‘Harry Potter’ star gets the CrossStitcher treatment
Daniel Radcliffe, star of ‘Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince’ has been given the full treatment by CrossStitcher – the UK’s leading cross stitch magazine, as they cast their spells and turn the young actor into a cross stitch chart.
On sale on Thursday 16th July, the same day as the latest Potter movie goes on release, CrossStitcher will feature the popular actor in their regular ‘Stitch A Star’ feature, which allows readers to re-create lifelike portraits of famous personalities in cross stitch.
The ‘Stitch A Star’ feature has always been a very popular section of the magazine, and Daniel Radcliffe joins an illustrious list of celebrities such as David Beckham, Johnny Depp, David Tennant and Marilyn Monroe who have all had the CrossStitcher treatment. By following the counted cross stitch chart, you can create your very own stitched tribute to the famous boy wizard.
Cathy Lewis, Editor of CrossStitcher said:
“The magic of Harry Potter has taken us over, and we’re delighted to make Daniel our latest Stitch A Star. With the release of the eagerly awaited film it’s the perfect time to celebrate its launch and to get stitching.”
Issue 216 of CrossStitcher magazine goes on sale on the Thursday, 16th July priced at £3.99. The magazine also features a quick-to-stitch travel set with passport holder and luggage tag, a retro-style French poster, traditional floral cards, a funky Victoriana bathroom sign and a fantastic Fast & Fabulous Gifts chart book.
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