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MATERIALS Of Caron Simply Soft, 1 170g ball in each of Bone (9703) A, Autumn Maize (0008) B and Taupe (9783) C for Brown version; Cobalt Blue (9784) A, Plum Perfect (9761) B and Sage (9705) C for Blue

This month, we bring you a selection of kits for those wanting to start cross stitch or progress their basic skills without using finer fabrics or different stitches. Hellebore, Pansies and yellow Tul

PACK INCLUDES ■ Pattern sheet x1 (Tracing required) ■ Instruction sheet YOU WILL NEED ■ Exterior fabric (115cm wide): 0.5 m ■ Lining fabric (115cm wide): 0.6 m ■ OPTIONAL Fusible woven interfacing (ir

HeIlo everyone! Welcome to the fourth part of our stitch-a-long. This design makes me feel so cosy and loved, thinking about the friends I hold dear to me. This month is all about support, being there

The knitted shoulder strap is likely to stretch slightly, but the seam will add some stability. To make a longer strap, you can knit it longer as you should have enough yarn with the recommended quant

Egypt is a country overflowing with history, archaeology and landmarks – the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings, for example – that have stood the test of time. The writing system they used