Liberty Cross Stitch, Designer Helene Le Berre

Title: Liberty Cross Stitch
Designer: Helene Le Berre
Publisher: Search Press
Number of Pages: 95
Number of Projects: 24
Chart Format: Solid color charts
Type of Book Reviewed: Paperback format

Stitching Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Pros

• Projects in book useful for many other situations
• Contemporary and unusual projects included

Cons

• Designs coordinate with specific fabric
• Some Projects may not appeal to all stitchers

Section One: Just for you

Floral bag
Instructions for a bag with a stitch band at the top.

Pocket mirror
A stitched motif provides the backing for a mirror.

Hair accessory
Fabric circles join a stitched circle in a trio of cut-outs to accessorize a headband.

Pretty bow
A repeated embroidered pattern becomes the basis for a simple bow.

Purse
Coordinating fabric and a simple stitched motif combine for a stunning design.

Evening bag
A clutch with a stitched flap at the top.

Fancy earrings
Follow project instructions to make stitched earrings.

The little black dress revisited
Stitched bands become part of a classic little black dress.

Section Two: In the home

• Photo frames
  Several different projects are provided with instructions for making photo frames using stitched and fabric combinations.
• Round cushion
  A round cushion with a inset stitched section is created using these project instructions.
• Elegant Placemat
  Decorative items for dressing up the table may be created using these project instructions.
• Tea pouch
  Delicate flowers cover this project.
• Charming needle case
  Functional and decorative, this project will be a great addition to a needle-worker's arsenal.
• Decorative Stickers
  Eight hoops to stitch up and hang to showcase lovely stitchery.
• Colorful pot holders
  Showcase your plants in style by following these simple directions.
• Box of secrets
  Tuck trinkets in this treasure box that hides away a stitched secret.

Section Three:For Baby

• Little slippers
  Stitch the sole of a pair of sweet little baby slippers.
• Handy little bag
  Make a handy little bag for organizing small items in baby's room.
• Soft bricks
  Make blocks for baby to play with that are soft and safe.
• Bottle holder
  Keep a bottle warm with this sturdy bottle holder with stitched bands.
• Garland
  String a garland across a window or a shelf.
• Rattle
  Make a special toy for a child.
• Book cover
  Cover a book with special memories using this technique.
• Soft quilt
  Make a comfy covering that will be treasured for years using these project instructions.

The book also includes sections with Cross Stitch Charts, Patterns, and Resources.

This book will be a great addition to a stitcher's library. Even if you can't track down the specific fabrics called for in the book, similar fabric will work and the project instructions will be useful for other projects. The charts will work with similar fabrics and will still look smashing when paired with them.