Dress to impress

Step 1 WORK the cross stitch in two strands of stranded cotton and the backstitch in one strand. Step 2 HOLD the heart template from page 64 and the stitching up against a window, then pin the templat

Who can resist a good shopping spree, especially during Christmastime? Decorated with bountiful wreaths, festive décor, and the season’s sought-after items, these shop cards encompass the spirit of th

Stitch this dress-up set for a little one, with fairy wings, crown and wand in a pretty floral fabric

The excitement always begins on 1 December when you realise you have a treat waiting for you, making the run-up to the big day even more special as you discover what exciting surprise is hiding in you

For spooktacular stitching, look no further than this month’s challenge! We asked three designers to create a pair of Halloween earrings, with each earring design to be different but coordinate. They

MEASUREMENTS To fit sizes: 72/86 cm (28/34 ins), 91/97 (36/38), 102/107 (40/42), 112/117 44/46), 122/137 (48/54), 142/157 (56/62). Actual size: 101.5 cm (40 ins), 112 (44), 118 (46½), 134.5 (53), 151