Cross Stitch Favourites - UK (2020-02)

Stitcher’s

guide

Our geo-style animals

are stitched on

14-count white aida

and are worked in

whole cross stitch

and backstitch only.

It takes around 30

hours to stitch the

whole set, so we

think stitchers of all

skill levels will enjoy

creating these works

of art.

These majestic animals make for fierce

hoop art with their bright colours and

geometric patterns!

Designed by Cheryl McKinnon

Hear

me roar

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. This

set of designs uses 23 different

colours of thread, so make sure

you refer to the key as you

stitch so that you are always

working correctly.

3

Once you have completed

all of the cross stitch, then

you can add the backstitch

using one strand of cotton.

4

When you have finished all

the stitching, then carefully

check over your finished work

and prepare it for making up.

How to stitch the animals

Fabric

14-count white aida measuring

30.5x30.5cm (12x12in) for the

lion, 25.5x25.5cm (10x10in) for

the fox, and 20.5x20.5cm (8x8in)

for the wolf

Threads

Stranded cotton as listed in

the key

Needle

Size 24 tapestry needle

Extras

8in, 6in, and 4in wooden

embroidery hoops, white felt

for backing

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