Stitch upcycle

■ Background fabric – Moda Chambray linen in grey – 2yds ■ Blue stripe ticking fabric (borders A and B and binding) – 1yd ■ Beige/blue print for borders D and E – 2¼yds ■ Light mixed prints – Nine (9)

Broderie Perse has a long history and is seen in quilts and bed covers dating back to the 1700s. The literal translation means ‘Persian embroidery’ and, while historic examples are often seen embellis

Designed by: Susan Bates Max. stitch count: 42 high x 42 wide Max. design size: 12x12cm (4⅝x4⅝in) Stitch time: 6 hours (each) This design was stitched on 18 count Anne cloth, working each stitch over

We present to you the dress that you will want to wear everyday this summer – The Dillon Dress, designed by Christine Haynes, is a modern apron wrap dress that's absolutely perfect for layering over a

Grab hold of this pretty chevron-edge clutch purse

■ Crushed velvet: 50cm each in light pink, gold, light blue and medium blue, 1m in dark pink ■ Rotary cutter ■ Cutting mat ■ 45x45cm cushion pad ■ Polyester stuffing ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing k