Cross Stitch Favourites - Issue 32 40 2023-02-01 41

NEW-SEASON IDEAS TO PUT THE ZING INTO YOUR SPRING STITCHING!
30 CARDS
& GIFTS
FOR WEDDINGS
16 EASTER
TREATS
FOR FAMILY
12 125
FAST
MOTHER’S & FUN
DAY CARDS FINISHES
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must-
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SPRING CHARTS
FOR YOU!
Quick & easy cards
& makes to celebrate
all the big occasions
Pretty
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PLUS THE BEST DESIGNERS, EXPERT TIPS & STEP-BY-STEPS

Welcome
2 Cross Stitch Favourites

15 Storage hoops
50 Botanical-themed gifts to
inspire your spring stitching
Welcome
Welcome to your spring issue of Cross Stitch
Favourites! It’s time to embrace longer, lighter
days and shake up your to-stitch list with fresh
designs to keep you inspired for the new season.
There’s so much to choose from this issue,
from the spring florals in welly boot planters
on the cover, to fun fast finishes such as spring gifts on a
botanical theme. There are plenty of motifs here to gift your
friends and loved ones, and lots of treats for you too! Indulge
in the Parisian-themed charts to add elegant touches of
glamour to your home and tame that stash with cute and
clever hoop storage ideas to hang in your craft corner.
Every year holds special events to stitch for and we have
all the big occasions covered, from Easter and Valentine’s to
Mother’s Day. There’s a collection of cards to celebrate new
beginnings too, to stitch for a new home, new baby, new job
and more. You’ll also find ideas for stationery, cards and gifts if
you have a wedding to stitch for this year.
Work from easy-to-follow symbol and colour charts and
use the tips and bright ideas to pep up your makes and
techniques. Here’s to lots of stitchy fun this spring!
Katriel Costello, editor
18 New beginnings cards 30 Greetings for mum 66 Patchwork cushion
Cross Stitch Favourites 3

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Find out what’s inside this bumper issue
50
of Cross Stitch Favourites, spring edition
Find the perfect project for every stitcher

Wellies & blooms 6 Wedding cards & gifts 23
Let your stitches flower in watering cans, Choose from 30 easy-to-stitch charts to wish
wellingtons and pots for a charming display newlyweds a happy day for their spring
to kickstart your new-season stitching wedding. Use classy and delicate pastels for
stationery, congratulations and more
Allotment ABC 11
Grow your own fruit and veg with an Cards for mum 30
alphabet of earthy greens and garden tools Pick out these pretty-in-pink cards for mum,
or your favourite friend or family member –
Storage hoops 15
they’re ideal for any occasion
Sort your craft stash in clever pocket hoops
that look so pretty they make stylish wall art Paris in springtime 35
Immerse yourself in the city of love with
New beginnings cards 18
these elegantly stylish French designs –
Make a fresh start with a bright and breezy
stitch as gifts or just for you!
35 card to celebrate a new job, home, baby…

Contents
MEET THE TEAM

Editor
Katriel Costello
Art editor Sue White
Senior technical editor
Fiona Baker
Charting assistant
Hannah Erskine
Cross stitch designers
46 11 Susan Bates, Emma Congdon, Maria

Diaz, Lucie Heaton, Durene Jones,
Diane Machin, Rhona Norrie, Heather
Nugent, Debra Page, Rebecca
Spencer, Lesley Teare, Carol Thornton
Project manager
Hannah Fletcher
Publishing director
Liz Taylor
Managing director Andy Marshall
Group advertisement manager
Laura Gibbs
Brand sales executive
Anna King
Head of direct marketing
Jacky Perales-Morris
Direct sales manager
Adam Spooner
Production director Sarah Powell
Production manager Emily Mounter
Junior production coordinator
Katie Hood
15 72 Ad designer Catherine Howlett

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The copyright on the charts in this
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to Our Media Ltd and are for readers’
personal use only. Please do not
share them online (even for free) or
copy them multiple times without
our permission. Where selling crafts
based on these charts is permitted
(usually only to raise funds for
charity), we’ll say so on the page.
www.gathered.how
Gathered is a lively, entertaining,
42 informative and packed with

stitching gossip, know-how and
tips to help make you a better
stitcher.
Valentine’s cards 42 Easter greetings 60

Take your romance to heady new heights Enjoy Easter sentiments packed with
with a little help from these sweet lovebirds chocolate eggs, chicks and flowers
Mother’s Day cards 46 Patchwork cushion 66
Say it with flowers – and stitching! – this Mix and match pretty little motifs in this Cross Stitch Favourites is published by:
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Impress your loved ones with a delightful set Celebrate spring with yellow posies are edited and designed to inform our readers, enhance their lives
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Hoppy Easter cards 56 Spring pots 78 We take great care to ensure all elements of Cross Stitch Favourites
are accurate. However, we accept no liability for any misprints or
Have an eggs-citing time when you share Stitch these vibrant designs to ensure spring mistakes that appear in this magazine.
these pun-filled cards and tags flowers bloom in your home all year round

Spring planters
Pretty
colours
for a new
Wellington season
shoots
Who says flowers grow in the ground?
Stitches bloom in watering cans, wellies
and pots for a charming display
Designed by Susan Bates
A
fter the bare earth of
winter, there’s joy in Shopping list
the sight of new bulbs
Fabric
bursting into life. Keep that
14-count white aida
anticipation in mind while you
measuring 37x45cm
work on this gorgeous design,
(14½x17¾in)
packed with vibrant blooms.
Spring will be here soon, so Threads
plant up pots, watering cans or Stranded cotton as listed
even your old wellies to give in the key
bulbs the space to launch into Needle
life in the next few months! Size 24 tapestry needle
Despite the detailed feel, Extras
Susan Bates hasn’t used any Frame of your choice with
fractional stitches. Instead she’s a minimum aperture of
built up depth with clever 22x30cm (8½x11¾in)
shading, capturing the areas
of light and shadow with
32 stranded cottons. When corresponding code. That way,
you’re working a project with you can relax into the stitch with
lots of colours, it’s helpful to no worries about mislabelled
organise your threads before skeins or rogue cottons. Just
you begin, cutting lengths of enjoy the sight of those
40cm and arranging them on a beautiful flowers blooming
punched card labelled with the beneath your needle instead.
“This was a treat as I love colourful flowers.

It was tricky to get a composition I liked,
but once I’d worked out the watering can
and wellies, the rest came together.”
Susan Bates, designer

Spring planters
Stitch Tip
The white half stitches
in the fence will add
texture, but you can
work just the backstitch
here for a faster
finish From bright daffodils to
delicate hyacinths, you’ll
find all your fave florals in
this bountiful design

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Spring planters
Spring planters key

Bright ideas Cross stitch in two strands
This design will set you up for a DMC Anchor Madeira
new season of stitching – it’s bright Z B5200 1 2401 white
and cheerful and the shading is j 01 397 1805 light grey
wonderful, especially the white k 03 399 1802 grey
wooden fence. Stitch it for your L 15 253 1409 pistachio
home and frame it in something F 333 119 903 purple
that picks out the green of the E 340 118 902 light purple
wellington boots – or a brighter hue T 350 11 213 red
to complement the florals, there are Q 602 57 702 pink
plenty of colours to choose from! X 604 55 614 light pink
{ 700 229 1302 dark green
9 702 226 1306 green
M 704 255 1308 light green
“I grow vegetables on my m 712 926 2101 cream
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Use a thread sorter v 738 367 2013 tan
to organise your me dreaming of planting out Y 742 303 114 tangerine
colours before you
start stitching
some spring bulbs too. b 818 23 502 baby pink
n 911 205 1214 mint green
I wonder if it’s too late to get p 913 204 1212 light mint green
some tulips in – though into l 977 1002 2302 ginger
i 3078 292 102 light yellow
the soil, not my wellies!” q 3340 329 301 peach
Sue White, senior art editor < 3607 87 708 plum
t 3609 85 710 light plum
6 3766 167 1109 peacock blue
f 3810 168 1108 turquoise
8 3811 1060 1101 light turquoise
c 3824 8 2605 light peach
H 3826 1048 2306 dark ginger
; 3855 311 2513 apricot
Half cross stitch in two strands
x B5200 1 2401 white
3 01 397 1805 light grey
Backstitch in one strand
––––– 310 403 2400 black
––––– 317 400 1714 dark grey
STITCH COUNT 108 high x 156 wide
DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave)
– 19.5x28cm (7¾x11¼in)
This design was stitched using DMC stranded cotton

Allotment ABC
Quick
& easy
making-
up idea
Even beginners can make

a personalised gift for keen
gardeners using just whole
stitch and backstitch
Sewing seeds
Full of earthy greens and gardening tools, this allotment alphabet
is fab for those who like to grow their own fruit and veg
Designed by Maria Diaz
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here’s some similarities not bring the two hobbies together in
Save time by threading between stitching and a fun allotment alphabet? With letters
several needles with gardening, from sowing stitched in four shades of green and
different colours seeds, tending to a patch (whether it motifs such as sunflowers, apples, a
before you begin – just
remember to label be earth or aida), and charting your robin and a rake, pick out the word
them progress through the seasons. So why you want to stitch and patch!

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Allotment ABC
Allotment ABC key

Cross stitch in two strands
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{ 367 217 1312 almond green
p 368 214 1310 lt almond green
U 606 334 209 orange
9 704 255 1308 green
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Allotment ABC
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How to make the allotment sign
1 Trim your finished stitching,

leaving a four-row border around
the edge. Take a pair of tweezers
smaller than the unfrayed area of
fabric – to the reverse using double-
sided sticky tape.
and carefully fray three squares all
the way around to leave a long
fringe, as shown. 3 Turn the stitched piece the right
side up, and position on the
wooden plaque using more double-
2 Turn the patch over and stick a

piece of white paper – slightly
sided tape. Press the stitching
securely in place to finish.

Storage hoops
Stylish hoop pockets are a

good way of storing all your
Spring bits and bobs as well as
clean and
brightening up your walls
store your
stash!
Pick a pocket
Pretty and practical, these gorgeous hanging storage hoops are
a great excuse to tidy up your stash – and to get stitching!
Designed by Diane Machin
Stitch Tip
M
ost stitchy accessories such voilà – a beautiful storage solution,
These little pockets are as threads and needles ready to decorate your wall! They’re
a fun way to use up are so small they often a really fun way to clean out your
any treasured fabric go astray, but we’ve got the perfect leftovers cupboard and spruce up
scraps and end pieces
of ribbon too! fix. Take one handy hoop, a pretty your craft corner with wall art. Make
stitched design, a scrap of fabric and them up using the guide on page 16.

Storage hoops
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New beginnings
A card
to stitch
for any
Happy occasion
new life!
Breathe fresh air into your stitching,
with these bright and breezy cards that
celebrate new beginnings
Designed by Lucie Heaton
A
fter the panic of festive
stitching, it’s nice to Shopping list
lighten up a bit and
Fabric
these little stitches are packed
14-count white aida
with fresh colours. They’re
measuring 15x15cm
designed to celebrate new
beginnings – so, whether you’re (6x6in) for each design
looking for a stitch to welcome Threads
a new arrival, boost a little one Stranded cotton as listed
on their first day at school, in the key
or settle a friend in their new Needle
abode, you’ll find just the card Size 24 tapestry needle
you need right here.
Extras
There are times when it’s
Aperture cards and acid-
doubly important to show a
free double-sided tape from
close friend or relative you are
local stores
thinking of them – after a break-
up or an illness, perhaps. Use
these uplifting sentiments and they contain just whole cross
bright cards to send positive stitch and backstitch, making
messages to those who really for an easy project to complete
need it, and celebrate those over two or three evenings or a
new beginnings in stitches. weekend. Just replace any tricky
Newcomers to stitching French knots with little seed
will enjoy these designs too as beads and you’re good to go.
“Every occasion is covered here in fresh,

timeless, modern cards for new starts –
so if there’s a new baby, new job or new
home to celebrate there’s a card here!”
Lucie Heaton, designer

New beginnings
Spring sentiments burst

out of Lucie’s fresh-as-
a-daisy designs
Stitch Tip
Don’t carry the dark
grey thread across
the back of the
fabric, as it will show
through at the front

New beginnings
Bright ideas
Sentiments like these deserve a
permanent place in the home,
so why not make your stitching
up into little gift items, instead
of cards? These designs are a
great size for coasters to uplift a
friend alongside their daily cuppa
or put them into little frames
to hang in pride of place where
they can be seen every day.

New beginnings
“As these designs are fractional-free,

you can use soluble canvas to stitch
them onto any fabric. Why not use
them to embellish accessories such
as purses and bags, or clothes like
babygros, t-shirts and jackets.”

New beginnings
New beginnings key

DMC Anchor Madeira
Z blanc 2 2402 white
J 209 98 803 lilac
j 210 108 802 light lilac
T 349 1098 212 red
e 351 10 214 light red
k 414 235 1714 grey
L 415 398 1802 light grey
H 436 1045 2011 tan
h 437 362 2012 light tan
t 603 57 701 pink
b 604 55 614 light pink
y 725 305 113 yellow
8 726 295 109 light yellow
Q 741 304 202 orange
i 742 303 114 light orange
G 799 145 910 blue
P 912 209 1213 green
p 954 203 1207 light green
W 3799 236 1713 dark grey
g 3840 130 907 light blue
{ 3845 1089 1102 dark turquoise
[ 3846 1090 1103 turquoise
––––– 3799 236 1713 dark grey
French knots in one strand
O 3799 236 1713 dark grey
MAXIMUM STITCH COUNT 41 high x 40 wide
– 7.5x7.5cm (3x2¾in)
These designs were stitched using DMC stranded cotton
Bright ideas
Lucie has used four
individual cross
stitches as sparkling
champagne bubbles
in the ‘new job’ card.
If you have any clear
or yellow seed beads
in your stash, why
not use these in
“Even if you don’t have a pressing place of the cross
stitches? Use a finer
occasion to stitch these cards for, needle than the one
they’ll make a really you use for thread
so as to fit it through
Stitch Tip pleasant stitch. Just pop the bead. The
Practise your French the finished stitching beads add texture
knots on a scrap and will catch the
piece of fabric first into a plastic sleeve
light nicely as the
– they’re easier than
you think
until it’s needed.” card stands on the
Hannah Erskine, charting assistant recipient’s mantelpiece.

Wedding cards & gifts
32 easy-
to-stitch
ideas for
weddings
Share the love with

these whimsical
designs – they’re a
definite ‘I do’!
It must be love
Classy and delicate pastel designs, perfect for spring and
to wish the newlyweds a happy day
Designed by Rebecca Spencer
Stitch Tip
T
he only thing we love better the happy couple in your thoughts
If you want your work than a good wedding is… as you choose a card or gift to stitch
professionally framed stitching for that wedding! for them. Or perhaps use this library
for a special occasion, Looking forward to the big day with of ideas to create a set of wedding
such as a wedding,
remember that this a card or gift to stitch is a wonderful stationery – you’re sure to find colours
can take up to two way to enjoy the anticipation. Keep and motifs to fit the theme.
weeks

Bright ideas
If you want to match
a particular colour
scheme, then you can
swap out shades. Find
the thread shades
closest to the colour
scheme and sort them
into groups of light,
medium and dark.
Swap each thread
colour, matching like
for like. Hold the new
threads in good light
to see how they look.

Wedding cards & gifts key

DMC Anchor Madeira
u 17 295 109 yellow
i 18 297 113 dark yellow
3 168 1096 1708 ash grey
V 353 6 2313 coral
L 368 214 1310 dark green
[ 369 1043 1309 green
4 414 235 1714 grey
f 517 162 1107 dark blue
; 712 926 2101 cream
h 739 366 2014 dark cream
t 819 271 501 baby pink
9 834 874 2510 olive green
G 840 1084 1912 brown
l 841 1082 1911 light brown
C 958 187 1114 dark emerald
M 959 186 1113 emerald
q 962 75 609 dark pink
b 963 73 502 pink
p 964 185 1112 light emerald
c 3716 25 503 light pink
T 3731 76 506 rose pink
8 3760 161 1106 blue
k 3799 236 1713 dark grey
Z 3865 2 2403 natural white
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––––– 414 235 1714 grey
––––– 964 185 1112 light emerald
––––– 3731 76 506 rose pink
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O 3731 76 506 rose pink

Bright ideas
There are heaps of different
motifs here that will suit
almost every member of
the bridal party, so you can
custom-make gifts for all of
them. From bridesmaids,
flower girls, as well as the
happy couple, and the
wedding favours,
decide on the
motifs you
want and get
stitching!
Stitch Tip
Read the key carefully to
get the strand amounts
correct for different types
of stitches – cross stitch
is done in two strands,
backstitch just one

“Weddings are such a happy

occasion to stitch for and
this collection is modern,
fresh and will be truly lovely
to stitch and gift!”
Sue White, senior art editor

Stitch Tip
To keep white areas clean
and bright, make sure
you wash your finished
work in clean warm
water when complete
“These elegant and fancy designs are

just the thing for a spring wedding…
or just spring in general! I wanted
pretty and classic motifs that could be
used for any occasion, although some
of these would be great for wedding
favours or invitations!”
Rebecca Spencer, designer

Shopping list
Fabric
14-count white aida
measuring a maximum of
15x15cm (6x6in) for most
designs and 2in wide white
aida band cut to desired
length
Threads
Stranded cotton as listed
in the key
Needle
Size 24 tapestry needle
Extras
All items of choice handmade
or from local stores

Cards for mum
Say something special to a

great friend or send happy
Mother’s Day wishes with
these cute stitched cards
Stitch Tip
Mount and frame a
motif like ‘You’re so
sweet’ to make a pretty
present your recipient
can hang on the wall

Cards for mum
Great
cards
for new
stitchers
Say it with
stitches
Pick out these pretty-in-pink cards for
your favourite friend or family member
– they’re ideal for any occasion!
By Rhona Norrie
T
here’s no better way to
send a special greeting Shopping list
than with a stitched
Fabric
card, and we just love the girly
14-count white aida
feel of Rhona Norrie’s gorgeous
measuring 15x15cm
sentiments. These motifs are
brilliant for birthdays, and are (6x6in) for each design
also perfect with Mother’s Threads
Day just around the corner. Stranded cotton as listed
Sometimes, though, you just in the key
want to tell a loyal friend how Needle
much you care, and fun phrases Size 24 tapestry needle
like ‘You’re beary special’ are
Extras
sure to brighten up their day!
Aperture cards and acid-
Created in cross stitch and
free double-sided tape from
backstitch, with a few French
local stores
knots, these cards are quick and
easy to stitch. Each individual
chart should take only a few long after the flowers fade away.
sessions to come together, The pink card apertures make
meaning they’re a great set pretty ways to present these
to keep on standby for last- sweet designs, but they’ll look
minute gifts. Simply team with just as gorgeous if you feel like
a beautiful bunch of blooms for opting for a pastel blue or a
a thoughtful treat that will last sunshine yellow colour instead.
“I’m always sending cards to friends and

family, whether it’s for a birthday, or a
thank you, or just for being there. So
I loved coming up with this sweet set!”
Rhona Norrie, designer

Cards for mum
“What mum doesn’t love being spoiled

on Mother’s Day? Pick the card you
think she’ll love and she’s sure to feel
appreciated and loved!”

Cards for mum
Cards for mum key

DMC Anchor Madeira
Z B5200 1 2401 white
5 168 1096 1708 light grey
J 169 1040 1707 grey
q 309 42 508 dark pink
E 312 979 1005 dark blue
f 322 131 1004 blue
g 437 362 2012 tan
p 703 238 1307 green
X 738 367 2013 light tan
t 760 1022 405 pink
b 819 271 501 baby pink
6 3325 129 907 light blue
y 3823 386 2512 yellow
H 3862 374 1913 brown
7 3864 376 1910 light brown
––––– 413 236 1713 dark grey
––––– 703 238 1307 green
O 413 236 1713 dark grey
– 8.5x7.5cm (3½x3in)
How to make an aperture card
1 If you have a piece of plain card

and want to cut an aperture
into it, you will need a craft knife or
scalpel. First cut your chosen piece
of stiff card to size, score a line
neatly down the middle and fold
in half to make your base card.
2 Measure and mark a little way

down from the top of the
front of the card and up from
the bottom, then also in a little
way from both sides. Lightly
draw a pencil square to join up
the marks. Carefully cut out the Stitching close-up
square using a craft knife and ruler. The backstitch detail, the way the
3 Attach small strips of double-sided

tape around the inside edge of
4 Stick a piece
of white
card over Stitch Tip
perfume and lotions bottles are
arranged and the shading on each
the aperture, then stick the stitched the reverse rounded shape all give this design
To protect surfaces
piece in place, positioning the fabric side of the from scalpel marks, stitch-appeal. To add to the fun, the
correctly to make sure the design is stitching for use a craft cutting tassel on the perfume spray hangs
central to the aperture. a neat finish. mat when creating down over the red border, taking the
your card eye to the words, ‘pamper yourself’.

Cards for mum
“Be it a close chum, a super sister, or a

magnificent mum who’s always there,
put a smile on that someone’s face
with one of these sweet cards.”
Hannah Erskine, charting assistant
Stitch Tip
To speed up your
stitching, work a
row of half stitches
and finish them off
on your way back

Paris in springtime
40 stylish
ideas for
spring
stitching
Stitch these fashionable French

designs and add a touch of extra-
special glamour to your life
C’est très chic!

Immerse yourself in the city of love with these elegantly stylish
French designs – stitch as gifts or just for you!
Designed by Durene Jones
Stitch Tip
S
tylish, elegant, romantic, the famous Parisian style in fashion,
Prior to stitching, sort these are the things Paris has coiffured poodles and patisseries!
your threads on a become so well-known for, Make oh-so-feminine gifts and
shade card – that way as well as a certain tower, of course! greetings cards to give to your bestie,
you’ll be less likely
to get similar colours Take a trip in cross stitch to the add style to a make-up bag or the
mixed up French capital, and enjoy sightseeing Eiffel tower to a bookmark!

Paris in springtime
Bright ideas
There is a fun selection
of designs here that can
be used in a multitude of
ways! For your wheels-mad
niece or nephew, stitch a
VW Beetle or a cool Vespa;
for foodie family and
friends, feast on French
bread, red wine and good
coffee. The fleur de lys will
make a stunning gift tag
while the French poodle
and perfume bottle make
really pretty stitches!

Paris in springtime
Stitch Tip
Even if you don’t yet
have a person in mind for
these charts, stitch a few
up and make them into
cards, ready to give as
last-minute greetings
Paris in springtime key

DMC Anchor Madeira
Z B5200 1 2401 white
s 209 98 803 dark lilac
` 210 108 802 lilac
2 211 342 801 light lilac
J 413 236 1713 dark grey
4 415 398 1802 grey
H 420 374 2104 dark tan
l 422 943 2102 tan
T 601 63 703 dark pink
q 603 55 505 pink
X 605 1094 613 light pink
u 677 886 2207 sand
z 746 275 2511 cream
e 747 158 1104 light blue
9 911 205 1214 dark green
p 913 204 1212 green
M 955 206 1210 light green
b 963 73 502 rose pink
6 3766 167 1109 blue
––––– 310 403 2400 black

Paris in springtime
Bright ideas
The pastel thread colours
used in these designs are
just right for the theme, and
they are lovely colours to
stitch with. Match your motif
to pastel-coloured cards and
gift tags too, solid blocks of
ice-cream colours look so
tasty together! Stitching on
colour aida would work well
too, especially pale blue.
“If you can’t take a trip to Paris,

then enjoy the city of love through
Durene’s wonderful collection of
romantic motifs –they’re fun to
stitch and to give!”

Paris in springtime
Shopping list
Fabric
14-count white aida and
14-count clear plastic canvas
designs
Threads
Stranded cotton as listed
in the key
Needle
Extras
All items of choice handmade
or from local stores

Paris in springtime
“Paris is my all-time favourite place to visit.

There’s just something in the air that I find
so intoxicating... though that might be the
smell of croissants! I wanted to recreate
and share that magical feeling through a
set of stylish Parisian-themed motifs.”
Durene Jones, designer

Paris in springtime
Stitch Tip
Use the alphabet letters
to create your own
sentiment – simply plot
out the letters in pencil
on a piece of graph
paper first

Valentine’s cards
Sweet
sentiment
to stitch s
Sweet with love
tweets
Take your romance to heady new
heights with a little help from these
sweet lovebirds!
By Durene Jones
A
re you and your
other half a couple Shopping list
of lovebirds who do
Fabric
everything together? Is every
14-count white aida
wingbeat done as a duo? If so,
measuring 15x15cm (6x6in)
then these heartfelt designs
for each design
from Durene are sure to appeal
– featuring cute birdies paired Threads
with romantic greetings, each Stranded cotton as listed
card makes for a truly special in the key
way to show that you care. Needle
They’re simple to stitch and Size 24 tapestry needle
don’t contain any fractionals or Extras
French knots, meaning that you Square aperture cards and
can concentrate on making your acid-free double-sided tape
cross stitches really neat and of your choice
precise – and filled with love.
Work the backstitch
sentiments in dark pink and finished stitching to pink and
bring the scenes to life with blue single-fold aperture cards,
delicate grey backstitch worked to complement the colours in
in one strand. In just a couple the designs. Or switch up the
of evenings you’ll be ready shades you may have left over
to wow your Valentine with and choose a different coloured
your stitching skills. Add your card to make a perfect pairing!
“I deliberately made these cards suitable

for any occasion, not just Valentine’s, so
you can send a card just to say, ‘with love’,
to your dear ones – on any day!”
Durene Jones, designer

Valentine’s cards
Let your love sing out

as you stitch these
beautiful birds
Stitch Tip
These designs would
also work as cards for
anniversaries, birthdays
and moving house, all
you need to do is change
the wording

Valentine’s cards
Stitch Tip
Bright ideas Work rows of half
If you want to stitch a mini card or a gift tag, there are stitches first, then go
plenty of motifs you can restitch – any of the backstitch back the other way to
sentiments in red thread will look strong as a gift tag. complete the top arms
Restitch a single flower or the coral bird from the ‘to my so they all lie in the
same direction
tweetheart’ design, or the single heart shape from the
‘with love’ card. As Durene said, they can be stitched for
any occasion, and the ‘for you’ design with the birds and
the birdhouse would make the perfect card to send to a
couple who have just moved into their new home.

Valentine’s cards
Valentine’s cards key

DMC Anchor Madeira
S 166 280 1611 dark green
b 352 9 303 coral
m 353 6 2313 light coral
P 436 1045 2011 tan
H 437 362 2012 light tan
h 739 366 2014 very light tan
2 775 1031 1001 light blue
U 899 41 506 pink
u 3326 36 606 light pink
z 3756 1037 2504 very light blue
g 3761 928 1013 blue
E 3766 167 1109 turquoise
9 3819 279 1610 lime green
––––– 317 400 1714 grey
––––– 3766 167 1109 turquoise
––––– 3819 279 1610 lime green
––––– 3832 38 604 dark pink
– 6x6cm (2½x2¼in)
Stitching close-up
Durene has added a subtle border of running
stitch in turquoise around each design to give
each card a folksy, homespun look. You could
work this in backstitch for a more solid look if
you prefer or leave it off completely if you need
to finish your Valentine’s card in a hurry.
“Durene’s lovebirds designs make super-sweet cards to

Stitch Tip
give to loved ones. They’d be perfect as small gifts too, If you have to go
back and unpick any
stitch up as coasters and keyrings, or pick out some of stitches, remove any
the floral motifs to make up as matching gift tags.” remaining fluff with
a soft toothbrush

Mother’s Day cards
Thanks, Stitch a
card for
mum! Mother’s
Day
This Mother’s Day, say it with flowers –

and stitching! – when you delight your
mum with floral cards and tags
By Susan Bates
S
how your mother how
much you appreciate Shopping list
all she does with one of
Fabric
these floral fancies, stitched just
14-count white aida
for her. With their pretty florals
measuring 15x15cm
and backstitched sentiments,
she’ll love a homemade card (6x6in) for each card and
like these. For each chart, you’ll 10x10cm (4x4in) for each
work your way through whole tag
stitches, backstitch and French Threads
knots, all in a vibrant palette Stranded cotton as listed
of floral shades. Just mount in the key
in an aperture in a colour that Needle
complements the main design. Size 24 tapestry needle
Once you’ve stitched your
chosen card and tag, keep these Extras
charts on hand for weddings, Aperture cards, tags, ribbon
birthdays and more – it’s so and acid-free double-sided
easy to switch up the messages tape from local stores
in these designs! Simply plot
out the letters in pencil on a fits before you commit thread
piece of graph paper, leaving a to fabric. Choose words to
square (or one square of fabric) transform these cards and
in between each one. This way, make them fit any occasion, for
you’ll find out if your sentiment birthdays or just to say hello.
“Which mother doesn’t love to receive

flowers on her special day? So, pick your
favourite chart and stitch a floral-themed
card to go with your real-life bouquet.”
Susan Bates, designer

Choose a
backstitched
sentiment your
mum will love
Stitch Tip
Cut out two tags
from different colour
card, one slightly
larger, and layer
them for a pretty
effect

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Spring gifts
35 pretty
ideas
and easy
makes
Love
grows!
Packed with botanical charm, this
delightful set of motifs is a seriously cool
way to impress your loved ones
By Emma Congdon
S
pread a little happiness
with a handmade gift Shopping list
– it’s the best way to
Fabric
show how much you care! The
14-count white aida
rustic trend is going strong
and lends itself beautifully to
Emma’s motifs. They’re perfect
designs
for turning into fun cards and
presents for loved ones. With Threads
humorous sentiments, stitched Stranded cotton as listed
in delightful shades, we think in the key
you’ll find plenty of excuses to Needle
stitch these heartfelt charts. Size 24 tapestry needle
We’ve got nine great ideas to Extras
get you started, from pompom All items of choice
lined wall hangings and super- handmade or from local
sweet decorative bands for stores
plant pots there is plenty to get
you inspired on these pages.
Add leafy backing papers and quick frame gift with a wooden
the design of your choice to a hoop. Whether hand-stitched or
notebook for nature-inspired using a sewing machine, these
vibes, fray a watering can patch mini makes are super-simple to
to make a gift tag or pick your put together and will use up
favourite motif and make a those scraps you’ve been saving!
“These sweet little designs are just the

thing for spring. They’re in a palette of
zingy new-season shades, and finished in
an array of exciting making-up ideas!”
Emma Congdon, designer

Spring gifts
Pick your favourite

motif and style of
presentation and you’ll
soon have a fab gift
ready to give
Stitch Tip
Cover the edges
of your fabric with
masking tape, or trim
them with pinking
shears, to stop it from
fraying as you work

Spring gifts

Spring gifts
Spring gifts key

DMC Anchor Madeira
M 16 254 1414 pistachio green
j 168 1096 1708 light grey
J 169 1040 1707 grey
l 434 310 2009 dark tan
7 436 1045 2011 tan
h 437 362 2012 light tan
S 552 99 713 mauve
8 598 1062 1111 blue
t 603 55 505 pink
U 606 334 209 orange
1 721 324 308 copper
i 742 303 114 tangerine
; 822 390 1908 pearl
H 869 375 2105 hazelnut brown
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P 904 258 1413 very dark green
p 906 256 1410 green
[ 907 255 1308 light green
n 958 187 1114 emerald
k 3799 236 1713 charcoal grey
F 3808 1068 2507 dark turquoise
E 3809 1066 2506 turquoise
{ 3848 1074 1108 teal
9 3849 1070 1109 light teal
Stitch Tip ––––– 598 1062 1111 blue
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Find the centre of your
fabric by folding it ––––– 898 360 2006 brown
in half and then half ––––– 905 257 1412 dark green
again – start stitching ––––– 958 187 1114 emerald
at the point where the ––––– 3345 268 1406 forest green
two creases overlap ––––– 3799 236 1713 charcoal grey
––––– 3808 1068 2507 dark turquoise
O 898 360 2006 brown
O 3808 1068 2507 dark turquoise
– 7.5x11.5cm (3x4½in)

Spring gifts
Bright ideas
As well as gifts for loved
ones, these nature-themed
motifs will make thoughtful
presents for keen gardeners.
From butterfly plaques for
the garden shed to elegant
floral and leaf borders to
decorate garden gloves and
aprons, pick your favourite
motifs and repeat stitch on
an aida band or patch.

Spring gifts
Stitch Tip
Use the alphabet
chart on these
pages to create a
personal message
on your card
or gift

Easter cards
Send
funny
Easter
Hoppy cards
Easter!
Have an eggs-citing time this spring
when you share these pun-filled cards
and tags with your family and friends
By Emma Congdon
L
iven up your Easter
celebrations when you Shopping list
stitch and send these
Fabric
hilarious cards! They’re sure to
14-count white aida
put a hop in somebody’s step
and a smile on their face with
for each design
fun, bright colours and cracking
puns. With jokes this good it’s Threads
tricky to pick a favourite – ‘you Stranded cotton as listed
crack me up’, ‘there’s no bunny in the key
like you’, ‘hoppy Easter’ and Needle
‘have an egg-cellent day’ are Size 24 tapestry needle
sure to make family and friends Extras
chuckle as they tuck into their Square single-fold cards,
chocolate eggs on Sunday. tags, ribbon, patterned
Talking of chocolate, the backing papers and acid-
mini matching tags are just the free double-sided tape of
thing to tie around choccie eggs your choice
as tasty treats for the kids! These
bold designs are surprisingly
easy to stitch, as they’re worked stitcher will appreciate an easy
in whole stitches and backstitch project that's quick to stitch
only. Someone who has recently and finish in time for the Easter
started stitching might like to weekend. So go on, share a
give these a go, and all levels of good yolk with your loved ones!
“Easter is the perfect time for puns and

they look great with my typography
designs. So if you want to crack a joke this
Easter, stitch and send one of these cards!”
Emma Congdon, designer

Easter cards
Add a decorative
layer to plain cards
with pretty pastel-
patterned papers
Stitch Tip
Help your
embroidery scissors
to stay sharp by only
using them to cut
threads

Easter cards
In the detail
Emma brilliantly designed typography using
clever shading to bring extra dimension to the
cross stitched words. For example, in the word
‘Easter’ she’s used two shades of green, putting
the darker shade at the bottom and moving
upwards so that each letter gets lighter.
Stitch Tip
Swap out thread
shades for any leftover
stranded cotton you
have in your stash
– the brighter the
better!

Easter cards
Easter cards key

DMC Anchor Madeira
L 166 280 1611 green
s 208 99 804 dark lilac
` 209 98 803 lilac
c 603 57 505 pink
l 640 393 1905 grey
U 740 316 204 orange
i 742 303 114 tangerine
y 743 302 113 yellow
g 822 390 1908 pearl
T 946 332 207 dark orange
p 959 186 1114 emerald
[ 964 185 1112 light emerald
q 3607 87 708 plum
9 3812 188 2706 dark emerald
C 3819 279 1610 light green
M 3845 1089 1102 blue
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typography in Emma’s cards are sure to
DESIGN AREA 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) brighten someone’s Easter weekend. What a
– 7.5x7.5cm (2¾x2¾in)
These designs were stitched using DMC stranded cotton treat of a stitch, whether you’re new to cross
stitch or have been stitching for a while.”

Easter greetings
Add to
spring
yellow
apertures
Holiday
treats
Stitch Easter sentiments packed with
chocolate eggs, chicks and flowers, all
worked in pretty spring pastels
By Debra Page
T
here’s no denying
that Easter is a special Shopping list
time – the long
Fabric
weekend is perfect for catching
14-count light blue aida
up with family and friends,
and remembering all the
for each design
good things in life as spring
arrives, along with the yellow Threads
trumpeting daffodils and the Stranded cotton as listed
warmer spring weather, of in the key
course. Even if you can’t be with Needle
them, show your nearest and Size 24 tapestry needle
dearest that you’re thinking of Extras
them at this special time of year, Various aperture cards and
with one of these bright cards. acid-free double-sided tape
Stitched on blue aida, the of your choice
designs really zing out of the
apertures of these sunny yellow
cards. Whether you choose can’t be with family in person
to send a traditional cross this year to compete at the egg
decorated with spring flowers, hunt, or to share a chocolate
or opt instead for some fluffy egg or a hot cross bun, one
chicks or a cheerful bunny, the of these sweet Easter cards
pretty pastel shades are sure to with a loving message inside is
put a smile on their faces! If you definitely the next best thing!
“There’s a card here for kids, friends and all

the family, plus there’s religious greetings,
and designs that are more about
chocolate! I hope you enjoy the set.”
Debra Page, designer

Easter greetings
Reflect the daffodil

abundance of Easter with
a bright yellow card
Stitch Tip
The Easter egg
motifs are great for
using up any thread
oddments you have
in your stash

Easter greetings
In the detail
Debra’s motifs are outlined in one
strand of grey thread, to complement
the soft colours used elsewhere in the
design. If you prefer a stronger outline
to your cards, you could use a dark
grey thread instead, but steer away
from the more bold black.
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s 340 118 902 purple
J 413 236 1713 dark grey
c 604 55 614 pink
t 666 46 210 red
7 680 901 2210 dark straw
Y 721 324 308 orange
u 722 323 307 light orange
y 727 293 112 yellow
l 729 890 2209 straw
x 746 275 2511 cream
5 762 234 1804 light grey
6 809 130 909 light blue
z 3078 292 102 light yellow
9 3819 279 1610 green
f 3839 175 905 blue
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––––– 333 119 903 dark purple
––––– 413 236 1713 dark grey
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– 7.5x7.5cm (2¾x2¾in)
Bright ideas
You can work these Easter designs on white fabric
if you’re not a fan of a colour background. However,
we’d recommend avoiding the rabbit design on
white, as his fur would blend in and get lost!
“These cards look a lot of fun

Stitch Tip to stitch, the thread colours are
If you’re stitching with
a different thread
great and the blue aida fabric
brand to us, be aware and daffodil-yellow card work
there may be slight
differences in colour so well together. The only tricky
and finish
bit is deciding which to stitch!”
Hannah Erskine, charting assistant

Easter greetings
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thread, for the word ‘greetings’, for work all the cross
example. The definition is really stitches before
effective, just make sure you don’t adding backstitch
on top
pull these stitches too tightly as
you are working them, or you could
ending up distorting the aida fabric
and spoiling the overall look.

Easter greetings
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Patchwork cushion
Pick your favourites from

our selection of 21 motifs
to create a personal
project you’ll love
Stitch Tip
Try patching your
favourite motifs onto
clothes and bags, too.
Who needs to buy
embroidered patches
when you can stitch
your own!

Patchwork cushion
Design
your own
cushion
cover
Pretty
patches
Mix and match motifs in this shabby
chic cushion that’s the first step towards
creating your own designs
By Heather Nugent
H
ave you dreamt of
designing your own Shopping list
stitching projects?
Fabric
Perhaps you’re adapting charts
Zweigart 14-count beige
already, extracting motifs to
(3130), light cream (264)
use on their own and changing
colours around. With this pretty and rustico oatmeal
patchwork project you can go (5450) aida measuring a
one step further. This clever maximum of 15x15cm
cushion is designed to work in (6x6in) for each design
the way you want it to. Stitch Threads
motifs separately and patch Stranded cotton as listed
them onto your fabric – this in the key
gives maximum flexibility to
Needle
rearrange the motifs you’ve
chosen to stitch until they sit
together in a way you like. Extras
If you want to try your hand Medium-weight iron-on
at creating your own charts, interfacing, backing fabric
build up a grid and fill it in with and cushion pad to fit of
the motifs you want, then stitch your choice
the design you made as you
would any other cross stitch or if you want to make your
pattern. Simply hand-stitch the own, we show you how on page
motifs onto an existing cushion 70. Get creative and have fun!
“Not all cross stitchers have a sewing

machine, and this cushion can easily be
sewn by hand. This is an easy stitch, with
no fractional stitches or French knots.”
Heather Nugent, designer

Patchwork cushion

Patchwork cushion
Patchwork cushion key

DMC Anchor Madeira
S 30 109 902 purple plum
` 341 117 901 purple
{ 470 267 1502 dark moss green
n 471 266 1501 moss green
M 472 253 1414 lettuce green
P 502 877 1703 sage green
L 503 876 1702 light sage green
I 743 302 113 dark yellow
Y 744 301 112 yellow
q 760 1022 405 dk salmon pink
t 761 1021 404 salmon pink
E 932 1033 1710 dark delft blue
9 989 241 1401 forest blue
C 3348 264 1409 grass green
b 3713 1020 502 lt salmon pink
6 3752 1032 1708 delft blue
8 3753 128 909 light delft blue
k 3799 236 1713 grey
f 3813 1042 1701 mint green
T 3831 1006 507 dark pink
< 3832 38 604 pink
c 3833 1023 609 light pink
; 3866 926 2101 pearl
––––– 505 210 1312 pine green
––––– 777 43 509 fuchsia
––––– 782 308 2212 tan
––––– 3799 236 1713 grey
– 8.5x10.5cm (3¼x4in)
“This makes a great collection of

charts to store away and keep hold of
because there are so many
ways you can use these
Stitch Tip mini motifs – from
When combining
several designs, try cards and gifts to tags
using graph paper and borders!”
to plan out the
placement first Katriel Costello, editor
Patchwork cushion
How to make a patchwork cushion
1 Back your stitching with a piece of

medium-weight iron-on interfacing
and cut out. We also made some
2 Cut out a panel of fabric for the front
of the cushion cover measuring
35x35cm (13¾x13¾in). Lay out stitched
patches with frayed edges – for these pieces onto the fabric and position, then
you will need to apply the interfacing take a photo or draw out on paper so
after cutting out and fraying. you can remember where they go.
3 Pin each piece in place and sew

around the edges, either by hand or
using a sewing machine, one by one.
4 Cut two pieces of backing fabric
measuring 35x22cm (13¾x8¾in)
for the envelope-opening back panel.
Layer them onto the front of the fabric Neatly sew a 2cm (¾in) double hem
until they are all fixed in place. along one long edge of each piece.
5 With right sides facing, place these

panels over the front, so the raw
edges match and the hemmed edges
6 Pin and sew all the way around the
edge of the cushion cover, using
a 1cm (½in) seam allowance. Trim the
of the panels overlap in the middle to corners, and then turn through to the
create an envelope opening. right side and press to finish.

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Stitch Tip
Take your time on
the backstitch to
create the perfect
outline on top of the
cross stitches

Daffodil cards
Stitch
and send
for any
Easter occasion
posy
Celebrate spring with these pretty
daffodil posies, presented in blue and
white porcelain vases
By Lesley Teare
T
here’s nothing quite like
the first daffodils of the Shopping list
year to make you feel
Fabric
like winter is finally over, their
14-count white aida
sunny yellow heads swaying in
a gentle breeze mean spring
for each design
is on its way. So why not bring
a little country cottage charm Threads
to a spring birthday card with Stranded cotton as listed
Lesley Teare’s pretty daffodil in the key
posies. Of course, daffodils are Needle
also associated with Easter, Size 24 tapestry needle
so Lesley’s cards would make Extras
brilliant holiday greetings too, as Circle aperture cards and
well as Mother’s Day cards, and acid-free double-sided tape
to send best wishes for a spring of your choice
birthday in March or April.
Subtle backstitch in
complementary shades adds to match the darkest colour on
soft outlines to these flowers, the blue and white china vase,
with dark sand highlighting and use circular apertures to
the petals, dark orange at the frame each design. With their
flower centre and dark greens pretty blue and white pots,
to outline the daisies and stem. they’re the perfect design to
Mount them in dark blue cards, stitch and celebrate the season.
“Daffodils herald the spring and they’re

in full bloom here, with a sprinkling
of daisies. Blue and white china pots
complement the yellow thread colours.”
Lesley Teare, designer

Daffodil cards
Stitch Tip
Wash your finished
work in warm water with
a little mild detergent,
then leave to dry flat
naturally and iron
while damp

Daffodil cards
How to mount an aperture card
1 Measure the card

aperture and then
cut out your stitching
so it’s slightly larger
than the aperture,
with a minimum 1cm
(½in) border.
2 Stick strips of
double-sided
tape around the
aperture on the
reverse side of the
card, as close to the
edges as possible.
3 Lay your
stitching face-
up and position the card above, with the aperture
framing the design. Move the card around a little until
“If you want to switch up you’re happy with the way it frames the design and
then stick securely into position.
the colour of the card
Stitc h Ti p
Use the loop
method of starting
apertures then go more
vivid with tangerine
4 Stick more small strips of double-sided tape to
the left-hand flap of the card, and insert a piece of
white paper behind the aida (if using a coloured card),
off your stitching,
the white paper will stop the colour of the card from
if using an even orange, or opt for a showing through the stitching. Lastly, fold over the
number of strands
soothing green.” flap to conceal the back of the stitching.

Daffodil cards
Daffodil cards key

DMC Anchor Madeira
Z B5200 1 2401 white
E 312 979 1005 blue
p 703 238 1307 leaf green
Q 741 304 202 orange
e 799 145 910 delft blue
q 972 298 107 tangerine
y 973 290 105 yellow
3 3756 1037 2504 baby blue
; 3840 130 907 cornﬂower blue
––––– 420 374 2104 tan
––––– 741 304 202 orange
––––– 803 148 1006 dark blue
––––– 905 257 1412 green
– 7x7cm (2¾x2¾in)
In the detail
Create individual patterns for each of
these pots using just a few different
thread colours – baby blue, delft
blue and cornflower blue are some
of the shades used. Pre-thread a few
needles so you don’t mix them up.

Daffodil cards
In the detail
Lesley has backed each spray of daffodils
with foliage worked in cross stitch, using two
strands of green thread. This really brings out
the golden yellow of the daffodils
Stitch Tip
Don’t over handle or
fold your chart; cut
out the pages and
store them in plastic
folders
“Lesley’s designed a classic collection of

cards that have a timeless feel to them. Who
wouldn’t want to receive a lovingly hand-
stitched card at springtime?”

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Spring pots
Stitch
a set of
spring
Flower blooms
show
Stitch these vibrant designs to ensure
beautiful spring flowers bloom in a loved
one’s home all year long
By Carol Thornton
T
reat someone special
to a greeting that’s as Shopping list
fresh as the first day of
Fabric
spring with Carol Thornton’s
14-count white aida
glorious floral pots. You’ll almost
be able to smell the sweet scent
for each design
of the new season and feel
temperatures rise as you bring Threads
these beautiful blooms to life Stranded cotton as listed
with needle and thread. And in the key
because there are six different Needle
varieties to choose from – pretty Size 24 tapestry needle
pansies, purple primulas, deep Extras
red tulips, vibrant anemones, Square aperture cards and
sunny daffodils and vivid acid-free double-sided tape
crocuses – flower lovers of all of your choice
tastes are sure to be impressed.
Each pot of flowers has its
own decorative background ready-made apertures have a go
of polka dots, stripes and solid at making your own following
blocks of colour in bright the instructions on page 82.
threads. Mount in spring-like What better way to delight a
sunny yellow and petal purple loved one for Mother’s Day,
apertures to add a bold border Easter or a spring birthday than
in card. If you don’t have any with a homemade card?
“I adore the display of colour on show

every spring, and this set of cards is a
celebration of that. Each pot of flowers
has a colourful background to stitch too.”
Carol Thornton, designer

Spring pots
Send your love

this springtime
with a gorgeous
pot of flowers
Stitch Tip
To make these a
quick stitch, work on
coloured fabric and
leave the backgrounds
unstitched

Spring pots
Primula – left

Spring pots
In the detail
Carol has used four French knots to make up
the centres of each of her primulas. To work
a French knot, thread your needle with two
strands of orange cotton and bring your needle
up through the fabric. Twist the needle around
the thread twice, push the needle back through
the fabric and pull through the thread.
Primula – right
Stitch Tip
For speed, stitch a
row of half stitches
and finish them off
on your way back

Spring pots
How to make an aperture card

Bright ideas
1 If you have a piece of plain card
but want to make an aperture,
first cut a piece of stiff yellow or
Each of these designs will look great
mounted in a small wooden frame and
would make a perfect picture to give to
purple card to size, score a line neatly a friend as a birthday present. Just match
down the middle and fold in half to the colour of the frame to one of the
make your base card. thread colours in the flowers.
2 Using measurements from your

completed design, make a mark
near the top of the front of the card Spring pots key
and up from the bottom, then also in Cross stitch in two strands
from both sides. Lightly draw a pencil DMC Anchor Madeira
square to join up the marks. Cut out i 209 98 803 lilac
square using a craft knife and ruler. v 211 342 801 light lilac
y 307 289 104 lemon yellow
3 Attach small strips of double-

sided tape around the inside
edge of the aperture, then stick the
T
8
349
445
1098
288
212
103
red
lt lemon yellow
W 535 400 1809 grey
stitched piece in place, positioning a piece of white card to size and stick F 561 212 1205 dk pine green
correctly to make sure the design is over the reverse side of the stitching P 562 210 1311 pine green
centre to the aperture. To finish, cut for a professional look. L 725 305 113 yellow
z 746 275 2511 cream
t 892 35 412 dark pink
“Spring bulbs are always such a cheerful c 894 31 414 pink
sight after a long winter, but until they show G 910 228 1302 dark green
k 912 209 1213 green
themselves, stitch these vibrant cards instead! ; 964 185 1112 emerald
Q
They’re definitely a go-to for spring birthdays q
970
972
925
298
205
107
dark orange
orange
and celebrations this year.” p 3348 264 1409 grass green
Sue White, senior art editor I 3837 111 713 dark lilac
H 3854 313 114 apricot
––––– 535 400 1809 grey
French knots in two strands
O 970 925 205 dark orange
– 9.5x9.5cm (3¾x3¾in)
In the detail Stitch Tip

This pretty pot of spring daffodils features a stripy Sort your threads
before you start
background stitched in lilac and white stranded cotton. stitching, to avoid
It’s easier to work the whole of the flower pot design mixing up the
first, then add the background. Work the lilac stripes colours
vertically, then fill in the white cross stitches in the gaps.

Spring pots
In the detail
To recreate the pansies in
cross stitch Carol has used two
different thread shades for each
petal, for example light lemon
yellow and yellow, with the
lighter colour in the centre and
the darker shade on the edging.
A third colour marks out the
centre, dark lilac for the yellow
pansy, and a single cross stitch at
the very centre in dark orange.

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