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Each issue of Stitch magazine takes you on an exciting, creative, textile journey... bringing you traditional embroidery techniques and a wealth of creative contemporary ideas.

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Season’s Greetings!

Winter Wreath • Adorned with elegant bows and golden accents, this stunning project is the perfect way to spend a snug winter evening — whether you’re crafting a heartfelt handmade gift or adding a festive touch to your home

Amelia Stitches • From a quiet lockdown pastime to a blossoming creative business, Amelia Rogers shares how embroidery became her passion, profession, and personal expression

Silk Shaded Reindeer • Create a festive masterpiece with this beautiful silk shaded reindeer. Embellished with holly berries and gold stars, and finished with 3D jingling bells, it makes a stunning addition to your seasonal décor

Arctic Dreams • Capture the quiet magic of winter with this peaceful polar bear scene, combining needle felting, appliqué and simple embroidery. Ideal for beginners, this calming project explores texture, depth and detail using just wool, felt and thread

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Kirstie Macleod • Artist Kirstie Macleod’s Red Dress project brought together 380 stitchers from 51 countries in a powerful, 14-year global collaboration celebrating identity, empowerment and the art of embroidery

Austen Artistry • This year marks 250 years since the birth of Jane Austen, and to honour the occasion, this thoughtful embroidery book cover project celebrates her enduring legacy — one defined by quiet strength, purposeful action, and timeless words

Crewel Cushion • Celebrate Scotland’s national flower with this beautiful pincushion, featuring sculptural mauve thistles and a timeless Celtic blessing — a perfect project to honour tradition and explore the intricate art of crewelwork

Scorpio 23rd October to 21st November • As part of our zodiac series, this issue celebrates Scorpio — a sign known for its passion, power and intensity. This striking design features fiery reds, vibrant oranges and shimmering golds, perfectly capturing the bold energy of this star sign

Festive Fir • Celebrate the season with this beautifully stitched Christmas tree, brought to life through intricate, lifelike details that capture the natural beauty of a classic evergreen

Border Textile Group A COMMUNITY WOVEN WITH CREATIVITY • In the heart of the Scottish Borders, a thriving group of textile enthusiasts gathers each month to share skills, swap stories, and celebrate creativity. From embroidery to felting, beginners to experts, the Border Textile Group proves that stitching is always better together

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Templates • All the templates, guides and patterns you will need to complete this issue’s projects. Please note the scale before starting.

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