Bags of style

Designed by: Cheryl McKinnon Stitch count: 121 high x 91 wide Design size: 22x17cm (8⅝x6⅝in) Stitch time: 23 hours This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric. For the sampler: • Zweigart Pewter

Note The bag is made in two pieces (one for the main body and one for the strap) and stitched together. Add magnetic closures or buttons for a more secure fastening. BAG Cast on 57 sts using 4.5mm nee

Stitch this simple-to-make bag, perfect for storing your latest knitting or crochet project

■ Outer fabric (0.5m) ■ Lining fabric (0.5m) ■ Medium-weight fusible interfacing (optional) (0.5m) ■ Thread to match your fabrics ■ Pair of acrylic, plastic or wooden circular handles, 4½” diameter mi

What a year it has been! We have reached the final part of our ‘A Year of Joy’ SAL. I hope you enjoyed each step of the way in crafting your own calendar to use every year – it’ll be a timeless attrac

With winter just around the corner, it’s time to refresh our workboxes with a seasonal touch. So this month, we’ve invited three designers to create a simple needlecase made from aida band. The theme