Issue
102 A seasonal selection of autumnal motifs in cross
stitch with a magical autumn nature sampler. Stained
glass window designs and a fairy-tale Scottish castle
in Cross stitch. The masterclass explores variations
in autumn shades. Packed with designs this issue also
features a stylish blackwork bell pull and a delicate
Hardanger runner.
Feature Designs
Christmas
Garland This glorious garland will be with you
for many Christmases to come. Unlike the real
thing, the leaves will not dry out or fall off,
staying bright and vibrant each year.
Deck
the Halls Ribbons and cards for the festive season.
Perfect for extra special gift wrapping or just
to decorate your house this yuletide.
Merry
Christmas A selection of easy-to-stitch designs
for quick Christmas cards.
Seasonal
Dining The pre-finished tablecloth gives fast
results and the gold blending filament add a
special Christmas sparkle.
Autumn
Nature Autumn is a magical season when the blooms
of summer are transformed into glistening berries
and fruits. The realistic look of these motifs
is achieved by using a combination of different
shades of stranded cotton in the needle.
Miniature
Windows Every stitch on these intricate rose windows
glows like real stained glass. The fine fabric
count gives more definition and detail, creating
beautiful cards to be treasured by family and
friends.
Dainty
Delight STitch a profusion of pink flowers within
a trellis of Hardanger embroidery with this delightful
runner. As well as decorating a sideboard or shelves,
it will add a touch of elegance to your dressing
table.
Golden Days of Autumn There is a superb array of threads available
in Autumn shades and Mary Hickmott has thought
up some great ideas for using them. If you have
not yet tried hand painted and space dyed threads
now is the time with easy cards for Autumn birthdays
or other occasions that crop up, these cards
are all quick to stitch and quite suitable for
either gender.
Island Castle Anyone en route to the Isle of Skye could
not fail to be captivated by this most romantic
of castles. Set on the island of Donan on the
west coast of Scotland, it is surrounded by
vast lochs and breathtaking scenery. Eilean
Donan castle has appeared in a multitude of
films from James Bond to Highlander, with this
enchanting scene being so evocative of Caledonian
country.
History
Repeating This grand bell pull has an Elizabethan air with
its elegant, intertwining border. Choose from one of
nine Blackwork patterns to fill the flower motifs to
make your embroidery unique.
