Throughout our CrossStitcher content we bring you step-by-step projects created by a team of highly talented contributors demonstrating a vast array of techniques to bring you a wide range of projects to develop your skills and make every cross stitch creation the best it can be. We also bring you regular interviews with key artisans, all the top news and gossip and new product launches. Not forgetting great techniques, ‘how to’s’, top trends and fantastic competitions for you to expand that stitching stash! 

Find a fresh wave of spring inspiration in issue 434! Our cover is a celebration of bluebell woods, beautifully stitched in soft shades – you can imagine taking a walk from the comfort of your sofa. 

 

Inside, discover even more must-stitch projects! Stitch a Celtic blessings sampler, get arty with our van Gogh-inspired swatch sampler, and raise a glass with our champagne and cork hoop duo. Enjoy tea-themed cards that are sure to delight, and don’t miss our Harganger and cross-stitch purse – designed to showcase your new satin threads.

 

PLUS, our Library SAL continues with a new classic book, and you can personalise your projects with this issue’s Sweet Shop alphabet – a treat for any stitcher!

 

Happy stitching!