Lesley is an experienced
cross stitch designer with
a degree in Printed and
Woven Textiles, and many
years of design experience.
She creates designs for a
wide range of stitching
magazines, and has a
range of cross stitch books
to her name, too. Lesley
lives and works in rural
Suffolk, where she enjoys
gardening and country
walks with her labrador.Meet the designer
Lesley Teare
Stitcher’s guide
This design is worked on 28-count white
evenweave over two threads of the fabric
using 32 shades of stranded cotton. Cross
stitch is in two strands of cotton, with
fractionals for extra detail. Backstitch is
worked in one strand of thread, while seed
beads add the finishing touch. This piece is
recommended for experienced stitchers.How to stitch the design
1
Find the centre of your fabric by
folding it in half both ways. Follow the
arrows to find the centre of the chart and
start stitching here, working outwards.2
Work the cross stitch over two threads
of the fabric using two strands of
cotton. For every tiny symbol you see on
the chart, work a fractional stitch.3
Work the backstitch using one strand
of cotton.4
Attach the seed beads using two
strands of cotton.5
Check over your stitching and prepare
for framing.“The message of this
piece is universal and
timeless. It would
make a perfect gift
for any loving mother,
whatever age she and
her children may be.”You will need
Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave
measuring 52x44cm (20½x17¼in)
Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Needle Size 24 tapestry needle; beading
needle
Beads Mill Hill seed beads as listed in the key
Extras Frame and mount of your choice
with a minimum aperture of
36.5x29cm (14¼x11½in)FOR STOCKISTS’ DETAILS turn to page 59Tender
moments
Capture the unconditional, everlasting bond between
mother and child with Lesley’s heartwarming design
Mother & baby