Whole stitches Backstitch For stitching advice turn to page 87 10 hours each Festive Project Quick gifts Experiment with waste canvas and stitch the kids these festive t-shirts by Lucie Heaton Little elves You will need: Stranded cotton as listed in the key Size 9 embroidery needle 14 count waste canvas, £3.95 per 20x22cm sheet Finishing touches: Plain white cotton child’s t-shirt Intermediate
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Whole stitches Backstitch
For stitching advice turn to page 87 10hours each
FestiveProject
Quick gifts
Experiment with waste canvas and stitch the
kids these festive t-shirts by Lucie Heaton
Little elves
You will need: Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Size 9 embroidery needle
14 count waste canvas, £3.95 per 20x22cm sheet
Finishing touches: Plain white cotton child’s t-shirt
Our designs have been stitched using 14 count waste canvas
Design stitch count 61 high x 66 wide
Design area 11x12cm (4¼x4¾in)
Tip Personalise itWhy not add a personal touch to the t-shirt? Try stitching your child’s name along the bottom of the design using our alphabet above.
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Instant expertSecure finishing When using waste canvas or it’s important to make sure your threads are started and finished securely. Be sure to keep the reverse of the design as neat as possible too. Loops or loose threads can be easily snagged, causing your hard work to unravel.