Enchanted Garden Cross-Stitch: 20 Designs Celebrating Birds, Blossoms, and the Beauty in Our Own Backyards

by Gail Bussi

Find your cross-stitch bliss in the enchanted garden! Beloved cross-stitch designer Gail Bussi is back with a new collection of designs inspired by the imagery of a discovered garden full of secret delights. Designs feature favorite flowers such as roses and sunflowers; birds, bees, and butterflies; herbs and tea; the changing seasons and glorious sunshine. The thoughts and meditations in her designs are meant to uplift and bring peace as you stitch them. Gail also includes a few recipes made from fresh garden herbs and flowers. Try her suggestions to make a cup of chamomile tea sweetened with an herb-infused honey while you stitch--a lovely experience for all of your senses! Each design is created in Gail's signature chalk art style and includes chart, finished photo, a materials list, and full instructions. If you are new to cross-stitch or need a refresher, turn to the introductory section to get started. There are only a few simple techniques to know, and you'll be on your way to creating a garden of delights!

Genres: Crafts, Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

Published July 1, 2023

About the author

Gail Bussi is a writer, artist, kitchen witch, and professional cook. After running a catering company and writing a cookbook, she returned to her long-held interest in herbs and green magic. Gail has studied holistic herbalism, natural healing, and mindfulness.

Reviews

[OneDayI'll · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely and whimsical cross stitch patterns. The graphs are easy to read and the colors clearly marked. Although you can always play with color choices lol.

[Karrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Decent samplers

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute and colorful designs! Good for people who like flowers and soft pastels.