE AM I? Here is my husband, Marcello, holding a digital copy of my fave mag. We’re in an important cultural centre in northern Italy where you can find grissini (crispy, pencil-sized breadsticks)…

Paper lanterns instantly add a relaxed, magical feel to any room – and here you can enjoy the beauty of them in cross stitched form! This design showcases Zweigart’s 14-count aida in a dainty shade of lilac, complemented with a gorgeous colour palette of soft purples and rich blues. While the finished design itself looks simple, there’s a host of interesting technical details for you to enjoy. You’ll find squashed fractionals within the chart – these are where two cross stitches share an aida block. If you’ve not done these before then you’ll find some helpful info on page 81. Note that some of the backstitch uses DMC Color Variations thread, a multi-hued thread that creates subtle shade changes as you stitch. The finished design would bring soft colour to…

Clambering over a tower of carved pumpkins, and with a witch’s hat and broomstick at hand, this trio of bears are certainly ready for Halloween – and stitching them is sure to get you in the spirit of the holiday, too! This delightful design is stitched on navy blue 14-count aida, which instantly creates a stunning night sky. There’s a special surprise, too – the stars are created using DMC Light Effects glow-in-the-dark thread, so once you turn out the lights, these stitches will continue to cast their own magical radiance into the night. We just had to use a pumpkin-orange frame to finish our version off in true spooky style, which turns it into the perfect decoration for any fun Halloween parties you’ll be hosting. Or you could also…

CALL THE HOTLINE TODAY☎ 03330 162 137 Issue 284 Tumble into autumn with our new issue filled with fab patterns! Stitch a snoozing fox, enjoy art deco motifs, create a dramatic lighthouse scene, make a handy lunch bag & much more. Here you’ll also find part 2 of our bird quilt designed by Lucie Heaton – plus great tips, expert advice and prizes to win! YOUR EXCLUSIVE GIFT: 12 pretty floral wreath charts Issue 283 Sunflowers needle book + butterfly charm, bird quilt (part 1), travel Design Library, art nouveau bookmarks, 3D bike, summer monogram ABC Issue 280 Birdcage bookmark kit, folk art coasters, peg bag, bug ABC, geisha, spring wedding motifs, floral blackwork, tulips draught excluder, positive cards Issue 282 Enchanting fairy card kit, cocker spaniel puppy, tropical postcard…

CHOOSE YOUR ESSENTIALS… Start with these must-have items 1. FABRICS Begin with either aida or evenweave. Aida is best for beginners, with regular woven blocks and obvious holes. It’s stiffer than evenweave, but will soften slightly as you work. 14-count aida is the most common. It’s harder to work fractional stitches on aida, as you’ll need to make an extra hole in the fabric, in the centre of the aida block. Evenweave is a lovely fabric to work on when you have a little more experience. The fibres aren’t woven in blocks as with aida, so it’s softer and the fine weave has more threads-per-inch – the most commonly used is 28-count. One stitch is usually worked over two threads of the fabric so it has an equivalent design size…

Afghan – a woollen blanket with areas inset for cross stitching, often used for baby designs Aida band – a narrow strip of aida, available in varying widths, & finished with a decorative edge Aperture – a hole through which a design is seen in cards & frames Backstitch – used to add detail & definition. See how to stitch it in our diagram above! Beading needle – a longer, finer needle than a tapestry needle, used for adding seed beads to a design Counted stitches – embroidery stitches worked on counted, or evenly woven, fabrics like aida & evenweave. Cross stitch is the most basic counted stitch Floss – USA term for stranded cotton Fractional stitches – made from either a quarter or three-quarters of a cross stitch, these…

Fave cross stitch project? I designed and stitched a retirement sampler for a former colleague and enjoyed almost every minute of it. It was so fun making something so personal to the recipient. Best compliment you’ve had? I would have to say it was probably from the old lady, Peggy – my mum used to work as a cleaner for elderly people and during school holidays I sometimes went with her to work. Peggy gave me my first cross stitch kit and inspired me to start stitching when I was around 6 years old. Without her encouragement I would be unlikely to still be stitching today. Recent WOXS design you love? I really liked the sweet spaniel puppy design from issue 281. He looks really friendly and cute and I…

Use metallic thread Henry VIII is one king who will never be forgotten, from his six wives to his reformation of the church, as well as his legendary appetite. Kareen’s regal portrait is the perfect project for someone who is fascinated by the colourful history of this Tudor monarch. Every detail of this magnificent stitch has been well thought out, from the lavish clothes and kingly accessories that Henry is wearing to the symbols of power that showcase his position as ruler of the country – the lion of England, fleur-de-lis and orb and cross. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a grand portrait without some sumptuous detailing, which is provided with the addition of gold metallic thread to enhance both the noble central figure and the border of beautiful…

Q Would you consider designing me a small dolphin pattern? My partner really likes dolphins and I’d love to make a cross stitch one for him. It would be great to have a little bit of green in it, if possible, as it’ll then match a glass-made dolphin he has on display in the lounge. Gill, via email A Jenny: Of course, Gill – your partner can proudly display this stitch next to his glass dolphin. Here I’ve used various greys for shading, with an added hint of green. Enjoy! Dolphin key STITCH COUNT 27 high x 30 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 5x5.5cm (2x2¼in) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton Please note: Jenny can only fit in fairly small designs and for copyright reasons…

Can you please tell me in which issue I can find the ‘Laundry Cat’ project with text “home is where the cat is”, so I can download that issue? Lise-Lotte Lundborg, Sweden Hannah: The ‘Laundry Cat’ project you are looking for, designed by Durene Jones, is in The World of Cross Stitching issue 268 (June 2018). Do send us a photo of your work – we’d love to see and you may get featured on our letters pages in the magazine, too! I ’d like to do a chart of a kitten, which has a stitch count of 100x60. Can you help me work out the size of 14-count fabric I would need please? Ann H, via email Fiona: No problem, Ann – your design area should measure 18x11cm (7_x4_in). Divide the…

Stitch and gift these heartwarming designs by Rhona Norrie to the animal lovers in your life •40 quick-and-easy motifs•Rhona Norrie’s design inspiration• Stitches for every skill level •Helpful tips and advice •Unique present ideas for your special someone PAW PRINTS ON YOUR HEART You’ll really feel the love with this piece (7). Mount your stitching in a hinged double photo frame alongside a beloved pet. This’ll be a sweet gift from pet to owner. JUST PURR-FECT Moving can be stressful, but this cool cat (19) greeting card will make things better. Patch onto some funky patterned paper and then attach to a single-fold card. THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH Say thank you with a custom-made card. Pop your design into a square aperture card for a simple finish. Here we’ve…

Expand your skills We’ve been captivated by this heirloom project since it began in issue 283, and we’re so thrilled to be able to bring you the last four feathered friends to complete the set. Say hello to the berry-loving waxwing with his yellow-tipped tail, the orange-bellied nuthatch with striking black eye stripe, the regal kingfisher and his bright blue-green plumage, and the swooping jay with striking wings spread wide. Lucie has brought each bird to life with fantastic shading, as well as giving the scenes context with a branch to perch on here, or a cloudy background there. There are some fractionals and backstitch used for the birds’ delicate features, but they are kept to a minimum, making these designs enjoyable for all stitchers. Once you’ve finished all 12…

PRIZES worth over £1,116 PRIZES WORTH £270 In the know Get set for autumn with a visit to the Craft4Crafters Bath and West Showground event in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, on 17-19 October 2019. See what’s new, stock up on stitchy must-haves, get expert advice and even have a go at a fun crafty workshop. We have 15 pairs of tickets to be won. Visit www.craft4crafters.co.uk for more details about this and other shows. TO ENTER Visit our website www.cross-stitching.com or label a postcard ‘Craft4Crafters giveaway (WOXS 285)’ PRIZES WORTH £309 Blooming lovely We love the vibrant splash of colour that this stitch brings to the autumn months. ‘Watercolour Dahlias’ is a new design from RIOLIS* combining rich reds, pinks and greens in a stunning floral display. We’re excited to offer…

Fun facts about cats • Macskaköröm, the Hungarian word for ‘quotation marks’, literally translates to ‘cat claws’. • Sir Isaac Newton is credited with inventing the pet door, although some believe this is an urban legend. • The oldest domestic cat ever recorded was Creme Puff from Austin, Texas – she lived to be 38 years and 3 days old! • Cats can taste bitter, salt, sour and umami, but not sweetness. Design my pet! Q I wondered if my lovely Rusty could please be cross stitched in his favourite pose? He has used most of his nine lives and is a favourite at the vets. Thank you very much. Stella Williamson, via email A Durene says: Stella, thank you for sending in your photo of Rusty – his pose…

Quarter The chart shows which corner has the fractional. Bring the needle up in that corner and down in the centre of the square, halfway across the diagonal (diagram 1). Three-quarters Work a quarter stitch, then a half stitch across the other diagonal arm of the square as in diagram 2. Like quarters, three-quarter stitches can face any direction. Two symbols When two symbols share a square, work a fractional in each colour. Decide on the quarter stitch for the background colour, then a three-quarters stitch for the main one (diagram 3). Back-to-back For a stronger outline, work a three-quarter stitch in each colour, stitching them back-to-back (diagram 4). Make sure that the two half stitch arms lie neatly parallel to each other.…