Stitch upcycle

Stitch this daisy cushion with a pretty appliqué design

The inspiration for this simply stunning pattern is straight out of a real garden. Following a visit to the Green & Gorgeous Flowers garden in Oxfordshire, we wanted to celebrate this beautiful place

Have you ever turned your cross stitch into a wearable badge or jewellery? If not, then now’s the chance. You’ll find buckets of inspiration for turning sweet motifs and bold lettering into statement

■ Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima (100% cotton, 100g/200m) Coral (3752) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 3.25mm (US D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.wool

MEASUREMENTS To fit sizes: 81/86 cm (32/34 ins), 91/ 97 (36/38), 101/109 (40/43), 116/122 (46/48). Actual size: 118 cm (46½ ins), 126 (49½), 134 (52¾), 138 (54¼). Length: 48 cm (19 ins), 50 (19¾), 51

You will need ■ Background fabric – 1¾yds ■ Fruit and vegetable fabrics* – a variety of colours and prints and sizes ■ Lining fabric – ⅔yd ■ Batting – 24in x 36in ■ Medium sew-in interfacing – ⅔yd ■ T