New beginnings

This month we bring you a new exclusive Halloween tin from the Susan Penny Design Studio. It features Millie and Merlin in a Halloween tin, dressed ready for a fun party. You can buy this design as a

Whether you’re holding a Halloween party or simply want to decorate your home to celebrate the season, we’ve found some frighteningly fun ideas to stitch! Jody Rice has done all-out for Halloween with

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

SEND WINTER WISHES There’s nothing better than finding a letter on your doorstep addressed to you, especially during the holidays – it’s a way for us to share our love to those who are out of hands’ r

MATERIALS ■ Threads - stranded cotton as listed in the key alongside the chart ■ Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle ■ Fabric - Zweigart 14-count black (720) aida measuring 40x64cm (15¾x25in) ■ A4 hardba

Everyone, no matter what age, loves waking up to a pile of presents on Christmas Day. Helz Cuppleditch’s magical illustration of Santa in the snow brought us so much joy when we saw it that we had to