Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2019 i Cross Stitch Crazy

Katie Kegie Art Editor This month… “The mermaid alphabet on page 49 is just the thing for my little sister” Lou Smith Production Editor This month… “I want to stitch the the cat motifs from the pet gift ideas on page 20!” Emily Godwin Designer This month… “I’m going to decorate my handbag with a few pompom hearts from page 62” Fiona Baker Technical Editor This month… “I love a good football game, so I’ll be stitching the cards on page 72” Heather Nugent Charting Editor This month… “The colourful summer funfair on page 10 makes me smile every time I see it!” Hannah Erskine Charting Assistant This month… “I’ll be using the bookmark chart book to make gifts for all my friends’ birthdays” Contact Crazy www.facebook.com/crossstitchcrazy www.twitter.com/crazy_magazine www.cross-stitching.com 0117…

GIFT AVAILABLE with print edition of issue 257 only CALL 03330 162 133* TO BUY Bring a world of delightful new friends to life when you stitch the 15 enchanting designs in Durene Jones’ bookmark chart book, exclusive to Crazy! Inside, you’ll have a super time with two brave heroes, meet a daring pirate on the hunt for treasure, enjoy afternoon tea with a literary lion and much more. These fun projects use just whole stitches and backstitch, so not only do they make great gifts for little ones who love to read, but they also make brilliant step-up projects for older kids looking for a stitchy challenge. You can always lend them a hand when it’s time to add the backstitch outlines and details. And these cheery characters aren’t…

Widely regarded as one of the greatest music artists of the 20th century, Johnny Cash made the world fall in love with his genre-bending version of country music with hits like Folsom Prison Blues, Ring of Fire and the more humorous A Boy Named Sue. He developed his romantic, all-American outlaw image and sound with backing band The Tennessee Three and then again in groups such as The Highwaymen, earning himself a place in five musical halls of fame. In later years, he used his world-weary bass-baritone voice to record moving covers of tracks like Hurt by Nine Inch Nails. And now, fans can honour the legendary music icon by stitching this diginified portrait! KERRY MILLER Reader’s pick! Requested by KERRY MILLER Who would you like to see as a…

Normally, you’d be more likely to find a majestic dragon like this guarding a gleaming pile of treasure, but this fairy-tale creature has flown in to add a touch of magic to your home. From its roaring flames down to the spikes on its tail, this fantastical beast is cleverly stitched using swirls of backstitch, created in the style of quilling – the curling of paper strips to decorate a surface. The dragon’s finished size makes it perfect for displaying as a hoop or hanging in a favourite cosy reading corner or in a mini adventurer’s bedroom. ShoppingList… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 35x35cm (13_x13_in). To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013…

Quick and easy to stitch one a night! ShoppingList… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 12x12cm (4¾x4¾in) for each design. To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150 Extras - White card stock and backing papers of your choice from local stores Need to know Stitch Time 4-5 hours each (approx) Stitch Types Whole cross stitch, backstitch…

Layers of history Here’s the Mother’s Day gift that I made for my grandmother this year! I printed a vintage map of her hometown on aida that I dyed using tea. Then, I topped that with a picture of her childhood home printed on linen. On top of that, I added a stitched portrait of my mother, aunt and grandmother together. This was my first attempt at a mixed-media collage incorporating stitching, and I’m hooked! My mother was speechless when she saw it before I gave it to my grandmother, which meant more than any words. The next thing I’m going to make is some beet-dyed aida. Then, I plan on making my husband a collage honouring his hometown’s history. I’ll include stitching with layers of historic buildings and old…

Get ready for your next adventure with these handy pocket hoops. Their bright colours and cute scenes are sure to delight children of all ages, and parents will be fans of how they help to keep things neat and tidy around the home! These charts are simple enough for kids to stitch, but they might need a hand with making up. You’ll need to place a piece of fabric behind your design or cover the bottom half with fabric to create the pocket. For more help on finishing your hoops, turn to page 60. ShoppingList… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 25x25cm (10x10in) for each design. To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013…

She stitches, she scores! Footy fanatics will feel like absolute champions when they receive one of these fab cards. And these designs are just in time to celebrate the FIFA Women’s World Cup, too! Once you’ve worked all the whole stitches, give your stitching skills a fun workout when you add the bold backstitch outlines and details. Pop your team’s match on while you work! ShoppingList… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each card and 10x10cm (4x4in) for each tag. To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150 Extras - 6mm Double Sided Super Sticky Tape. To buy, visit www.lakesideneedlecraft.co.uk or call 0333 050 1184; white card stock, ribbon and…

Understanding charts and keys Follow the steps below for an introduction to getting started, then use the simple instructions opposite to learn each stitch! Reading the chart Our charts are printed with coloured squares containing symbols that represent squares to be stitched on the fabric. The key alongside the chart will tell you what colour thread each symbol corresponds to, so you know which one to thread your needle with (see right). Where to start The centres of our cross stitch charts are marked out using small arrows on the edge of each side of a chart. This is the best place to start stitching, so you end up with the design in the middle of the fabric. To find the centre of your fabric, fold it in half horizontally,…

… to the August issue of Crazy! Our whole team love exciting and original projects, so we’ve filled this mag with all the best new ideas we could find! For instance, Fiona Baker herself came up with the concept for the fantasy dragon that she designed on page 28. It’s made up of swirling backstitch lines that are meant to look like quilled paper! Here’s another novel idea – stitchy hoop art that also functions as a pocket! That’s the thought behind our camping-themed hoops on page 56. And another – four of the world’s cities lit up against a dark sky, as seen in Cheryl McKinnon’s chic night-time cityscapes on page 42. And then there’s my favourite, Emma Congdon’s pretty mermaid alphabet on page 49, which turns the letters…

Let’s have a cheer for all our furry and scaly friends – we love it when they greet us with glee, gaze at us with inquisitive eyes or just have a sweet little snooze in a favourite spot. Just like their real-life counterparts, these pet designs are sure to raise a smile. They’re perfect for thanking pet-sitting friends, surprising new pet owners or treating your own four-, two-or no-legged pals to a fab new toy or habitat update! ShoppingList… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring a maximum of 15x15cm (6x6in) for most designs. To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150 Extras - All items of your choice from local stores or handmade…

OVER £1,132 IN PRIZES TO BE WON! Bothy Threads’ Bebunni kits! Head out into the garden and join the lovable Bebunni as he makes his weekly to-do list in one of Bothy Threads’ latest adorable designs. Enter this giveaway for your chance to win one of 12 available To Do List kits and add this to your own to-stitch list. For more goodies, go to www.bothythreads.com or call 01900 828 844. For your chance to win, visit www.cross-stitching.com to enter for free, or send a postcard labelled ‘Bebunni To Do List 257 giveaway’ to the address listed below. Mouseloft kits! Calling all dog lovers! Mouseloft has just added two new four-legged friends to its popular Paw Prints range – a Border Collie and a Boxer – making ten canine favourites…

SAY IT WITH FLOWERS Durene Jones’ gossamer-winged cutie has us all believing in Tinkerbell and her magical kin. This Fairy Among the Flowers chart costs £4.80 from at www.durenejcrossstitch.etsy.com GREEN GODDESS We’re enchanted by this bright and beautiful nature spirit. The mystical Garden Fairy chart by Shannon Christine Designs is available as a PDF for £7.08 from www.creativepoppypatterns.com SPELL BOUND There’s magic in every stitch of this bluebell-loving sprite. The Fairies: Stardust kit is available from Bothy Threads for £27.49. To buy, visit www.bothythreads.com or call 01900 828 844.…

Featuring brilliant hues and floral motifs inspired by the beauty of Mexican handicrafts, these pretty pom-pom hearts are a sure-fire way to update your look! Make them into striking bag charms – turn to page 67 to find out how to do just that – or string them into a colourful garland for your home. You could also back your finished heart with felt and a brooch pin to create a fun badge for your favourite jacket! Once you’ve made one of these beautifully bright hearts for yourself, you’ll want to stitch them for all your friends. ShoppingList… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each design. To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or…

Alice Albarda Canada Which cross stitch designer would be your dream dinner party guest? Jody Rice of Satsuma Street! I love the colour palettes that she chooses for her designs, so I bet that stitching with her would be colourful and fun. Who is your favourite character to stitch? I enjoy stitching any kind of bird character because they’re often bright and cheerful. Which occasion gets your needle twitching? I like to make as many Christmas cards as I can and ornaments to put inside stockings. When I’m not stitching, you’ll find me… Playing piano, window shopping or reading with a big cup of coffee by my side. How long ago did you start stitching? My mum taught me when I was about eight. She was skilled at many kinds…

Star letter Happily ever after You’re a winner! Sarah Clarke I worked on this project for more than three years, starting when my daughter was only one year old. Now she’s nearly five years old, and I’ve finally finished it and had it framed for her. As you can see, she’s very happy with the finished design! It’s a Bothy Threads kit by Julia Rigby. It was a challenging but fun project to stitch as a gift. Sarah Clarke, Suffolk Alison says: Your daughter will treasure this for years, Sarah, knowing her mum made it especially for her. Julia Rigby always creates such vibrant pieces. If you fancy stitching another one of her projects, turn to page 10 for her colourful funfair scene. WIN! Each month our Star letter winner…

Full of heart We love the sweet Heart Hoop kit from Cotton Clara! Each kit contains all you need to make three 9cm felt heart hoops, including an embroidery pen and a template so you can make more hearts from your stash. There are options to buy the kit for £25 or simply the template, pen and instructions for £7.50. To buy, visit www.cottonclara.com Fabulous feathers The call of a tropical toucan – or two – has caught our attention here at Crazy, followed by the delightful hoot of a peacock. These colourful birds are just two of the latest kits from Heritage Crafts’ Karen Carter Collection. Both designs are great choices for mounting on canvases or in frames as they measure 14.5x19.5cm (5¾x7½in) when stitched on 14-count aida. You…

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Daydream about your next weekend break, reminisce on a trip gone by or welcome someone home from their own travels when you stitch these popular city destinations! Journey from New York to London, Tokyo and Paris with these beautiful night-time skylines, then make them up into stylish canvases or send them to friends as unique postcards. The choice of colours and attention to detail makes these satisfying projects for stitchers of all levels. Pick your dream spot and get stitching! ShoppingList… Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count black (720) aida measuring 26x22cm (10¼x8½in) for each design. To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk or call 0800 013 0150 Extras - Stretched canvases measuring 14.5x10cm (5¾x4in) from your choice of local…

Become immersed in the magical world of mermaids as you stitch this sweet set of letters and numbers inspired by the sirens of the sea! Stitched in a pretty palette of blues and purples, each character is surrounded by its own mini underwater island of brightlycoloured coral, starfish and shells. You’ll use whole stitches and backstitch to complete these charming designs. First, have fun filling in each letter or number with a water-like ombré pattern, then use a strand of purple, blue, brown or green thread to add the backstitch outlines and details. Once you’re done, you can create a nameplate or combine your stitched phrase with the coral reef Quick stitch motifs in issue 256 to make a unique aquatic sampler. And if you like the Rickety Rose ric…

1 Visit your favourite thread producers or suppliers online – some, such as www.dmc.com and www.sewandso.co.uk, often have free charts available to download. 2 Check out the websites of your go-to designers – many offer regular freebies. Follow them on Facebook or Twitter to make sure you don’t miss out on anything as well. 3 Go to Crazy’s website at www.cross-stitching.com. We have plenty of charts and projects, so you can satisfy your stitchy cravings at no cost. 4 Be aware of copyright issues – any free charts you find online should not be sold, mass distributed or reproduced in any way unless it’s otherwise stated. 5 Pinterest is a quick and easy way of searching for free charts across the internet by theme. Be careful of bootleg scans of…

Adventure time £6.64, Paper Boat by LoLaLottaShop www.lolalottashop.etsy.com What a fun time this duo will have in their paper boat, surrounded by dragonflies and dandelion puff balls. You’ll use whole stitches, half stitches, backstitch and French knots for this magical PDF chart. Search ‘dandelion’ in the shop to find it. Lazy days £4.56, Sea Landscape by Stitches Lovers Shop www.stitchesloversshop.etsy.com This scene looks as idyllic as a picture postcard, with a boat nestled in among the beautiful seaside scenery. Worked in vivid blues, oranges and pinks, it will remind you of days near the coast as you stitch. It may even help you plan your next trip away! Riding the waves £4.46, Sailing Boat by StitchPatternShop www.stitchpatternshop.etsy.com This dreamy design would look right at home on the wall of a…

AFGHAN – a woollen blanket or rug with areas for cross stitching AIDA – the most common cross stitching fabric, made up of thread woven in blocks rather than singly AIDA BAND – a thin strip of aida with a decorative edge, used to adorn towels, bookmarks, etc. Comes in various widths APERTURE – the space through which a design is shown (mainly on cards and in frames) BEADING NEEDLE – a long, fine needle that slides easily through seed and bugle beads DESIGN AREA – the measurement of the finished design, depending on the count of fabric used EVENWEAVE – fabric made from evenly-spaced woven threads. It’s softer and more flexible than aida FABRIC COUNT – the number of holes per inch (HPI) on your fabric. The higher the…