Published by McCall's Need works & Crafts, this magazine showcases some of the best designs of Christmas 1991. It also has articles about designers, as well as new products and techniques. It is discontinued.
Included designs are:
1. Cherished Greetings -Send holiday wished near and far with use and added touch of love. Cross stitch your message on perforated paper using J. & P. Coats floss and Kreinik Balger gold braid, then insert in die-cut cards.
2. Above the Rooftops - fly along with Santa on his big night with these adorable designs. "Santa's Ride" pillow takes your imagination high above the Rooftops. Pillow is pre-made; all you need to do is the stitching. Duplicate the plaid fabric design on Ribband jar ties, and stitch a "Merry Christmas"message on a purchased drawstring bag. All use Anchor embroidery floss.
3. Holiday house - Celebrate the season in every room with these festive favorites. Bring some joy to the kitchen with the plaid joy towels and coordinating holiday plaid magnets; of Anchor floss, towels from Charles Craft. Snowflakes drift across the mini quilt, perfect for little quilt racks.
4. Antique Charm - Soft colors from days past give an heirloom quality to any size project. trim a basket, tree, or doorknob with the flying angel hanger. Add a handcrafted touch to your gifts with the package tags to be worked on linen or Aida.
5. Country Tidings - Seasons greetings from the country!nostalgic Santas, a charming angel, and calico bags will give your holidays that warm home-spun appeal. Begin your tree trimming with the old-fashioned Santas and angel ornaments. Blue robed Santa is stitched on Charles Craft Irish Linen, angel ornament and red robed Santa are on Ginnie Thompson linen and are accented with Kreinik Balger blending filament. hosting a party? Greet your guests with the calico gift bags.
6. Traditions in Stitching - Carry on Christmas legacy with this array of stitcheries. Personalized your decorating with duplicate-stitch stockings for Mom and Dad and mini stockings for the younger crowd. Combine cross stitch with patchwork to make the Christmas tree and angel mini quilts.
7. All Through the House - "Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse." Not so with our little friends! this collage of mice and their playmates are busy filling the season with all of their holiday activities. Stitch three happy little mice as they kiss, Carol, and frolic about, adding a bit of whimsy to your home.
8. Gingerbread Land - Here he is, the gingerbread man - one of everyone's favorite sweeties this time of year! Dancing across this charming gingerbread wall quilt, our cheerful little fellow is appliqued on muslin blocks and trimmed with a bow and tiny jingle bell. alternating cross-stitch blocks feature a coordinating heart and Noel designs stitched on Zweigart Aida.
9. Stateside for the Holidays - Red, white, and blue celebrate the holidays! This all American collection of decorations include the spangled metallic star, worked in cross-stitches, half crosses, and Smyrna crosses; of Madeira GlissenGloss on Wichelt Imports, Inc. Dangle beaded stars on a Christmas red swag ; worked with Mill Hill glass beads and Anchor embroidery floss on perforated paper. Patriotic whimsy puts its heart into the season with the bunny duo. Both Mr. and Mrs. are cross-stitched on Charles Craft fiddler's Cloth Lite using anchor embroidery floss.
10. Festive Dining - It's always fun to entertain during the holidays, and your guests are sure to admire this table setting. stitched on pieces from the Charles Craft royal Classic Tabletop collection, this ensemble includes placemats, napkins, and a bread cover.
11. Special Touches - For all the things they do, remember your friends with a token of your appreciation. Choose from six designs to stitch on jar lids - a delectable presentation for home-made goodies!
12. Olde World Holiday - Festive motifs with a European flair evoke the Christmas spirit in us all. the European Bellpull features the symbols of Christmas: Kreinik Balger blending filament adds a sparkle to the snow man and package bow. a row of quaint snowmen trim a bread basket for holiday dining. Jolly ol' St. Nick lends a holiday cheer to a painted wooden box, and star-topped trees create the focus for a tafetta Christmas card box; star buttons from JHB International.
13. From the Heart - Christmas is a season of the heart, filled with memories and those special touches that send a message of love. With all the charm of country, this array of cross-stitch designs will add that warm, cozy touch to your holiday decor. The corduroy mini stockings, accented with hearts and angels, are a perfect size to hang almost anywhere, yet large enough to hold Christmas goodies. The mini quilts are stitched on Wichelt Imports, Inc. Aida and trimmed with easy strip quilting.
Plus much much more! Thank you for looking and happy stitching!