December stands at the ready to celebrate the holidays. His little hill is decorated and looking very festive! I think he would make a great ornament for the tree :)
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 63 x 78. Finished size is 3.5" x 4.33".
Quirky Quaker Pterodactyl
Take your stitching to prehistoric heights with this whimsical Quaker-style Pterodactyl design from Darling and Whimsy Designs!
Stitch Count: 45w x 45h
Model Stitched On: 2 over 2 on Macchiato Evenweave from The Sewing Shop
Threads Used: Cottage Garden Floss (DMC... Read more
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
The "Beekeeping Crows" design from Happiness Is HeartMade is a set of 3 patterns. The first design has two crows perched on either side of a beehive with several bees buzzing above. They are surrounded by a field of sunflowers, and there are sunflower bands at the top and bottom of the... Read more
From the Animal Alphabet Series comes an excited little otter, very happy to join her friends. Stitched on 26 count Traditional Groundcloth she has a stitch count of 65 x 65 and is stitched using DMC floss. Finished size is 5" x 5".
Step into the golden glow of fall with an enchanting new cross stitch pattern, Welcome To The Patch, where heartstrings and harvests entwine! Matilda embarks on a delightful new adventure with Murray-the dapper, country-hearted farmer mouse who has swept her off her paws.
Another offering from Stoney Creek comes his delight - featuring a little boy wearing a warm winter coat and knit hat sitting on a sled wishing Spring would arrive so he could play baseball with his little dog who is wearing a sweater, he is holding a baseball bat with a little bluebird perched on... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needle Arts featuring three Christmas animal, all wearing festive pants!
Model stitched on 36 ct Smoke Blue linen using DMC floss. Stitch count: 70w x 70h each. Finished size is 3.9 in wide X 3.9 in high. Finished on the Bauble Bundle by Chantelle's 141 Design Co.
It's fascinating watching squirrels in the fall as the scramble to collect nuts for the winter. When a friend challenged me to create something with squirrels, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to have some fun. I imagine the squirrels dropping their prize collectibles and exclaiming AWW NUTS! ... Read more
This Christian cross stitch pattern from My Big Toe Designs includes a trio of small patterns. One featuring the words "Best Friends" with a rabbit and duckling. One with Chickens that says Chickens! Lastly one that reads, "Lord have Mercy" with a simple border.
Among the Petals is #4 in the Blueberry Ridge Gardens Series. Featuring cute animals and flowers in a quaint basket!
Pattern is stitched on 40 count fabric with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 120 x 243. Finished size: approx 6" x 12.2".
This pattern will create a nice pindrum with a spring theme. Includes instructions on how to make the pindrum.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Milk & Honey by Fiber on a Whim with Gentle Arts floss (DMC Conversion included). Stitch count is 243 x 64. Finished size is 15.5 x 4 inches for 32 count fabric.
The "Scottie October Dog" design has Scottie Dog sitting under a tree branch with autumn leaves, and a crow perched on the branch above. Pumpkins and acorns surround Scottie Dog, along with hearts and other decorations.
The "Scottie October Dog" cross stitch design is part... Read more
Two models were stitched of this design - one as small horizontal pillow, stitched on a #25 linen over one thread and the second on a #36 linen over two threads. Did you spot the alphabet hidden among the pumpkins?
The model over one was finished as a flat hanging piece for a cupboard or... Read more
Welcome to my Winter Wonderland, where the world is blanketed in delicate snowflakes in shades of blue, rather than white, and the pines stand quiet watch over the world. My fabulous finisher, Maria Kutzner, finished this as a fun scissor pocket, but it would be equally adorable as a little pillow.
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The monthly series continues with October & November.October's little guy is standing on a pumpkin colored hill while a couple of ravens pass overhead.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 63 x 78. Finished size is 3.5" x 4.33".
This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features three tropical bird ornaments!
Stitched on 32 ct Summer Khaki Belfast linen with DMC, two strands over two linen threads. Each animal has a stitch count of 67 x 66 with a finished size of 4.19" x 4.13".
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needle Arts featuring various squirrels going after acorns!
Model stitched on 36 count Dust Bunny by Fox and Rabbit using The Gentle Art, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss.
Stitch counts and finished sizes:
Squirrel... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a cute little bird with the phrase "Chirp away little birdie, chirp away at me".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 78 x 64. Finished size is 4" x 3.25".
This sampler from Mille Fleur features a wooded scene at the top with a large tree and animals. The bottom is a series of bands including hearts, flowers, and scrolls. Stitched on light mocha linen using DMC threads. The stitch count is 120X190. Finished size is 8.5 x 13.5 in.
A truly mighty and masculine sight seeing a bull moose walk through the forest amongst the freshly fallen snow whilst snow flurries swirl of his back. He is adorned with a festive winter wreath around his neck.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen with Almond MNMS floss. The stitch count is... Read more
Make this fun summer set with llamas on a strawberry farm, with a berry basket, red farm truck, and loads of berries!
Models were stitched on 32-ct Linen in "Vintage Country Mocha" by Zweigart. Stitch size is comparable to 16-ct Aida. Shown in standard 5" x 7" frames. ... Read more
This patriotic pattern by Primrose Cottage is the perfect way to celebrate Independence day! This pattern features a stack of sheep waving American flags.
Model Stitched on 32 count taupe lugana, two over two using Colour and Cotton floss with a full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 45 x 56. Finished size is 2.81" X 3.5".
This fun pattern by Lindy Stitches features a majestic African Savanna Elephant surrounded by African themed flora.
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Silver Moon by Zweigart with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 107 x 107 and the finished size is 6.69" x 6.69".
This Christmas pattern by Needle Treasures Nook features the phrase "Merry Christmas" in red cursive with two reindeer standing around a green curlicue pine tree.
This pattern is stitched on 32 ct. light mocha linen using DMC and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 111w x 67h and finished size is 6.94" x 4.19".
The parade of sweet sheep continues with August & September. September's sheep is ready to root for his school under a banner with his school colors flying. It would be very easy to substitute a favorite color or school colors in the banner. The series will be released two at a time, the next... Read more
Welcome to the coop. The Hen House Collection is a charming quartet of cross stitch charts featuring cozy chicken homes, cheerful florals, and a flock full of personality. Each design feels right at home in a farmhouse, cottage, or stitch room and is perfect for finishing as small pillows, shelf... Read more
Flora and fauna were highly celebrated in nearly all 17th and 18th century pictorial embroideries. Executed entirely in cross or tent (half cross) stitches, the embroidered pictures embellished cushions and furniture and reflected a changing attitude toward domestic comforts, by serving to brighten... Read more
The canvaswork piece from which this bell pull was derived is a book cover, and dates to the first quarter of the 17th century. square tent stitched vignettes, reproduced here in the panels of the bell pull covered the book's spine vertically. It seems appropriate that the allegorical figures of... Read more
Note from the designer: This is a companion piece to Forest Home, and celebrates the amazing plants and animals of the grassland prairie. I had such fun with this colorful design, and included some of my favorite characters as well. I hope you can find something familiar from your home.
Pumpkin Pals celebrates the unlikely friendship between a Blue Bird and a Hedgehog united by their love of gourds. Surrounded by an autumn leaf garland, our pals stand watch over a wheelbarrow full of their favorite fall fruit. The friendship celebrated in this cross-stitch piece will remind... Read more
The Cat With Spring Tulips cross stitch design is part of the Cat Tales Collection by Happiness Is HeartMade. This flower-filled Spring design has Cat surrounded by tulips, butterflies, and hearts.
Stitched on 14 or 16 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 81w x 53h. Finished size varies on fabric count chosen.