Cross Stitch Celebrations: Bundle of Joy! - Mollie Johanson

From Mollie Johanson, Cross Stitch Celebrations: Bundle of Joy! is a paperback guide to creating modern cross stitch samplers and baby-themed keepsakes, from birth announcements to personalised gifts. Designed for needlework enthusiasts of all skill levels, it takes a clear, step-by-step approach that makes it suitable for beginners, while still offering plenty of scope for customisation.

Inside, readers are introduced to the tools and materials needed to get started, alongside an overview of basic cross stitch techniques. A collection of charming, contemporary patterns follows, with options to choose from a range of fonts, border designs, colour schemes and baby animal motifs. Tips and tricks for adapting and personalising the patterns are included, as well as guidance on composing a DIY design and how to frame and display finished projects. Cross stitch grid pattern paper is also included, making it easy to plan and stitch giftable pieces for new parents and grandparents.

Key features

• Step-by-step cross stitch guide suitable for beginners and all skill levels
• Introduction to tools, materials and basic stitching techniques
• 20+ patterns for baby-themed gifts and birth announcements
• Options to personalise with fonts, borders, colour schemes and baby animal motifs
• Tips for adapting patterns and composing a DIY design
• Cross stitch grid pattern paper included
• Guidance on framing and displaying finished projects
• ISBN: 9780760375389

Specifications

• Author: Mollie Johanson
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 96
• Publisher: Quarto
• Publication date: 5 July 2022
• Illustrations: 138 colour illustrations

Sizing

216 x 279 x 6 mm

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