June 26/July 26
On sale 28th May
The latest issue of Stitch!
Welcome to our June/July issue, where we celebrate summer in all its richness, warmth and vibrant detail. This is the season where everything comes into its own, full of colour, texture and life, and this issue brings together a collection of pieces that showcase that abundance in different and beautiful ways.
There is so much to explore within these pages, and we hope this issue encourages you to embrace the energy of summer, to experiment with colour and texture, and to find inspiration in the details all around you. Happy stitching!
Alice Bryan
Stitch Editor
Projects
SUNLIT WINGS
Combine thread painting and stumpwork to create this beautiful butterfly by Nicola Tapper, bursting with bold colour and lifelike detail
SWEET BANNER
Celebrate the arrival of summer with this fun design by Heena Chauhan using a mix of free-motion embroidery and hand embroidery techniques
SUMMER FRUITS
Create two delicate silk shaded fruits in vibrant summer shades with exquisite texture and detail by Katherine Savage
ZODIAC SERIES: LEO
Katy Horwood’s exclusive series continues with the stunning Leo design featuring sparkling hand embroidery elements
HUMBLE HONEYBEE
Capture the delicate beauty of the season with Oksana Balanovska as she demonstrates how to create this striking thread painted honeybee
GOLDEN CHAFFINCH
Learn the medieval art of Opus Anglicanum in this second instalment of Tanya Bentham’s four-part series, as you stitch a beautifully intricate chaffinch
Inspiration!
Meet The Artist: Heena Chauhan
We talk to Heena about her creative journey and inspirations, offering insight into her process, her influences, and the story behind her work
Embroiderers’ Guild Members’ Challenge 2026 Feast Winners
Interviews with the winners and a showcase of their winning works, exploring their creative approaches, techniques, and inspirations
Plus so much more!