Cross Stitch Favourites - UK (2020-02)

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Stitcher’s guide


Our elephant is stitched
onto 14-count white aida,
using 24 shades of cotton.
The cross stitch is worked
in two strands of thread
and the backstitch in one
strand. There are French
knots in one strand of
thread using four different
colours, and this design
contains fractionals,
too. This design will suit
experienced stitchers as
well as intermediates who
are ready for a challenge.

We’re going wild for this vibrant project,


inspired by the colours of India, and


showcasing a cheerful elephant flanked


by a pair of vivid parrots


Designed by Carol Thornton


Elephant


parade


1


Find the centre of your
fabric by folding it in half
horizontally and vertically.
Follow the arrows on the chart
to find its centre and start
stitching here, working your
way outwards.

2


Work the cross stitch using
two strands of cotton.
Where you see a tiny symbol

on the chart, work a fractional
stitch in its place.

3


Add the backstitch using
one strand of cotton. Then,
work the French knots using
one strand of cotton.

4


When you have completed
the stitching, then carefully
check over your finished work
and prepare it for framing.

How to stitch the elephant


Fabric
14-count white aida measuring
40x43cm (15¾x17in)

Threads
Stranded cotton as listed in
the key

Needle
Size 24 tapestry needle

Extras
Frame and mount of your
choice with a minimum
aperture of 23.5x27cm
(9¼x10¾in)

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Elephant picture


Stitch
with
bright
colou
rs!
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