We're sure that you won't have forgotten, but here in the UK, Mother's Day is fast approaching (it's on Sunday 18th of March, in case you had forgotten). If you bought the last issue of Cross Stitch Collection (207), you'll have spotted some smashing Mother's Day cards designed Angela Poole...

But, if you did miss them and you're still frantically hunting for something quick and easy to stitch for your mum, we've got a few ideas in mind. Over on The Making Spot, we've discovered these little gems:

Looking for a special gift for Mum this Mother’s Day?

If so, then why not spoil your mum with up to 40% off a subscription to CrossStitcher or Cross Stitch Collection magazine.

In fact, you can choose between seven of our craft and hobby magazines, including Simply Knitting, Papercraft Inspirations and Your Family Tree. 

So, if you're feeling really generous, you could even treat her  to more than one!

To help raise funds for Breast Cancer Care Pink Fridays campaign that runs throughout October, CrossStitcher magazine (Commissioning Editor Charlie, above right) have teamed up contemporary needlepoint designer Emily Peacock (above left) to create a stylish ‘stitch-it-yourself’ pink ribbon!