If you're a newcomer to cross stitch, start here! Just one "initial" exercise from these 500 alphabets will act as your passport to the wonderful world of embroidery. Attractive lettered cushions, frills, and mini-samplers give a cozy touch to your home. Stash your sewing supplies in a frame craft box with "A stitch in time" embroidered on the lid. A picnic ensemble -- mats, napkins, and more -- makes lunch even more enjoyable. Send a handmade birthday, wedding, or get-well card. Filled with charm and easy to make, these projects will start you on a lifetime of embroidery! A Selection of BOMC's Crafters Choice Book Club.