World of Cross Stitching issue 326

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Stitch a colourful winter street

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SPREAD JOY WITH SWEET ANGEL CARDS

Editor’s Letter

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ur December issue is packed with projects to make this jolly holiday season truly special – whether you stitch handmade cards and pressies to gift to friends and family or make heirloom decorations for your home.

Discovering a stocking full of presents on Christmas morning is such a magical part of the day for little ones and Durene Jones has designed a snowy polar bear scene for you to create your own stocking (p36)! It even has an alphabet so you can add the lucky child’s name!

I love the hustle and bustle at Christmas with visitors coming and going, and I think Heather Nugent’s fun festive wreath is the perfect way to welcome guests to your home (p18). On page 70, Fiona Baker has given the traditional Nativity a modern twist. Key scenes from the Holy story are worked in shades of one colour and layered in a papercut style, creating a 3D showstopper for your home and one you’ll display year after year.

If you’re short on stitching time or want to build up your stash of cards, then check out Mollie Johanson’s set of 10 sweet angels on page 56. They’re whole stitches only so super-quick to stitch and perfect for beginners. What’s at the top of your ‘to-stitch’ list?

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CHERYL MCKINNON Make friends with Cheryl’s set of jolly snowpals and chunky, stripy letters! Use this brr-illiant alphabet to personalise cards for winter birthdays (p23).

JENNY VAN DE WIELE Stroll along Jenny’s snowy street past a festive row of colourful houses. Enjoy all of the magical details from the window decorations to the red postbox (p78).

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LISA REAKES Lisa Reakes’ comedy Christmas-themed Design Library of 40 motifs means you’ll never be short on last minute gift ideas – or laughter (p47)!

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Enjoy six exclusive Wrendale Designs chartss in your 2023 calendar + Christmas Eve pattern!

We bring you all the best projects, advice, news and offers for the month ahead!

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Exclusive gifts Your 2023 calendar & bonus chart Flower FairiesTM Wish upon a Christmas tree fairy Festive wreath Display to welcome your guests Snowman ABC Personalise winter cards & gifts Pet of the month Adore a sweet calico cat Christmas stocking Make a gift for kids to treasure Design Library: comedy Cross stitch motifs to raise a smile Angel cards Choose from 10 angelic designs Toy workshop Take a peek inside Santa’s grotto Nativity scene Create the Holy story in 3D Winter mews Stitch an enchanting snowy street

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The World of Cross Stitching (ISSN 14601970) (USPS 015-630) is published 13 times a year (monthly, with a Christmas issue in November) by Our Media Ltd, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST, UK. Distributed in the US by NPS Media Group, 2 Enterprise Drive, Suite 420, Shelton, CT 06484. Periodicals postage paid at Shelton, CT and additional mailing offices.

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Meet our guests Say hello to this month’s panel Furry Tales Collect a chart from Lucie Heaton Your letters Stitchy gossip & photos from you Ask the experts Our pros solve your queries Subscribe today Find our latest money-saving offer Reader story The making of a stitchy surprise Best buys The newest products, kits & offers Stitcher style Delve deeper into designs Enter to win Festive stitch kits up for grabs Next month Sneak a look inside issue 327 How to stitch Beginners start here Back issues Missed a copy? Order it today!

Take a break Crossword & sudoku puzzles Stockists Suppliers of everything in the mag

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CROSS STITCHING IS FOR EVERYONE! We are The World of Cross Stitching and we want our magazine to reflect the world we live in. We’re committed to creating content that is inclusive and celebrates the diversity of the cross stitch community. Stitching is for everyone, regardless of ethnicity, faith, culture, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We have begun work on a plan to drive meaningful change, but we know it’s a work in progress. We want to listen to you, our readers. If you have any questions or thoughts, get in touch at theworldofxstitching@ourmedia.co.uk

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Be on the panel!

Reader Panel

Meet our guests

Get a sneak preview Appear in the magazine Receive a stitchy gift

Get to know this month’s reader panel, and look out for their favourite projects throughout the issue

Jill Chambers

Molly Nursery

is a chartered accountant from Fife Tell us your recent fave WOXS design?

Living next to the beach I was delighted with the Seaside ABC, featured in issue 320 (June 2022).

How did you first start cross stitching?

In my early teens we would go on camping holidays, and I bought a card kit to keep me occupied on the rainy days – it was fun, and I enjoyed making a lovely keepsake.

Tell us about your latest stitching project.

I’ve been working on a sampler of Beatrix Potter characters, my favourite being Peter Rabbit in his blue jacket.

What is your fave project style?

I love working on the small Christmas card kits and accessories that come with the magazine as winter approaches. It gives me something to look forward to on dark winter nights and is a great way to get in the festive mood. The smaller kits are quick to complete alongside larger projects.

is a primary school teacher from Devon How did you start stitching?

I found it quite tricky teaching online lessons during lockdown, and I found stitching helped me to relax at night!

Tell us about your latest stitching project I’m stitching a picture of my boyfriend and I, which he bought for my birthday. It’s of a photo we took walking along a Devon coastal path and it is taking a while to complete!

What was the last thing you stitched as a gift for someone?

I’m stitching the cute Furry Tales teacher mouse from issue 323 as a bookmark for my partner teacher who is sadly leaving. She is so kind and deserves a lovely gift.

Recent WOXS design you love?

I loved ‘World Landmarks’ in issue 319 (May 2022). Our US trip was cancelled, so I stitched the Grand Canyon bookmark and I’m hoping to take it on our holiday this year – fingers crossed!

We need you!

Email theworldofxstitching@ourmedia.co.uk to be on the panel – tell us your name, where you’re from and include a good quality photo of yourself. Every panellist gets a preview of the magazine and a gift worth at least £30!

Sarah Wilkinson is a musician and maker from Brighouse Fave cross stitch project?

I stitched a cute little hamster in a hoop to hang above our hamster’s cage and now, after he is no longer with us, it is a lovely memory.

Fave WOXS design?

I love Emma Congdon’s ‘Rainbow Animals’ from issue 323 (Sept 2022), I want to stitch them all, but I particularly love the panda.

What’s your favourite project style and why?

I love landscapes and beach scenes, which fill the whole canvas – obviously they’re not quick to stitch but I think they look beautiful.

What do you love most about cross stitching?

Nothing beats the feeling of creating something with thread!

The last gift you stitched?

I stitched a little flower and made it into a bookmark using a giant paper clip, as a birthday gift.

Gift worth £38.99!

THANKS! This Thhis month’s month’ panel members each get a Wrendale Designs ‘Oh Christmas Tree’ cross stitch kit from Bothy Threads*. Stitched on 16-count white aida, this 38x29cm (15x11½in) design is a delightful festive stitch.

*For stockists see page 90

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Collectable Chart

Furry Tales

Collect a chart from the adorable Furry Tales® family, designed by Lucie Heaton

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Charlie is all set for the festive season, he’s wearing his bright red Santa suit and hat and has decorated his wheelchair with sprigs of holly. Holding a gift-wrapped present, stitch seasonal Charlie and make the perfect card to wish loved ones a very Merry Christmas!

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Exclusive This Month

Your EXCLUSIVE gifts Your two-gifts-in-one – a Wrendale Designs calendar with six charts, plus a Christmas classic to enjoy SIX CHARTS TO STITCH!

Gifts available with print edition only. Overseas gift(s) may vary

You’ll love these six fun designs featuring the hugely popular Wrendale Designs animal characters

YOUR S BONU T CHAR PLANNING AHEAD There’s space to fill in all of your important occasions and we've included the magazine on sale dates, too – you'll never miss an event again!

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Exciting fold-out chart of Santa and his flying sleigh! Can you hear those silver bells jingling…?

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Flower FairiesTM Project DESIGNED BY CICELY MARY BARKER

Christmas wishes Make all your dreams come true when you spot a delicate fairy hiding among the festive decorations

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ho hasn’t peered among the boughs and pine needles of a Christmas tree to see what magical surprises can be found hidden within? This little fairy is making a rare appearance to grant a special wish to anyone who finds her – with her wand poised and ready, we bet you know exactly what stitchy supplies you’d most like to ask for this year!

Floating among the tree decorations, the elfin looks elegant next to shiny baubles and a string of red pearls. Worked on forest green aida for a beautiful festive finish, this Christmas fairy will be beloved by all when displayed in your home among the garlands and tinsel. She’ll look simply divine finished with a cream

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Stitching Time Approx. 65 hours Type of Stitches Cross stitch, backstitch Ease of Stitching Advanced beginner

mount and shiny gold frame like ours, or you could pick out a shade in the design such as light red, pale blue or golden yellow to enhance the finish even more. Wrap the precious stitch in matching colour paper and ribbon if giving as a gift and watch the lucky recipient’s eyes light up at the pure sparkle and magic within.

Meet the author The talented Cicely Mary Barker was born in West Croydon, Surrey, in 1895. An illustrator and author, she was aged just 16 when she had her first work accepted for publication.

Cicely asked children to pose as her fairies to capture every realistic detail. www.flowerfairies.com

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Molly READER PANEL M It’s always a big moment in our house w when we add our traditional fairy to the top of the Christmas tree. I know my mum would love this cross stitch design – it would remind her of this extra-special moment. h

DMC Anchor Madeira 349 1098 212 dark red 350 11 213 red 351 10 214 coral 352 9 303 light coral 369 1043 1309 almond green 434 310 2009 dark tan 435 1046 2010 tan 436 1045 2011 light tan 437 362 2012 very light tan 452 232 1807 shell grey 453 231 1806 light shell grey 470 267 1502 moss green 471 266 1501 light moss green 677 886 2207 sand 712 926 2101 cream 746 275 2511 yellow 761 1021 404 pink 762 234 1804 light grey

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dark blue blue light blue peach dark green green light pink beige light peach apricot natural white grey dark grey

STITCH COUNT 138 high x 100 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 25x18cm (9¾x7¼in) SKEINS NEEDED 2x471 (light moss green), 2x986 (dark green) ILLUSTRATION CONVERTED BY Jenny Barton STITCHED BY Gillian Muggeridge This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton

Shopping list Zweigart* 14-count forest green (647) aida measuring 40x33cm (16x13in) from Lakeside Needlecraft* Stranded cotton as listed in the key Size 24 tapestry needle Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 25x18cm (9¾x7¼in) *For stockists see page 90

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Your letters

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Star Letter MRS CHRISTMAS

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only meant to make two cushions, but, somehow, I got on a roll and found myself working through all the Christmas charts I have amassed over the years. I stitched mainly charts

by Margaret Sherry, plus The Snowman, and each design took me an average of two to three weeks to stitch, which kept me out of mischief during lockdown. Seeing all the cushions together is somewhat overwhelming but at least all of my Christmas presents are sorted this year.

Dot Penn, via email Hannah F: That’s an amazing cushion collection, Dot, it sounds as if you got into the stitchy zone until you couldn’t stitch any more! The gold snowflakes on the red backing fabric you’ve picked suits the festive theme of each design so well and finishes off each gift perfectly. Who are the lucky people benefiting from all your hard work this year? We can’t wait to see which designs you chose for next year’s gifts!

Drive-thru threads I

finally started the ‘Cool Campervan’ from issue 262 (Dec 2017) by Durene Jones.

I promised this for my cousin and changed the colour of the van to match their campervan.

I stitched a lot of it during lockdown and because many of the shops were closed, I used some spare threads that I’ve collected over the years.

Thank you for the pattern.

Sarah West, via email Emily: With its different colours and patterns, gift wrap is a great way to use up leftover threads and Durene’s presents pile on top of the

Win! Mrs Christmas Dot gets comfy with her bumper stitch of cushions

Drive-thru threads This stitch leaves leftovers behind

campervan provides the perfect opportunity. Durene has designed the polar bears gift stocking for us this issue, turn to page 36 for a peek at this delightful stitch.

Our Star Letter wins three Christmas kits from the Genny Haines Collection, ‘Pitt & Pat Transporting the Tree’ (£18), ‘Mr & Mrs Tooting Skating on Ice’ (£16) and ‘Ginger & Biscuit Kitten Cuddles in the Snow’ (£18).

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Highland fling

Perfect Present

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hen I saw the Highland cow in issue 312 (Nov 2021) I just had to stitch him and so pushed all my other projects aside. It took just over a week to stitch and an evening to frame and embellish him ready for Christmas. But I will probably keep him up all year round.

Sharon Duncan, via email Lynne: It sounds like you fell head over heels with the handsome Highland cow portrait, Sharon! We love how you’ve embellished this fine beast, by attaching red buttons as berries on the holly. You’ve made the hoop look very festive too and it fits with the Scottish theme, with tartan bows and ribbon wound around the embroidery hoop. We have more animals for you to stitch with this issue’s Wrendale Designs calendar – enjoy!

If you’re included in the photo holding your stitching, then we’ll boost the size of the prize as it’s always lovely to see your smiley faces!

Highland fling Sharon created a frame filled with tartan flourish

DANGLING DECORATIONS Special delivery Cynthia found a meaningful gift to stitch and send to a set of new grandparents

Dangling decorations All that glitters – Doreen’s cards really stand out

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decided to use up some perforated paper to stitch the baubles in the magazine, issue 313 (Dec 2021), and make them into Christmas cards. I have attached them so that the recipient can detach them to use next year! Hope you like the final result. Best wishes to you all!

Doreen Chinnery, St Austell Sue: You’ve made a very fine set of cards with the retro baubles, Doreen! We love that they are suspended from the cards, and it looks as though you’ve outlined the baubles with gold metallic thread, matching the thread they hang from. They look wonderful with an extra sparkle, which picks up the gold colour on the card blanks too.

Fa-la-lala-lah!

Twice as nice – Linda’s little bird sings a festive tune

Fa-la-la-la-lah!

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very year I always like to add something new to my everexpanding Christmas decorations. This year I stitched a Chickadee by Valerie Pfeiffer called ‘Christmas Chick’ from Heritage Crafts*. I framed it in an oval hoop, added some star beads and a few other embellishments. I liked it so much I decided to stitch another on a smaller piece of aida so I could make a decoration and hang it on my Christmas tree.

Linda West, Isle of Man Fiona: We think this festive chick has earned its place on your Christmas tree, Linda, you can almost hear its song. We love the red Santa hat and berry details.

SPECIAL DELIVERY

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s soon as I saw the ornament for grandparents by Lisa Reakes in issue 301 (Xmas 2020), I knew I had to stitch it for my sister and her husband. Their first and most likely only grandchild had been born in the September so I had to simplify everything I could to get it in the mail in time for Christmas. I used a Stoney Creek pre-finished ornament which was the perfect size for only the words and used just one colour – DMC white. I added the sun button for baby Sunny Mae. My gift arrived in time, and the grandparents were thrilled. Thanks so much for the wonderful designs.

Cynthia Adams, via email Hannah E: Baby’s first Christmas is a very special time for proud grandparents – no wonder your thoughtful gift has hit the spot!

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Sew glitterati I

want to drop you a little note to tell you how much I appreciate the Christmas design from Emma Congdon in issue 311 (Oct 2021).

I like her style and decided to use threads from my stash to do more than one project. I had a sparkling light blue canvas that I bought last Christmas because I liked it. I also had some silver painted wooden snowflakes and they were perfect to finish my project. I think I will have a very sparkling Christmas this year. By the way, I didn’t use glue at all, I backed the cross stitch with white felt and hand sewed it to the canvas.

Thank you so much for always coming up with such a great magazine with special gifts. Have a nice day!

Sabrina Antiposmodico, Bergamo, Italy Fiona: The sparkly canvas you’ve chosen is a glittering success!

Pick a pocket Darlene’s hubby has a sweet tooth at Xmas!

Pick a pocket

Xmas stag I

subscribe to both your paper magazine and also digital. By having digital I don’t need to carry heavy magazines on holiday. I thought you’d like to see my festive deer. It took around three months, but I love the outcome.

Jayne Eggett, via email Emily: That’s an amazing picture, Jayne, well done. Now discontinued, look out for DMC’s* ‘Christmas Reindeer’ in reputable stores on eBay.

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eason’s greetings, The World of Cross Stitching!

Every year my husband complains about the small size of chocolates in the advent calendars I buy. I’d just decided to make him one that fits full-sized treats when issue 299 (Nov 2020) came out with Durene Jones’ incredible design. The motifs were perfect – cute but not childish, traditional yet bright and fun.

Instead of attaching the motifs to envelopes I made them into pockets and attached them to a quilted background for hanging. At my husband’s request I added an extra pocket for 25 December, using a different Durene Jones design so it would stand out but still fit in. We’re both thrilled with how it turned out! Your magazine provides so many amazing designs to keep me busy – thank you!

Darlene Arnott, via email Sue: Now that’s what we call an Advent treat, Darlene!

How great that Durene’s designs were just the right size for full-sized chocolate bars and sweets. Bet you get lots of visitors in December!

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Sew glitterati Sabrina got creative with a festive frame and charm

Festive chums Julie stitched this Xmas crew for her family

FESTIVE CHUMS

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loved stitching the Christmas ‘Jolly Character’ cards from issue 300 (Dec 2020) on plastic aida. I have just completed my first set of six, I just need to attach the feet and boots. I intend to make a further two complete sets for my great-nephews and niece so they can enjoy them this Christmas. I’ve struggled to keep the patterns pristine and I’m going to try and download the app so I can access the patterns electronically, should they become too tatty.

Julie Sherlock-Smith, via email Hannah F: That’s a good solution to keeping charts fresh, Julie, thank you for sharing. Your Christmas pals are really coming along – the children are sure to love them.

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Over to You Oh holy night in Bethlehem Julia took her time to enjoy stitching this special scene

Snow friends I

OH HOLY NIGHT IN BETHLEHEM

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hen I saw the Nativity diorama

by Jane Henderson in issue 287 (Dec 2019) I knew I had to stitch it but wouldn’t have time before last Christmas.

So I’ve been working on it this year and I’m pleased to say it is ready for this Christmas.

Julia Degnan, via email

Hannah E: Well done, Julia! Your Nativity diorama looks fantastic, you’ve done a great job and it’ll be a lovely piece to bring out each Christmas as a centrepiece in your home. Take a look on page 70 in this issue where Fiona Baker has designed a contemporary version of the Nativity.

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just finished Joan Elliott’s ‘Christmas Magic’ on Opalescent Dawn Chorus fabric, both from Polstitches*. She is such a beautiful design with so much bling, she has beads and Kreinik thread, plus I used DMC’s Étoile sparkly thread for some of the wings!

Janie Holmes, Canada

Magic of Christmas Beads and metallic threads brought Janie’s glamorous festive fairy to life

Emily: ‘Christmas Magic’ is a stunning design, Janie, she looks beautiful stitched on the opalescent fabric. It’s great to hear you enjoyed all her bling!

Beads and metallic threads have added glamour to this design, it’s so opulent and you must be really pleased with how it’s turned out. We hope you enjoy stitching the Flower Fairies Christmas Tree Fairy on page 10, she’s our cover star this issue and sure to light up everyone’s Christmas. She’s followed by the Spring Tulip Fairy in issue 330 (Mar 2023) on sale 25 Jan 2023, so look out for her – she’ll set you up for the new stitch season.

just finished a bell pull for my mum who collects The Snowman ornaments. She said a she’d love a Snowman themed bell pull. I used two small kits from DMC* for the Snowman n and The Snowdog and the middle design came e from issue 222 (Dec 2014). I am so proud of this project and cannot wait to give it to mum.

Thanks for the design, it fitted in great!

Helen Knight, Grimsby Lynne: What a fab bell pull, Helen!

Snow friends Helen stitched this bell pull for her mum

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Project Festive Wreath DESIGNED BY HEATHER NUGENT

Dec the halls Welcome guests into your home with a stitchy take on the traditional wreath – every door deserves one!

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pread Christmas cheer in your neighbourhood when you show off your wreath adorned with charming motifs and decorated with a flutter of snowflakes. Displayed in pride of place on your door or in your hallway it’s sure to put all your visitors in a jolly mood this season – and that’s before they’ve even had their first mince pie and glass of sherry!

You’ll be reaching for the Christmas music playlist as you get stuck into stitching these five fun designs. With an elegant plaque in the middle of the wreath, there’s also a cheeky elf alongside a traditional Santa, stack of beautifully wrapped gifts and a sparkly Christmas tree to enjoy. Then simply add a scattering of

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felt snowflakes to finish – we opted for a selection of pre-made ones from a local store, but if you’re feeling extra-crafty then why not make your own by snipping into squares of folded white paper or felt to make mini symmetrical snowflakes.

Meet Heather Nugent I hope you’re enjoying this series of celebration wreaths! I wanted the wreaths to be a fun decoration the whole family can enjoy. The smiley characters and the colourful motifs will make a friendly welcome and fill your home with festive spirit.

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Whether you’re hosting Christmas or visiting others, this wreath can adorn any doorway during the holiday season

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3 Make holes in each corner of the card using a hole punch. Then use a piece of ribbon to tie the card to the wreath through each hole so that it’s suspended centrally.

2 Cut out a 14x19cm (5½x7½in) rectangle of red card. Cut out the stitched ‘Merry Christmas’ text panel following the blue guide line on the chart and fray the entire outer row.

Back with white paper, slightly smaller than the unfrayed area, and stick to the reverse of the stitching using acidfree double-sided tape. Then stick your patch to the centre of the card.

4 Back the remaining stitched motifs with white iron-on interfacing.

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5 Hand or machine sew the stitched pieces onto white felt. Trim the felt leaving a 0.5cm (¼in) border around the stitching.

6 Position the stitched motifs and felt snowflake shapes (either bought or homemade) onto the wreath. Using strong clear craft glue (or a glue gun), stick everything into position and allow to dry fully before hanging in the hallway.

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Why not make personalised cards using letters for different names?

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hear that you’ve lost your longtime stitching companion, Joy, you must miss her a great deal. Calico cats like Purrdy have distinctive colourings which’ll be lovely to stitch. I chose shades of tan stranded cotton to go with the black and white patches of colour on Purrdy’s thick coat. Those gorgeous whiskers are worked in white long stitches, just follow the chart for where to place each one.

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Fun facts aboutcalico cats • Calico cats have a unique genetic make-up and can’t be bred, they are produced randomly.

• In Maryland, America, calico cats are the official state cat, because of their orange, black and white coats

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– the same colouring as Maryland’s official bird, the Baltimore oriole.

• Thought to bring good luck, in the US they’re called money cats.

Japanese sailors carried calico cats on ships to prevent misfortune at sea.

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Sweet dreams The festivities are just too exciting and this little pup catches a snooze tucked into Santa’s hat pegged to a washing line, a little robin watching over him. ‘Christmas Dreams (dog)’ cross stitch kit from Hrisis’s Art*, £11.35, is 11x17cm (4¼x6¾in) and uses 19 colours on unprinted aida.

Merry mouse-mas Little mouse carries a Christmas tree with ease in an adorable design by Luca-S. All wrapped up for winter in bobble hat, mittens and a scarf, the details on the knitwear are a lovely touch.

Stitched on 16-count white aida in whole stitch and backstitch, ‘‘Mouse with Fir w TTree’ ‘is ffrom Arts and A Designs,* £18.25.

All wrapped up Enjoy the 3D element of this cosy cushion stitch from Vervaco, with a scarf knitted by you!

Sized 40.5x40.5cm (16x16in) the seasonal design is worked in full cross stitch on large hole painted canvas. ‘Cat with Scarf Cushion’ is from Stitcher* for £37.45.

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Your Questions Answered

Ask the experts Our panel of professionals is here to help you with your cross stitch dilemmas – however large or small

CONTENTS

32 IN THE SPOTLIGHT Love Embroidery’s Heather Nugent on cotton perlé 33 WISHES GRANTED Jenny’s designed a very special pair of wellies!

34 FRIENDLY ADVICE Help from fellow stitchers on stitching with metallics

Fiona Baker

Heather Nugent

Hannah Erskine

Jenny Barton

Hannah Fletcher

Our Senior Technical Editor Fiona is ready to solve stitching dilemmas and answer technique questions

Heather is a cross stitch designer and multicrafter – she’ll help you transform your stitching into finished items

A lifelong stitcher, our Charting Assistant Hannah can answer any chart or stitching related questions

Design pro Jenny has been creating projects for us for years and is ready to take on your design challenges

All set to hunt down those elusive charts and products, Hannah’s here to find shopping answers that you need

Stitch a village Discover how much plastic canvas this town needs

Stitch a village How much plastic canvas do you need for the ‘Christmas Village’? I have to say I found the list in the magazine a little confusing! essachari, via Instagram

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Hannah F: The threepart ‘Christmas Village’ set in issue 312 (Nov 2021), 313 (Dec 2021) and 314 (Xmas 2021), designed by Fiona Baker, was a stunning project and seasonal centrepiece. It used, on average, three sheets of A4 plastic canvas for each set of three houses in each

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A world of charts on Etsy Are you adding more designs to your Etsy store? I enjoy the download charts but it would be nice if there was more choice and more designers to pick from too.

Douglas Venn, via Facebook

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34 TECHNIQUE FOCUS What is the best way to hem the edges of fabric?

35 DESIGN ROUND-UP Find the best card kits in this Christmas collection

part (nine in total). However, to work out the size of each piece, you should calculate the stitch count of the individual charts by hand, by counting the squares, then add on 10 to each measurement. Remember to take any cutting lines on some of the charts into account when working out the sizes – not just the stitched area itself. A 10 square addition on each piece should give you a five square border of canvas all around the design to hold onto when stitching, and also helps avoid problems with miscounts.

A world of charts Now you can buy single charts from WOXS on Etsy

Fiona: Absolutely! We’re pleased you enjoy downloading the instant PDF charts. Since launching our Etsy store: www.

WorldCrossStitching.etsy.com we’re continuing to update it with a selection of fantastic new designs each month for every level of stitcher. Not only are we able to bring you some of our own older patterns in this new format, but keep an eye out for some favourite designs from our sister magazines, Cross Stitch Crazy and Cross Stitch Gold, sadly now closed. We already have a selection of talented designers signed up and hope to expand to include even more as the store grows. We’ve currently got a great choice of Christmas designs available, including these fun 3D plastic canvas festive projects, costing just £5 each.

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Your Questions Answered

In the spotlight HEATHER NUGENT, TECHNICAL EDITOR, LOVE EM EMBROIDERY MBROIDERY

Threads advice I have plenty of Cotton Perlé which I have never used and I’m unsure which fabric to use it on. Please could you help?

Sarah Mills, via email

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Heather: Cotton Perlé (also known as pearl cotton) is a non-divisible thread that is available in four weights, from heavy to fine: 3, 5, 8, 12. It’s therefore not really suitable for cross stitch, but it is often used for hardanger as well as many other styles of embroidery. We recommend using a chenille needle for these threads as they have large eyes, to accommodate the thickness of the strand, and a sharp point,

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Love Embroidery magazine regularly contains projects using perlé cotton as it’s great for adding texture to your stitched piece. We are currently featuring a Stitch-A-Long project using perlé cotton no.8 designed by Dropcloth Samplers, which began in issue 29 and will continue into issue 34. You can catch up with all the parts by buying digital back issues via the app. If you’re interested in trying out more types of thread and embroidery styles you may enjoy a subscription to Love Embroidery magazine too – check www. buysubscriptions.com for offers.

Threads advice Cotton perlé is a specialist thread often used for hardanger

Having an allergic reaction I’m worried I’m becoming allergic to stitching as a rash appears on my hands every time I stitch – is that even a thing!? I couldn’t bear it if it was! Do you have any advice?

Alex, Bradford-upon-Avon

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Hannah F: Oh no! Some people can be allergic to starch, which is used in the production of aida. Try washing fabric in warm water before handling to see if it makes any difference.

If you’re using a new type of fabric or thread than normal this could also be a possible cause, but we’d always recommend seeing a pharmacist or GP about any medical condition – they’ll offer professional advice and hopefully identify the cause.

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Tricks with magnetic frames I bought a magnetic hanger frame similar to yours for the ‘Abstract Hanging’ in issue 323 (Sept 2022) but I can’t get the material to stay in the hangers.

The magnets aren’t strong enough to hold it! How did you get it to work please?

Lydia Tockle, via email

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All fabrics aboard Choose aida and evenweave for this

All fabrics aboard the express!

I want to start stitching the ‘Polar Express’ in issue 300 (Dec 2020), but the shopping list states Fabric Flair 28-count Cotton Candy Sky evenweave measuring 41x45cm.

If I wanted to stitch this design on 14-count aida, which I am more used to, will this make a lot of difference to the pattern and what size fabric will I need to buy?

Liz Gudgion, via email

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Fiona: Since aida is stitched over just one block, the good news is 14-count fabrics work out exactly the same size as stitching over two strands on 28-count evenweave!

We’re sure this design would look equally delightful on aida, and Fabric Flair even produce this fabric pattern on aida for the same finished effect too – head to Sew-it-All* to buy.

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Hannah E: The brand of the hangers could have an impact on quality – if you’ve multiple layers of fabric, such as interfacing and/or another backing fabric this may restrict the magnetic pull of the magnets if they’re not very strong. If you do find the fabric often falling out, try sticking a few small pieces of acid-free double-sided tape between the magnets inside each hanger. Then simply

sandwich your fabric between them as normal and press the areas where the tape is positioned to bond. Don’t worry – it’s not permanent and you can still pull the hangers apart to switch your project with other designs in the future if you wish.

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Magnetic frames Use a little tape to help stitching stay in its frame

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Your Questi Questions ions Answered

Wishes granted R Request a design and our resident design eexpert, Jenny, might just chart it for you…

Sea adventurers to the rescue!

This humble pair of wellington boots symbolises ocean heroes

Please can you design a chart of a pair of RNLI yellow boots? I would like to use them as a Christmas card for my friend who is a supporter of the RNLI. Zena Massey, Hampshire

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Jenny: It would be my pleasure, Zena, the RNLI is such a great charity to support. The yellow wellies, in RNLI yellow, are quite a simple design, so I’ve added some shading in different tones of yellow to keep them interesting. Enjoy this stitch, it won’t take long to complete!

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STITCH COUNT 30 high x 30 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 5.5x5.5cm (2¼x2¼in)

Please note: Jenny can only fit in fairly small designs and for copyright reasons she is unable to chart logos, or characters from films and TV.

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I love the Santa decoration kit with issue 288 (Xmas 2019). Where can I find similar decorations?

Don’t forget to send all your stitchy questions and design requests in to us!

Linda Tumman, via email Fiona: We’ve had four decs in the mag: reindeer with issue 325 (Nov 2022); elf, issue 314 (Xmas 2021); angel, issue 301 (Xmas 2020). The plastic aida is specially sourced overseas, so we’re not able to offer a recommendation on this but you can stitch these designs on perforated paper too. Find the angel pattern for free at www. gathered.how – search for ‘angel tree decoration’, there’s also a handy video tutorial on making it.

Email us at: theworldofxstitching@ ourmedia.co.uk

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Write to: Ask the Experts, The World of Cross Stitching, Our Media Ltd, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST Access charts Patterns like this advent calendar are still available

Send in queries via Facebook too:

Access charts via the app I am wondering if it is possible to purchase a copy of your magazine from three years ago? It is from 2016, issue 248. I would love to stitch the advent calendar featured in that magazine.

Laura Weaver, United States

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Hannah E: All of our back issues from issue 191 onwards are available as digital editions via The World of Cross Stitching app.

Download it from your app or Google Play store, and enjoy stitching this fabulous advent calendar by Durene Jones.

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We asked our Facebook fans for their advice and experience with metallics – here’s what they said…

Delene Kerr: Stitch slowly to keep stitches neat.

After trying a few different ones, Glissen Gloss threads work better for me.

Cassie Ruth: If you’re having problems stitching with metallics, invest in something like DMC’s Étoile thread, it’s kinder to stitch with, has a metallic thread running though it and comes in a good variety of colours.

Deb Ashton: Make sure you’ve got more metallic thread than you need for a project. I’ve found there’s no need to save leftover threads, though, as it’s usually a onetime only thing.

Carol Pateman: Be gentle with it, and be patient.

If everything fails and the thread is fraying, give up on that bit and start a new piece of thread. Work all of the metallic stitches last.

Norah Maggie: Never stitch through another stitch, always through a gap between fabric threads.

Melanie Ball: Try to ‘feel’ the smooth direction of the thread and use it in that direction as you stitch.

Tam Neznek: Use a slightly larger needle. Use shorter lengths of thread and a thread conditioner.

Either rotate the needle every few stitches, or allow the needle and thread to dangle every few stitches so that your thread doesn’t kink.

Samantha Campion: I find that popping my metallics into the freezer for a spell before I stitch with them helps to tame the thread.

Find us on Facebook and join in with the chat. If you're lucky, your tip might appear here! Just log on to www.facebook.com/The WorldofCrossStitching and hit ‘like’ at the top of the page!

TECHNIQUE FOCUS On the edge How do you hem the fabric for stitching? I use tape sometimes but it leaves sticky residue and a friend said I should always hem the fabric instead.

I would welcome professional advice.

Chao-Xing, via email

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Heather: Hemming is one method for preventing fraying edges to your fabric as you stitch, but equally you may find other options preferable too. As you’ve found, covering the edges in tape can sometimes leave sticky marks behind when removed, but you could always cut your fabric a little bigger than you need then simply trim the tape borders off instead. Using low-tack masking tape, like the kind used for decorating, could be a good option if you did prefer to remove it too.

Another method is to cut out fabric with pinking shears – this creates a zigzag cut which limits fraying at the edges. Check out the professional range at Fiskars*.

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Hannah F: We have booked all Pet of the Month chart request slots until the end of 2022 and have decided to replace this feature from 2023 with an exciting new section. You could try DMC’s* Stitch Your Photo service, or you might find a pattern just like Bonnie at Elite Designs*.

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you should fold over all thee edges of the fabric by 1cm and press or pin to hold, creating a neat fold at the corners. Then sew a line of running stitch or, for best results, machine stitch it in place. Once you’ve finished working your cross stitch design it’s easy to trim these edges off. Why not try out a few different methods to see which one works for you and the way you stitch – there’s no right or wrong option.

On the edge There are a few ways to reach the perfect hemline

his is my daughter’s dog, Bonnie, and I’d love to stitch a design of her as a surprise, but have no idea how to go about it – please can you help?

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Pet search It’s still possible to stitch a pet portrait like Bonnie

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Fiona: As the costs were based on product retail recommended price (RRP) the information didn’t accurately reflect the price materials were obtainable for, and could discourage some from giving projects a go. Stitchers will already have some supplies to use too. Check our Stockist list on page 90 to compare prices and find bargains!

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Design round-up

Xmas cards

We’ve hand-picked a selection of kits & charts so you can stitch the best festive greetings…

COMEDY CARD

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TWIST AND SPROUT

FESTIVE HEARTS

othy Threads* has launched a fun new range of Christmas cards, using original artwork from Wrendale Designs, to get you into the festive spirit. ‘Twist and Sprout’ is our favourite, with its cute little guinea pig nestled among the veggies, stitched on speckled aida fabric in a classic Wrendale look!

The kit comes with fabric, cotton otton threads threads, Lana (fluffy) thread and metallics, plus a card and envelope, so you have everything you need to make and send this cheerful greeting.

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hat better way to show your love at Christmas time than with a hand-stitched festive heart? You can do it three times over with this Scandi-style kit, featuring designs of Rudolph the reindeer, a cosy Christmas home and chirping robins. The kits are exclusive to Past Impressions*, and contain taupe aida and all the threads you need to stitch and send the trio, plus three aperture cards and three envelopes.

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Stitch count: each design 35 wide x 35 high, 6.5x6.5cm (2½x2½in) on 14-count aida

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CLASSIC XMAS

VILLAGE SNOWMAN

cute snowman has been added to the famous ‘Stitchlets’ range from Mouseloft* – if you love kits that are great value, fun to stitch and easy for beginners, then this is the one for you. There’s a smiley snowman, a village church in the distance, and even ttwo figures having a snowball h fight. Just whole fi sstitches and backstitch are b used, and the kit u ccomes with a ccard and eenvelope too, rready to send.

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VINTAGE GREETINGS ndulge in the nostalgia of Christmas with two new vintage greeting card designs by Monique Bonnin from Creative Poppy Patterns*. Both are packed with delicate detail, from the coats of the playful kittens and winding ribbons in ‘Merry Christmas with Cats’, to the gorgeous glowing light of the metallic thread highlights in ‘Luminous Greetings’.

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Project Christmas Stocking DESIGNED BY DURENE JONES

Polar pal pressies Even penguins and polar bears join together to celebrate – who is on Santa’s ‘nice’ list this year, we wonder?

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he look of childhood wonder on Christmas morning is a sight to behold. Now you can gift little ones a little something extra to enjoy even before the morning arrives, as they hang up their very own homemade stocking complete with personalised name! Santa is sure to stop by and fill it to the brim with special presents when he sees these cute winter friends having a jolly old time together in the snow.

Making a stocking is easier than you may think, so if this is your first attempt you won’t be left out in the cold when you follow our simple instructions on page 43. Sew it by hand or using a sewing machine, if you have one. A well-made and

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Stitching Time Approx. 100 hours Type of Stitches Cross stitch, fractionals, half cross stitch, backstitch Ease of Stitching Intermediate

treasured stocking can last a lifetime, so although it’s a large and densely stitched design, putting in the hours now will pay off when it’s brought out ready for Santa’s arrival year-afteryear. Leaving the white stitches until last will ensure it stays bright and looking its best for the big day.

Meet Durene Jones One of the most magical things about Christmas for me was putting out my stocking and waking up in the morning to find it full of treats. I wanted to show winter animals gathering together to await the big day and watch the Christmas star go by in the sky. www.DureneJCrossStitch.etsy.com

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MAKE A CHILD’S DAY

Bring a smile to someone you love with a handmade stocking to be treasured forever

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DMC Anchor Madeira B5200 1 2401 white 02 398 1709 tin grey 310 403 2400 black 349 1098 212 red 351 10 214 coral 414 235 1714 dark grey 415 399 1802 grey 561 212 1205 holly green 562 210 1206 pine green 563 208 1207 light pine green 701 227 1305 dark green 703 238 1307 green 720 326 309 copper 722 323 307 light copper 747 158 1104 sky blue 762 234 1804 light grey 816 1006 513 ruby

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STITCH COUNT 264 high x 150 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 48x27cm (18¾x10¾in) SKEINS NEEDED 5xB5200 (white), 2x3761 (very light blue) STITCHED BY Niki Byrne This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton

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Project pack If you would like to stitch ‘Christmas Stocking’, Lakeside Needlecraft is providing a materials pack with the fabric, threads and any other accessories you need. Visit www.lakesideneedlecraft.co.uk to order your project pack and get stitching right away!

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a How to... make stocking 1 Cut around the stitching with a 1.5cm (¾in) border all around. Cut backing fabric to the same size and shape as the stitching (mirror the shape so they are the same when right sides are facing). Cut two pieces of lining fabric to match the stitching and backing panel.

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4 Pin the front and back pieces of the stocking together (right sides facing) and stitch around the stocking with a 1.5cm (¾in) seam allowance, leaving a small gap at the bottom for turning through.

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5 Trim the seam allowance and clip notches into the curves to allow it to lie flat. Turn the stocking through to the right side and slip stitch the gap closed. Push the lining fabric inside the body of the stocking and press to finish.

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SPREAD LOVE AND LAUGHTER THIS SEASON WITH COMEDY CHARTS

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40 MERRY IDEAS

Stitch these rib-tickling designs by Lisa Reakes to give a loved one a fit of the giggles 40 quick-and-easy motifs Lisa Reake’s design inspiration Stitches for every skill level Helpful tips and advice Unique present ideas for your special someone

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HOW RUDE-OLF!

BE CHILL

Poke fun at the family’s Scrooge with a place name (27) stitched in festive green, patched onto a card and underlined with a piece of narrow ribbon in red.

Make a badge for busy mums and dads to remind them to rest up over the holidays! Cut the message (2) into a circle shape and stitch to a piece of red felt.

SANTA IN DISGUISE

PARTY SPROUTS

Stitch a comedy gift tag! Dressed in dark glasses and a trilby hat, you’d never know this was Santa (4)… Cut a green tag to size and patch on your frayed stitching.

Brussel sprouts with smiley faces (18) party on along a strip of white aida. Cut to size and sew onto a napkin for a fun festive theme at the Christmas dinner table.

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FESTIVE SPARK

WHAT A CRACKER!

Stitch the glowing light bulb (26), cut to size and fray the edges. Use craft glue to add to a tea light holder.

SAFETY NOTE: Never leave tea light candles unattended.

Show your bro how much he means to you with a dynamic card. Stitch the cracker motif and message (10) and mount in an aperture card with red ribbon trim.

PERFECT PET LOVE

SANTA SIGN

Pooch pressies and cat treats call for a gift tag too, and this Santa paws (29) chart is too-cute. Fray the edges of your completed stitching and add to a custom-cut tag.

Frame the colourful ‘Santa stop here’ design (21) in a bauble shaped wooden tree dec and use a piece of natural twine to hang it from the branches. *For stockists, see page 90

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Project Angel Cards DESIGNED BY MOLLIE JOHANSON

Send peace and love Say halo to the holidays when you stitch and send sweet angel wishes to spread joy to friends and family

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t’s always lovely to receive a thoughtful stitched card in the post, and now you can step your card making skills up a gear with ten splendid angel designs to get your needles flowing in the run up to Christmas. Designer Mollie Johanson’s distinctive cute and simple style mean even complete beginners can give these quick and easy patterns a go, with whole stitches and just a little backstitch used for the eyes and mouths. With 17 pretty pastel thread colours used you’re in for a treat with this modern angelic set.

Display your makes in a creative 3D style by first backing with card and carefully cutting out around the shape of the design, then use 3D

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foam pads to stick onto coloured card blanks to make the angels really stand out. Adorn with pretty ribbon for a stylish finish and you’re ready to write your special message inside the card.

These colourful angels are sure to go straight to the top of your to-stitch list as you hear them sing on high!

Meet Mollie Johanson Wild Olive

I adored working on these angels and kept them to whole stitches only so you can enjoy an easy project. Kids would like them too, just give them a helping hand with the backstitch on the angels’ sweet faces! www.molliejohanson.com

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Hark! Is that a herald angel singing? Take your pick of these heavenly cards, and turn the page to find ten angelic charts

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Santa’s little elf-ers Festive fun is guaranteed at every level of this cut-through style scene inside a busy toy-making workshop

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hether young or old, who wouldn’t love to peek inside Santa’s workshop, to watch the magic happen and see children’s dreams come true? Well now we can, with the help of Maria Diaz’s skills and imagination! She’s chosen the popular cut-through style, which offers a wonderful perspective on the wooden chalet so we can see in and marvel at the elves hard at work. Some are at play, too, testing out the toys.

This large design is stitched on 28-count pale blue evenweave and is packed with detail so charming and captivating it provides all the motivation you’ll need to complete each stage of the challenge. It’s built up with whole and half cross stitch,

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Stitching Time Approx. 80 hours Type of Stitches Cross stitch, fractionals, half cross stitch, backstitch, French knots, beads Ease of Stitching Intermediate/advanced

fractionals, backstitch, French knots and beads and some areas are left unstitched, as is the way with cutthrough style. Work a little metallic thread for sparkle and add seed beads to the tree and to the ends of the elves’ pointy hats as little bells.

Meet Maria Diaz I enjoy playing with these cross section designs but they can be a challenge. I wanted to show a busy workshop with all the elves doing something different, which isn’t easy when you only have a few stitches to play with but I think it works well – have fun! www.mariadiazdesigns.com

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Sure to be a family favourite, every stitch of this enchanting scene will bring smiles of delight

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Jill READER PANEL J This cut-through design looks great fun to sstitch, I love the detail. All of those cheeky little characters take me back to memories of my trip to Lapland where I met Father Christmas and all of his little helpers.

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STITCH COUNT 106 high x 154 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 19x28cm (7½x11in) SKEINS NEEDED 2xB5200 (white) STITCHED BY Karen Purnell This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton, DMC Light Effects and Mill Hill seed beads on 28-count evenweave over two threads of the fabric

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Reader Story

Sew loving

Jaimee overcame adversity to stitch and sew her mum Andrea the advent calendar she’d never had and always longed for

Clockwise left to right: Jaimee’s cat added a helping paw; Andrea and Jaimee; Jaimee with ‘Knitty Knit’, Bothy Threads*

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s a child, Andrea Mallion’s family travelled a lot because of her dad’s work, and spent most Christmases abroad, which meant that she never had an advent calendar. Unbeknownst to Andrea, her daughter Jaimee who’d recently started cross stitching again, decided to make her mum an advent calendar in secret. But not only was Jaimee new to stitching she was new to sewing too, so had to learn how to master a sewing machine, which is not so straightforward as Jaimee has a condition that means she has to use the machine in a different way.

“As a child Jaimee had a spinal injury and since developed Complex Regional Pain Syndrome,” Andrea explains. “These limit mobility in her legs, which means she is unable to use a foot pedal so instead, Jaimee uses one hand to control the foot pedal, while using the other to control the

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“I didn’t think it would be finished in time and was finding it increasingly difficult to keep it secret!” material. It can be tricky in places and requires a great deal of patience, pins and plenty of unpicking at times!”

Not to be deterred, Jaimee taught herself how to use the sewing machine using YouTube and stitched a refillable advent calendar for her mum last Christmas. Each pocket has a miniChristmas cross stitch, many of them from The World of Cross Stitching.

Jaimee designed the advent calendar herself, giving each pocket a unique Christmas design and lining them with different festive-themed material. The advent calendar has a felt backing, with number buttons for each date and then finished with ribbons. It took a total of five months to complete.

Proud mum Andrea says, “I must admit I cried a bit when she gave me the advent calendar. It was very

emotional mainly because I could see how much effort and thought had gone into it. Especially since I knew it would have been challenging physically for her to sew this.”

“Apparently, it’s a lot bigger than she first imagined, but I don’t mind because it means I get bigger presents in each pocket! Last year, she filled each pocket with a crafting related treat for me. I have handed it back to Jaimee so she can refill it again this year, and this is the plan for many years to come! I can’t wait to see what she puts in it year after year.”

Jaimee says, “I was relieved to give the advent calendar to mum. I didn’t think it would ever be finished in time and was finding it increasingly difficult to keep it secret, especially as she kept randomly popping in to see me!”

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Ksenia Cross Stitch’s* ‘Christmas Advent Calendar’ PDF countdown.

£23.95 Gift to self Treat yourself to a needle minder every day, Dancing Daffodils UK*.

£35.50 Stitchy surprise ‘Stitch into Christmas SAL’ from Caterpillar Cross Stitch*.

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resents piled high, Father Christmas drives his bright red truck through the snow, with headlamps beaming, and gold star sequins shimmering down from the night sky lighting the way. Packed with details, ‘The Christmas Express’ (XAL8) from Bothy Threads* will make a really fun stitch and, once it’s framed, is

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ere’s one to fawn over this Christmas, ‘Oh Deer’

by It’s Sew Emma is a muchloved festive character with a very shiny red nose. This retro-inspired stitch is worked on minty green 14-count aida, uses just six thread colours and is sized 81 wide by 91 high. Available as a PDF via link at Fat Quarter Shop* this adorable stitch will set you up for the stitching season.

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atch these playful polar bear buddies before they slip and slide away on their ice float! The cute and cuddly pair will shoot straight to the top of your winter stitch list, their lively poses and adorable faces making this design a pre-Christmas highlight. ‘Bear Cubs on Ice’ (R2043) by RIOLIS is a counted cross stitch kit worked on 14-count white aida fabric, with woolacrylic threads giving deeper colours and great coverage to the 40x30cm (15¾x11¾in) sized piece. Available from Stitcher*.

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s the nights draw in, shine a spotlight on your stitching with Foresight-LED’s* new lamp, the High Output Re-Chargeable Flexi-Arm Adjustable Light. Fitted with an LED bulb, which uses little energy, this fully adjustable clipon light unit puts the light right where you need it, squarely onto your WIP. Ideal to clip on to cross stitch frames or the edge of your crafting table, it provides high quality daylight for excellent colour reproduction and helps to reduce eye strain so you can stitch for longer and make sure you hit that project deadline in time.

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CHRISTMAS CUTIE

sure to become a new family favourite.

All that gift wrap is perfect for using up all those leftover threads, too. Worked in counted cross stitch to 25x28cm (9¾x11in), it uses cross stitch and backstitch. The kit contains 16-count ice blue aida, pre-sorted threads, sequins, needle, stitch diagram and instructions.

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Project Nativity Scene

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A nativity scene for all ages – get the whole family involved in making a 3D display in a colour of your choice

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Nativity Scene Project DESIGNED BY FIONA BAKER

Oh Holy Night!

Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas through a striking 3D Nativity scene with a contemporary twist

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aise your voice on high as you stitch a Nativity in a trending style, taking inspiration from papercut art to create a 3D cutthrough scene. Displayed in a deep box frame, each layer tells its own part of the Holy story, as the kings, shepherds, angels and even the animals gather in close to catch a glimpse of the manger, illuminated with special glow-in-the-dark threads as the dark night sky twinkles beyond.

If purple isn’t your style simply switch to a new scheme of your choice instead – just swap like-forlike shades in your chosen colour.

For a seamless effect stitch on similar coloured fabric like we have too – check out the full range of colour

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Fun with box frames

Stitching Time Approx. 30 hours for the set Type of Stitches Cross stitch Ease of Stitching Beginner

options by Zweigart* or DMC* to find the best match. You could even stitch each layer on a completely different colour for a striking finish. Remember to tag us @worldofcrossstitching, when you share your work on social media and we look forward to seeing your unique creations!

Meet Fiona Baker I loved setting up my mum’s porcelain Nativity set as a child and carefully arranging the composition – I must have had an artistic eye even from that young age! These skills were put to the test again with this project and I love how it has turned out. www.fionabakerdesign.etsy.com

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Layer 2 – Mary & Joseph chart

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Layer 2 – Palm Tree chart

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Layer 4 – Animals & King chart (left)

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Layer 4 – Animals & King chart (right)

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1 Apply acid-free double-sided tape to the reverse of the fabric, overlapping all edges of your stitches.

Then peel the backing off the tape and stick the fabric to stiff white card – press down firmly around all edges of the stitched shapes.

3 Disassemble the frame and draw around the backing board onto a piece of black card, then cut out. Glue the back scene (layer 1) – manger and the star – centrally to the card, with the flat top edge of the star aligned to the top edge of the card.

2 Carefully cut out the stitched shapes using sharp scissors, snipping as close to the stitching as possible without cutting into any fabric holes containing stitches. Remember to cut out the middle sections on the angel and donkey shapes too.

4 Stick 3D foam pads to the back of all the remaining stitched shapes at intervals. Referring to our photo for positioning, look to see where pieces overlap other layers and double up the foam pads on top of one another where necessary, to keep every layer

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level. Stick three layers of foam pads to the back of the angel.

5 Take the backing off the foam pads and layer the stitched pieces, starting with layer 2 pieces, through to layer 4. Use the chart labels and finished photo as a guide. Press the pieces down firmly to stick in place.

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Designer Feature

STITCHER STYLE Ukrainian Olena Khirkh-Yalan invented a winter wonderland in 3D for the family Christmas tree, then spread the magic and now her designs bring joy to other stitchers

Clockwise left to right: Recreate a magical atmosphere with Santa’s Reindeer Stables ornament; Christmas Bottle; Santa and Mrs Claus

How were you first introduced to cross stitching?

My mom stitches and my granny and grandpa were talented makers.

Sewing, knitting, embroidery and quilting were our usual home crafts.

Mom taught me everything. When I grew older, the grandeur of oldfashioned retail at Christmas became my passion along with cross stitching – it’s disappearing more and more each year, along with the stores themselves.

So, one day, I decided to build a little wonderland for my Christmas tree, where that festive feeling still lives on.

How did you first start designing in cross stitch?

At the very beginning I made these cross stitched ornaments but they were just for myself and my family.

I wanted to hang them from our Christmas tree so that it could ‘tell’ stories. One day, looking at the tree, my husband asked why not try selling the designs and teaching others to make the ornaments? That is how my path as a cross stitch designer began.

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What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned from your cross stitch business?

Life is too short to do the things you do not love. Follow your biggest dreams, otherwise somebody else will follow them instead of you.

How would you describe your design style?

The biggest ornament series, and the first one on my tree was ‘Christmas Village’, where you can find those old-world stories. It started with the ‘Carousel’ ornament made in 2011, and grew to 15 little houses and shops! When designing an ornament, I aim to make it a dainty cross

stitch delight that will capture your heart and bring back the thrills and excitement of the holiday season.

What’s your design process?

I am proud to say that my mom is not only often my model stitcher, but also a design partner, who helps, critiques and pushes me. I show her all my ideas and sketches, and if she approves, I work on it further. I believe details make the difference, so each new design starts with them, finding the buttons, tiny charms, fabric, trims – and that is my favourite part of the design process. When I have all those in front of me, I start to sketch. For example, the Santa design started with the buttons that looked like old-fashioned toys, a piece of brown linen (as a bag), and mohair Wisper threads that made a knitted sweater later. Those little touches make the ornament look more realistic, dimensional, and more difficult to make than they really are.

MORE: You can view Olena’s collection here:

Etsy shop: www. livingontherainbow. etsy.com Instagram: @living. on.the.rainbow

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Project Winter Mews DESIGNED BY JENNY VAN DE WIELE

Snowy street Christmas is in the air! Feel the excitement of the season with a festive row of prettily decorated houses

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aden with Christmas shopping, take a walk past a row of colourful houses on your way home as the first drops of snow start to fall. A snowy street scene can have many magical details, as this terrace of townhouses shows. It’s filled with festive touches, with red bows at the windows, wreaths at the door and there’s even a string of fairy lights.

As you stitch your street scene, adding window boxes, topiary, and smoking chimney stacks, you’ll make each house into a home. Stitched on pewter grey to complement the pastel fronts, wrought iron railings and pavement detail are worked in backstitch, while single whole stitches in white create snowflakes. Backstitch

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Stitching Time Approx. 50 hours Type of Stitches Cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch, French knots Ease of Stitching Intermediate

is worked in four different shades – white, black, grey, and yellow – so be sure to look at the key and chart carefully when switching threads to make sure you get the right one.

As you build up the details of each home, imagine glancing through the window at the cosy scene within.

Meet Jenny Van De Wiele Homestitchness

This winter design matches a spring street scene I designed for issue 266 (April 2018).

This row of houses has the same elements, plus festive details, snowy branches, and holly. I hope you love this just as much! www.homestitchness.etsy.com

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STITCH FOR YOUR HOME

Create this pretty stitch for your community and fill the neighbourhood with holiday spirit

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Project Winter Mews

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DMC Anchor Madeira blanc 2 2402 white 223 895 812 pink 310 403 2400 black 312 979 1005 blue 319 212 1313 dark green 347 1025 407 red 367 217 1312 green 368 214 1310 light green 648 900 1814 grey

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STITCH COUNT 90 high x 168 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 16.5x30.5cm (6½x12in) SKEINS NEEDED 2xblanc (white) STITCHED BY Lisa Draycott

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This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton

Project pack If you would like to stitch ‘Winter Mews’, Lakeside Needlecraft is providing a materials pack with the fabric, threads and any other accessories you need. Visit www.lakesideneedlecraft.co.uk to order your project pack and get stitching this wintry scene right away!

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Shopping list Zweigart* 14-count pewter grey (594) aida measuring 36x51cm (14x20in) from Lakeside Needlecraft* Stranded cotton as listed in the key Size 24 tapestry needle Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 21x36cm (8¼x14¼in) *For stockists see page 90

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Treat yourself to a gorgeous kit to get you in the zone: this one features a fun stack of reindeer, snowmen and elves, topped with Santa. This Bothy Threads* kit contains 16-count winter blue Zweigart aida, pre-sorted stranded cottons, Lana (a woolly thread), Velcro, embellishments, needles, stitch diagram and instructions.

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f you’re looking for a Christmas present for a fellow cross stitcher, we think they’d love the latest addition to Peter Underhill’s Golden Years range available from Heritage Crafts*. ‘On a Bicycle Made for Three’ is a great kit for beginners and is sure to make any recipient smile – especially the little passenger in his basket on the front. The stitch will measure 12.5x14cm (8½x5½in) when finished and we have 10 kits worth £26.20 each for this month’s competition winners. Visit the website for more Peter Underhill kits and other cross stitch must-haves.

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t wouldn’t be Christmas without a robin or two to lift our spirits and brighten those bleak winter days with their joyous song and bright red plumage. This cheery chap sat among the holly from Creative World of Crafts* measures 15x13.5cm (6x5½in) and ticks all the festive boxes for us. The ‘Mr Robin’ kit is perfect for intermediate stitchers, and 24 UP FOR contains 14-count GRABS! aida, sorted stranded DMC cotton, needle, colour chart and instruction sheet, and we have 24 of them to give away to lucky winners.

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Next month in ISSUE 327 ON SALE 27 OCT

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Stitch and share owl your love with a cute gift that’s just for Christmas

GINGER SNAPS Spice up your cards with backstitch icing and festive gingerbread shapes

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THE NUTCRACKER Create an exciting set of performing puppets inspired by the ballet

CRYSTAL PENGUIN Get thread-ready and enjoy a kaleidoscope of colour

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Shaun the Sheep in cross stitch!

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Gift yourself a festive treat – Shaun’s all wrapped up and ready to stitch!

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RAINBOW BRIGHTS Make a splash at Christmas with cards in all the colours

FOR WINTER BIRTHDAYS SNOWY BRANCHES Breathe life into birds and berries in the final part of our seasonal tree series

PLUS MUCH MORE Stitch a traditional Victorian festive alphabet set Have a cute Kawaii Christmas with our Design Library Don’t miss the final Pet of the Month – it’s a hamster!

Your cross stitching queries answered by our experts Your stories, inspiration & letters… plus much more

Stitch and send warm wishes to a loved one with a floral blooms wreath card, designed by Durene Jones! Add your own greeting with the backstitch alphabet (included).

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Beginners’ Guide

How to...

Stitching’s a breeze!

Let Senior Technical Editor Fiona show you how it’s done in this reference guide

Beginner? Follow Fiona’s guide to instant stitching success!

CHOOSE YOUR ESSENTIALS…

Start with these must-have items

FABRICS Most stitchers start off using aida – a block-weave fabric, which is divided into squares by a grid of holes, making it an ideal fabric for beginners. Each cross stitch is worked over one square.

Or you may prefer evenweave, which is also woven in a grid but in a finer count. Each cross stitch is usually worked over two threads of the fabric (shown below), making it the equivalent size to stitching on aida (eg. 28-count evenweave would produce the same size finish as 14-count aida). Fractional stitches are easier to work on evenweave, as there’s a central hole spare so you don’t need to split a block as you do for aida.

THREADS You’ll need stranded cotton – this coloured thread comes in 8m skeins and is made up of six strands. There are three main brands – DMC, Anchor and Madeira – which are all smooth and easy to stitch with, and they’re colourfast to 95°C. Cheaper brands are available, but could be less durable and may not be colourfast.

Less than one full skein of each thread will be required for a design, unless indicated at the bottom of the key for that project.

Tapestry needle

Use a tapestry needle which has a blunt tip and large eye. It easily passes through the fibres of aida and evenweave.

Different needle sizes are available, so choose the best for your fabric – see our guide on the right. It’s a good idea to have a sharp (crewel) needle, to split aida blocks when stitching fractionals, and a thin beading needle is useful too.

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FACTBOX Includes an approx. stitching

containing symbols that represent squares to be stitched on the fabric. A tiny symbol denotes a fractional stitch in the corner of the square in which it’s to be worked.

The centres of our charts are marked with arrows on the edge of each side.

To find the corresponding centre of your fabric, fold it in half horizontally and then vertically – the point where the creases cross marks the centre. Start stitching here to ensure the design is positioned in the middle of the fabric.

time, types of stitches found in the design and a difficulty level – this can help you decide if a project is suitable for your skills (beginner, intermediate or advanced).

size of fabric, recommended needle, and details of other products to frame or finish your project in the same way we have. Using another fabric with different HPI will alter the finished size of a design.

Calculate your fabric size like this: stitch count divided by HPI of new fabric choice = new size in inches. Add at least 15cm (6in) to each dimension to allow for mounting in a frame, but less (between 5-10cm) for cards or home furnishings.

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KEY The key alongside a chart will tell you what colour thread each symbol corresponds to, along with the following information: Thread brands Different manufacturer thread shades are listed in separate columns. For best results, stick to one manufacturer for the whole of a design. The first column is the brand we used to stitch the design.

Backstitch & French knot shades The shades used for these are listed under the cross stitch symbols. The number of strands needed for these can vary, so make sure you check the key so you know how many strands to use.

Stitch count & design area This indicates the finished size of your design – in stitches and on the particular fabric we’ve used.

HPI stands for holes per inch.

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How to read our charts & keys

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How to stitch

Tackle the basic stitches in our charts…

Cross stitch

Half cross stitch

Fractional stitches

Each coloured square on the chart represents a whole cross stitch.

Bring the needle up at the bottom left corner of a square and down at the top right corner. Then, bring the needle up at the bottom right corner and down at the top left to complete a stitch (starting corner positions can be reversed if preferred).

Half cross stitch is identified with a different symbol on the chart and key to the cross stitches, and consists of one arm of the stitch only. Work each half cross stitch in the same direction as you would the top arm of your full cross stitches for a neat and consistent look to your project.

To make a quarter stitch, bring the needle up at the corner of a square and take it down through the centre, halfway across the diagonal, splitting the aida block (above left) or through the central hole if using evenweave.

To turn this into a three-quarter stitch (above right, shown in pink thread), make a half cross stitch across the

diagonal of the square. To make two fractional stitches in the same square, you’ll need to decide which is a quarter stitch (shown above, in blue) and which is a three-quarter stitch.

Usually, the three-quarter stitch (shown above, in pink) is made in the foreground colour of the design – look at the composition of the design carefully to decide which is which.

Reverse of fabric

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French knots

Beads

Starting your thread

Backstitch is shown by a coloured line and is added to stitching to create detail. Work the backstitch over individual blocks on aida, or pairs of threads on evenweave. Bring the needle up through the fabric at 1 and take it down at 2, up at 3 and so on (see above), so that you are always working back on yourself.

French knots appear as large dots on the chart. Bring the needle up through the fabric, then holding the thread with one hand, wind it around the needle two or three times.

Holding the thread taut, take the needle down part of an aida block (or one thread on evenweave) away. Pull through until a neat knot is formed.

Beads appear as a circle with a dot on the chart. To attach seed beads, use a whole cross stitch with two thread strands to help keep the beads upright – attach the bead with the bottom arm of a cross stitch and then add the top arm of the stitch, making sure that one strand of thread falls neatly on either side of the bead.

The loop method is the neatest way to start but can only be done with an even number of strands. Cut a 40cm (16in) thread length, pull out one strand and fold it in half. Thread the needle with both ends, forming a loop at the end. Bring the needle up through the fabric and back down through the loop, then pull to secure.

HOW TO ALTER THREAD SHADES IN A DESIGN

Reverse of fabric

Swap colours to suit your preferences for skin tones, stashbusting & more...

Thread colours are arranged in shade ‘families’ – these are groups of colours that create a gradient of shading. It helps to look at a shade card for the full palette when making colour comparisons (available from DMC and Anchor) as these are arranged within the shade families already.

You can swap threads like-

for-like to equivalent shades of another family, ie. light, medium and dark. You may want to change the hue of an entire pattern, or use up threads already in your stash to save money. You can also alter skin tones to create different ethnicities. We’ve included some examples of skin shade families below,

but feel free to experiment with your own. You’ll need to select alternatives for mid-tones, highlights and shadows, depending on how many shades are included in a design. For example, if only one shade is used select the mid-tone, then add highlight and shadow tones either side of this as required.

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950

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758

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435

632

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Finishing your thread Once you’ve finished stitching, finish off your threads to keep them secure by running the needle through the back of several stitches that you’ve already completed. Snip off the ends neatly with a sharp pair of embroidery scissors, as close to your fabric as possible.

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These designs were stitched using DMC stranded cotton

MAXIMUM STITCH COUNT 98 high x 105 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 18x19cm (7x7½in) STITCHED BY Michelle Brookes ILLUSTRATIONS CONVERTED BY Fiona Baker

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These designs were stitched using DMC stranded cotton

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We suggest stitching these patterns on Zweigart 14-count brown speckledprint aida, sized 38x38cm (15¾x15¾in) which is available from Bothy Threads.

To purchase the fabric, telephone 01900 828844 or email info@bothythreads.com

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French knots appear as dots on your chart. To work a French knot, bring the needle up through the fabric, hold the thread down with your left hand and wind it around the needle twice. Still holding the thread taut, take the needle down close by – one strand or part of a block away. Pull through until a neat knot is formed. When you’re pulling the thread through, be gentle as you could tighten it too much and lose the knotted effect.

If you stitch French knots too small, try stitching with more strands together in the needle, or wrap it around the needle more times, and then work the knot as normal for a ‘fatter’ result. If you struggle with French knots then try using seed beads instead.

Visit www.gathered.how for a handy video tutorial on how to stitch French knots.

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When threading metallic thread, if you are using two strands, cut a single length of thread and fold it in half. Feed the looped end through the eye of the needle and then pass over the point to secure the thread in place. This will keep the thread attached to the needle and prevent slipping. Also use a larger needle than you normally would. The hole in the fabric will be made bigger by the larger-sized needle and the thread will pass through more easily. Use thread conditioner to make the metallic threads more manageable to stitch with.

Stitching Time Approx. 100+ hours Type of Stitches Cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch, French knots Ease of Stitching Intermediate

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www.jbcrossstitch.com The moon and sky provide a twinkly backdrop for Santa’s sleigh, the graduating sshades of blue are quite mesmerising, and a sp sprinkle of white and metallic stitches dot the sky for a touch of sparkle.

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Santa’s Sleigh key Cross stitch in two strands

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STITCH COUNT 150 high x 130 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 27x23.5cm (10¾x9¼in) SKEINS NEEDED 2xblanc (white), 3x791 (dark blue), 3x792 (blue), 2x3756 (light baby blue) This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton and DMC Light Effects

Shopping list Zweigart* 14-count white aida measuring 42x39cm (17x15in) Stranded cotton and metallic thread as listed in the key Size 24 tapestry needle Frame and mount of your choice with a minimum aperture of 27x23.5cm (10¾x9¼in) *For stockists see page 90

www.gathered.how/woxs This is a supplement with issue 326 of The World of Cross Stitching

BY DESIGNER

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Santa’s Sleigh chart (bottom left)

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Santa’s Sleigh chart (bottom right)