Cross Stitch - 12 Fun Projects to Make

This fabulously cool collection of cross stitch brings together quirky modern styles and traditional techniques. Suitable for beginners and as a source of inspiration for experienced cross-stitchers, designs and projects will appeal to both men and women alike. A useful techniques section explains all the necessary basic skills and materials required, and shows you how to create designs from scratch. There is also a selection of themed designs that can be used for the projects in the book or for anything else you’d like to customize. The projects are wide-ranging, from buttons and brooches, to watch straps and customised clothes. All are presented in step-by-step form, with clear photographs to follow. .
Projects: buttons, badges, hair bobbles, needle case, mini samplers, greetings card, gadget case, coasters, pop art canvases, eye mask, watch strap, customised clothing AUTHOR: Sarah Fordham graduated from university in 2005 with a BA (hons) degree in Fine Art. With a love for all things vintage, she has since focused on making cross-stitch jewellery and accessories, and is best known for her outrageous oversized badges, as worn by the likes of British television presenter, Fearne Cotton.