This month’s do it

Introducing the design trends, new launches and covetable homeware buys that make our hearts skip a beat

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

This month, celebrate the change in season with countryside-inspired homeware designs, learn the art of still-life oil painting and decorate with classic stripes

YOU WILL NEED ■ Pattern cotton fabric: 60x40cm ■ Optional safety pin ■ Small piece of string or ribbon NOTES ■ Seam allowance is 1cm, unless otherwise stated. CUTTING OUT Step one From the main fabric

Prepare your living space for the entertaining-at-home season, adding luxurious fabrics and plenty of warm touches

CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS… WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW