Jenny has been passionate
about the creative arts
since she was a small
child, and went on to
study graphic design at
university. Soon after,
she landed a job as a
needlework designer for
DMC Creative World,
and became a freelance
designer a couple of years
later. She loves being
able to work with cross
stitch every day!
Meet the designer
Jenny Barton
Cottontail
cuties
Surrounded by delicate meadow flowers, this
adorable pair make a perfect stitch for Easter
Stitcher’s guide
This design is worked on 28-count white
evenweave over two threads of the fabric in
38 shades of cotton. Cross stitch is in both
one and two strands of cotton, and there
are lots of fractional stitches throughout.
Backstitch defines the design in both one
and two strands of cotton, while French
knots add extra detail in one strand. This
piece is suitable for experienced stitchers.
How to stitch the design
1
Find the centre of your fabric by
folding it in half horizontally and
vertically. Follow the arrows to find the
centre of the chart and start stitching
here, working your way outwards.
2
Work the cross stitch over two threads
of the fabric using one or two strands
of cotton. For every tiny symbol you see
on the chart, work a fractional stitch.
3
Work the backstitch using one or two
strands of cotton.
4
Work the French knots using one
strand of cotton.
5
Check over your stitching and prepare
for framing.
“Two soft, lovable
hares, snuggled up
in the bluebells – if
you’re looking for a
design with a generous
helping of cuteness,
then look no further!”
You will need
Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave
measuring 42x40cm (16½x15¾in)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
27x24.5cm (10½x9¾in)FOR STOCKISTS’ DETAILS turn to page 59When you’ve stitched
this project, put it away
for a few days then go
back over it with a
fresh eye to spot
any mistakes
Stitch tip
Baby hares