Bell joins the whole line-up of Block Party charts this month! This former class piece gives us a peek into the North Pole workshop as the bell ringers practice their carols.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct Antique White Cashel with DMC floss. Stitch Count: side panel 34 x 232, top & bottom (2 pieces) 58 x 58.
Winter Folk is the final design in the Four Seasons Folk series. Thank you for coming on this seasonal journey with me. We end the series with paper whites, pine cones, frosty forests & 3 new specialty stitches.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Driftwood Belfast (Fabrics by Stephanie) with DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 190. Finished size is 3.31" x 11.88".
Poinsettia's, Putz houses, pears & a partridge. Classic holiday motifs with a touch of folk inspired design.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Zweigart with DMC floss. The Sampler design has a stitch count of 53 x 190 and a finished size of 3.31" x 11.88".... Read more about Christmas Folk - Cross Stitch Pattern
I find myself drawn to creating pincushions & needlebooks - small, beautiful & functional works of art. Enjoy this pattern, the 2nd in a series of what I hope will be perfect mates: Pins & Needles. A perfect patriotic pairing!
Let's wrap up some seasonal cheer! This is the next in the That's a Wrap series by Hands on Design, featuring some patriotic designs. Perfect for the upcoming Independence day holiday.
The models were stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast, Zweigart linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 15 x 175 for each ribbon. (suggested cut size - 19" x 15"). Finished size is 1" x 11".
Note: You may need 2 skeins of 3799 and Ecru if stitching all of the designs.
A good plaid & just plain fun colors are what I love about the holidays - & of course having my family at home!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. fabric with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 73 and the finished size is 4.44" x 4.56". Finished on the Chantelle's 141 Paddle Board.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands On Design featuring a sampler with the phrase "I sigh not for beauty nor languish for wealth. But grant me kind Providence virtue & health. Then richer than kings and more happy than they my days shall pass sweetly and swiftly away."
Cross stitch pattern from Heart's Ease Examplar Workes featuring a home with the phrase "But oh...to live in a rose covered cottage on a hill overlooking the sea, Where I'd patiently watch the tall ships sailing by "til my love returns safely to me"!
Note from designer: "A reproduction miniature blanket chest I had made from an antique I found on line is available through a vendor listed in the chart. Tray lifts out for more storage beneath. Quilt serves as a floss and utensil holder. The needle book contains its own mattress style... Read more about Mary Sophia's Pennsylvania German Sewing Set - Cross Stitch
A Sampler originally designed for the Queen City Sampler Guild's 20th Anniversary as a 5-part mystery sampler. Chart includes the full 5 part tutorial with color diagrams to stitch this sampler.
Note from designer: "The verse was composed by me in remembrance of the wonderful times I spent driving through the Brandywine
Valley and admiring the beautiful old stone houses and scenery."
"And so they came sojourners all praying for providence while heeding the call."
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Pecan Butter from Lakeside Linen using either Belle Soie, NPI or DMC floss. Stitch count: 259 x 304. Finished size:
12 7/8 x 15 x 1/8.
Antrim's Folly - A Burlington County Inspiration
Sampler No. 5 in the 13 Colonies Series. Inspired by the Mary Antrim sampler, once part of Betty Ring's collection.
A stamp-inspired chart from Hello from Liz Mathews featuring a lovely bouquet of flowers. Stitched on 36 count Affogato linen from Fiber On A Whim, using NPI threads. DMC conversion provided. Stitch count: 99x106
Two small designs from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring a home and a pumpkin with the word "Harvest".
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique Lace linen using Classic Colorworks or DMC floss. Stitch counts are 28 x 39 and 29 x 39. Finished sizes are approx. 1.75 in wide X 2.5 in high each.
Note from the designer: "The Pocket Round series continues with a favorite Christmas duo. Santa and Rudolph grace the lid of your Collector's red or gray Heartware bowl, or if you prefer, Pocket Rounds are the perfect size for ornaments!"
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Doubloon linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss. Stitch count is 34 x 34.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Summer Khaki Belfast linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 89 x 80. Approx. size is 5.5" x 5".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Homespun linen from R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 33W x 33H. Finished size: 2"x2". Comes with beads. Shown finished in a Heartware Bowl by Heart in Hand Needleart.
"Share your harvest to give meaning to life and peace to your heart."
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Legacy Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 106W x 120H. Finished size: 6.6" x 7.5". Comes with buttons.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha linen with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 160W x 80H. Approximate finished size: 10" x 5". Comes with a wooden leaf button and 2 wool circles.
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct Legacy Linen using Classic Colorworks. Specialty Stitches Used: Lazy Daisy Stitch and Smyrna Cross. Stitch Count: 46W x 58H. Design Size: 3" x 3.75". Snowflake Charm Included.
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Dirty Belfast using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 33w x 36H. Design Size: 2" x 2". Tiny Heart Button Included. Shown finished in a Heartware bowl.
This design by Heart in Hand Needle Art features a slim tall Santa Clause holding a sign that reads "Merry Christmas" (no longer available) with a small red bird perched on top.
Model stitched on 32ct Natural Belfast Linen using Anchor and Weeks Dye Works thread.
Stitch count: 39x x 70h. Finished size is approx 2.44 in wide X 4.38 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needle Art featuring Santa Claus holding a staff with a star!
Model stitched on 32ct. dirty belfast linen over 2 threads using two strands Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts Samplers. Stitch count is 42w x 74h. Approx size is 2.6" x 4.6".
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring a round alphabet sampler lid!
Model stitched on 32 ct Natural brown linen using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 57 x 55. Approx size is 3.4 x 3.4. Shown in a heartware bowl by Heart in Hand Needleart. (Pictured red bowl is no longer available).
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring strawberries and flowers!
Model stitched on 32 ct Chai Linen using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 30 x 41, berries; 35 x 37, blooms. Approx size is 1.9" x 2.5", berries; 2" x 2.3", blooms.
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring american flag an an eagle!
Eagle is stitched on 30 ct Blue Jeans linen using Classic Colorworks threads with a stitch count of 33 x 33. Flag is stitched on 32 ct Antique Lace linen using Classic Colorworks threads with a stitch count of 24 x 39.
This pattern from Heart in Hand Needlearts features the saying - "The every day sweet little things are the most beautiful."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Flax Belfast linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 103W x 63H. Finished size: 6.4" x 3.8". Includes embellishments.
A 16-page anthology which includes 6 previously released Collector's Heart designs. Never published as chart-only, this volume includes Collector's Hearts from 2002, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2013. Some of the designs are refreshed with different finishes, or new thread palettes. There is also one... Read more about Mementos of the Heart - Cross Stitch Pattern
What better way to celebrate the patriotic holidays than with a grand, red, white and blue cake! Frill designs are sized to be inserted in the middle of the imaginative tiny towns. This one can also be stitch separately and added to a red, white and blue display!
Featuring two cute little designs show finished as pincushions. On has a tomato pincushion and says "Stitch", the other has scissors, thread, and says "Maker."
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Milk and Honey using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 31 x 38 and 36 x 31. Finished sizes are 1.7" x 2.1" and 2" x 1.7".
Stitchers will want to add this needleworker to their Tiny Town project. Who can resist this little lady carrying her hoop with needle and thread in hand?
Stitched on 32 ct. Sleeping Bear linen by Needle & Flax with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 40 x 30 and the finished size is 2.5" x 1.88".
There is nothing like a new patriotic piece to stitch during the warm summer evenings ahead. The latest Doodles design evokes love for the USA with a collection of motifs in red, white, and blue!
Model stitched on 36 ct linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC alternatives. Stitch count is 65 x 65. Finished size is 3.61" x 3.61".