The World of Cross Stitching

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 some of our designers…

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! • Take a leaf out of our book and start stitching this beautiful spring blooms bookmark

Triple the love • Your favourite blue-nosed bear is back – and he has a very special gift for Valentine’s Day!

Your letters • We love to see what you’ve been stitching and hear your news, so send in your photos, letters and tips today!

Time for a cuppa • Show a pal how much they mean to you with this pretty celebration of friendship

Our Best Buys • All the hottest cross stitch must-haves for your shopping list, plus an exclusive offer to make your pennies go further…

Creature comforts • Bring this adorable little fox to life and create a stylish, showpiece cushion for your home

Pet of the month • We know you’re huge fans of pets, so have us design a cross stitch of a beloved animal!

Ask the experts • Our panel of professionals are here to help you with your cross stitch dilemmas – however large or small

In the spotlight

Wishes granted • Request a design and our resident design expert, Jenny, might just chart it for you…

Friendly advice • We asked our Facebook fans for their top tips on producing beautiful blackwork – here’s what they said…

TECHNIQUE FOCUS

QUICK Q&A

Design round-up • Find the perfect gift to stitch for a loved one this Valentine’s Day with our selection of kits & charts

Go down in history • Branch out in your stitching this month to make a family tree that’s inspired by precise and pretty papercutting

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Pick a pattern • BRIGHTEN UP YOUR HOME WITH THESE SWEET PASTEL DESIGNS

Out of this world! • Stitch a fun card for a special someone to let them know you love them to the moon and back

Online news • Explore a world of cross stitching without leaving the house – we’ve found the websites, communities and charts you’ll love!

Medieval magic • Create personalised cards and gifts with this beautiful medieval manuscript alphabet collection

We heart it • Fans of cute designs won’t be able to resist our charming panda with both flowers and balloons for you!

Here comes the bride • With its intricate details and opulent colours, this gorgeous portrait is definitely a project to challenge your skills

Out & About • Get involved in the stitching fun this month – we’ve rounded up the most exciting campaigns, clubs and events so that you can join in with them all!

METALLIC THREADS • Metallics add decorative sparkle to your projects, but can be tricky. Follow my tips to make your stitching shine, without the stress

Enter to win! • Each month we have four fab giveaways for readers with loads of prizes up for grabs

Breakfast brigade • Looking rather egg-cellent in their dashing uniforms, these soldiers are sure to make breakfast a real treat

Stockists • Buy your basic stitching stash and products we’ve featured

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Back issues • Complete your collection with back issues of your favourite stitchy mag

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