Heritage Crafts is a world leader in counted cross stitch design. We work with talented artists, including John Clayton, Peter Underhill and Valerie Pfeiffer to produce highly detailed cross stitch designs which are a joy to stitch. Our cross stitch designs cater for everyone, male and female, from young children and beginners to expert stitchers.

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[06.06.13] John Clayton has added three new ladies to his Elegance Miniatures range - Fleur, Claire and Rebecca. Once again, John has perfectly captured the original Elegance designs in miniature.

John is currently working on two new Elegance designs, watch this space!

[24.05.13] We hope that you will like these two new Toffee Bear designs from Sue Hill. 'Toffee with Kite' shows our dear little bear flying a kite, helped by his friends, the blue butterflies. This makes a gorgeous picture for a child's room. In 'Toffee with Heart' he is holding a lovely bright heart, an attractive design for a special birthday, wedding, engagement, etc.

[21.05.13] We're delighted to introduce a new range by John Clayton - Elegance Miniatures. John has taken the heads and shoulders from the original Elegance ladies and reduced them in size without losing any of the detail. We are sure that they will appeal to stitchers who want something which is quick to do, but is also very attractive.

[21.05.13] We have now added an online ordering facility to our product catalogue. Our most popular ranges are now available, and the rest will be added over the coming days.

[15.05.13] We have a very special prize for this week's competition on our Facebook page!

John Clayton has provided a wonderful limited edition signed print to go with the first two kits from his new range, Elegance Miniatures, which is available from next week.

More details about the competition here, where you can also see John's print.

[12.05.13] Would you like to join the 'Heritage Scene'?

Currently on its 76th issue, the 'Heritage Scene' is our quarterly magazine, featuring a behind-the-scenes look at Heritage Crafts - new designs, designer profiles, special offers, tutorials, competitions and more.

Click here to find out more!

[03.05.13] 'Poppies' is the latest design from Sue Hill. This is one of the largest designs we have ever produced and we think it will make a spectacular centrepiece for any room. You can see it here, along with Sue's other wonderful cross stitch designs.

[02.05.13] We have two new designs to begin the month with.

Firstly we have a new addition to the Little Friends range. This endearing little 'Hedgehog', the gardener's friend, is quick and easy to stitch.

'Do Not Disturb' is from Peter Underhill's popular Cats Rule range.

[30.04.13] We'd like to introduce you to Alice and Victoria, the latest additions to John Clayton's Elegance range.

Victoria is quite stunning with her bright red hat and pretty dress. Alice's delicate lace dress and pretty flowers have been beautifully captured in cross stitch. You can see the complete elegance range by clicking here.

John is also working on a new range to compliment the Elegance range - watch this space!

[30.03.13] Peter Underhill's latest design is called 'Baby Sitting'. The hen looks as if she is resting, but really she is very busy doing a very important job. The colours work well and give this design a country look, making it ideal for a kitchen. There will be others in this range, which we have called Peter's Farm.

[25.02.13] Two golfing figures have joined John Clayton's cricketers. You can see these and the rest of John's cross stitch sporting scenes here. Also from John is the newest addition to his Circles range. 'Up and Away' is a colourful design featuring two hot air balloons floating above lovely green fields in which cows are grazing. 'Jaguar' is the latest addition to John's Power and Grace range.

Peter Underhill has also been busy - we have three new designs, starting with something a little different - Sheltered Harbour. These attractively coloured houses are sheltered by steep wooded cliffs, while a little boat bobs gently up and down in the water. The whole scene gives a feeling of peace and tranquility.

Two new designs also join Peter's 'Cats Rule range.

[18.02.13] We have a new bear! Please let us introduce you to Toffee, who is from Sue Hill, and is a delightful addition to our range. The lovely gentle colours used in these designs add to his 'sweetness', and he is a pleasure to stitch. You can see the first two designs in the range here