New Cottage Garden Threads colour conversions

One of the great joys of my work has been finding good people to work with – and Cottage Garden Threads are one of my favourite collaborators and friends. As an early champion of their beautiful threads (and an explorer of the innovative things we stitchers can do with them!), it’s heartwarming to see how…

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Stay Strong

A free design in thanks… Being part of the stitching community is such a privilege and a comfort. It’s been a difficult time, and I wanted to create a small design to offer you in thanks for your kindness, and to celebrate the resilience of even the most fragile-seeming life. I love those moments when…

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In the greenhouse

So many people have stitched and enjoyed “In the library” – it’s been such a joy to connect with other readers all over the world. I always intended to create another piece, and this one celebrates gardeners and plant lovers. I’m particularly thinking of my mother, who makes things bloom, and my sister, who makes…

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Vienna Roses

Adapted from an antique, and my birthday exclusive Many of you remember “Echoes of a Garden Past” from last year, which I released as a special birthday exclusive. I’ve seen so many beautiful people stitching it (and a couple of finishes!) and I’m so glad to hear how much you’re enjoying such a special piece.…

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