Celebrate your love of stitching with these delicate designs by Susan Bates 44 quick-and-easy motifs Susan Bates’ design inspiration Stitches for every skill level Helpful tips and advice Unique gift

This month, revamp your home with floral prints across wallpaper, soft furnishings and tableware, learn freehand machine embroidery and shop for the perfect indoor planter

BIRTHDAY TRAVELS Hello! I wanted to send in some of my recent creations! Two friends and I found we made great travel companions about 15 years ago, when we went on an adventure to Hawaii. So, when I

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