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Here’s my Stitcher’s toolbox from issue 414. My new sewing case is the 13th in my collection. I enjoy using a case matching with the period of the year or my work theme. I’m not really fond of pink an

As a lifelong lover of all things Beatrix Potter, her animal characters feature in some of my favourite pieces. The sampler was completed many years ago; I couldn’t resist it when I found the kit. The

STITCH COUNT 105 high x 84 wide DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 19x15cm (7½x6in) ILLUSTRATION CONVERTED BY Fiona Baker STITCHED BY Karen Purnell This design was stitched using DMC stranded c

With winter just around the corner, it’s time to refresh our workboxes with a seasonal touch. So this month, we’ve invited three designers to create a simple needlecase made from aida band. The theme

Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas with Tilda’s new 2025 collection of fabrics and buttons! Perfect for backing cushions, lining bags and purses or for creating Advent calendar backings or pockets