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But if you’re the kind of person who doesn’t have time for complicated crafts or dealing with other people, then this collection of 30 Gudetama-inspired designs are just for you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e First, you’ll learn cross-stitching basics including tools and techniques and how to read a cross-stitch chart. Then you’ll apply your new skills to a range of hilarious and lovable patterns organized into chapters like Lazy, Medium-Lazy, and Pay Attention—depending on how sluggish or motivated you’re feeling. Finally, you’ll be able to apply your masterpieces to projects like gift tags, greeting cards, and ornaments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Whether you’re an experienced cross-stitcher or new to the craft, you’ll find a variety of poses and patterns in this book that are accessible and easy to learn. With a little patience and practice, anyone can bring these Gudetama-inspired masterpieces to life. 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Relive those creative play memories with American Girl Cross-Stitch. This book includes guidance for successful AG cross-stitch projects, including how-to instructions to cross-stitch on greeting cards, throw pillows, jackets, ornaments, and more. It will teach you the basics on tools and techniques as well as how to read a cross-stitch chart. Suitable for both beginners and advanced crafters, it is organized into easy, medium, and hard patterns. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will love the range of designs included, from American Girl silhouettes and a Care \u0026amp; Keeping of You pattern to depictions of each of the Historical Characters (you can stitch “I’m a Kit” with the Kit hat design!). Complete with helpful diagrams, charts, and photographs of the complete patterns to guide your work, these sweet designs will warm the heart and help you show off your American Girl spirit.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57481470706037,"sku":"9780762488759","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780762488759.jpg?v=1786089734"},{"product_id":"peanuts-cross-stitch","title":"Peanuts Cross-Stitch","description":"\u003cb\u003eA revised and expanded edition of \u003ci\u003ePeanuts Cross-Stitch\u003c\/i\u003e, the officially licensed pattern book featuring 24 easy-to-stitch designs (including 8 that are brand new) to display your love for Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and many more of Charles M. Schulz's unforgettable Peanuts characters.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This delightful craft book pairs the simple pleasure of cross-stitch with the enduring charm of the Peanuts gang. With some of the most beloved characters of all time, Peanuts is a consistent source of joy and inspiration for people of all ages. \u003ci\u003ePeanuts Cross-Stitch\u003c\/i\u003e brings this treasured brand to the world of crafts, with 24 stitchable designs—8 of them new to this revised and expanded edition—including playful portraits of Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and Woodstock, as well as classic quotes from Charles M. Schulz's iconic comic strips. This timeless pastime is accessible to crafters of every skill level and is uniquely suited to the bold outlines and bright colors of Schulz's Peanuts characters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Complete with an introduction to the characters, an overview of the basics of cross-stitch embroidery, and full-color patterns and illustrations, this book is both a treasure for the Peanuts fan and a source of calming, easy-to-complete craft projects.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57495533191541,"sku":"9798894142272","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9798894142272.jpg?v=1786618196"},{"product_id":"pusheen-cross-stitch-kit","title":"Pusheen Cross-Stitch Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePusheen has never been cuter! 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