Medieval Rug
Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Salty Stitcher Designs featuring a beautiful Persian Marriage rug!

Pattern is stitched on 28 ct White Evenweave or 14 ct White Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count is 114 x 112.

Cross stitch pattern from Kooler Design Studio featuring George Bennard's hymn "The Old Rugged Cross", accented by a wooden cross in front of a rising sun.

THE OLD RUGGED CROSS
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross,
The emblem of suff'ring and shame;
And I... Read more about The Old Rugged Cross - Cross Stitch Pattern

"I will cling to the old rugged cross and exchange it one day for a crown. On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suff'ring and shame. and I love that old cross where the dearest and best - for a world of lost sinners was slain."

Model stitched on 32 Ct.... Read more about Old Rugged Cross - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from JEDxStitch featuring the corner of a rug with flowers! This floral pattern incorporates Smyrna crosses and counted satin stitch to create a wonderfully textured finish. Inspired by early 1900's linoleum rug catalogs.

Stitched on 40 ct Fiber on a Whim "Smoky... Read more about Linoleum Rug - Cross Stitch Pattern

With fabulous exotic design and stunning contrasting shades. This classic Persian tapestry is perfect for bohemian room decor, and this piece will make a bold statement in any room! Stitch count 146w X 146h, Finished size on 14 count: 10-3/8" X 10-3/8". Model stitched on 14 Count White Aida.

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Avalon hand-dyed fabric from PolStitches with DMC floss, Kreinik #4 braid, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 153W x 194H. Finished Size is 10.93 in wide X 13.86 in high.

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Dinky Dyes Silk, Gloriana Silk, Gloriana Princess Perle Petite, Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid, and Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame Braid.

Also required but not listed are Delica Beads size 11 & Swarovski Crystals. Stitch Count: 335 x 335. Finished Size is 20.94 in wide X 20.94 in high on 32 ct.

Model stitched on white or off-white 32 Ct. Belfast linen with Needlepoint Silk, Caron Collection Waterlilies, Gloriana Stranded Silk, Thread Gatherer Silk N Colors, and Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid

Also required but not listed are Thread Gatherer Silken Pearl 012 Vintage Browns,... Read more about Medieval Town Mandala, The - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Caron Wildflowers, Dinky Dyes Silk, Dinky Dyes Silk Perle 600d, Gloriana Florimell, Gloriana Silk, Gloriana Petite Perle Princess, Rainbow Gallery Whisper, Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid, and Rainbow Gallery Silk... Read more about Tinctorium - The Medieval Dyer's Garden Mandala

Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Belfast linen of your choice with DMC floss, Eterna Silks Mini Twist, Needlepoint Inc Silk, Caron Waterlilies, Caron Wildflowers, Gloriana silk, Dinky Dyes Silk, Gentle Art Simply Wool, and Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid.

Also required but... Read more about Herbularius - The Medieval Herb Garden Mandala

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Black, Light Coral, or Pale Blue Belfast linen with DMC floss, NPI threads, Caron Waterlillies, Gloriana Silk threads, Dinky Dyes silk, and Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid.

Also required but not listed are NPI Northern Lights Silk 016 Soft Pansy, Thread... Read more about Persian Iris Garden Mandala - Cross Stitch Pattern

In my explorations of old embroidery books, I came across a number of rug designs in a book from 1880. While they were intended as inspiration for woven carpet patterns, I realized that a blackwork design could also show off the dynamic beauty of the geometry.

Model stitched on 32 count... Read more about Woven Star in Blackwork - Cross Stitch Pattern

A classic Medieval Cluny style interpretation on a partridge in a pear tree is so elegant you will want to display it all year long. Rich, bold colors, a wide gold tone border and black center background, makes the elements of this abundant tree pop out of the picture. Stitch count 167w X 167h, finished size on 14-ct fabric 11-7/8" X 11-7/8". Model stitched on 14 Count Ivory Aida

Cross stitch pattern from Long Dog Samplers featuring a animals trying to take over the bunny castle! Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida of your choice using DMC or Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 265 x 265.

The proud image of the lion is everywhere in Venice; gazing down from buildings, looking out from the keystone of an archway, or standing on fluted columns. The more you look, the more you see: no one knows how many there are. There are plenty of Lions throughout Venice for Leo lovers to enjoy. Best... Read more about Venetian Lion - Cross Stitch Pattern

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a red fox and a surround of bleeding heart flowers.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is 3.55" x... Read more about Tudor Fox - Cross Stitch Pattern

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more about Tudor Falcon - Cross Stitch Pattern

The story goes that Cockayne is a land of plenty where hard times didn't exist. It was a fictional utopia, a parody of Paradise where idleness and gluttony were the name of the game. Houses were made of barley sugar and cakes, the streets were paved with pastry and everything in the shops was free.

Pattern is stitched using the fabric and floss of your choice. Stitch count is 257 x 292.

Cross stitch pattern from Joan Elliott featuring a beautiful medieval woman surrounded by birds, flowers and rabbits!

Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida or 28 count Evenweave in the color of your choice using DMC floss, Krienik braids and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count is 161 x 217. Finished size on 14 or 28 ct is 11.5" x 15.5".

"When it rains, look for rainbows. When it's dark, look for stars"

...but when the sun is out, don't sit there scrolling endlessly through cross stitch charts, go and have some fun. Stitching can wait. However, should you happen to find yourself stuck indoors for any reason,... Read more about The Folly Tree - Cross Stitch Pattern

Previously published in Homespun Australia Magazine, this little sugar glider is surrounded flowers. It was inspired by medieval manuscripts, with an Aussie twist.

Model stitched on 32-ct "Buttercream" by Whoopsie Daisy Designs (a warm neutral) using mostly Cottage Garden Threads... Read more about Sugar Glider - Cross Stitch Pattern

Long Dog's Pennance is an extremely pleasurable, if somewhat lengthy, act of self-punishment for all those wrong doings that you'd rather not talk about but which, nevertheless, weigh heavily on the mind.

It can be performed in bite sized pieces over several months or years. But, if... Read more about Pennance - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pennance Lite is the perfect "something to do" while you mull over all the naughty little things you've been up to recently.

It won't require you to prostrate yourself on the floor and wail a lot, unless you've dropped your needle; it has a built in frog repellent so you... Read more about Pennance Lite - Cross Stitch Pattern