Cross Stitch Favourites - UK (2020-02)

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)

Shopping list

Elephant picture

Stitch

with

bright

colou

rs!