Every month we showcase the latest high street trends, new ideas and inspiring personalities for today’s stylish cross stitcher
Dream sewing room
What does your dream sewing room look like? This gorgeous example has the Natural History Museum Lift Top Draftsman Desk, which would be the perfect centrepiece of any workspace. Keep everything in order with the Navy 3-Tier Cantilever Wooden Sewing Box and the Beech 120 Spools Holder. The Lottie Jute Oval Pastel Rug adds a cosy touch, while the Scalloped Edge Shade Air and Frilled Check Cushion in Pinecone makes your stitching session all the more relaxing. Time for a spring refreshment! All items are available from www.dunelm.com.
BUZZY LIFE
GET ‘BUZZY’ with this bee-utiful mandala bee cross stitch kit! It includes cross stitch instructions, a printed A3 colour chart, thread, fabric, and a needle. You’ll need to stitch about 158w x 101h ‘honeycomb’ shaped stitches using lovely shades of pink and yellow. This is a ‘bee-ginner’ friendly project, using full cross stitches only. This would make a great gift for any cross stitch newbies you know! melocadesigns.com
FAB FLORALS
BRIGHTEN UP your spring days with this ‘That Floral Feeling’ needlepoint kit, the latest design from Hannah Bass. Bursting with vibrant colours, this kit includes a quality printed canvas, Appleton’s tapestry wool, and three needles. The finished 50x50cm piece is perfect for adding a pop of colour to any room. Back it with the Grannie Smith Designers Guild Velvet and pink-pom trim for an extra touch of elegance. Get ready to feel like you’re walking through a bloomin’ lovely garden! www.hannahbass.com
CLOCK THIS
CHECK OUT this super-cute Dandelion Clock needleminder. Taken from artwork by Hannah Dale at Wrendale Designs, this minder is the perfect accompaniment to the Dandelion Clock cross-stitch design. The minder features two strong magnets, which can be attached to your aida, making lost needles a thing of the past! www.bothythreads.com
April Showers
EVERYTHING YOU need is included in this Raincoats Cross Stitch Hoop Kit, including instructions, full-colour cross stitch chart, thread, needle, fabric, wadding and a backing disc to finish off your hoop when you’re done. Perfect for those who are relatively new to cross stitch who are looking for something a little more challenging, it uses only three simple stitches. There is even a tutorial for how to tackle the design on the Cotton Clara Youtube channel!
