Stitch-a-long

Hey everyone! We’ve now reached the fifth part of our stitch-a-long, which means things are beginning to take shape. For this month we’re focusing on the adventures we take with our friends, whether b

The ninth book in our library is Rebecca, a gothic psychological thriller, written by Daphne du Maurier in 1938. It depicts a young woman who marries a wealthy widower, Maxim de Winter, before finding

For those who enjoy decorating their home seasonally, this pretty in petals flower cushion will be the ideal sofa companion for the spring. The blooming irises are the focal point of the cushion, with

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Celebrate your love of stitching with these delicate designs by Susan Bates 44 quick-and-easy motifs Susan Bates’ design inspiration Stitches for every skill level Helpful tips and advice Unique gift

This design is a mixture of Kloster blocks, used in Hardanger work, and cross stitch. In Hardanger you would normally work five horizontal or vertical satin stitches, with each block covering four thr