Note from the designer: This piece was inspired by an early dog walk, when we saw a group of pigeons staring intently into a puddle. This pigeon is deep in contemplation of life's mysteries (and his own reflection). But to keep things lighthearted, he is surrounded by lovely spring flowers and has... Read more
Cross Stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a lovely bird with flowers!
Model stitched on 40ct Weeks Dye Works Havana linen using The Gentle Arts thread, one strand over two. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 106w x 97h. Finished size is 5.3 in wide X 4.85 in high.
Fresh from the 2025 Nashville Needlework Market, comes this cross stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs!
Patterns are stitched on 36 ct Heartland from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads with DMC conversion. Only one skein listed(may need... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a spooky Halloween crow and skull! Three Charted options included! Materials are listed assuming 2 floss threads over 2 fabric threads on 32 count fabric. If you plan to stitch using 1 floss thread on a 36 or 40 count linen, you will only need... Read more
Let's get groovy! These fab feathered friends are easy to make with just a few straight seams and they make gorgeous pincushions, pattern weights, or sachets. Pattern includes three charts, plus illustrated step-by-step instructions and templates for felt accents.
Inspired by a vintage pincushion and Quaker samplers, I designed this sweet piece to celebrate my love of red thread and vintage stitching/sewing ephemera.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Cappuccino linen by Fiber on a Whim with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 108H x 108W. Finished size is 6.75 in wide X 6.75 in high.
A group of owls can be called by several names. I chose Parliament because it sounded the most regal! I show 2 fun finishing options.
The models were stitched on 32ct Antique White Belfast (framed), 20ct Lambswool linen (stand-ups) using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 102 x 100 (all 4), 48 x 50 (single owl). Finished Sizes: 6.38" x 6.25" (all four), 4.8" x 5" (single owl).
The newest design in the Faire series...Pear Faire!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Milk & Honey lugana by Fiber On a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 93 x 70. Finished size is 5.81" x 4.38".
Note from the designer: Three sweet berries inspired by sampler elements from my collection, we often hear the morning dove, goldfinch, and/or nightingale or owl from morning into the night. Previously a club exclusive now available for general release, the design and color palette are classic,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring lovely autumn pumpkins with blackbirds!
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Tea Dyed Monaco using DMC threads. Stitch count is 150 wide x 121 high. Finished size is 5.36 in wide X 4.32 in high. Mounted on Thatched 123 Citrus from Moda Fabrics.
Note from the designer: This was inspired by the traditional sampler motif of the "berry bowl" but I've filled my basket with birds and eggs! The bowl itself is more like a woven nest, to continue the theme (and give stitchers a chance to play with variegated floss).
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with a basket of birds! This 10-page booklet includes 2 needlebook covers and a lovely WELCOME! Plus an alphabet & numbers for personalizing your piece.
Pattern is stitched on 32ct Parchment Linen from Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 185 x 169 stitches.
I own a number of Pennsylvania-German show towels, and actually started collecting them before I ever knew I'd be moving to Pennsylvania! I found a new (to me) show towel this year, and have reproduced this really folk-arty pair of birds from it. This is the third in the series, and models and... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needlearts featuring a bird flying with a strawberry!
Models stitched on 37 count Russian Tea Cake by Legacy Linen using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss.
Stitch Counts and Finished Sizes:
Pin Mattress: 105w x 67h - 5.68" x 3.62"
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Perched beneath a canopy of a flowering tree, this wise owl vows to watch over the Night Garden where flowers whisper, stars glow, and needles stitch dreams by the light of moonbeams. This is my owl-ficial contribution for the XStitch-the-Rainbow's Night Garden Collaboration using the ThreadworX... Read more
What a better way to wrap up the Air Mail series than with this adorable, famously too friendly bird? What I wouldn't give to be able to genetically bring them back to life?
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 73 x 85. Finished Size:
4.5 x 5.3.
This beautiful pattern from JBW Designs features birds, flowers and the saying "Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Desert Taipan from Fox & Rabbit with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 186 x 108. Finished size is 10.4" x 6"
A stylized blue jay bird sitting on a persimmon tree branch looking at the ripened fruit. Persimmons are native to the region and can be found growing in Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia watershed.
Stitched on 18 ct. "Ivy" Aida by Fiber on a Whim with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 56 X 57. Finished size is 3.11" x 3.17".
A yellow goldfinch bird is perched on a frozen water fountain. There is a teal victorian era home and evergreen tree. This design was inspired by the architecture of Cape May, New Jersey.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Snow on Aqua from Fabric Flair with Ellana threads or DMC Conversions. Stitch count is 105 x 0102. Finished size is 6.6" x 6.4".
Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring lovely summer flowers with blue Jays!
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Tea Dyed Monaco. Stitch count is 150 wide x 121 high. Finished size is 5.36 in wide X 4.32 in high. Mounted on Thatched 147 Coneflower from Moda Fabrics.
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needlearts featuring a bird for the month of August in the Feathered Friends series!
Model stitched on 32 count Beautiful Beige by Wichelt using DMC floss. Stitch count is 56w x 56h. Finished size is 3.5" x 3.5". Sign stitch count is 50 x 10. Finished size is 3.13" x 0.63".
This design is one of 12 in the Feathered Friends Collaboration. 12 designers created a birdhouse-inspired design for each month of the year. As you can see, mine is for March! I was so thrilled to include a little robin surrounded by some pretty dogwoods (one of my favorite flowers, for sure).
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Cross Stitch pattern from Thistles featuring a pincushion with birds and flowers for every season!
Pattern is stitched on Belfast Linen Summer Khaki. Stitch count is 100w x 100h top; 400w x28h border. Finished size is 7.25 x 7.25 for top and 29 x 2 for border.
Cross stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring cool pink Flamingos!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct French Lace line by Wichelt using DMC threads. Stitch counts are 49 x 75 and 59 x 77. Finished sizes are 3.06" x 4.69" and 3.69" x 4.81".
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring the endangered Amur Leopard! Stitch this and learn more about the species on the back of the pattern!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 107 x 107. Finished Size: 6.7 x 6.7.
I find myself drawn to creating pincushions & needlebooks - small, beautiful & functional works of art. Enjoy this 1st in a series of what I hope will be perfect mates: Pins & Needles.
The models were stitched on 32 ct Flax Belfast & 18 ct white perforated paper with Classic Colorworks... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles featuring a geometric design with birds!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 137 x 137. Finished size is 9.25" x 9.25".
Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more
Sweet folk birds on a pretty pouch or pincushion. The threads used are slightly different for each design. Pattern includes both patterns and detailed finishing instructions.
Blue Fabric Pouch: Stitched on 32 count Blue Spruce by Zweigart. Stitch count is 77 w X 52 h. Finished size 6"... Read more
Feathered Friends is a Nashville Exclusive Collaboration. Collect all 12 designs.
Model stitched on 28 ct fabric using DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch counts are 56w x 56h (Birdhouse), 40w x 10h (Month Sign). Finished sizes are 4" x 4" (Birdhouse), 2.86" x 7.1" (Month Sign).
Note from the designer: A look through antique pattern books provides quite the selection of quirky birds! These designs feature that bevy, flock, or gaggle - and illustrate two very different (and interchangeable) looks depending on your color preferences.
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First designed for Mislaid Pages' 2024 Bird Box, the message behind this bird is Acceptance. Stitched in gorgeous silks on a beautiful linen hand-dyed by my roommate at Market, this chart reminds the stitcher that the most important person who can accept you is you.
Cross stitch pattern from Crafty Bluebonnet Designs featuring a collaboration with 12 talented designers bringing a new feathered friend and birdhouse for each month.
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Sterling by Picture This Plus using DMC floss. Stitch count is 55 x 55. Finished size is 3.93 in wide X 3.93 in high.