Based in the West
Country, Amanda is a
talented watercolour
artist, cross stitch designer
and dressmaker. Her work
is suffused with gorgeous
colour combinations and
a great sense of detail,
and her beautiful designs
regularly appear in a
range of popular cross
stitching magazines.Meet the designer
Amanda Gregory
Teatime
delights
Treat yourself or someone special to this fine spread
of scones with cream and strawberry jam. Delish!
Stitcher’s guide
This design is worked on 28-count white
evenweave over two threads of the fabric
in 32 shades of cotton. Cross stitch is in
two strands of cotton, with lots of fractional
stitches throughout. The backstitch is
worked in one strand, and French knots also
add extra detail in one strand. This project is
recommended 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 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
Work the French knots in one strand
of cotton.5
Check over your stitching and prepare
for making up.“This is my idea of
a perfect afternoon,
right here! It won’t
be long before we’re
enjoying tea in the
garden, and the joy of
summer strawberries.”You will need
Fabric Zweigart 28-count white evenweave
measuring 31x31cm (12x12in)
Threads Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Needle Size 24 tapestry needle
Extras 9in wooden embroidery hoop (EH9)
from Siesta Frames; white paint of
your choice from local storesFOR STOCKISTS’ DETAILS turn to page 59Afternoon tea