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

STITCHING HELP!

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 gifts • Stitch this delightful Forever FriendsTM 2022 calendar and get planning your crafty year ahead

Saint Nic’s furry fans • An absolute treat for animal lovers, meet Santa’s other cheeky little helpers dressed up in their festive finery

Your letters • We love to see your stitches and keep up with your news, so send your photos, letters and tips today!

Spot the dog • Spread a bit of festive fun with this set of cheeky pups – friends and family will go dotty for them

Spruce up your town • Continue to grow your village scene with three more designs to enjoy – and let the festivities begin!

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

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 unique ways they’ve used to display their work – here’s what they said…

TECHNIQUE FOCUS

Design round-up • We’ve hand-picked a selection of kits & charts the kids in the family will enjoy this Christmas…

Oh holy night • Make a charming Nativity scene to help to tell Children the story of the true meaning of Christmas

Faby’s masterclass • Discover new techniques every month with our resident stitching expert, Faby Reilly

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Unbearably cute • SEND BIG HUGS TO LOVED ONES WITH A TEDDY BEAR CHART COLLECTION!

5 fab finds… for this Kawaiistmas

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

WEDDING BELLES

Special delivery • Wish your loved ones a wheelie great Christmas with a cheerful card featuring a festive bicycle theme

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

More pet ideas

Magic of Christmas • You’ll find an enchanting surprise guest hiding among the decorated boughs of this Christmas tree

A dash of spice • Decorated with sweeties and fondant icing these gingerbread letters look good enough to eat

Stock up on love • If all you want this Christmas is to get crafting, you’ll adore this delightful stocking scene

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

Orna-ment to be • Add a pop of vintage colour to your tree – there are five sparklingly simple designs to choose from

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

The World of Cross Stitching

Your Projects • Find all the charts, kits, threads & accessories featured in this issue

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

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How to… • Beginner? Follow Fiona’s guide to instant stitching success!

START CROSS STITCHING… • Make sure you hit the mark the first time every time with our top tips!

How to stitch • Tackle the basic stitches in our charts…

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