The World of Cross Stitching

Every issue is packed with the very best cross stitch designs, expert advice and in depth technical features, as well as product news, reader letters and stories, competitions and giveaways.

Welcome

Meet some of our designers…

STITCHING HELP!

Meet our guests • Get to know this month’s reader panel, and look out for their favourite projects throughout the issue

Furry Tales • Collect a chart from the adorable Furry Tales® family, designed by Lucie Heaton

Your EXCLUSIVE gift! • New to cross stitch? Start with these easy-to-stitch moths with fun felt frames.

Once upon a time… • Enjoyed by generations, bring Beatrix Potter’s tale and illustration of a lovable bunny to life in cross stitch

Your letters • We love to see what you’ve been stitching and hear your news, so send in your photos, letters and tips today!

Herbal remedies • With 12 delicate labels to choose from, you can tailor your stitching to pot up your dream herb garden

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Pet of the month • We know you’re huge fans of pets, so have us design a cross stitch of a beloved animal

Lettersaurus • Stitch your little one’s favourite dinosaur from an alphabet collection that’s joyfully Jurassic with a colourful twist

Ask the experts • Our panel of professionals is here to help you with your cross stitch dilemmas – however large or small

In the spotlight

Wishes granted • Request a design and our resident design expert, Jenny, might just chart it for you…

Friendly advice • We asked our Facebook fans for their tips for stitching with a health condition – here’s what they said…

TECHNIQUE FOCUS

Design round-up • We’ve hand-picked a selection of kits and charts on the theme of faith, from pictures to prayers…

Sunshine & spice • Recreate this beautiful Mexican kitchen where the lady of the house is rolling tortillas amid nature’s bounty

Our Best Buys • All the hottest cross stitch must-haves for your shopping list, plus an exclusive offer to make your pennies go further…

THE WORLD OF Cross Stitiching Britian'No 1

ALL-NEW SPECIAL EDITION!

Hello ol’ bean • LET THE DESIGN BARISTA SERVE UP THE BEST COFFEE SHOP MOTIFS

Swallows & tulips • Add timeless style to your home with William Morrisinspired table linen adorned with nature’s flora and fauna

A year of wonders • This first design in our new seasonal series lets you welcome the delights of spring into your home

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Cool for cats • Enjoy a kaleidoscope of pattern and colour with fun felines in a showstopper that’s designed to hook you in

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Blessed Eid • For the first time in The World of Cross Stitching, mark this special Muslim festival with a joyous set of cards

Enter to win! • Each month we have four fab giveaways for readers with loads of prizes up for grabs

Celebrate the season • Get the whole family involved in this project – you can stitch while the kids craft the felt Easter eggs

Stockists • Buy your basic stitching stash and products we’ve featured

The World of Cross Stitching

Back issues • Complete your collection with back issues of your favourite stitchy mag

Faby’s masterclass • Discover new techniques every month with our resident stitching expert, Faby Reilly

Next month in

How to… • Beginner? Follow Fiona’s guide to instant stitching success!

Take a break! • Put down your needle and pick up a pen to complete our crossword and sudoku puzzles