A stitch in time

Create these seaside-inspired projects

Designed by: Susan Bates Max. stitch count: 42 high x 42 wide Max. design size: 12x12cm (4⅝x4⅝in) Stitch time: 6 hours (each) This design was stitched on 18 count Anne cloth, working each stitch over

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cygnet 100% Cotton (100% cotton, 100g/200m) 2 balls of Yarn A Frosty Blue (5033) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Peach Sorbet (6724) Yarn C Pepper (6206) Yarn D Peony Pink (4065) Yarn E Dandeli

Designed by: Emma Congdon Stitch count: 15 high x 40 wide key; 38 high x 32 wide padlock Design size: 3x7.5cm (1¼x2⅞in); 7x6cm (2¾x2⅜in) Stitch time: 1½ hours; 3 hours These designs were stitched on 1

This breathtaking ocean view of blue skies and clear water will transport you through a porthole view to a sandy shore from the comfort of our own home. It’s the ideal scene for a well-needed getaway

■ Background fabric – Moda Chambray linen in grey – 2yds ■ Blue stripe ticking fabric (borders A and B and binding) – 1yd ■ Beige/blue print for borders D and E – 2¼yds ■ Light mixed prints – Nine (9)