Colourful flowers abound in summertime, not just in the garden, but in cross stitch too. This simple flower chart is easy enough for a beginner to try and could be added to anything.

Using a variety of colours from the Anchor Stranded Cotton range, our funky flower would make a brilliant birthday card. Stitch on aida and add as a patch to a colourful card and you’ll have made a birthday card that will really stand out from all the rest.

Stitch it in the corner of white linen napkins and you’ve got the perfect house warming gift for a friend. Stitch it on plastic canvas and you’ve got a great brooch for a younger member of the family.

What will you do with your flower?