Inspirations Magazine 124

Get ready for Christmas with the cutest angels, stunning stumpwork and fun counted thread ornaments, and a Christmas stocking.

Meet Betty, the latest in Tania Cohen’s enchanting series of beetle brooches, and a fabulous goldwork frog to add to your accessory collection.

You’ll also discover a beautiful solution for decorating your Christmas table and a divine Reticella project to enjoy throughout the year. Featured Projects

‘Inspirations Issue 124’ features the following projects: Mistletoe & Holly by Anna Scott

Ornaments with stumpwork sprigs of mistletoe and holly in classic Christmas colours. Festive Table by Fumie Suzuki

Whitework table linen with baubles in Hedebo embroidery amongst sprays of foliage. Betty Beetle by Tania Cohen

The latest in a series of elegant and fun brooches showcasing goldwork techniques. Christmas Treats by Betsy Morgan

Double the joys of counted thread stitching with clever ornaments that are also pincushions. Rana by Maria Clara Warschauer

Little frog in three-dimensional goldwork using coloured metal purls. Little Angels by Naomi Small

Enchanting pair of angels made with delicately embellished felt. Reticella Rose by Di Kirchner

Beautiful linen needlework accessories featuring reticella motifs. Hark the Herald Angels by Taetia McEwen

Christmas stocking inspired by a classic carol and utilising a raised stitch pattern.