Cross Stitch Herbs, Fruit and Flowers

Cross stitch is one of the easiest embroidery stitches to master, and can be used to create beautiful designs in a range of contemporary styles. In this pretty little book, the author, Sophie Helene, presents over 50 colourful designs based on herbs, fruit and flowers, together with ideas and inspiration for incorporating them into cushions, napkins, bags, samplers and pictures to decorate the home. Each pattern is presented as an easy-to-follow chart, with a key showing the thread colours used. At the end of the book there is information on the methods and materials used, as well as guidance on creating cross-stitch designs of your own, making this a fabulous resource for cross stitchers of all abilities.

Both titles by Sophie Helene, published by Search Press this year, will delight lovers of cross stitch. Each book contains attractive, full colour charts for over 50 designs with suggestions for use along with comprehensive technical tips and information. Modestly priced at GBP7.99 each, they are useful and inspiring for both the beginner and more advanced embroiderer.-East Kent Embroiderers' Guild