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Each issue of Stitch magazine takes you on an exciting, creative, textile journey... bringing you traditional embroidery techniques and a wealth of creative contemporary ideas.

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Winter Wonderland • Challenge yourself with stumpwork techniques and a touch of goldwork to create this stunning wreath.

Beauty in the mini beast • Crafting Nature’s Beauty: Sew Your Own Black and Yellow Longhorn Beetle

Stitch Together • Mary-Ann, current Chair of the New Forest Textile Group, shares the details of her wonderful group and the unique and exciting projects they’ve undertaken.

Christmas Crewel Collar • Create this for yourself or as a gift to spruce up your outfit and be unique this Christmas.

Stitch Gingerbread House Kit • Create a 3D gingerbread house hanging decoration for Christmas using our cross stitch chart and key from our friends at CrossStitcher!

BOOK OF THE MONTH!

Chicken Scratch Christmas • Strictly not just for Christmas, this project creates a wonderful keepsake or gift that can be treasured forever.

Chicken Scratch Embroidery • Debbie von Grabler-Crozier shares her knowledge on this interestingly-named stitch as used in her project on page 33.

Good Cheer Gonk • Craft yourself a Scandi-inspired Christmas buddy to bring out year after year and a smile to everyone’s face

For Your Bookshelf

Red Squirrel • Known for their striking orange-red fur, this cute red squirrel is a pleasure to see. Besides Turkish Rug stitch, this beautiful design also features stumpwork pine cones for an extra bit of texture. This is one squirrel you can easily stroke!

Preserving the past • The Landi Company Textile Conservation Ltd offers a full range of textile conservation services including research, conservation and presentation of textiles, tapestries and family heirlooms to the highest standards. All undertaken by a team of skilled and experienced textile conservators. We spoke to Louise Shewry, Director and Textile Conservator, about the fascinating work the team do.

Templates • All the templates, guides and patterns you will need to complete this issue’s projects. Please note the scale before starting.

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