Cross Stitch Favourites - UK (2020-02)

Stitcher’s

guide

Our alphabet is

stitched onto

14-count white aida

in 16 different thread

colours. It contains

whole cross stitch and

backstitch only and, as

each letter only takes

a couple of hours to

complete, we think it’s

perfect for stitching

beginners.

Take a walk on the wild side with this wonderful safari alphabet – kids

will love having their name spelled out in roar-some stitches!

Designed by Lucie Heaton

Safari style!

1

Find the centre of

your fabric by folding

it in half horizontally

and vertically. Find the

centre of the chart and

start stitching here, in

the centre of the fabric,

working outwards.

2

Work the cross stitch

first using two strands

of cotton. There are 16

different colours used

to create our alphabet,

so refer to the key as

you stitch to make sure

you are always working

correctly. Make sure all the

cross stitch is complete

before you move on to

the backstitch.

3

Add the backstitch

using one strand of

very dark grey cotton,

then carefully check over

your finished work and

prepare it for making up.

How to stitch the safari ABC

Fabric

14-count white aida measuring

10cm (4in) x required length

Threads

Stranded cotton as listed in

the key

Needle

Size 24 tapestry needle

Extras

Wooden hanging sign, patterned

felt of your choice, ribbon for

hanging

Shopping list

Great

for

beginn

ers!

From hippos and rhinos to zebras and
the cheekiest of monkeys, you’ll find
all your favourite safari friends here!