Amp up the flower power

Create glowing pinpoints of light that bounce off your walls after dark with these elegant asymmetric lumières

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

Bulbs to plant now for a rip-roaring spring show

Here’s how to give your garden the best start for a vibrant spring display

Sue Bradley rustles up some enticing ways to enable you to enjoy, and benefit from, your garden over the months ahead

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