Fiona Baker
Senior Technical Editor, The World of Cross Stitching
Fiona is Senior Technical Editor for The World of Cross Stitching magazine. She’s responsible for the team of fabulous charters and taking the designer’s submitted projects right through to completion, ensuring each chart and key is technically correct for readers to stitch. She's worked on converting the designs of Margaret Sherry, Forever Friends, Tatty Teddy and Aardman Animations among others into patterns for stitchers around the world to enjoy. When not working on the magazines, she also designs her own patterns too – and runs Fiona Baker Design. Check out her pattern store at www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FionaBakerDesign and follow her on Instagram @fionabakerdesign
Recent articles by Fiona Baker
The World of Cross Stitching magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
5 experts review cross stitch charting software
Discover the best pro-level cross stitch design software, tried and tested by our team of professionals.
How to stitch turkey work to make a 3D beach bar
Get ready for summer at the beach and master turkey work at the same time with this cute 3D cross stitch project
What is counted cross stitch?
New to cross stitch? Learn all about what makes counted cross stitch so versatile and how to stitch your first pattern today!
How to cross stitch for beginners: your complete guide
Want to try counted cross stitch for the first time? Great idea! Here is our complete guide to cross stitching for beginners.
How to make your own cross stitch pattern
Learn how to make your own cross stitch pattern in our ultimate guide to creating your own bespoke patterns.
10 easy free cross stitch patterns for beginners
Take your first steps into cross stitching with our free easy cross stitch patterns, which are all suitable for beginners
How to make a cross stitch butterfly wooden keyring
We show you how to display your cross stitch in a handy wooden keyring using the exclusive kit with your issue 344 (April 2024) of The World of Cross Stitching magazine.
How to make a cross stitch snowman tree decoration
We show you how to make a 3D snowman hanging for your Christmas tree using the exclusive kit with your issue 340 (Special 2023) of The World of Cross Stitching magazine.
How to cross stitch letters: Everything you need to know
Ever wanted to personalise your stitched projects with names or letter initials? Learn all about alphabets in our complete guide to cross stitch letters.
How to use plastic canvas
Wondering what else you can cross stitch onto? Welcome to the wonderful world of plastic canvas! This versatile material allows you to make all sorts of items, from plant pokes, cake decorations, Christmas ornaments to full 3D designs. Let’s look at how it works and try it out yourself with our free box chart.
How to convert a photo to cross stitch
Discover how to turn your own photos to cross stitch masterpieces with our ultimate guide!
How to make your felt flower frames kit
Your gift with The World of Cross Stitching issue 332 (May 2023) is a 2-in-1 frame kit to make pretty wall art for your home.
Stitch pretty beaded Christmas tree cross stitch cards
Embellish your festive stitching with bright beads to make these Christmas tree cross stitch cards shine!
How to make a cross stitch Rudolph tree decoration
Join in the festive stitching fun with a reindeer decoration for your Christmas tree, designed by Heather Nugent. We show you how to make the 3D bauble using the exclusive kit with your issue 325 (Nov 2022) of The World of Cross Stitching magazine.
How to cross stitch on clothes and tote bags
Fancy upping your style to the next level with cross stitch on clothes? It’s a great way to show off your cross stitch skills for everyone to see!
How to make your rainbow card kit with thread tassels
Let your stitches shine in this empowering rainbow card with cool tasselled edging, using the pattern featured in The World of Cross Stitching issue 323 (September 2022). We’ve got three bonus sentiment charts for you and an easy tutorial on how to make a tassel fringe out of thread.
Free lamb cross stitch pattern
Download our free lamb cross stitch pattern and see the cute lamb cross stitch patterns you can buy online, too
Free cotton thread cross stitch pattern
Download this thread bobbin cross stitch chart by Susan Bates to make sweet tags, cards, decorations and more
Free swan cross stitch pattern
Adorn your clothing and accessories with a little help from your favourite hobby when you stitch and make this pretty swan patch, designed by Susan Bates.