Cross Stitch Crazy

This month… “I plan to put the lavender sachets from page 48 in all my dresser drawers” This month… “I’m going to try stitching on perforated paper with the card kit* from page 8!” This month… “Barbra Streisand is my hero, so I’ll be stitching her po

… to the May issue of Crazy! I feel like this is the season for new adventures. I’ve done a bit of travelling in Europe this month, and I can’t wait to go again. Next on my list – Paris! While I save up for another trip, I’ll stitch Lesley Teare’s Ei

Which project are you most proud of? The sampler I stitched for my niece. It’s Harry Potter themed because one parent is a fan. It was also my largest project. I hope it brings my niece joy! How would you describe your stitching style? I like subvers

Alison Maney alison@immediate.co.uk Emma Jones Lou Smith Emily Godwin Fiona Baker Heather Nugent Hannah Erskine Steve Sayers Poppy Benner, Sosae Caetano, Emma Congdon, Maria Diaz, Lucie Heaton, Diane Hollands, Durene Jones, Carol McCormick, Cher

Since bursting onto the scene in 1960, Barbra Streisand has become one of the most successful personalities in show business. Whether she’s belting out a hit in her vibrant soprano voice or wowing audiences with her acting talent, she’s definitely ea

You’ll feel spoiled for choice with the fab range of hoops in this Etsy store! We love this Fern Green colour. It comes in sizes 3-12in, with prices starting at £4.90. To buy, visit www.happyhooplahoops.etsy.com Add a splash of green to your walls wi

Designed by Maria Diaz Previously, you’ve been Hummingbirds Issue 266 Funny frogs Issue 265 Maps and globes Issue 264 Highland cows Issue 263 Back issues! Crazy hotline 03330 162 133† Reader’s pick! Requested by CORINNE HUDSON Tell us what you’re mad

Designed by Lucie Heaton Stitch Time 3-5 hours each (approx) Stitch Types Whole cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle Fabric - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 12x1

Stitchers, you’ve shown us time and time again that you’re always at the ready to help others. Well, now nature is calling out for your stitching aid! Back from the Brink is a conservation project focused on saving 20 species from extinction, includi

The UK’s most threatened resident bird, the willow tit likes to nest in standing stumps of rotting deadwood. These adorable members of the weasel family can live up to 10 years in the wild and are on the rise in Scotland! These rare bats can be spott

When I saw this old rocking chair for sale online, I knew I had to give this project a go. I saw that someone else had stitched on one last year, which is what inspired me. It took me four months in total, as I had to stain the chair and dye the yarn

“On bobbins in numerical order, which are in boxes in a bag. It makes finding shades quicker! The bag has pockets too, where I keep speciality threads.” Deborah Richardson, Peterlee “In colour order in storage boxes. All my duplicates are currently h

OVER £1,019 IN PRIZES TO BE WON! Get stuck into spring with Creative Poppy Patterns – they have charts featuring fab floral motifs, cute blackwork designs, playful animals and more. This month, 25 winners will scoop up a £10 voucher for www.creativep

We’re impressed by Kristen Gawronski’s dedication to both stitching and running! Kristen shares her crafting and exercise endeavours on her blog www.thexstitchingrunner.blog. There, you’ll find articles covering everything from this year’s stitching

Watch Mr Hedgehog’s adorable antics in four sweet designs that would be perfect for cards. These Durene Jones charts are downloadable for £4.80 at www.durenejcrossstitch.etsy.com This sleepy chap looks like he’s ready for some careful cuddles! Downlo

1 Try using a frame rather than an embroidery hoop for larger projects. Choose one that stands on the floor or even one that will sit on your lap to give your arms a rest. 2 If you’re wondering if you’ll meet a deadline, time how long it takes you to

Small, quick-to-stitch designs, such as the crunchy nuts opposite, are ideal to try if you’re new to stitching. For more simple designs, try these: PAGE 8 Bird or teapot card PAGE 20 American diner gifts  PAGE 34 Cute guinea pigs  PAGE 48 Lavender mo

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Life’s better when you have a brew on hand. Tea drinking and stitching are two of our favourite activities – just be careful not to spill your cuppa! £3.67, But First, Tea by Xandra Stitch www.xandrastitch.etsy.com Hang this somewhere prominent in yo

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, bookma

Follow the steps below for an introduction to getting started, then use the simple instructions opposite to learn each stitch! Our charts are printed with coloured squares containing symbols that represent squares to be stitched on the fabric. The ke