The Kalamata Courtyard cross stitch folk embroidery is adapted from a vintage embroidery pattern from the Peloponnesian region of Greece, an area with a long and venerable history of beautiful textiles. With its intricate outlining and juxtaposition of floral and geometric elements worked in bright... Read more about Kalamata Courtyard Table Runner - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Anthea table runner folk embroidery cross stitch pattern showcases the beauty of repetition that is frequently found in folk embroidery. Delicate floral squares are repeated across and then finished with a geometric border to create a charming table runner that coordinates with many decor styles... Read more about Anthea Table Runner - Cross Stitch Pattern

Bold stylized palm leaves spring forth from floral centers in the Delian Leaves folk embroidery cross stitch pattern. Leaf motifs feature prominently in decorative art throughout the ancient Mediterranean and legend has it that the sun god, Apollo, was born under a palm tree on the island of Delos.... Read more about Delian Leaves - Cross Stitch Pattern

Anatolian Leaf and Knot folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is Inspired by stylized leaf and geometric knot motifs found in traditional folk embroidery and is worked in two alternating colorways. The copper and gold band brings to mind autumnal leaves and the blue and green band represents the... Read more about Anatolian Leaf and Knot - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Little Leaves BitKit folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features a delicate little border of interlocking leaves, a design common to the folk embroidery of many lands. Stitched in a warm palette of terra cotta, gold, green, and soft blue, it works up quickly for a bit of folk embroidery charm.... Read more about BitKit Little Leaves - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Nisyros Leaves folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by a cushion from the island of Nisyros, this ornate design features a diamond-in-square pattern created by triangle and arrow motifs. It has a lovely contrast of strong geometrics with delicate floral and leaf motifs offset by... Read more about Nisyros Leaves - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Mulberry Leaf cross stitch folk embroidery pattern is an intricate, deeply satisfying design featuring a stylized mulberry leaf motif worked in deep blue and terra cotta, colors that echo the historic silk textiles this pattern pays homage to. The border mirrors along each edge in a way that... Read more about Mulberry Leaf - Cross Stitch Pattern

Laurel leaves, known as "daphni" in Greek, are a common artistic motif throughout the ancient Mediterranean world and symbolize victory and triumph. The Daphni folk embroidery cross stitch pattern reimagines this classical element in a fresh and modern way, turning it into a geometric double... Read more about Daphni - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Rhodora cross stitch folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features branching leaves topped with garnet flowers in a highly stylized quatrefoil arrangement, reminiscent of rhododendron trees in full bloom. The motif appears in vintage Greek needlework and has a classic, timeless quality that... Read more about Rhodora - Cross Stitch Pattern

This exquisite design is inspired by an embroidered table scarf a friend purchased from a needleworker in the Agrinio area of mainland Greece in the 1970s which was in turn inspired by a Greek folk costume. Its vibrant color palette sets a lively rainbow of hues within a traditional terra cotta and... Read more about BitKit Iris' Paintbox - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Kolimbari Diamonds folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by the textile traditions from the island of Crete. These intricate geometric designs feature stars, knots, and diamonds worked in long bands and are seen in both woven and embroidered textiles. This table runner version is... Read more about Kolimbari Diamonds - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Katapola Fig folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by cushion border embroideries of the Cyclades islands in Greece, and features lush fig trees laden with fruit and nesting birds. This modern interpretation mirrors the motifs to create a lavish central border for a table runner or... Read more about Katapola Fig - Cross Stitch Pattern

Avlea's first table runner design, the stunning Mediterranean Floral folk embroidery table runner cross stitch pattern features a lovely embroidered border that frames the floral motifs. Worked in a vibrant palette of garnet, coral, blue, golden olive, and greens, it looks wonderful in many decors. ... Read more about Mediterranean Floral - Cross Stitch Pattern

A striking allover design, the Efimia folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by a mosaic floor from the House of Stone Carpets adjacent to the church of St Efimia in Ravenna, Italy. Small star and octagon motifs are set within squares, which are then set within octagons resulting in a... Read more about Efimia - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Despina's Anemone folk embroidery cross stitch pattern originates in a stunning tablecloth a friend of mine shared with me. Her mother, Despina, stitched it for her prika, a collection of embroidered tablecloths, cushion covers, and other handmade textiles that family members gift to a Greek... Read more about Despina's Anemone - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Anatolian Odaelsque folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features interlocking lantern motifs and is inspired by decorative ornamental motifs from ancient Rome and Byzantium. An easy repeating pattern, the shades of coral, turquoise, warm blue and golden olive give it a modern look that works in... Read more about Anatolian Odalesque - Cross Stitch Pattern

Caroline Branch, 1831, a Norfolk Sampler

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Dirty Teacup by Needle and Flax with 100/3 silks by Au Ver a Soie. The stitch count is 145 x 173 and the finished size is 7.25" x 8.65".

Inspired by a vintage embroidery from Greece, the Little Baskets cross stitch folk embroidery kit is wonderful introduction to folk embroidery. Stitch a delightful little border of stylized baskets while experiencing the unique texture Traditional Groundcloth and learn an easy fringe finish. ... Read more about Little Baskets - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on Stitchworks Table Runner (Linen insert) using Gentle Art Sampler Threads, DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, and Rainbow Gallery Wisper. Stitch Count: 132W x 24H. Design size is 9.4" x 2.0"

The Byzantine Scroll and Meander folk embroidery pattern features three lavish borders reminiscent of decorative borders in Byzantine art. Featuring only two colors, the outlining of the lighter color provides intricacy and contrast. A stunning piece of textile history, this table runner will become... Read more about Byzantine Scroll and Meander Blue - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Byzantine Scroll and Meander folk embroidery PDF pattern features three lavish borders reminiscent of decorative borders in Byzantine art. Featuring only two colors, the outlining of the lighter color provides intricacy and contrast. A stunning piece of textile history, this table runner will... Read more about Byzantine Scroll and Meander Red - Cross Stitch Pattern

Inspired by a vintage Greek embroidery, the Etruscan Diamonds cross stitch folk embroidery pattern features a very ancient design made up of diamonds, stars, Xs, and circles. It is stitched in a traditional two-tone color palette with black outline stitches that throw the design into high relief. A... Read more about Etruscan Diamonds - Cross Stitch Pattern

A beautiful design inspired by a vintage Ukrainian table runner, the Kyivan Stars folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features dense borders at each end that are connected with delicate rows of stitches and stylized floral motifs across the runner. Delightful and unique, the color palette has been... Read more about Kyivan Stars - Cross Stitch Pattern