Looking pretty on kitchen wall Today I've finished this picture for my kitchen. A combination of cross-stitch and random scraps as a border I'm rather pleased with how it's turned out. I began it as the frame was redundant, a colour change in the lounge meant neither the dark wood frame or red-themed picture fitted. After realising the box frame held potential I began to think what I could put inside. All ready to fit the frame I came across the little cross-stitch picture on Pinterest. The cr0ss-stitch design is by Amanda Gregory and is a free chart for personal use. There is added background detail in the design which I didn't add in as it was so tiny. It turned out much smaller than I was expecting! The outer square is the right size to fit in the box mount, so I had to find a way of filling the space. I used to do a lot of cross-stitch and have kept a basket full of supplies for years. Since I last used Aida my eyesight has deteriorat
Jan May
A caffeine fuelled fabric geek, I design and make my textile creations in my garden sewing studio in Southampton, UK. I add fabric to my sewing stash wherever I go, and I love to combine the latest prints with vintage pieces. I am the Carboot Queen and love to up-cycle whenever I can. I adore fabric and enjoy creating stitchery, appliqué and patchwork designs. Sewing my way through life one stitch at a time.