We’ve got some juicy motifs for you to

stitch and make into the cutest trio

of summer badges or buttons

Designed by: Fiona Crouch Max. stitch count: 19 high x 17 wide Max. design size: 3.5x3.5cm (1 ⁄ x1 ⁄ in) Stitch time: 1 ⁄ hours each

These designs were stitched on 27 count evenweave over two threads of fabric.

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Make a… badge or button

Step 1

CUT aroundthestitching,using the template provided on the buttonpackagingsothatyour stitching is in the centre of a 6.5cm(2 ⁄ in)circle.

Step 2

REMOVE the metal loop from the backofyourbuttonblank.Pull yourfabricaroundthebuttonfront as tight as you can. If you like, use a small piece of double-sided tape to hold your fabric in place.

Step 3

USE yourfingernailtotightenand smoothanylumpyareasaround theperimeterofyourbutton. Onceyou’re happy with it, pop thebackingintoplace.

Step 4

USE agluegun to attacha brooch back to the reverse side of the button. Allow the glue to dry before using.

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Foreachbadgeorbutton• Zweigart White 27 count Linda; ref: 1235/001; 7.5x7.5cm (3x3in) Stranded cotton as listed in the key Self-cover button blank; 38mmdiameter Brooch back Materialsavailablefromwww.willowfabrics.com