Immediate Media - Fun & Funky Cross Stitch: 160+ Designs, 5 Alphabets, 30 Bonus Gift Ideas

Publisher: Amy Barrett-Daffin Creative Director / Editorial Compiler: Gailen Runge Acquisitions Editor: Roxane Cerda Managing Editor: Liz Aneloski Cover/Book Designer: April Mostek Production Coordinator: Zinnia Heinzmann Production Editor: Jennifer Warren The projects are from the following magazines, all from Immediate Media Company Bristol Ltd: Cross Stitch Crazy (Check It Out!, Fiesta Forever, In the Stars, Lights Lustre, London to Paris, Modern Garden, Shine Bright!, Space Odyssey, 50 Retro Sci-Fi Gift Ideas, 50 Retro 80s Gift Ideas)Ultimate Cross Stitch (Youre the Best!)The World of Cross Stitching (An Artistic Touch, Believe in Magic, Feeling Fruity, Out of This World) Published by C&T Publishing, Inc., P.O. Box 1456, Lafayette, CA 94549 Fiesta Forever Celebrate Mexicos Day of the Dead with a collection of gorgeous stitches inspired by sugar skulls! DESIGNS BY CHERYL MCKINNON Factbox Stitching time: Approx. 50 hours for the set Type of stitches: Whole cross stitch, backstitch Ease of stitching: Intermediate

SHOPPING LIST Fabric: Zweigart 14-count black (720) aida measuring 30 30cm (11 11) for the skull, 22 22cm (8 8) for the cat, and 18 18cm (7 7) for the bird Threads: Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle: Size 24 tapestry needle Extras: Wooden embroidery hoops measuring 7, 5, and 4; paint and black felt for backing of your choice

DURING DA DE MUERTOS, or the Day of the Dead, legend has it that those who have passed away return to earth once again ... and spend a few days celebrating with the people they love most! Sounds like a great reason to throw a party. Inspired by the brightly coloured sugar skulls that are used as decorations for the holiday, called calaveras, as well as Mexicos vibrant folk art, these fun and modern designs will brighten up your home with their jolly colours and fresh yet mysterious style! For all printable patterns or digital content: https://tinyurl.com/11464-patterns-download For all printable patterns or digital content: https://tinyurl.com/11464-patterns-download TOP TIP When using dark aida, place a white blanket on your lap to see the holes better. Lights Lustre Dare to dazzle with this trio of fancy chandeliers in the sparkliest shades of silver, copper, and gold. DESIGNS BY FIONA BAKER Factbox Stitching time: 815 hours each Type of stitches: Whole cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch, beads Ease of stitching: Intermediate

SHOPPING LIST Fabric: Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 25 25cm (10 10) for the large design, 18 18cm (7 7) for the medium design, and 15 15cm (6 6) for the small design Threads: Stranded cotton and metallic threads as listed in the key Needles: Size 24 tapestry needle; beading needle Beads: Seed beads as listed in the key Extras: 7, 5, and 4 wooden embroidery hoops

TWINKLE AND SHINE with these glam chandelier stitches so perfectly framed in bold metallic hoops! Add a few gold, rose gold, and silver beads for extra sparkle, and voil! A classy addition fit for a stylish loft apartment or an elegant dining room.

This project gives you plenty of opportunity to practice your stitches, with whole cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch, and glitzy beading. So light up your life in stitches! For all printable patterns or digital content: https://tinyurl.com/11464-patterns-download For all printable patterns or digital content: https://tinyurl.com/11464-patterns-download TOP TIP Before adding the beads, be sure to wash your project if it looks like it needs it! Check It Out! Make a statement with these bold tartan animalsthe perfect way to dress your walls this season! DESIGNS BY FIONA BAKER Factbox Stitching time: 1015 hours each Type of stitches: Whole cross stitch, fractionals Ease of stitching: Advanced beginner

SHOPPING LIST Fabric: Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 25 25cm (10 10) Threads: Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle: Size 24 tapestry needle Extras: 6 embroidery hoop; ribbon from local stores

MODERN, CHIC, AND STYLISH are some of the words wed use to describe these animal silhouettes, but you could equally call them rustic, cute, and cosy. We just adore the contemporary twist on a traditional tartan printits a match made in heaven! If youre drawn to warm colours, youll fall head over heels for these designs, which include sumptuous shades of rust, plum and gold. Worked in whole stitches and fractionals with no backstitch, theyre a speedy choice for an autumn birthday. Or, get stitching this weekend to create some woodland wall art just for you! For all printable patterns or digital content: https://tinyurl.com/11464-patterns-download Next page