Simple greetings made to shine

Honour the iconic Christmas song with these festive folk art mini makes by Durene Jones 31 quick-and-easy motifs Durene Jones’ design inspiration Stitches for every skill level Helpful tips and advice

There’s not a better way to make your day than when the postman arrives and in your pile of letters you discover a hand-stitched card. While this time of year can be the busiest in terms of getting th

Note The Tree Topper is made up of five individual squares. These are knitted flat and then folded and seamed together to create an origami star shape. Cast on 28 sts using 4mm needles. Rows 1 to 56 K

Designed by: Cheryl McKinnon Stitch count: 74 high x 37 wide (each side) Design size: 14x7cm (5½x2¾in) Stitch time: 10 hours (each side) This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric. • DMC Sparkly

Cast on 26 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn E. Rows 1 to 4 Beg on a RS knit row work in st st.Break Yarn E and join Yarn D. Rows 5 to 8 Beg on a RS knit row work in st st.Break Yarn D and join Yarn B. R

YOU WILL NEED ■ Pattern cotton fabric: 60x40cm ■ Optional safety pin ■ Small piece of string or ribbon NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1cm, unless otherwise stated. CUTTING OUT Step one From the main fabric