Be inspired to make and create for your home

A walk in the garden

Issue One

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How to Navigate this Digital Magazine

Further support can be found by visiting the ldquohelprdquo section of our website

wwwkindredstitchesmagazinecom

Tap on the home icon to visit a website

Tap on the cart to go shopping

Tap on the flower for pattern sheets

Tap on social media icons to visit those pages try them here now

Kindred Stitches is a digital magazine available from the Apple Store

and on Google Play

Some issues can be purchased via the Stitching Cow website

A walk in the garden

Welcome

Issue One 2013

A walk in the garden is one of our favourite things so it seemed the perfect theme

for this our very first release of Kindred Stitches Theres something magical about

a beautiful garden that engages the senses and lets you forget about the hustle

and bustle of life for a while Itrsquos our intent that browsing through Kindred Stitches

is like a refreshing stroll in the garden That it stirs your imagination and inspires

you to make and create beautiful things for your home

A passion for craft and home has always been an important aspect of our lives and

it was this common thread that brought us together many years ago We can often

be found with needle and thread in hand or gathering produce or flowers from our

own gardens This sharing of a common passion is a strong bond which can unite

people from all walks of life and in this amazing world of technology it can now

unite people from around the world It was this very notion that inspired the two of

us to bring you Kindred Stitches

Exclusively designed for todays digital market Kindred Stitches offers you an

exciting and brand new way to enjoy your passion We personally invite you to

come on a journey with us to revive your senses and to be inspired We are thrilled

that you are along for the ride so let the fun begin

Warmly Lenna amp Janice

App Instructions 2

Welcome 3

Feature Photo 4

Designer Profile 5

Cottage Garden Purse 6

French knot video 11

Finding Inspiration 12

Fabric Brooch 13

Etsy Find 14

Book Review 15

Bird in the Garden 16

Letrsquos Decorate 18

Sweet Little Hanger 19

Letrsquos Create 21

Feature Fabric 22

Crocheted Flower Hair Slides 23

Pinterest Favourite Finds 24

Embroidery Stitch Guide 25

Crochet Stitch Guide 26

Newsletter 27

We Need your Help 28

Dear Readers 29

Disclaimers 30

Inside this issue

I cannot count my day complete lsquotil

needle thread and fabric meet

Step into my garden Step in and youll see

A measure of peace And tranquility

Its the scent of the blossoms The buzz of the bees

The sweet song of birds As they sing in the trees

Author Unknown

DESIGNED BY LENNA GREEN

COTTAGE GARDEN PURSE

It was from these visits that my love for making things grew My mother is also

a very keen knitter and encouraged my creating from a very early age despite

the mess and half finished projects everywhere

I started my own website business Stitching Cow after coming to the realization

that life should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heart A

challenge is something that I have always enjoyed and I had a burning desire to

build a business from scratch Following my passion and creative streak seemed

to be the logical choice for the business Itrsquos thrilling to see an idea become a

reality and to watch my business grow Each day I learn something new it

makes life very interesting I also love working from home because it allows me

to work around family activities and suits my lifestyle

Concentrating my efforts on mastering new technology has enabled me to

connect and provide a service to people from all over the world The Internet

has definitely made the world a smaller place and each day I am reminded how

wonderful this is

I get a real buzz from meeting like minded people who are passionate about

sewing Itrsquos a wonderful feeling when I can inspire a fellow sewer with a new

design or teach them a new skill It gives me a sense of achievement to know

that I have inspired them or helped them learn something that could benefit

them with their craft for years to come Itrsquos all about sharing and helping

people thatrsquos what is really important

ldquoLife should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heartrdquo

Designer Profile Therersquos a tremendous amount of

enjoyment and relaxation that can be

gained from sewing and craft

particularly during the evenings when

the household is winding down from

the dayrsquos activities It has always been

an important part of my life

Irsquom very much in love with the process

of creating something new and Irsquom

often busy sketching an idea that has

popped into my head

My hands like to be busy and I rarely

watch TV without working on

something

I love creating so much that it seemed

natural to make it my full time job

This allows me to stitch and sew

whenever I please

My grandmother was very artistic and

crafty and thankfully she lived around

the corner from me during my

childhood This meant that I could visit

her often She was always making or

painting something and she loved to

set me up by her side with paintbrush

crocheting hook or needle in hand I

still have the very first dollrsquos apron I

made with her

Lenna Green of

Little Green Cottage

Tap here to view

Photo Gallery

I cannot count my day complete lsquotil

needle thread and fabric meet

Step into my garden Step in and youll see

A measure of peace And tranquility

Its the scent of the blossoms The buzz of the bees

The sweet song of birds As they sing in the trees

Author Unknown

DESIGNED BY LENNA GREEN

COTTAGE GARDEN PURSE

It was from these visits that my love for making things grew My mother is also

a very keen knitter and encouraged my creating from a very early age despite

the mess and half finished projects everywhere

I started my own website business Stitching Cow after coming to the realization

that life should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heart A

challenge is something that I have always enjoyed and I had a burning desire to

build a business from scratch Following my passion and creative streak seemed

to be the logical choice for the business Itrsquos thrilling to see an idea become a

reality and to watch my business grow Each day I learn something new it

makes life very interesting I also love working from home because it allows me

to work around family activities and suits my lifestyle

Concentrating my efforts on mastering new technology has enabled me to

connect and provide a service to people from all over the world The Internet

has definitely made the world a smaller place and each day I am reminded how

wonderful this is

I get a real buzz from meeting like minded people who are passionate about

sewing Itrsquos a wonderful feeling when I can inspire a fellow sewer with a new

design or teach them a new skill It gives me a sense of achievement to know

that I have inspired them or helped them learn something that could benefit

them with their craft for years to come Itrsquos all about sharing and helping

people thatrsquos what is really important

ldquoLife should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heartrdquo

Designer Profile Therersquos a tremendous amount of

enjoyment and relaxation that can be

gained from sewing and craft

particularly during the evenings when

the household is winding down from

the dayrsquos activities It has always been

an important part of my life

Irsquom very much in love with the process

of creating something new and Irsquom

often busy sketching an idea that has

popped into my head

My hands like to be busy and I rarely

watch TV without working on

something

I love creating so much that it seemed

natural to make it my full time job

This allows me to stitch and sew

whenever I please

My grandmother was very artistic and

crafty and thankfully she lived around

the corner from me during my

childhood This meant that I could visit

her often She was always making or

painting something and she loved to

set me up by her side with paintbrush

crocheting hook or needle in hand I

still have the very first dollrsquos apron I

made with her

Lenna Green of

Little Green Cottage

Tap here to view

Photo Gallery

Step into my garden Step in and youll see

A measure of peace And tranquility

Its the scent of the blossoms The buzz of the bees

The sweet song of birds As they sing in the trees

Author Unknown

DESIGNED BY LENNA GREEN

COTTAGE GARDEN PURSE

It was from these visits that my love for making things grew My mother is also

a very keen knitter and encouraged my creating from a very early age despite

the mess and half finished projects everywhere

I started my own website business Stitching Cow after coming to the realization

that life should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heart A

challenge is something that I have always enjoyed and I had a burning desire to

build a business from scratch Following my passion and creative streak seemed

to be the logical choice for the business Itrsquos thrilling to see an idea become a

reality and to watch my business grow Each day I learn something new it

makes life very interesting I also love working from home because it allows me

to work around family activities and suits my lifestyle

Concentrating my efforts on mastering new technology has enabled me to

connect and provide a service to people from all over the world The Internet

has definitely made the world a smaller place and each day I am reminded how

wonderful this is

I get a real buzz from meeting like minded people who are passionate about

sewing Itrsquos a wonderful feeling when I can inspire a fellow sewer with a new

design or teach them a new skill It gives me a sense of achievement to know

that I have inspired them or helped them learn something that could benefit

them with their craft for years to come Itrsquos all about sharing and helping

people thatrsquos what is really important

ldquoLife should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heartrdquo

Designer Profile Therersquos a tremendous amount of

enjoyment and relaxation that can be

gained from sewing and craft

particularly during the evenings when

the household is winding down from

the dayrsquos activities It has always been

an important part of my life

Irsquom very much in love with the process

of creating something new and Irsquom

often busy sketching an idea that has

popped into my head

My hands like to be busy and I rarely

watch TV without working on

something

I love creating so much that it seemed

natural to make it my full time job

This allows me to stitch and sew

whenever I please

My grandmother was very artistic and

crafty and thankfully she lived around

the corner from me during my

childhood This meant that I could visit

her often She was always making or

painting something and she loved to

set me up by her side with paintbrush

crocheting hook or needle in hand I

still have the very first dollrsquos apron I

made with her

Lenna Green of

Little Green Cottage

Tap here to view

Photo Gallery

It was from these visits that my love for making things grew My mother is also

a very keen knitter and encouraged my creating from a very early age despite

the mess and half finished projects everywhere

I started my own website business Stitching Cow after coming to the realization

that life should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heart A

challenge is something that I have always enjoyed and I had a burning desire to

build a business from scratch Following my passion and creative streak seemed

to be the logical choice for the business Itrsquos thrilling to see an idea become a

reality and to watch my business grow Each day I learn something new it

makes life very interesting I also love working from home because it allows me

to work around family activities and suits my lifestyle

Concentrating my efforts on mastering new technology has enabled me to

connect and provide a service to people from all over the world The Internet

has definitely made the world a smaller place and each day I am reminded how

wonderful this is

I get a real buzz from meeting like minded people who are passionate about

sewing Itrsquos a wonderful feeling when I can inspire a fellow sewer with a new

design or teach them a new skill It gives me a sense of achievement to know

that I have inspired them or helped them learn something that could benefit

them with their craft for years to come Itrsquos all about sharing and helping

people thatrsquos what is really important

ldquoLife should be about following your dreams and whatrsquos in your heartrdquo

Designer Profile Therersquos a tremendous amount of

enjoyment and relaxation that can be

gained from sewing and craft

particularly during the evenings when

the household is winding down from

the dayrsquos activities It has always been

an important part of my life

Irsquom very much in love with the process

of creating something new and Irsquom

often busy sketching an idea that has

popped into my head

My hands like to be busy and I rarely

watch TV without working on

something

I love creating so much that it seemed

natural to make it my full time job

This allows me to stitch and sew

whenever I please

My grandmother was very artistic and

crafty and thankfully she lived around

the corner from me during my

childhood This meant that I could visit

her often She was always making or

painting something and she loved to

set me up by her side with paintbrush

crocheting hook or needle in hand I

still have the very first dollrsquos apron I

made with her

Lenna Green of

Little Green Cottage

Tap here to view

Photo Gallery

Cottage Garden Purse Designed by Lenna Green of Little Green Cottage

Approximate Size 4 frac12rdquo x 8rdquo (11cm x 20cm)

Step 1 ~ Cut a 5 x 7 rectangle from your main fabric

Trace the cottage and garden design onto the right side

of the fabric using a water soluble marker Include the

outer border line

For help with the stitches used in this project refer to the

embroidery stitch guide and the video demonstration

NB a frac14rdquo seam allowance has been used throughout this

project

STEP 1

Requirements List

10 x 12 (25cm x 30cm) main fabric 2 x 12 (5cm x 30cm) feature floral Two 2 x 7 (5cm x 17cm) patchwork fabric

10 square lining fabric 10 square medium weight batting 8 (20cm) metal zipper 4 (10cm) freezer paper Off cuts of felt for applique Five small buttons DMC embroidery threads 3369 Pine green 580 Moss green 927 Light grayblue 841 Beige brown 3859 Rosewood pink DMC embroidery thread to match each felt colour chosen 8 (20cm) length cord

Three decorative beads Small embroidery hoop (optional) Water soluble marker Quick vanishing marker No 9 crewel needle Rotary cutter mat and ruler General sewing supplies

Tap here to shop for requirements

Tap here for embroidery design

Handy Hint

Trace your shapes using a sharp tipped pencil and cut out on the line this will ensure your templates remain the correct size

Step 2 ~ Trace the applique shapes onto the dull side of the freezer paper

Cut out on the drawn line Iron each shape onto the right side of your felt

pieces Cut out each shape with a small pair of scissors

Step 3 ~ Position the felt shapes in place and applique one at a time using

a small Whip stitch and corresponding DMC thread colour Begin with the

chimney then the

main building roof

windows and door

Step 4 ~ Work the main flower stems using Back stitch (2 strands 3369)

Work the smaller stems using Straight stitch (2 strands 580) Work the

small flowers using French knots ( 2 strands 3 wraps 927) Work the

smoke trail using Running stitch (3 strands 841)

Step 5 ~ Trim back the embroidered panel to 3 frac12 x 5 frac34 Cut two strips

measuring 1 frac14 x 5 frac34 from the patchwork fabrics Cut one strip

measuring 1 frac14 x 9 frac12 from main fabric and one measuring 1 frac12 x 9 frac12

Cut one rectangle 5 x 5 frac34 from main fabric Cut one 2 x 9 frac12 from the

feature floral fabric Piece the shapes together pressing seams as you

work

STEP 2

STEP 4

STEP 5

Whip Stitch

Handy Hint

Baste pin or use fusible batting as an alternative to the spray adhesive

Step 6 ~ Cut a 9 square from the medium weight batting attach this to

the wrong side of the pieced panel using spray adhesive note that the bat-

ting should be positioned frac14 from the top and bottom raw edge

Step 7 ~ Use the quick vanishing marker to draw quilting lines frac14 from

the seam lines of the main fabrics as shown Quilt along each line using a

Running stitch (3 strands 3859) Sew the small buttons in place for the

flowers

Step 8 ~ Fold under the frac14 allowance on the top and bottom edge and

press Pin each folded edge along the zip matching seam lines Open the

zip and then secure ⅛ from the fold using a Running stitch (3 strands

3859) passing through all layers Turn through so the wrong side is showing

Pin sides and sew

Step 9 ~ Form base by measuring 1 from each corner mark with a drawn

line then sew along this line tie thread ends Trim back each corner to a frac14

seam

Step 10 ~ Cut a 9 x 9 frac12 rectangle from the lining fabric fold in half pin

then sew down each side NB the fold line should measure 9rdquo Form the

base as instructed in Step nine

STEP 7

STEP 8

STEP 9

STEP 10

Handy Hint

Match your thread colour to the lining fabric and use a fine needle when Slip stitching This will help to make your stitches less visible

Step 11 ~ Place the purse and lining wrong sides together Fold

under the raw edge and pin well attach to the zip using a small

invisible Slip stitch

Step 12 ~ Turn the purse through to the right side Fold the cord in

half and pass the loop through the zipper hole pass the ends

through the loop to secure

Thread the decorative beads onto each end and secure with a large

knot

Your purse is now complete

STEP 11

STEP 12

PURSE BACK

Slip Stitch

Video Demonstration How to work a perfect French knot

One of the hand embroidery stitches used in the Cottage Garden Purse is a French knot

Once mastered this versatile stitch can be used for a variety of different affects In the featured project this stitch is worked in a cluster of three to form a spray of dainty flowers Watch over my

shoulder as I demonstrate how to work a perfect French knot

Handy Hint

If your need to tug the needle through the fabric when working a French knot this indicates that your needle size is too small in relation to your thread thickness

Tap here to view video

Handy Hint

Baste pin or use fusible batting as an alternative to the spray adhesive

Step 6 ~ Cut a 9 square from the medium weight batting attach this to

the wrong side of the pieced panel using spray adhesive note that the bat-

ting should be positioned frac14 from the top and bottom raw edge

Step 7 ~ Use the quick vanishing marker to draw quilting lines frac14 from

the seam lines of the main fabrics as shown Quilt along each line using a

Running stitch (3 strands 3859) Sew the small buttons in place for the

flowers

Step 8 ~ Fold under the frac14 allowance on the top and bottom edge and

press Pin each folded edge along the zip matching seam lines Open the

zip and then secure ⅛ from the fold using a Running stitch (3 strands

3859) passing through all layers Turn through so the wrong side is showing

Pin sides and sew

Step 9 ~ Form base by measuring 1 from each corner mark with a drawn

line then sew along this line tie thread ends Trim back each corner to a frac14

seam

Step 10 ~ Cut a 9 x 9 frac12 rectangle from the lining fabric fold in half pin

then sew down each side NB the fold line should measure 9rdquo Form the

base as instructed in Step nine

STEP 7

STEP 8

STEP 9

STEP 10

Handy Hint

Match your thread colour to the lining fabric and use a fine needle when Slip stitching This will help to make your stitches less visible

Step 11 ~ Place the purse and lining wrong sides together Fold

under the raw edge and pin well attach to the zip using a small

invisible Slip stitch

Step 12 ~ Turn the purse through to the right side Fold the cord in

half and pass the loop through the zipper hole pass the ends

through the loop to secure

Thread the decorative beads onto each end and secure with a large

knot

Your purse is now complete

STEP 11

STEP 12

PURSE BACK

Slip Stitch

Video Demonstration How to work a perfect French knot

One of the hand embroidery stitches used in the Cottage Garden Purse is a French knot

Once mastered this versatile stitch can be used for a variety of different affects In the featured project this stitch is worked in a cluster of three to form a spray of dainty flowers Watch over my

shoulder as I demonstrate how to work a perfect French knot

Handy Hint

If your need to tug the needle through the fabric when working a French knot this indicates that your needle size is too small in relation to your thread thickness

Tap here to view video

Handy Hint

Match your thread colour to the lining fabric and use a fine needle when Slip stitching This will help to make your stitches less visible

Step 11 ~ Place the purse and lining wrong sides together Fold

under the raw edge and pin well attach to the zip using a small

invisible Slip stitch

Step 12 ~ Turn the purse through to the right side Fold the cord in

half and pass the loop through the zipper hole pass the ends

through the loop to secure

Thread the decorative beads onto each end and secure with a large

knot

Your purse is now complete

STEP 11

STEP 12

PURSE BACK

Slip Stitch

Video Demonstration How to work a perfect French knot

One of the hand embroidery stitches used in the Cottage Garden Purse is a French knot

Once mastered this versatile stitch can be used for a variety of different affects In the featured project this stitch is worked in a cluster of three to form a spray of dainty flowers Watch over my

shoulder as I demonstrate how to work a perfect French knot

Handy Hint

If your need to tug the needle through the fabric when working a French knot this indicates that your needle size is too small in relation to your thread thickness

Tap here to view video

Video Demonstration How to work a perfect French knot

One of the hand embroidery stitches used in the Cottage Garden Purse is a French knot

Once mastered this versatile stitch can be used for a variety of different affects In the featured project this stitch is worked in a cluster of three to form a spray of dainty flowers Watch over my

shoulder as I demonstrate how to work a perfect French knot

Handy Hint

If your need to tug the needle through the fabric when working a French knot this indicates that your needle size is too small in relation to your thread thickness

Tap here to view video

Finding Inspiration The garden has long been a rich source of inspiration

for those who love to create

For centuries all kinds of gardens and flowers have been depicted from the exquisite to the more humble Whether

your passion is hand embroidery crochet knitting or sewing you will find a design that is reminiscent of the garden

Designer Judy Newman once wrote ldquoGardening and embroidery seem to go together they both require an investment

in time and patience but the rewards are great and include the pleasure of watching something beautiful growrdquo

When next you take a stroll in the garden let your imagination stir Enjoy all that nature has to offer and let it guide you

in your own creative pursuits

Requirements List

Two 5rdquo (13cm) squares of fabric one dark one light

Marking pen

Matching thread for sewing machine

Matching thread for hand sewing

Small bead or button for centre

Small brooch back or small metal hair clip

General sewing accessories

This little folded fabric brooch will look so pretty on

your favourite jumper or vest or if you wish you can

simply attach a hair clip and it becomes a great little

accessory for your hair

Folded Fabric Brooch Designed by Janice Kellaway

Approximate Size 2rdquo square (5cm)

NB a frac14rdquo seam allowance has been used throughout this project

Step 1 ~ Use the template provided and cut a 4frac12rdquo circle from the two fabrics you

have selected Be sure to choose a dark and light fabric which will give your brooch a

contrast

With the right sides together sew around the two fabrics leaving a small opening to

turn through Trim to a scant ⅛rdquo seam allowance Turn through to the right side and

use a blunt tool (a chopstick works well) to push out the seams Iron then fold in the

seam allowance and use a small invisible stitch to close the opening

Step 2 ~ Mark the circle first the centre then quarter mark on the edge

Step 3 ~ Starting in the centre bring a matching thread up through the centre from

the back and pick up a few threads of fabric Sew back down into the centre then up

to the front again Pass the needle between the fabric layers out to one of the edge

marks Work three stitches to catch the fabric then fold and catch the edge to the

centre and secure Continue in this manner catching all edge markings

Turn the pleats to reveal the fabric inside You may have to adjust these so they are all

sitting the same With your thread still connected at the centre sew a small feature

button or bead to complete the front

Turn the brooch over to attach a pin and your brooch is complete

As an alternative you can attach a folded metal hair clip or centre a hair tie to the

back

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Tap here for pattern template

Tap here to shop for requirements

Requirements List

Two 5rdquo (13cm) squares of fabric one dark one light

Marking pen

Matching thread for sewing machine

Matching thread for hand sewing

Small bead or button for centre

Small brooch back or small metal hair clip

General sewing accessories

This little folded fabric brooch will look so pretty on

your favourite jumper or vest or if you wish you can

simply attach a hair clip and it becomes a great little

accessory for your hair

Folded Fabric Brooch Designed by Janice Kellaway

Approximate Size 2rdquo square (5cm)

NB a frac14rdquo seam allowance has been used throughout this project

Step 1 ~ Use the template provided and cut a 4frac12rdquo circle from the two fabrics you

have selected Be sure to choose a dark and light fabric which will give your brooch a

contrast

With the right sides together sew around the two fabrics leaving a small opening to

turn through Trim to a scant ⅛rdquo seam allowance Turn through to the right side and

use a blunt tool (a chopstick works well) to push out the seams Iron then fold in the

seam allowance and use a small invisible stitch to close the opening

Step 2 ~ Mark the circle first the centre then quarter mark on the edge

Step 3 ~ Starting in the centre bring a matching thread up through the centre from

the back and pick up a few threads of fabric Sew back down into the centre then up

to the front again Pass the needle between the fabric layers out to one of the edge

marks Work three stitches to catch the fabric then fold and catch the edge to the

centre and secure Continue in this manner catching all edge markings

Turn the pleats to reveal the fabric inside You may have to adjust these so they are all

sitting the same With your thread still connected at the centre sew a small feature

button or bead to complete the front

Turn the brooch over to attach a pin and your brooch is complete

As an alternative you can attach a folded metal hair clip or centre a hair tie to the

back

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Tap here for pattern template

Tap here to shop for requirements

Share with coffee hellip

Book Review Scandinavian Needlecraft

Clare Youngs

Five chapters of beautifully presently needlecraft projects includes projects for bags gifts and decorations the kitchen clothes and accessories and soft furnishings

Step by step instructions and stitch guides for each project with all the information required to complete these classic and contemporary projects

Natural fibres are one of my favourite materials to work with especially

felt so when I came across Scandinavian Needlecraft I was so excited to

find beautiful needlework on felt wool and linen The projects are

practical pretty and functional and make great handmade gifts I love the

wool felt mittens and the felt baby bootsmdashgreat gifts and so much fun to

make and embroider

Tap here to read more about this book

A compulsive maker I have been making objects in a variety of media for many years Originally I trained as a potter at

Camberwell College of Arts London Not having a kiln I started to make pieces using papier mache but for the last 8

years I have been consistently making felt Surface decoration is my passion and I love the variety of techniques which

can be achieved using the simple wool roving

FrouFrouFelt Karen writes

Meet our Etsy find for this issuehellip Karen Hughes

ETSY FIND

Tap here to visit Etsy Store

Requirements List

Feature fabric square 3frac34rdquo (10cm) Border one fabricmdashone strip frac34rdquo x 24rdquo (2cm x 61cm) Two 2frac14rdquo squares (6cm square) One 5frac12rdquo square (14cm square) Border two fabricmdashone strip frac34rdquo x 26rdquo (2cm x 66cm) Border three fabricmdashone strip 1rdquo x 28rdquo (25cm x 71cm) No 9 crewel needle DMC embroidery thread 321 Red 6rdquo (14 cm) square fusible batting Fibrefill stuffing Rotary cuttermat and ruler General sewing supplies

Bird in my Garden Pincushion Designed by Janice Kellaway

Approximate size 5rdquo (12cm) square NB a frac14rdquo seam allowance has been used throughout this project

Step 1 ~ Cut out the pattern template (octagon) then pin to your feature fabric making sure the feature is centred Cut out on the line (Seam allowance has been included)

From your first border fabric cut a strip frac34rdquo wide by 24rdquo long Cut into 8 pieces each measuring 3rdquo long Using a frac14rdquo seam sew each piece to the feature fabric commencing with the four corners then top and bottom left and right Press Using a ruler and rotary cutter trim to keep the octagonal shape

Step 2 ~ From your second border fabric cut a strip frac34rdquo wide by 26rdquo long Cut

into 8 pieces each measuring 3frac14rdquo long Sew to first border this time start at

the top then bottom left and right then the corners This gives a nice effect

around the feature Press Trim the excess fabric as before to keep the

octagonal shape

16

STEP 1

STEP 2

Pincushions are not only a necessity for someone who sews but they can

be fun to make and collect A pincushion can be any shape or size and for

me I love the diversity in style and design for such a simple practical item

I hope this little pincushion becomes part of your collection

Tap here to shop for requirements

Tap here for pattern template

Handy Hint

Finely crushed walnut shells can be used as an alternative filling for pincushions

Step 3 ~ From your third border fabric cut a strip 1rdquo wide by 28rdquo long

Cut into eight 3frac12rdquo pieces Sew onto border two in the same manner as

border one (ie corners first top and bottom left and right) Press Trim

excess fabric as for previous borders

Step 4 ~ Cut two squares of fabric 2frac14rdquo (the same fabric as border one

fabric) cutting each square diagonally into triangles Sew to the corners

of your octagon to make square Press and trim to 5frac12rdquo

Step 5 ~ Iron the 5frac12rdquo (14cm) square of fusible batting to the back of

your front panel quilt around the feature using a small Running stitch

(1 strand 321)

Step 6 ~ Cut a 5frac12rdquo square from the same fabric as border one and the

corners With right sides facing sew the two pieces together leaving a

small gap to turn and fill Trim the inside corners to a scant ⅛rdquo to

remove the bulk of fabric Turn to the right side using a blunt tool to

push out the corners to give a nice smooth square Fill with Fibrefill

Whip stitch the opening closed with matching thread Your beautiful

Bird in My Garden Pincushion is complete

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

STEP 6

Whip Stitch

Running Stitch

Anna Marie bird indooroutdoor pillow with

intricate embroidery adding sculptured and

soft effect

EMBROIDERED

Fill these decorative terrariums with potted

plants a collection of natural objects or

holiday ornaments

TERRARIUMS

These leather gloves are washable and very

stylish with a floral trim

GLOVES

Portmeirion Botanic Garden Staffordshire Jug

with Cyclamen detail simply stunning

JUG

Letrsquos Decorate

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Anna Marie bird indooroutdoor pillow with

intricate embroidery adding sculptured and

soft effect

EMBROIDERED

Fill these decorative terrariums with potted

plants a collection of natural objects or

holiday ornaments

TERRARIUMS

These leather gloves are washable and very

stylish with a floral trim

GLOVES

Portmeirion Botanic Garden Staffordshire Jug

with Cyclamen detail simply stunning

JUG

Letrsquos Decorate

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Requirements List

Wool felt sizes 5rdquo x 10rdquo (12cm x 25cm heart 3rdquo square (8cm) bird body 2rdquo square (5cm) bird wing 10rdquo (25cm) length string for hanger frac14rdquo x 15rdquo (5mm x 38cm) length feature ribbon Fibrefill stuffing small bell

DMC embroidery threads 371 Mustard green 435 844 612 839 Browns 642 Beige gray 822 Cream Water soluble marker Applique pins General sewing supplies

Sweet Little Heart Hanger Designed by Lenna Green

Approximate Size 3 frac12rdquo x 4rdquo (8cm x 10cm)

Step 1 ~ Cut out the pattern templates supplied then pin to the wool felt

You will need two heart shapes one wing and one body shape

Cut out each shape with a small pair of sharp scissors

Step 2 ~ Pin the bird body to the centre of one of the hearts Applique in

place using small Blanket stitch (1 strand 844)

Pin the wing shape in place and applique in the same manner (1 strand

642)

Work three Straight stitches on the tip of the wing

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For help with the stitches used in

this project refer to the

embroidery stitch guide

STEP 1

STEP 2

This sweet little hanger combines simple hand embroidery and applique

Hang it from a door handle in your home to add that special home

decorating touch

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Step 3 ~ Use a water soluble marker to free hand draw the branches onto

the felt Draw the birdrsquos beak as well Use the pattern supplied as a reference

guide

Step 4 ~ Work the branches using a Back stitch (4 strands 839)

Step 5 ~ Work the leaves using a Detached Chain stitch (3 strands 371)

Step 6 ~ Work the birdrsquos eye using a single French Knot (3 strands 3 wraps

612) Work the beak outline using two Straight stitches then fill with Straight

stitches (3 strands 435)

Step 7 ~ Pin the two heart shapes together right side showing Work a

small Whip stitch catching both layers together (1 strand 822) Attach the

bell to the bottom of the heart and the looped string to the top as you sew

Leave an opening and fill with fibrefill then continue to Whip stitch the

opening closed

Step 8 ~ Tie the feature ribbon in a bow and then sew to the top of the

heart

Handy Hint

Once your Sweet Heart Hanger is complete remove any visible markings with a damp cloth

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

STEP 6

Whip Stitch

Add a hand-stitched touch to decorating with this

delicately detailed stamped lap quilt kit

EMBROIDERY KIT

A must have vintage styled craft tin full of pretty

embellishments Something for every project

EMBELLISHMENTS

Create your own faerie garden with this kit

everything supplied for the garden

FAERIE GARDEN

This beautiful Berties Bows ribbon features a small

rose print sure to be a crafters delight

ROSES RIBBON

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Add a hand-stitched touch to decorating with this

delicately detailed stamped lap quilt kit

EMBROIDERY KIT

A must have vintage styled craft tin full of pretty

embellishments Something for every project

EMBELLISHMENTS

Create your own faerie garden with this kit

everything supplied for the garden

FAERIE GARDEN

This beautiful Berties Bows ribbon features a small

rose print sure to be a crafters delight

ROSES RIBBON

Letrsquos Create

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ldquoHave nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautifulrdquo

William Morris

Moda Lulu Watercolor Garden Sunshine Fabric Adore your home with a project made from this

gorgeous fabric 100 cotton

FABRIC FIND

Tap here to view this fabric

Requirements List

15mm crochet hook

DMC Pearl cotton of your colour choice

Small buttons

Hair Slides

Glue gun

Tapestry needle

Crocheted Flower Hair Slides Designed by Lenna Green

These sweet hair slides are so quick and easy to make that it is hard to

stop at just one Refer to the crochet guide for stitches used

Step 1 ~ Work 5 chain and slip stitch into first chain to form a ring

Step 2 ~ 1st round - Work 7 double crochet into the ring join with a slip

stitch

Step 3 ~ 2nd round - Work 5 chain and slip stitch to join in next double

crochet stitch to form the first petal

Continue until you have 8 petals then slip stitch to join and fasten off

keeping thread end long

Step 4 ~ Thread the long end and use the tapestry needle to secure the

small button to the flower centre

Sew the flower onto the end of the hair slide use the glue gun to

secure so that the flower does not move around

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

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PINTEREST FAVOURITE FINDS

Strawberry pincushion free pattern by All Free Crochet

Gnome Goodness made from felt free pattern by Skip and Scatter

Flower Girl Embroidery free pattern by Stitch Craft Create Blog

Crochet this cute little hedgehog free pattern by One Man Crochet

Delightful pumpkins perfect for Halloween decorating free pattern and tutorial by All Things Simple

PINTEREST FAVOURITE FINDS

Get sewing and get growing with these garden containers free pattern by Country Sampler

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Back Stitch Straight Stitch

French Knot Lazy Daisy Stitch also

known as Detached Chain

Running Stitch Blanket Stitch

EMBROIDERY STITCH GUIDE

CROCHET STITCH GUIDE

A

B

A

A

B

Chain Stitch (CH)

A) Wrap the yarn over the hook in an anticlockwise

direction

B) Draw the yarn through to form a loop without

tightening up the previous one

Make as many chain as required

Slip Stitch (SL ST)

A) Insert the hook into the work as shown wrap the

yarn over the hook draw the yarn through the work

and the loop on the hook in one movement

Double Crochet (DC)

A) Insert the hook into the work wrap the yarn

over the hook and draw the yarn through the

work only

B) Wrap the yarn over again and draw the yarn

through both loops on the hook

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CROCHET STITCH GUIDE

A

B

A

A

B

Chain Stitch (CH)

A) Wrap the yarn over the hook in an anticlockwise

direction

B) Draw the yarn through to form a loop without

tightening up the previous one

Make as many chain as required

Slip Stitch (SL ST)

A) Insert the hook into the work as shown wrap the

yarn over the hook draw the yarn through the work

and the loop on the hook in one movement

Double Crochet (DC)

A) Insert the hook into the work wrap the yarn

over the hook and draw the yarn through the

work only

B) Wrap the yarn over again and draw the yarn

through both loops on the hook

29

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Newsletter We personally invite you to be a part of our friendly community

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Well also treat you to some special membership perks

TAP HERE NOW

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Photography The cover photography and the photography featured on pages 4 27 and 30 of Kindred Stitches has been supplied by Lisa Kuilenburg

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