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Skys the limit!

Bring the outdoors in with this quirky mobile, guaranteed to

bring you sunshine all year round, whatever the weather!
Designed by Lisa Reakes

Sky mobile
DMC Anchor Madeira

Cross stitch in two strands

2402
Z blanc 2

b 151 73 404

s 209 98 803

2 211 342 801

J 317 400 1714

t 351 10 214

9 704 255 1308

< 741 304 202

y 743 302 113

3 762 234 1804

I 947 330 205

Q 3733 75 605

k 3799 236 1713

E 3839 175 902

6 3840 130 907
Backstitch in one strand
3799 236 1713
Whole stitches only
Max. stitch count 26 (h) x 40 (w)
Design area on 14-count fabric

5x7.5cm (1x2in)
Stitched by Judy Davies

StitchTime

20-25
hrs
(For the set)

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Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle
Fabric - A piece of Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for
each design. To buy, visit www.sewandso.co.uk, or call 01453 889 988
Extras - Wooden hoop, cord and wadding from high street stores

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Perfect for beginners

Whole cross stitch
Backstitch

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Make your own sky mobile!

Cut out your stitched designs leaving a border of at least

two squares, then pin a length of string to the back piece,
making sure the string hangs approx 2cm (in) over the top.

Pin the front and back pieces together with right sides facing,
making sure the designs line up. Machine-stitch together
along the outline, leaving a small gap along one edge.

Next, turn your stitching through to the right side, as shown

above. The string should be firmly sewn into the top of your
stitched shape to enable you to hang it from the wooden hoop.

Stuff the design generously with wadding to give it a lovely

padded shape. Use a knitting needle or pencil to help you
push the wadding firmly into all the corners.

Tuck the rough edges of the gap inside the shape, pinning if
necessary. By hand, slipstitch the gap closed, being careful
not to pull your stitches too tight.

Your shape is now complete! Tie the string to a painted

wooden hoop and repeat steps 1-5 with the remaining
shapes. Hang from the ceiling and admire your work!