Every issue is packed with the very best cross stitch designs, expert advice and in depth technical features, as well as product news, reader letters and stories, competitions and giveaways.
Welcome
Meet our guests • Get to know this month’s reader panel, and look out for their favourite projects throughout the issue
Furry Tales • Collect a chart from the adorable Furry Tales® family, designed by Lucie Heaton
Your EXCLUSIVE gift! • Send a little hedgehug to someone special with this adorable Margaret Sherry card kit
My Smurfy Valentine • Follow your heart like this loved-up duo and share a meaningful stitch with your own special someone
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Your letters • We always love to see your stitches (and smiles!), so do send the team your photos, letters and tips today!
All of a chatter • Who wouldn’t want to join this trio for a good gossip with the most delectable tea and cakes?
Heartfelt hangings • Take your pick from six wholehearted phrases of hope, love and joy to gift far and wide
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Udderly adorable • Get your needle and thread moo-ving to create this gorgeous Highland cow work of art
Blackwork magic • MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL IN OUR SET OF BEAUTIFUL DESIGNS
Ask the experts • Our panel of professionals is here to help you with your cross stitch dilemmas – however large or small
Love in the British Isles • Your heart belongs at home in this modern map of Great Britain and Ireland – where will you place yours?
In the spotlight Jennifer Kimmitt • Sharing her work on social media led Jennifer to launch her own creative business
Stitch-A-Long • Join our stitchy-themed 12-month SAL designed by Durene Jones
Love is in the air • Enchant your loved one this Valentine’s Day with a wonderfully decorative greeting card
Side by side • Stitch a token to remind someone they’re always in your thoughts
Our Best Buys • All the hottest cross stitch must-haves for your shopping list, plus an exclusive offer to make your pennies go further…
Precious moments • Capture the highlights of a baby’s first year with these oh-so adorable milestone cards
Herald of spring • Celebrate this season’s special events by stitching monograms from our delicate snowdrop alphabet collection
Enter to win! • Each month we have four fab giveaways for readers with loads of lovely prizes
Next month in The World of Cross Stitching
How to… • Beginner? Follow Fiona’s guide to instant stitching success!
How to stitch • Tackle the basic stitches in our charts…
Back issues • Complete your collection with back issues of your favourite stitchy mag
Take a break!
Stockists • Buy your basic stitching stash and products we’ve featured
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