Homespun 11.8

Spring is just around the corner, and Homespun Vol 11 No 8 is just the thing for this rejuvenating time of year. The Garden Issue is filled with fresh ideas and projects that capture the freewheeling spirit of nature. Picture fields of lavender, gorgeous tulips, birds twittering in the trees, glorious sunshine and neverending blue skies and you're set to enjoy this issue! From more marvellous quilt ideas, including the latest instalment in the Life Is A Celebration BOM, to captivating projects, this issue is sure to have those green thumbs itching this month. Just settle in and prepare for Spring. Grab your issue from your local newsagent, or subscribe by calling 1300 303 414 today!

With its soothing fragrance and stunning colour, lavender is instantly recogniseable. Samantha Mackenzie of Missy Mack pays homage to the gorgeous plant with an exquisite quilt design featuring two gorgeous stitcheries.

Eager to get back in the garden? So is Henrietta! With her cute vintage summer dress, scarf and trusty wellies, the doll by Clare Carter perfectly captures the spirit of Spring.

A big part of craft's appeal is the community and friendships it fosters. Canadian guest designer Thea Dueck of The Victoria Sampler agrees, showcasing the friendship that blooms with this exquisite cross stitch.

This stunning wallhanging from Roz Leadbetter of Country Cupboard Designs features a cute cat creeping through a blooming garden of tulips. Colourful and fun, the design features stylish appliqué shapes that make it a perfect weekend project to complete while you wait for your own garden to start blooming.

Thanks to the 98 buttons that add texture to the design, this bag from Tita Leach of Rickerty Raggs looks as if its garden will just keep growing. The gorgeous drawstring bag is an ideal size for spring activities, from craft classes to relaxing picnics.