This piece celebrates many of the pollination heroes in world. There are native bees, of course, as well as birds, insects and mammals who are doing the essential work of pollinating the natural world. So let's give a little appreciation to some of the many creatures who keep our world full of... Read more
How could I not continue this fun series. We have a fat bumblebee who hardly looks like he can fly and he will have a squirrel friend to come soon, this year yet too. Continues in the same size approx. design count-60 wide and high, but rounded corners. The piece was stitched on 40 ct Hawthorne by Needle & Flax. Stitch count is 57 x 59.
Even a greenhouse needs pollinators! This piece was inspired by the idea of peering through the windows of an elaborate white-framed greenhouse. The finish offers a great opportunity for stitchers to build on their skills to create a new shape.
Abuzz at Midnight is one of my all time favorite designs! I love the saturated colors and the florals so much! This piece was originally offered as a Hello From Liz Mathews membership exclusive and is now a general release.
Pattern was stitched on 36 count Sapphire linen from Fiber on a... Read more
This cross stitch design from Heart in Hand Needlearts features a row of houses with sunflowers and beehives.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Old Stationary by Seraphim with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 176w x 30H. Finished size: 11" x 1.87". Embellishments included.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring bees starting a quilting company!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Count Dark Stormy Seas fabric, suggested fabric listed, with Classic Colorworks floss, DMC conversion listed. Stitch Count: 98 x 70. Finished size: 7" x 5".
This pattern from Sugar Maple Designs features a sheep standing on a hill, surrounded by flowers and buzzing bees.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Embellish by Atomic Ranch/Rogue Fabrics with Southern Fried Floss, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 87W... Read more
The Fragments in Time 2023 series from Summer House Stitche Workes was inspired by antique Berlin Woolwork. This is part Six and features a beehive.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. Country French Golden Needle linen from Wichelt with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works... Read more
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Fennel Seed Linen from Colour & Cotton using Needlepoint Inc Silk (or DMC floss 356, 471, 734, 937, 815, 22, 3774, 844, 3865). Stitch Count: 100W x 83H. Design Size: 5" x 4". Trimmed with Barn Door Chenille and backed with Shallots Velveteen from Lady Dot Creates.
"You be my honeysuckle I'll be your honey bee". Model stitched on 32 Ct. White Chocolate linen with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art Sampler threads (or all DMC White, 166, 780, 783, 815, 829, 972, 3799, 320, 352, 3832, 745 & 3722). Stitch Count: 125W x 74H. Design Size: 8" x 5"
Framed model stitched over 2 on 28 Ct. Lambswool Linen and Scissor Fob stitched over 2 on 32 Ct. Lambswool Linen using 2 strands of Gentle Art Sampler Threads & DMC floss (DMC alternates are 729 720 3348 3031 347 3834 3363 3799 white). The stitch count on the framed model is 87W x 64H.... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Luminous Fiber Arts featuring birds resting on a beehive while a bee collects honey!
Model stitched on 32 ct Sparrow linen from Luminous Fiber Arts or Doubloon by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks silk floss. Stitch count is 76 x 76.
Note from the designer: "Wrapping up this popular series with X,Y,Z, and a larger block for our quilting bee. That larger block has been modified just slightly for a cute outtake example. All portions of this series will continue to be available indefinitely, so anyone who thinks they might be... Read more
Decked out in her honeycomb skirt, a beekeeper minds her hive in this design from Heart in Hand Needlearts.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Old Stationary by Seraphim with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 40W x 30H. Finished size: 2.5" x 1.875"
Model Stitched on 36 count Veldt by Picture this Plus using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. DMC alternatives provided. Stitch count is 234W x 189H
This design from October House Fiber Arts features a bee skep set among the fowers.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Parchment linen from Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 92x68. Finished size: 5.75" x 4.25"
An Erin Elizabeth Design, worked on black fabric, featuring a cake stand with all things bees! Beehives, honey, flowers and more!
Model stitched on 14 ct. Aida using DMC thread. Stitch count is 63 x 83.
Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Fawn from Lakeside Linens using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art Sampler Threads (or all DMC white, 3799, 3371, 890/935, 168, 3012, 3828, 317/3768, 420). Model is trimmed with Sequoia pom trim from Lady Dots Creates. Stitch Count: 151W x 151H. Design Size: 8" x 8"
From Lizzie Kate's Flip-It Stamp series, June's selection features pretty posies, a beehive, and lots of buzzing bees. Model stitched on 28 Ct. Light Mocha Cashel linen with Weeks Dye Works (Amber, Aztec Red, Camellia, Deep Sea, Dolphin, Emerald, Molasses, Morris Blue, Palomino, Periwinkle, Scuppernong, Squash, Whitewash). Stitch Count: 47W x 47H.
Cross Stitch pattern from Annie Beez Folk Art featuring a bee and the phrase "How doth the little busy bee improve each shining hour".
The model is stitched on 32 count Salt Rock linen by Colour and Cotton, using 1 strand of floss over 2 linen threads. Stitch count: 88 w X 75 h. Design size approx.: 5 1/2" X 4 3/4"
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts & Stitchery featuring a beekeepers house!
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Cocoa by weeks dye works using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works threads; DMC conversions listed. Stitch count is 97 x 87.
Left side of model is stitched on 32 cout Beige Linen by Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch count is 37W x 65H.
Right side of model is stitched on 32 count Confederate Grey Linen by Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch count is 28W x 65H.