Cross stitch is one of the most widely practised decorative crafts, capable of the most stunning and sophisticated effects, while being simple and accessible to everyone. This new book is innovative in the range and style of its ideas. The specially commissioned designs draw inspiration from traditional motifs and have been applied to contemporary materials and fabrics, creating a wonderful range of elegant and stylish projects. Cross Stitch presents more than 20 original practical projects for creating beautiful and functional objects for every room of your home: a decorative cake ribbon for the kitchen, an initialled napkin for the dining room, a laundry bag embellished with ship motifs and an embroidered apron are among the stunning ideas you can make. Or if you prefer more traditional pieces, you can create a dramatic throw for a chair, an old-fashioned sampler or beautiful bed linen. Combining traditional craft with innovative new ideas, Cross Stitch shows you how to add individual touches to every part of your home.