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If you’re used to working with cross stitch kits, you’ll be familiar with the concept of having everything you need ready to start stitching straight away. But when you’re following a counted chart, l

TARTAN TREASURES Part of the company’s ‘Wild Scotland’ collection, Vivid Stash* has launched four new designs in their newly certified stash tartan, each one revering the symbols of Scotland. The rele

Bothy Threads’ Winter collection is packed with wonderful designs for stitchers of all skill levels. Those looking for seasonal landscape-inspired kits will love Light Up Your Life, based on original

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We love this new series of fun, colourful Party Animals designs by Michaela Learner. What’s more, they’re worked only using whole stitches and a little backstitch, making them the perfect ‘next step’