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Create your very own winter
woodland retreat when
you stitch these beautiful
blackwork forest friends
Designed by Fiona Baker
Into the
woods
Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle
Fabric - Zweigart 14-count navy (589) aida measuring
18x18cm (7x7in) for the squirrel, 23x23cm (9x9in) for
the fox and 28x28cm (11x11in) for the deer. To buy, visit
http://www.lakesideneedlecraft.co.uk or call 0161 505 1910
Extras - 4in (BB04), 6in (BB06) and 8in (BB08) bamboo
embroidery hoops. To buy, visit http://www.siestaframes.com
or call 01202 813 363; gold paint and dark blue felt,
for backing, of your choice from local stores
ShoppingList...
W
ith their rhythmic
repeating
patterns
and flowing
backstitch lines, these
woodland scenes are ideal
for blackwork novices and
seasoned stitchers alike.
Stitched on an evening sky of
navy blue aida, the backstitch
is worked in both one and two
strands to add new dimensions
to your stitching. Go on and
explore something new! ●
Need to know
Stitch Time
5-12 hours each (approx)
Stitch Types
Whole cross stitch,
fractionals, backstitch
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