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June issue 307

Wallace & Gromit, festival motifs, magical makes for kids, wildflower meadow, wedding cards, sweet pea cushion, Father's Day design & more.

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July issue 308

Anne Stokes dragon, wedding sampler, thank you cards, camping ABC, Greek taverna, Belle & Boo scene, pretty pincushions & more.

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August issue 309

Retro ice cream van, handy bookmarks, Victorian sampler motifs, boho florals, koala cards, pretty mermaid, idyllic picnic scene & more.

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September issue 310

Country Companions, bakery Design Library, cards for kids, sunny garden, herbal tea sampler, patchwork turtle, art ABC & more.

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