Signs of spring

For those who enjoy decorating their home seasonally, this pretty in petals flower cushion will be the ideal sofa companion for the spring. The blooming irises are the focal point of the cushion, with

Flowers bursting into life in spring herald the dawning of our most hopeful and energising season. Colour returns to trees and life outdoors is full of positivity and joy. While we always pore over th

■ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Clematis (1390) Yarn B Lemon (1020) Yarn C Tea Green (2189) Yarn D Cornish Blue (1841) Yarn E Blue Sky (2186) Yarn F Grape (106

NOTES ■ Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. ■ Press seams open, unless otherwise instructed. ■ RST = right sides together. ■ WST = wrong sides together. ■ WOF = width of fabric. ■ Read th

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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