Issue 13: November/December 2001

CREATING...

Christmas Makes
An array of delightful decorations worked in a variety of techniques
On Angel's Wings
Gauzy fabrics and glistening threads create an angelic picture
Baubles & Beads
Sparkling fabric and shimmering beads add a twinkle to these blackwork designs
Christmas Smocking
An elegant bauble worked in simple smocking stitches
Jingle Bells
Ring the changes by making these bells in a variety of fabrics and trims
A Project Inspired by the Museum Collection Double Cream
Chain stitch worked in cream on cream creates an elegant waistcoat
Midnight Lace
A delicate stole inspired by a piece of Carrickfergus lace
Seasons in Stitch Autumn Fruits
Part 1 of our 'seasonal samplers' in free embroidery
Cross Stitch Connections Folk Art of Bukovina
A delightful bag based on the wide range of embroidery patterns used in Bukovina
An Indian Summer
A sumptuous design worked in jewel-bright colours

DISCOVERING...

In Focus East meets West
...in textiles embroidered in chain stitch
Toolkit Disappearing Act
Now you see it... now you don't... Take a look at vanishing fabrics
Sketchbook Part 3 Wax, Oil and Water...
A look at art materials with Jan Beaney and Jean Littlejohn
Twisted Thread
A look at some of the highlights of this year's Knitting and Stitching Shows
Back to Basics
Tips and techniques to help you complete the projects in this issue

PLUS

Letters Page
The place to share your stitching news and views
What's New
...for embroiderers
What's On
Dates for your diary
Competition
£250 worth of prizes to be won
Book Reviews
Some of the top new titles for your bookshelf
Surfing the web
Website addresses for stitchers
Embroiderers' Guild News
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