The World of Cross Stitching

Every issue is packed with the very best cross stitch designs, expert advice and in depth technical features, as well as product news, reader letters and stories, competitions and giveaways.

Welcome

Meet some of our designers…

Meet our guests • Get to know this month’s reader panel, and look out for their favourite projects throughout the issue

Furry Tales • Collect a chart from the adorable Furry Tales® family, designed by Lucie Heaton

Your EXCLUSIVE gifts • Your 2027 calendar features Wallace & Gromit from Aardman Animations

Festive friend • Everyone’s favourite blue nose bear is dressed up in a fluffy jumper while helping to decorate the tree

Your letters • We always love to see your stitches (and smiles!), so do send the team your photos, letters and tips today!

Treats are served • Let the little ones help you set the table ready for Santa’s arrival, without forgetting Rudolph, too!

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Season’s tweetings • Send a vivid cardinal card to your nearest and dearest during the holidays, a sweet handmade gesture

Christmas town • Get on your sleigh as we embark on a journey to Santa’s village in Lapland, covered in snow and festive lights

Cosy comforts • CURL UP ON THE SETTEE WITH THESE MINI MOTIFS TO STITCH FOR WINTER

Enter to win! • Each month we have fab giveaways for readers with loads of prizes up for grabs

O Holy Night • Spread the Christmas message of peace and love to all of your guests with this charming 3D Nativity scene

Festive flourish • Get the tree ready in time for the big day with this jumbo-sized alphabet set in complementing shades

Our Best Buys • All the hottest cross stitch must-haves for your shopping list, plus an exclusive offer to make your pennies go further…

Deck the walls • This set of poinsettia canvases are made to be displayed on your walls, enhancing the festive feel of your home

Fiona’s focus • Learn the basics of beading and add these fabulous embellishments to your stitching with confidence

Pop of colour • Get colourful this Christmas with this tree hoop display, finished with fuzzy pom-poms for a little extra!

Stitch-A-Long • Join us on our 2026 stitch-a-long, ‘For the Love of Friends’, by Durene Jones

Christmas inspiration • Visit gatheredshop.com for instant access to our favourite Christmas PDF patterns. Look out for the new 3D Santa’s workshop and house, plus cards, decorations and much more!

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How to… • Beginner? Follow Fiona’s guide to instant stitching success!

Cross Stitch favourites • Your luxury collection of Christmas motifs to stitch & share

Take a break! • Put down your needle and pick up a pen to complete our crossword and sudoku puzzles

Stockists • Buy your basic stitching stash and products we’ve featured

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Festive blessings • Stitch a folk art angel design to spread peace, love and joy

Wallace & Gromit 2027 Calendar

Year Planner 2027