{"id":257148,"date":"2026-07-13T15:20:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T12:20:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1kitap1.com\/en\/crossstitcher-issue-434-may-2026-crossstitcher\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T15:20:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T12:20:28","slug":"crossstitcher-issue-434-may-2026-crossstitcher","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/1kitap1.com\/en\/crossstitcher-issue-434-may-2026-crossstitcher\/","title":{"rendered":"CrossStitcher &#8211; Issue 434 May 2026 &#8211; CrossStitcher"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure style=\"text-align:center;margin:0 auto 1.5em;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/1kitap1.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/a856793c32963258.jpg\" alt=\" - Unknown book cover\" style=\"max-width:300px;width:100%;height:auto;box-shadow:0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,.25);border-radius:4px;\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Your materials pack contains: \u2022 Zweigart 14 count aida in Platinum \u2022 Skeins of DMC stranded cotton \u2022 Two gold-plated tapestry needles; size 24 and size 26 PLEASE NOTE: Backing fabric and cushion pad are not included in this pack How to order: Fill in the form on page 10 or go to www.willowfabrics.com to order your project pack at the CrossStitcher reader price of \u00a334.50, plus P&#038;P.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>WE COULDN\u2019T THINK of a bet er way of celebrating the month of May than sharing a woodland path full of bluebells. Designer Jenny Barton has beautifully captured the magical blue haze these pret y wild\ufb02 owers create as they carpet woodlands. We are lucky enough to live right next to a stretch of woodland and absolutely love our spring dog walks!<\/p>\n<p>Turn to page 56 to start stitching the star of our cover for yourself. This month also sees the return of our popular \u2018swatch samplers\u2019. From starry, starry nights to bold sun\ufb02 owers, Emma Congdon has captured Vincent Van Gogh\u2019s greatest hits in small swatches \u2013 see page 30. Each one is a mini project in itself, if you don\u2019t have all the stitching time you\u2019d like. Cross stitch is often about life\u2019s celebrations, so we have come up with a fun way to mark any occasion. Stitch a bot le of champagne with a popping cork \u2013 this design requires not one, but two frames!<\/p>\n<p>We hope you will enjoy stitching this to present at family events or to see someone o\ufb00 on a new adventure. Turn to page 62 to make a start. It is a great design to stitch and have on hand! Happy stitching! Spring sightings &#038; celebrations\u2026 www.crossstitchermag.com Follow us online! facebook.com\/CrossStitcherMag twitter.com\/XStitchmagazine Welcome Write to the editorial department at: CrossStitcher Magazine, PO Box 172, Northam, EX39 9DY FOR ALL SUBSCRIPTION ENQUIRIES Telephone: UK +44 (0)1778 392080 Email: subscriptions@warnersgroup.co.uk Issue 434 May 2026 56 YOUR CHARTS 16 2026 Stamps SAL A new design for every month 18 Celtic Comfort Irish blessings sampler 22 Satin Sparkle Hardanger purse with satin threads 25 Tea &#038; Sympathy Share our \u2018cheering cuppa\u2019 cards 30 Van Gogh Gallery Swatch sampler of famous works 38 Eternal Blooms Wildflower cushion 45 Letter Library Sweet shop 53 Welcome Home Charming house key case 56 Into The Woods Bluebell &#038; bunnies woodland path 62 Pop, Clink, Fizz!<\/p>\n<p>Champagne and cork hoops 65 Create A Classic: Sea View 72 Ready, Steady, Stitch Designer challenge 82 Take A Tea Break Quick chart for break time!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><em>This is a short excerpt from the opening of &ldquo;&rdquo; by Unknown, quoted for review and introduction purposes. 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