The oak sleeps in the acorn - I saw this saying recently, and it resonated so much that I knew I had to create a design using it. Using fall colors, which shine on the teal fabric, this design creates a beautiful reminder that we all have unlimited potential inside.
This colorful William III English needlework vignette is executed entirely in gros and petit point stitches (cross stitch over one and two threads of linen). It depicts a large gros point fruiting tree above a scene with very finely stitched petit point leaves, flowers, and two animals, the larger... Read more
Featuring a quotation about the oak tree, this design is worked in a long sampler format and finished into a huswife/sewing roll. A simple modification will let you frame it if you prefer - or separate into smalls. General finishing guidelines are included. Previously a class exclusive, this is now... Read more
This design by Jeanette Douglas Designs features a variety of acorns with hearts and oak leaves above an alphabet sampler.
Model stitched on 40ct Winter Brew by R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works thread.
Stitch count: 146w x 156h. Finished Size is 7.3 in wide X 7.8 in high.
Note from the designer: I really wanted to showcase all sorts of new life with this piece, and it was such fun to work on all the animals! I also divided it (loosely) into 4 habitats, so with a little bit of finagling (each band contains some element that extends past the top into the next one) you... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Wishing Thorn featuring pillows with autumn animals!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Dirt Track from Fox and Rabbit using DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Art threads. Stitch counts are 78 x 81 (Fox), 85 x 82 (Mouse), and 81 x 78 (Squirrel).
The Oak & Acorn Tart is a cute small finished in a tart tin, full of autumnal flora and fauna.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric using a variety of thread threads. Trimmed with Lady Dot Creates pom pom in Russet. Stitch Count: 77 x 76. Finished Size: approx 4.3" x 4.2".
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count for Cardinal Tree: 33w x 39h Design Size: 2.06" x 2.4" For Four Trees: 31w x 39h, 1.93" x 2.4" Embellishments not included.