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■ Canvas sneakers ■ Yellow wool felt ■ Black and white stranded cotton ■ Scissors ■ Fabric glue ■ Chenille needle ■ Size 5 embroidery needle ■ Vanishing ink pen ■ Basic sewing kit ■ Download the templ

Step back in time and stitch a slice of nostalgia with this tinned treasure. Inspired by the charming packaging of vintage sardine tins, Durene’s quirky illustration will be a fun finish for a trend-c

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Despite their industrial beginnings, British canals have long been a symbol of slow living, adventure and heritage, and this design celebrates that spirit with a touch of whimsy and elegance. Whether

YOU WILL NEED ■ Small pieces of your main fabric ■ Fusible interfacing ■ Matching thread ■ Basic sewing kit NOTES ■ Stitch petals with 6mm seams. We suggest that you make photocopies of flower tissue

Have some embroidery fun with this easy project and create a gorgeous decoration for your home