Our seaside and summer-themed June issue has hit the shelves, bringing some sunshine to you regardless of the weather! This issue we've got some fabulous giveaways on offer, including charts and kits from Heritage Crafts, Bothy Threads, and Mouseloft, and Chiltern Craft & Design Show tickets.

To enter any of our giveaways, simply click on the links below:

Chiltern Craft & Design tickets

Elegance Lady kits from Heritage Crafts

Little Dog kits from Mouseloft

Summer scene kits from Bothy Threads

The closing date is 5 June, so don't miss out!

The fantastic June issue of Cross Stitch Collection is on sale today and as usual it's jam-packed with fabulous designs to stitch! Lesley Teare's colourful chaffinch is perfect for summer, while fans of Joan Elliott's designs will adore her Edwardian Lady.

Plus, we've got part two of the stunning Garden Party scene, pretty cupcake bunting, a single white lily and fun Father's Day cards, as well as the latest news from the stitching world, your letters and plenty of inspiring ideas.

If you're after a quick stitch, you'll love our FREE butterfly chart by Lesley Teare! Download it here.

With a heritage of needle-making spanning over 300 years, the expertise at John James Needles has been handed down from generation to generation and is highly regarded within the stitching industry - and within the CrossStitcher team.

Now they've launched The Crafters Collection, a set of easy-to-identify wallets containing every needle you'd ever need to own! Cleverly labelled in sweet illustrated packages (average £1.49 for 10+ needles), we think they're superb value for money.

Last month we showcased their Crewel, Beading, Cross Stitch and Easy Thread sets. This month, we're taking a closer look at their Quilting & Patchwork, Cross Stitch & Bead Embroidery and Delux Knitters. Click read more to see them in detail...

Here’s a nifty idea! Why not cross stitch some butterflies to create your own 3D wall art? The secret behind this quirky idea involves using perforated paper and foam pads to make your stitched motifs really stand out! We've framed our collection of four winged beauties in an old frame backed with a scrap of patterned wallpaper to give it a vintage feel.

Find Sarah Cookland's full set of over 20 designs in our May issue (265) or download this extra butterfly today. A single motif like this would make a lovely 3D birthday card. Go on, get creative and give it a go...