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Afternoon tea - a quintessential British tradition

In issue 230 (which is in the shops right now) we've featured a glorious tea-time project with elegant teacups and dainty pattens to revive the age old tradition of 'afternoon tea'.

If you look closely you'll notice we said that we said there would be more exclusive charts online... well, here they are chaps! Click here to download two extra teacup charts to add to your collection.

What's best is that these china beauties won't break so I guess you could say they're 'child-friendly' too... not that we suggest sticky mitts should go anywhere near them.

This set it strictly for ladies of distinction.
Enjoy.

Psst! If you haven't yet picked up a copy of issue 230, it's on sale until the 8th September 2010 so don't miss out!

Posted by Charlie Moorby
Tuesday August 17, 2010

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Download your freebie Father's Day chart!

It's that time of year again and with Father's Day the next notable event on our calendars it's time to start looking for something perfect to stitch for the man in your life... which is why we came up with four options for you to choose from.

In issue 226 (which is still available to buy from our back issues department here if you missed it) we featured three very different cards in the hope you'd find something suitable but now, as an extra special treat, we've got one more for you!

This cuddly little pair, which you can download for FREE right here!

So, you'd better get your needles and thread out - Father's Day is on the 20th June here in the UK.

Don't forget to send us a photo of what you end up stitching, we love to hear from you....

Posted by Charlie Moorby
Thursday June 03, 2010

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Now you can stitch and organise your life at the same time!

If you've already picked up your copy of issue 225 you'll have spotted these gorgeous household labels, designed by sampler queen Brenda Keyes. As a special treat for our website visitors (because we love you that much) we've got two extra charts for you to download right here. Enjoy!

PS: Got any bright ideas for more cross stitch projects for your home? Let us know your suggestions!

Posted by Harriet Brunsdon
Thursday March 25, 2010

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Make your own napkin holders

Have you been inspired by Rebecca's 'Make It' column in issue 218? Have a go at creating her elegant napkin holders – all the instructions are in the issue on page 82 – and download the gorgeous scrolly alphabet she used right here.

Posted by Harriet Brunsdon
Friday September 11, 2009

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Extra dandelion chart from issue 213

We've just uploaded the extra mini dandelion motif to go with Lesley Teare's gorgeous window blind design in issue 213. It's a super-quick stitch – perfect for a little gift tag or emergency card!

Posted by Harriet Brunsdon
Wednesday June 03, 2009

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Christmas pudding chart - issue 206

Click here to download the Christmas pudding chart and key from Joanne Sanderson's fab card collection in issue 206.

Make sure you send us your photos for a chance to win this month's On Your Marks prize!

Posted by Harriet Brunsdon
Wednesday October 15, 2008

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Doctor Who goes online!

We were completely bowled over by the popularity of the David Tennant chart in issue 189. We've had so many letters and comments and requests that we just had to put him online for you all, just in case you missed him last year.

Click here to download the chart and key, and happy stitching!

UPDATE:

Thanks to everyone who's contacted us about the David Tennant chart not downloading. We're currently in the process of renegotiating copyright permissions for this design, which takes quite a bit of time! We'll definitely let you know if we're able to get the chart back online for you. If you want to stitch the chart urgently, send us your contact details and we'll print a reader ad in the magazine for you.

Posted by Harriet Brunsdon
Wednesday June 18, 2008

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Free Siamese cat chart

We've joined up with Anchor to offer you another great free chart from their range. This Siamese cat design looks so sweet and should be quick to stitch, so makes the perfect design for a feline fan. Anchor have a huge selection of quality kits in their...

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Friday March 07, 2008

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198 Girl on swing design - green version

For those of you that would like to stitch our Girl on a Swing cover project in issue 198 with a green version of the dress you can now download the chart and key here. Click here to download the chart as a pdf

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Monday March 03, 2008

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Free floral chart from issue 197

If you enjoyed finding out how to design your own cross stitch on page 84 in issue 197 and you want to stitch the small flower motif we designed, look no further. Click here to download the chart

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Thursday February 07, 2008

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Little star extra charts from issue 197

In issue 197 DMC designed some very special Little Star motifs to add to items from their Ready-to-stitch range and just for our blog users we have a couple more charts for you to download. Click here to download your bonus charts If you'd like to try more...

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Tuesday February 05, 2008

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Purrfect Partners mount from issue 196

If you've just finished your perfect partners kit, free with issue 196 and you want to display it in style why not download a special mount to match the design! Click here to download the mount

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Tuesday January 15, 2008

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Extra chart for the 'cheers' coasters in issue 195

On page 61 in issue 195 of CrossStitcher you'll find three different coasters showing the word 'cheers' in English, Irish and German. Now you can add a french greeting to your set with this free bonus chart. Click here to download the chart

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Friday December 14, 2007

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Free Golden Labrador chart from Anchor

We've joined up with Anchor to offer you another great free chart from their range. This Golden Labrador design is the perfect thing for any canine fan and with the lovely selection of shades used, it's bound to be a treat to stitch. Anchor have a huge...

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Thursday December 06, 2007

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Special maia extract

To tie in with our 2008 CrossStitcher and maia diary , we've got an extract from one of the gorgeous new kits for you to stitch. The new maia range is packed with beautiful designs that you're sure to love, for more information click here This extract...

Posted by Sally Fitzgerald
Monday October 22, 2007

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Afternoon tea - a quintessential British tradition

Download your freebie Father's Day chart!

Now you can stitch and organise your life at the same time!

Make your own napkin holders

Extra dandelion chart from issue 213

Christmas pudding chart - issue 206

Doctor Who goes online!

Free Siamese cat chart

198 Girl on swing design - green version

Free floral chart from issue 197

Little star extra charts from issue 197

Purrfect Partners mount from issue 196

Extra chart for the 'cheers' coasters in issue 195

Free Golden Labrador chart from Anchor

Special maia extract

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