the basics Gift Set Cross Stitched Appliqué Holly Motif Set Designer: Louise Nichols Page: 44 What is...redwork? CUT OUT AND KEEP!

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the basics USE THESE TEMPLATES TO GET STARTED RIGHT AWAY ON THE PROJECTS WITHIN SEW CUT OUT AND KEEP!

uk Appliqué Holly Motif Set Designer: Louise Nichols Page: 44 This little book is ideal for making all of those important notes over the festive period

This one is appliquéd with a small holly design it's easy to make and looks great, with a matching bag to stow it in when not in use.

features a small decorative cross stitch motif worked in red embroidery thread in a simple nod towards traditional 'redwork' stitching and Nordic design.

1 the basics USE THESE TEMPLATES TO GET STARTED RIGHT AWAY ON THE PROJECTS WITHIN SEW CUT OUT AND KEEP! Download and print all of the motifs for FREE at Appliqué Holly Motif Set Designer: Louise Nichols Page: 44 This little book is ideal for making all of those important notes over the festive period shopping lists, ingredients, and even keeping track of all those Christmas parties! This one is appliquéd with a small holly design it's easy to make and looks great, with a matching bag to stow it in when not in use. Some of these templates have been reduced in size to get them back up to full measurements, simply use a photocopier to enlarge them by the amount indicated beside the template. Make in an evening stitched set Cross Stitched Gift Set Designer: Helen Philipps Page: 34 Modern take on traditional Nordic style This gorgeous gift bag features a small decorative cross stitch motif worked in red embroidery thread in a simple nod towards traditional 'redwork' stitching and Nordic design. Whether it's used to stash away festive trinkets or present a Christmas gift, it'll add an extra special personal touch. DMC: 3801 What is...redwork? Redwork is a form of embroidery that originated in Europe in the late 19th Century. It is so called due to the bright red thread used to create the designs which are usually made from thin, simple embroidery stitches such as back stitch and stem stitch. Colourfast red dye was a novelty at the time, which drummed up popularity for this pretty style. 80

Christmas Coasters Designer: Lucinda Ganderton Page: 60 Made from hardy wool felt and a handful of trimmings such as ric rac, buttons and thread, these embroidered napkin rings and coasters will add

Cutting the shapes from felt rather than regular woven fabric means there'll be no frayed edges and no need to seam before use.

2 Christmas Coasters Designer: Lucinda Ganderton Page: 60 Made from hardy wool felt and a handful of trimmings such as ric rac, buttons and thread, these embroidered napkin rings and coasters will add a touch of colour to any festive table, whilst keeping your surfaces clean. Cutting the shapes from felt rather than regular woven fabric means there'll be no frayed edges and no need to seam before use. Stash-buster Medley sew templates Designer: Corinne Bradd Page: 66 Enlarge by 154% full size 22cm Pre-cut fabrics needn't be reserved for large scale quilting projects they're a fantastic resource for smaller projects too, as designer Corinne Bradd demonstrates with these mini-makes. Make a pot holder set, a neat coin purse, a plush toy, a traditional pin cushion and even a mini tote bag from just one stash bundle. DON T MISS! Fab fat quarter bundle and Cath Kidston book FREE when you subcribe p68 Last minute Christmas project DOG EAR Cut four TAIL 81

POSITION FOR RIC RAC COSY from wadding, lining and calico POSITION FOR RIC RAC Combine traditional techniques

traditional techniques such as appliqué and embroidery to create a modern redwork design.

techniques such as French knots, star stitch and back stitch. HEART Cut seven How to.

Wrap the thread around the needle tip twice and take the needle back through the fabric where it came up.

3 POSITION FOR RIC RAC COSY from wadding, lining and calico POSITION FOR RIC RAC Combine traditional techniques RedworkTea Cosy Designer: Ellen Kharade Page: 42 Enlarge by 115% full size 29cm This pretty tea cosy draws on traditional techniques such as appliqué and embroidery to create a modern redwork design. Padded with lightweight wadding it will keep your drinks warm and gives you opportunity to practice various techniques such as French knots, star stitch and back stitch. HEART Cut seven How to... French Knots 1Bring the thread to the surface at the position for the knot. Wrap the thread around the needle tip twice and take the needle back through the fabric where it came up. 2Ease the knot on to the surface of the fabric, holding it steady whilst pulling the needle through to the wrong side. Stitch to secure or return to the surface for next French knot

Super quick Christmas make For more festive fabrics see our Habby Guide on page 48 Fabric Decorations Designer: Lorraine Scott Page: 52 This set of stuffed fabric tree decorations will look

4 Super quick Christmas make For more festive fabrics see our Habby Guide on page 48 Fabric Decorations Designer: Lorraine Scott Page: 52 This set of stuffed fabric tree decorations will look fantastic, adding a touch of handmade charm to your festive décor. The matching gift tags will give any present a thoughtful, personal touch why not stitch the name of the recipient onto the front for an extra unique look? TAG Stitching guide HEART Stitching guide STOCKING Stitching guide Appliqué tips n Carefully press your fabric pieces before stitching for a neat finish. n Use a variety of machine or hand stitches to get different effects. n Back the fabrics with fusible webbing to secure them to the work and prevent the edges from fraying. n For really neat edges use felt to create your designs. 83

create your own dolls later on? How to...resize your templates This pattern needs to be enlarged in order to use it.

5 Stitched Festive Dolls Designer: Ellen Kharade Page: 75 Enlarge by 143% full size 18.5cm (Doll Body) Both of these stuffed fabric doll toys use many of the same pattern pieces the body, arms and legs are all used for both Santa and the Angel why not cut out and keep the template to create your own dolls later on? How to...resize your templates This pattern needs to be enlarged in order to use it. To do this, change the 'copy ratio' of the machine to that given in the text above the template for example, if your pattern piece needs to be increased by 40%, change the copier ratio to 140% - that is, 100% (the size of the original) plus the 40% needed to bring it up to the new, increased size. Alternatively, if you have a scanner connected to your computer you can use this to resize your templates, utilising the software provided with the machine. This method can be used to enlarge or shrink any of the templates included within Sew magazine. Seam allowance Seam allowance LEGS Cut four for each doll SANTA BODY ANGEL BODY for each doll Fabric change Fabric change Fabric change ARMS Cut four for each doll SANTA JACKET Front Back Cut one on fold ANGEL WINGS Centre back Seam allowance SANTA HAT QuickTIP Fabric can be torn along the grain for a superstraight edge this is often done in fabric shops, where the cutter will snip a small tear in the edge of the bolt then rip however much is needed from the roll quickly and neatly. Centre Line Backstitch SANTA SLEEVES 84

Appliqué Christmas Stockings Designer: Ellen Kharade Page: 78 Enlarge by 154% full size 38cm These fabric stockings will make a fantastic heirloom to be passed down to the younger generation

This project uses fusible webbing on the reverse on the fabric.

6 Appliqué Christmas Stockings Designer: Ellen Kharade Page: 78 Enlarge by 154% full size 38cm These fabric stockings will make a fantastic heirloom to be passed down to the younger generation embroider their names to personalise them or even get the little ones involved and let them decorate their own with felt appliqué shapes, sequins and even fabric paint. Why use FUSIBLE WEBBING? This project uses fusible webbing on the reverse on the fabric. Not only does this act as an adhesive, adhering the appliqué motif pieces to the backing, but it strengthens the shapes and prevents fraying. LINING STOCKINGS sew templates Make for all the family sew smart For best results when embroidering, use a hoop to hold the fabric taut whilst you work the stitches. To prevent the fabric from slipping in the hoop, wrap the inner hoop with a narrow strip of plain, undyed fabric such as calico, securing the end with a few stitches or a piece of masking tape. 85

Fat Quarter Makes Designer: Corinne Bradd Page: 50 Enlarge by 154% full size 20m Combine techniques such as patchwork, appliqué, machine and hand sewing to create a selection of festive treats that

STOCKING HEART Button Collar Designer: Lisa Steed Davey Page: 30 Enlarge by 160% full size 21cm Make vintage buttons the star of the show with this pretty collar necklace.

7 Fat Quarter Makes Designer: Corinne Bradd Page: 50 Enlarge by 154% full size 20m Combine techniques such as patchwork, appliqué, machine and hand sewing to create a selection of festive treats that can be worked up in no time. With a little imagination you can get a wide range of different projects from one festive fat quarter bundle. STOCKING HEART Button Collar Designer: Lisa Steed Davey Page: 30 Enlarge by 160% full size 21cm Make vintage buttons the star of the show with this pretty collar necklace. Just as effective as gemstones or beads, these glass buttons are stitched onto simple felt to create a sophisticated collar and bracelet that are sure to get you noticed. LARGE CUFF Cut three in black felt Cut one in fusible webbing SMALL CUFF Cut one in net LARGE COLLAR Cut three from black felt Cut one from fusible webbing SMALL COLLAR Cut one from net SHARE YOUR MAKES AND CHAT WITH US ON FACEBOOK AT ON TWITTER! 86

STITCH A FLAMINGO 88 sewmag.co.uk

STITCH A FLAMINGO 88 sewmag.co.uk DOWNLOAD TEMPLATES ONLINE Essentials Fabric, pink: spotty, light shade; dark shade; stripe; circles Felt: black; light pink; hot pink Thread: embroidery, white; sewing, coordinating Buttons, 12mm, two