This retro alphabet is bursting with different letter styles – which one’s your type?
Whether it’s calligraphy, letterpress printing or monograms, the trend for vintage-inspired typography is currently infecting all areas of the design world. From stationery and printed goods to homewares, expressive letterforms are everywhere. Try out the trend with this retro sampler from Anchor, stitched in a fun 1970s palette.
This project measures 21.5x29cm. It's featured in issue 257 of CrossStitcher magazine (Christmas 2012) - the price we've listed is for buying the digital issue from Apple Newsstand.
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Comments
Penny Carlson said on 13th October 2012
I love this design, but it's 18 stitches per inch AND has fractionals? Also, what's up with the 2 strands for backstitch? Something is not right here.
Jenny said on 15th October 2012
Hi Penny, thanks for your comment! We'll pass it on to our cross stitching experts and see if they can offer any tips.