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Honour the iconic Christmas song with these festive folk art mini makes by Durene Jones 31 quick-and-easy motifs Durene Jones’ design inspiration Stitches for every skill level Helpful tips and advice

Beauty editor Laura Mulley says, “Celebrity make-up artist Hannah Martin’s second OK! Beauty Box Advent Calendar is even bigger and better. It’s filled with her favourite brands such as Bobbi Brown, L

Designed by: Maria Diaz Stitch count: 645 high x 24 wide ladder; 47 high x 33 wide Santa Design size: 120x4cm (46¼x1⅝in) ladder; 8.5x6cm (3⅜x2⅜in) Santa Stitch time: 58 hours (both) This design was st

Beauty editor Laura Mulley says, “Celebrity make-up artist Hannah Martin’s second OK! Beauty Box Advent Calendar is even bigger and better. It’s filled with her favourite brands such as Bobbi Brown, L

Designed by: Cheryl McKinnon Stitch count: 74 high x 37 wide (each side) Design size: 14x7cm (5½x2¾in) Stitch time: 10 hours (each side) This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric. • DMC Sparkly

These Festive Treat Boxes are just right for getting your Christmas stitching of to a sparkling start, and add a personal touch to your seasonal stitching. Each of the four boxes available contains: ★