Summer has arrived, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with the July issue of Crafts Beautiful! This issue, we’re spoiling you with plenty bright, new card ideas, stitchy projects and fabulous reads! Our designers have pulled out all the stops to bring you a selection of summer themes. Whether travelling in the UK or abroad, make sure you’ve got a copy of your favourite mag to hand! Read on to find what else is in store this month…

1 Free Gift!

This month, we’re gifting you with an incredible 90-piece decoupage card kit where you can build and layer beautiful bouquet designs for an array of occasions. Using your free blanks, die-cut sheets, papers and stamps, you can create blooming lovely greetings!

2 40+ New Card Ideas

From Colette Smith’s buzzing decoupage step-by-step to Liz Moad’s adorable quilled gnomes, there’s plenty to inspire your upcoming card projects.

3 25 Summer Reads

Plan your next creative session in the sunshine with one of our essential crafty books that you can take with your from your craft desk to the pool.

4 Giveaways!

There are prizes worth over £1,400 up for grabs this month! You could get your hands on goodies from brands such as IndigoBlu, Claritystamp, Dovecraft and Bersifords!

5 Create and Craft Offer

Turn to page 34 where you can find our EXCLUSIVE reader offer just for readers of Crafts Beautiful! You can get your hands on beautiful fabric flower making kits.

6 Stitchy Treats!

Your eyes aren’t deceiving you, this really is a plate full of beautifully embroidered berries! Plus, you can find an applique cushion and cross-stitch sampler in the mag, too!