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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

If the little ones in your life love to wear bright colours, then Sirdar’s ‘Little Scandi Pop’ pattern collection will put a smile on their faces! There are 10 comfortable garment and accessory projec

■ Pattern sheet x 1 (Tracing required) ■ Instruction sheet ■ Main fabric: Sizes 6-16: 2m x 145cm wide. Size 18-30: 3m x 145cm wide. ■ Ribbing fabric (optional): 20cm x 115cm wide (for neckband). ■ Bal

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

Don’t forget to send all your stitchy questions and design requests in to us! Email us at: theworldofxstitching@ourmedia.co.uk Send in queries via Facebook too: @The World of Cross Stitching Write to:

Mary Jane flats are the perfect springtime shoe. They’re comfortable and work with a variety of outfits. Try them with tapered trousers or cigarette-style jeans for an easy, everyday look. Add a white