Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2018 i Cross Stitch Gold

Meet the designer Maria Diaz Maria has always had a passion for needlecraft, since learning to sew as a child on her great-grandmother’s ancient foot-treadled Singer machine. After art college she landed a job as a printer which led to her becoming DMC’s first in-house designer. She is now an independent designer and lives in the Midlands with her two sons, Lincoln and Hudson. “I love a traditional snowy Christmas scene – perfect for bringing some festive cheer to your home, whatever the weather!” You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count ice blue evenweave (3270/550) measuring 40x43cm (15¾x17in) Threads Stranded cotton and metallic thread as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle Extras Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 25x28cm (9¾x11in) FOR STOCKISTS’ DETAILS turn to…

Meet the designer Jenny Barton Jenny has been passionate about the creative arts since she was a small child, and went on to study graphic design at university. Soon after, she landed a job as a needlework designer for DMC Creative World, and became a freelance designer a couple of years later. She loves being able to work with cross stitch every day! “Counting down to Christmas is more fun when you have a festive cross stitch project to get stuck into. Have a merry Christmas, everyone!” You will need Fabric Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 47x43cm (18½x17in) Threads Stranded cotton and metallic thread as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Frame and mount of your choice with a minimum aperture of 27x23.5cm (10¾x9¼in) FOR STOCKISTS’…

£262 in prizes to win! Welcome little one Give a new arrival a bold alternative to the traditional baby sampler! New Baby by Karen Carter, worth £26.25, features a shelf packed with all the things babies love, from toys to bottles to bright decorations – they’ll gaze at the colours and fun motifs for hours! It’s a great piece to display in a nursery and then keep forever. The finished piece measures 37.5x10cm (14_x4in) and the kit comes with everything you need to stitch it. To find out more, visit www.hcrafts.com or call 01889 575256. → We have 10 New Baby kits from Heritage Crafts to give away! The text keyword is GOLD150BABY. See the purple box for entry details £264 in prizes to win! Christmas creativity Stock up on…

THE EXPERTS JO BENNER Jo is an experienced stitcher and knitter, who writes for several craft magazines. She’s on hand to help with chart queries and stitching know-how, as well as product questions. FIONA BAKER Fiona is the Technical Editor for Cross Stitch Gold and our sister magazines. She is a talented cross stitch designer, too, and can answer any of your stitching queries. HEATHER NUGENT Heather is the Charting Editor for Cross Stitch Gold and our sister magazines. With a passion for stitching and sewing, she is here to help with charting and making-up questions. Mini cross stitch Q Where can I find a cross stitch book with small projects that would interest my 16-year-old granddaughter? She only started cross stitch a few months ago and found it really…

UK STOCKISTS COATS CRAFTS UK For stockists, visit www.makeitcoats.com CRAFT CREATIONS Visit www.craftcreations.com Call 01992 781900 DMC CREATIVE WORLD For stockists, visit www.dmc.com Call 01924 231669 LAKESIDE NEEDLECRAFT Visit www.lakesideneedlecraft.co.uk Call 0333 0501184 MADEIRA For stockists, visit www.eqsuk.com Call 0116 2710033 MILL HILL For stockists, visit www.hantex.co.uk/millhill Call 011754 820800 SEW AND SO Visit www.sewandso.co.uk Call 0800 0130150 SEW IT ALL Visit www.sewitall.com Call 01280 821777 US STOCKISTS 123 STITCH Visit www.123stitch.com Call 1-800-996-1230 ABC STITCH THERAPY Visit www.abcstitch.com Call 1-281-205-7507 ARTS CRAFTS USA Visit www.artscraftsusa.com Call 1-866-621-7779 JULIE’S X STITCH Visit www.juliesxstitch.com…

How to read our charts All our charts are printed in both colour and symbols. Each square on a cross stitch chart contains a symbol, and each symbol corresponds with one stitch. The key tells you what thread colour each symbol corresponds to, and how many strands to use for each cross stitch, backstitch or French knot. It also gives you the design's dimensions, to help you cut your fabric to size. The thread numbers listed in the first column of the key refer to the brand that we've used to stitch the design. Conversions for two other brands are given, but they're not always exact equivalents. Avoid mixing more than one brand in the same design. Sometimes you'll need more than one skein of a certain colour, but there…

Meet the designer Durene Jones Prolific designer Durene Jones creates cross stitch charts for a range of stitching magazines. Her work is well loved for its modern and colourful tone, but she is a versatile designer and can turn her hand to any theme. You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave measuring 67x52cm (26¼x20½in) Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle Extras Backing fabric and ribbon of your choice from local craft stores FOR STOCKISTS’ DETAILS turn to page 51 Stitcher’s guide This large design is worked on 28-count white evenweave over two threads of the fabric in 29 shades of cotton. Cross stitch is in two strands, and backstitch is worked in both one and two strands. There are also fractional stitches…

Dear reader, This month we are celebrating the 150th issue of Cross Stitch Gold and I'm thrilled to be bringing you a very special offer to mark the occasion. Save a massive 50% on the shop price of Gold and pay just £26.95 for 9 issues! Make sure you don’t miss out on this amazing saving – treat yourself today, or surprise a stitching friend with a gift subscription. Zeena, Editor, Cross Stitch Gold In every issue of Gold: 8 CHALLENGING STITCHING PROJECTS THE WORLD’S BEST DESIGNERS EXPERT STITCHING ADVICE AND TIPS…

Meet the designer Fiona Baker Fiona has always had a passion for art and design from an early age, and loves the creativity in her role as Technical Editor for Cross Stitch Gold, as well as our sister magazines Cross Stitch Crazy and The World of Cross Stitching. “Make my blackwork design your stitching challenge this month. Blackwork really isn’t that difficult to master, but the effect is so intricate and delicate – perfect for this ethereal angel.” You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count navy evenweave (3270/589) measuring 32x42cm (12½x16½in) Threads Stranded cotton and metallic thread as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle; beading needle Beads Mill Hill seed beads as listed in the key Extras Wooden oval embroidery hoop (OH812) measuring 8x12in from Siesta Frames; white…

Meet the designer Carol Thornton Watercolour artist Carol sketches and paints her gorgeous works of art before turning them into cross stitch designs. She creates charts for various magazines and has attracted legions of fans who love her distinctive style of artwork, which translates beautifully into cross stitch. “The warm shades in this design transition well between autumn and winter, so you can enjoy displaying it for much of the year.” You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave measuring 45x45cm (17¾x17¾in) Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle Extras Decorative twisted cord and backing fabric of your choice, and cushion pad to fit from local craft stores FOR STOCKISTS’ DETAILS turn to page 51 Stitcher’s guide This design is worked on 28-count white…

Meet the designer Jenny Barton Jenny has been passionate about the creative arts since she was a small child, and went on to study graphic design at university. Soon after, she landed a job as a needlework designer for DMC Creative World, and became a freelance designer a couple of years later. She loves being able to work with cross stitch every day! “Christmas for me is all about making, baking and decorating to make the house feel festive. My bunting ticks all those boxes – I hope you like it!” You will need Fabric Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 18x15cm (7x6in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton and metallic thread as listed in the key Needle Size 24 tapestry needle Extras Bias binding and backing fabric of your choice…

GOLD STAR BUY Nativity greetings We love the gentle palette and striking but simple lines of these stained glass-inspired cross stitched cards by Susan Ryder. The three designs in the range – In the Stable, Bethlehem and A Child is Born – all make truly special greetings, and the kits include 14-count aida, stranded cotton, needle, chart, instructions, card and envelope. Card kits cost £7.50 each from www.hcrafts.com or call 01889 575256 Versatile design that’s quick to stitch! Away in a manger Riverdrift House’s new Christmas Nativity chart is a thoroughly appealing project for anyone seeking a cross stitch take on the religious roots of our festive celebrations. Worked in 15 bright colours and measuring 140x140 stitches, this is a gorgeous, stylised design. As it’s made up of lots of…

Meet the designer Lesley Teare Lesley is an experienced cross stitch designer with a degree in Printed and Woven Textiles, and many years of design experience. She creates designs for a wide range of stitching magazines, and has a range of cross stitch books to her name, too. Lesley lives and works in rural Suffolk, where she enjoys gardening and country walks with her labrador. “Join in the fun with these jolly Santas as they scale the rooftops, delivering presents to good boys and girls in time for Christmas Day.” You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave measuring 33x28cm (13x11in) Threads Stranded cotton and metallic thread as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle Extras Backing fabric, 30cm (12in) wooden dowel rod and ribbon of your choice…

Get in touch Email: zeena@cross-stitching.com Write to: Zeena Moolla, Cross Stitch Gold magazine, 2nd Floor, Tower House, Fairfax Street, Bristol BS1 3BN Join us at: facebook.com/crossstitchgold Tweet us: @CrossStitchGold London town After a wonderful trip to Great Britain a few years ago, I saw an advertisement in Cross Stitch Gold for this beautiful cross stitch kit by Bothy Threads, entitled London. I had to have it. It brought back so many memories of our adventures in London. It was a challenging piece but I finally completed it after many hours of stitching, and I’ve now hung it in our dining room. I look forward to each issue of Cross Stitch Gold for the new projects, tips and informative columns. Thank you for giving me so many hours of pleasure. JoAnn…

Special messenger BUTTERFLY FAIRY (PN-0148079), Vervaco, £47.75 What’s in the kit Black-and-white chart 14-count lilac aida Stranded cotton and silver metallic thread Tapestry needle Size of finished design 23x36cm (9¼x14½in) Stitching this kit This is an impressive project, worked on a beautiful lilac aida which acts as a border around the design for the flowers and butterflies to spill out on to. You’ll use 40 colours to bring this pretty fairy to life, following A2 black-and-white charts; one showing only the cross stitch, and the other with the backstitch detail included. Where to buy Visit www.artsanddesigns.com or call 020 7100 3509 Under the stars LUNA (XE7P), Bothy Threads, £33 What’s in the kit Black-and-white chart 14-count colour printed aida Stranded cotton, metallic and ‘sparkle’ threads Tapestry needle Size of finished…

Meet the designer Lesley Teare Lesley is an experienced cross stitch designer with a degree in Printed and Woven Textiles, and many years of design experience. She creates designs for a wide range of stitching magazines, and has a range of cross stitch books to her name, too. Lesley lives and works in rural Suffolk, where she enjoys gardening and country walks with her labrador. “For these folk-style greetings I’ve chosen a palette of light red, soft green, purple, pink and gold. It’s festive but delicate, with a modern feel.” You will need Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each design Threads Stranded cotton and metallic thread as listed in the key Needle Size 26 tapestry needle Extras Craft Creations aperture cards (AP53U) in white (30); 6mm…