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
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 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.
Sunflower Feather Tree is a stunning cross stitch pattern that is the sixth in the Feather Tree Series.
Pattern is stitched on stitched on stitched on 36 count linen using The Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 69w x 90h. Approximate Finish Size: 3.7" x 5.0".
Inspired by motifs from antique German patterns, these stylized doves are perched to proclaim Peace on Earth or the Latin Pax in Terra and are perfect to showcase throughout the winter months. Models are stitched on different fabrics, illustrating the varied options available with this design: Aztec... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring two snowy owls on top of a home decorated for Christmas!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Lambswool Linen using Sulky 12 Wt. Cotton Petites thread with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 135 x 156. Finished size is 7" x 8".
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring January Air Mail, the California Quail!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count is 73 wide x 85 tall. Finished size is 4.5" x 5.3".
Cross stitch pattern from Jean Farish Needleworks featuring a crow and cow with the phrase "May your joys be as deep as the oceans and your troubles as light as its foam"
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using either DMC or Cosmo threads! Stitch Count: 117 x 195.
This leaflet size pattern includes numbers for personalizing y our piece and a lovely WELCOME HOME design! It is a fun fast stitch! Great as a hostess gift.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using DMC floss. Stitch count is 141 X 135 stitches. Finished Size is 8.81 in wide X 8.44 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needle and Scissors featuring Santa Claus riding a bird to deliver toys for Christmas!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Country Mocha fabric using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 90 x 73. Finished size is 4.5" x 3.65".
Cross stitch pattern from Stitches By Ethel featuring a crow pulling a sleigh full of Christmas presents with their mouse friend!
Model stitched on 28 count, Friendship Greene, Fabrics by Stephane. Stitch count: 170 x 60. Finished Size is 12.14 in wide X 4.29 in high. Model stitched with DMC floss. 1 tiny snowflake from the White Wedding Sprinkles Pack by Just Another Button Company
Thanksgiving is my family's favorite holiday, but it seems as though it has become the kick-off to the Christmas season lately. Ok, this year is even worse, the Christmas trees are already up in shops! This needlework set takes back this particularly American holiday and celebrates the... Read more
Did you know that a group of cardinals is called a "radiance?" This year the holiday card features radiant cardinals enjoying a gingerbread bird house! I couldn't decide which version I liked best so I included both.
The model is stitched on 40 count linen using Weeks Dye Works,... Read more
The Country Cottage Ornaments - Pastel Collection consists of 12 designs that will be released consecutively for 12 months. The designs each have different stitch counts, and thus will be a variety of sizes. The fabric used for the models is Wichelt's 32 count Beautiful Beige Linen, but these... Read more
Pattern by Plum Street Samplers featuring two sweet birds with black cherries.
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Cedar Plank linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 69W x 65H and the finished size is 3.83" x 3.61".
Cross stitch pattern from Luminous Fiber Arts featuring a bird infront of a Christmas candle with the phrase "Merry and Bright".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 count Sparrow Linen by Luminous Fiber Arts (Suggested Commercially Available Substitutes: PTP Doubloon or Vintage Country Mocha) with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 84H x 72W.
Second in the Air Mail series, welcome the Red-Cheeked Cordon Bleu! Isn't he adorable? I couldn't resist those rosy cheeks and his magical combination of colors. All the stamps in the Air Mail series are the same stitch count and use the same fabric.
The model was stitched over 2 threads... Read more
Fourth in the Air Mail series, welcome the Rainbow-Bearded Thornbill! This sweet little juvenile thornbill is singing his morning tune on top of some berries and blooms.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 73W x 85H
Air Mail June is #7 in the series, featuring the Silver-Throated Tanager. This bird won a beauty contest on my Instagram account! Those purples and yellows are so fun to stitch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall
Note from designer: I was inspired by an 80's color palette for this month, and I love how the browns, corals, and teals worked together with this colorful duck!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring Octobers Air Mail, the Japanese Bantam!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28ct Aqua Blue Light Linen with Requires 12 colors of Sulky Petites, 1 color of Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid, and 4 colors of Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 118w X 99h. Design Area: 8-3/8"w X 7"h.
Tom Turkey is flirting with a local lady by offering up some berries as a little gift. This cross stitch pattern is quite versatile and will fit in your decor any time of the year, not just at Thanksgiving.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Heartland by Picture This Plus using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 186 x 96.
These two little bluebirds are ready to fly! The designs are inverse images of one another - where there are stitches on one, there is empty space on the other. Both charts are included in this pattern.
Models:
The colorful bird was stitched 1-over-2 with 6 colors of Sulky Cotton Petites... Read more
Air Mail February #6 the Rose Breasted Cockatoo (also commonly known as the Galah). Continuing this little series featuring feathery stamps! This is the sixth stamp, and quite possibly the cutest!
About the series: The Air Mail series will be releasing throughout 2023 and 2024. The... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Yasmin's Made With Love featuring a beautiful quaker peacock!
Stitched on 32ct Wisteria evenweave by Tom & Lily Creations, with DMC threads. DMC conversion provided. Stitch count: 161 x 161. Chart includes both color and black/white graphs!
Cross stitch pattern from Yasmin's Made With Love featuring a beautiful quaker peacock with the phrase "Diversity is embracing the uniqueness of others"!
Stitched on 32ct Buttermilk linen from Fabric Flair with DMC threads. Stitch count: 92 x 137. Chart includes both color and black/white graphs!
Cross stitch pattern from Artful Offerings featuring a glorious garden on a splendid Summer day, a pair of brown birds happen upon an ornate urn containing a large juicy strawberry! Dressed in his finest top-hat and her strawberry fascinator, they survey the flowering beauty around them before... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a beautiful crow surrounded by flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Blueberry Milkshake from Grace Notes Fabric using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and The Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 80 x 79.