Capture the light and brilliance of summer fireworks with July's Fireworks Shelf Life. This month's cross stitch pays tribute to summer nights watching fireworks on a picnic blanket. Stitched in red, white, and blue threads for the perfect Americana color palette!
Agnes Binnie was born in Stirlingshire, Scotland, on March 22, 1808, to Robert Binnie and Mary Addie. She married James Barclay on March 16, 1832, in Falkirk, Stirlingshire. The couple had at least six sons and three daughters. Around 1870 they emigrated to Scotland Township in McDonough, Illinois.... Read more
Made in Providence, Rhode Island, this sampler is a superb example of the work done at Miss Mary (Polly) Balch's school, one of the most important female learning institutions in America at that time. Combining sophisticated architectural, landscape and figural motifs with elaborate and unusual... Read more
This is a reproduction of an English sampler made in Bradford, Yorkshire, that shows distinct influences of Scottish needlework traditions, particularly in the illuminated alphabets. The bold primary colors were reproduced from the front of the original sampler, which retains its amazing... Read more
This mid-eighteenth-century Scottish band sampler features many classic seventeenth-century patterns, executed in cross, eyelet, double running, counted satin, back, and queen stitches.
The virtually unfaded color was reproduced from the front of the sampler. Six pattern bands precede... Read more
Patriotic designs are some of my favorites. This one was worked on #32 Vintage Country Mocha Belfast using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count: 71 W x 79 H
Cross stitch pattern from Twin Peak Primitives featuring a government building with the phrase "Carpenters Hall Philadelphia. The first step towards independence"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Blue Ice using DMC threads. Stitch count is 219 x 199. Finished Size is 13.7 x 12.44.
Cross stitch pattern from Romy's Creations featuring two patriotic buildings with the phrase "Home of the free. July 4th"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Vintage Sahara using DMC and Romy's Creations threads(Romy's threads not listed-Mommy's Mustard, Midnight Blue, Red Passion, Red Cherry, and Tuscan Experience) with full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 88 x 50.
The final design in my Seasonal Trio Series is here! It's a celebration of iconic American symbols: the Statue of Liberty, Old Glory, and the Great Seal.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Milk & Honey linen by Fiber on a Whim. Stitch Count: 160H x 60W.
"4th of July, Stars & Stripes, America, 1776, Liberty, Brave, USA." Kit contains pre-sewn 9 x 14 1/2" pillow sham with 16 ct aida, DMC floss, tapestry needle, color photograph and instructions and is packaged in a re-usable vinyl project bag. Pillow sham opens in the back for easy... Read more
Betsy's Patriotic Basket - Canada Day is stitched on 36 count Dust Bunny by Fox and Rabbit, one strand of floss over two linen threads. Trimmed in mini pom pom by Lady Dot Creates in Brickhouse and stuffed with fibrefill. Stitch Count is 103 x 104.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics using Weeks Dye Works threads. Not listed for DMC conversion - 3370. Stitch Count: 70 x 70. Finishing Board Used: Chantelle's 141 Designs Company - Small Plain Bender Board.
Bessie is grazing in the Bluebells with her little calf while their Shepherdess watches the butterflies. The chart is encircled by a delicate white rose border with a sampler of numbers at the bottom. My friend Maria from Mystic Meadow Creations turned this chart into a lovely project bag but you... Read more
Eagle of Freedom is the second of three designs from the Patriotic Branch Series. All 3 designs much be purchased to complete the design as shown. Model stitched on 32 Ct. linen of your choice using Weeks Dye Works & Gentle Art threads.
This pattern includes the Eagle of Freedom. The stitch count for the entire series will be 168W x 77H. Design Size: 11" x 5"
This design by Chessie & Me has 4 different patterns included. The main roof panel design features an alphabet and number sampler above an American flag.
Model stitched on 36ct Cider Linen from Silkweavers/Zweigart using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works thread.
Stitch count (roof... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring a young patriotic girl holding an American flag with the phrase "Grant to all on land and sea, justice, hope and liberty"!
Pattern is stitched on 18 ct Oatmeal from Fiber on a Whim using The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 80 x 147.
Cross stitch pattern from Southern Stitchers Co featuring a patriotic vase of flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and Southern Fried Floss (Farmhouse White, French Blue and Old Flag). Stitch count is 79 x 100.
Cross Stitch pattern from Annie Beez Folk Art featuring a patriotic truck with the phrase "Every heart beats true".
Model stitched on 32 count Ice Blue linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC floss, using 2 strands of floss over 2 linen threads. Stitch count: 74w X 66h.
Note: DMC 3881 has been discontinued. We suggest DMC 3364.
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring a beautiful design to show your patriotism. "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America & to the republic for which it stands one nation under god indivisible with liberty & justice for all".
Break out your red, white, and blue flosses and show your patriotism with this adorable couple. It's a perfect quick stitch for Independence Day.
All 3 charts are included
Model was stitched on 40ct Pushers Cerulean linen from Lapin Loops and you can find the wooden tags on Etsy from Texan Wood Crafts. Stitch counts are Flag - 28 x 70, USA - 23 x 73, Uncle Sam - 31 x 72.
A reproduction from the collection of the Oblate Sisters of Providence, Baltimore, MD - the first African-American Roman Catholic Sisterhood.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Ivory Belfast linen with DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 150H x 258W. Finished... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a red, white and blue bicycle and a patriotic train!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. black evenweave fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 98 x 70 each. Finished size: 7" x 5" each.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring patriotic flowers, an American flag and the phrase "God Bless America"!
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave with Classic Colorworks or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 125 x 140. Finished size: 9" and 10".
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a patriotic couple celebrating the Fourth of July next to a summer door.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 98 x 70 each. Finished size: 7" x 5" each.
Pattern by Joan Elliot featuring a beautiful Native American woman with a few animal friends including a bunny, a baby deer, and a bird.
Stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss, Kreinik #4 Braid, and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 200 x 144 and the finished size is 14.29" x 10.29 on 28 count.
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring the two symbols of American freedom, our beautiful flag and the Bald Eagle. An original poem inspired by our National Anthem adds a historic touch to this Victorian style design. "What hint of freedom lies beyond the early morning light? Between... Read more