Page 4 - Cross Stitch Gold (January 2020)
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Draught excluder
Follow the
leader
Enjoy the sweet sight of spring ducklings as
you stitch this cosy creation for your home
Stitcher’s guide
This design is worked on 28-count white
evenweave over two threads of the fabric
in 25 shades of cotton. Cross stitch is in
two strands of cotton, with lots of fractional
stitches throughout. The backstitch is
worked in one strand, and French knots also
add extra detail in one strand. This project is
recommended for experienced stitchers.
Meet the designer How to stitch the design
Carol Thornton Find the centre of your fabric by
1 folding it in half horizontally and
vertically. Follow the arrows to find the
Watercolour artist Carol
centre of the chart and start stitching
sketches and paints her
here, working your way outwards.
gorgeous works of art
Work the cross stitch over two threads
before turning them into
2of the fabric using two strands of
cross stitch designs. She
cotton. For every tiny symbol you see on
creates charts for various
the chart, work a fractional stitch.
magazines and has
attracted legions of fans Work the backstitch using one strand
who love her distinctive 3 of black cotton.
style of artwork, which Work the French knots in one strand
translates beautifully 4 of cotton.
into cross stitch. Check over your stitching and prepare
5 for making up.
You will need
“This mother duck Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave
and her brood invoke measuring 22x60cm (8½x23½in)
Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key
feelings of love, spring,
Needle Size 24 tapestry needle
and new beginnings. Extras Backing fabric and stuffing of your
I hope you enjoy the choice from local craft stores
uplifting colours, too.”
FOR STOCKISTS’ DETAILS turn to page 59
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