Erica Michaels Cross Stitch Patterns

This trio of berries is a nod to those traditional colors and also what they symbolize in our nation's flag and emblems. Each is primarily a monochromatic stitch with a few details in other colors. Feel free to go with your favorite red/white/blue color palette when you make your floss/fabric... Read more about Red, White, & Blue Berries - Patriotic Cross Stitch Pattern

A classic sentiment reminding us to always cherish those closest to us. All three pieces feature a strong primary color palette and classic sampler motifs. The small pinkeep has a bit of one-over-one stitching and the smallest piece is shown on perforated paper/vinyl. Designs finished with Pom Poms,... Read more about Cherish - Cross Stitch Pattern

The series continues with some summery notes that are less beachy. All are quick to stitch, and include a picnic complete with the requisite ants and a nod to summer vacations. One small piece is shown on perforated paper/vinyl - along with three more quick-to-stitch smalls. Plenty of finishing... Read more about Summer Cartouches - Cross Stitch Pattern

These may look a bit familiar; they were a club exclusive a few years ago and now widely available, and I've definitely had requests for them. What's not to love? A tomato pin cushion, a favorite pair of scissors, and even a thimble - Pins & Needles, Measure & Cut, Count & Stitch - all accented with... Read more about Stitcher's Garden Berries - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Classic Homespun linen by R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 126x72. Finished Size: 7" x 4"

Note from the designer: Not long after releasing my first berry designs, I began teaching a finishing class, usually hosted by one of you, my retailers - and typically included a simple berry chart designed for the location and/or season (some may look familiar to you!). After ten years, this book... Read more about Life is Sweet (9 Designs) - Cross Stitch Pattern

Personally, for me there is no resistance happening whatsoever - but perhaps that's easier for others! This quick-to-stitch design is just for fun and available as a full-color large-format card.

Pattern is stitched on 36 count Hemingway linen from Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 141 x 47. Finished size is 7.8" x 2.6".

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 about Birdsong Berries - Cross Stitch Pattern

Stitch counts and finished size:
- Game board: 190w x 131h; 10.5" x 7.2"
- Drum: 240w x 52h; 13.3" x 2.9"
- Berry: 127w x 72h; 7" x 4"

Stitched on Picture This Plus 36 count Vellum linen. Finished with Lady Dot Creates Vintage rayon ribbon and Weeks... Read more about Liberty Games - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: "And since I'm quilting (or pretending to) these days, there had to be a trio of berries to partner along! These use the same Classic Colorworks color palette as the A-Bee-Cs series, but are stitched on different neutral linen. They are so cute!!!"

Pattern... Read more about Quilting Berries - Cross Stitch Pattern

Spring Cartouches: This series continues with very garden-y' selections full of fresh greens and budding floral colors. Accented with pretty trims and Just Another Button Co buttons, they certainly add a fresh touch to any collection.

Bloom, Garden, and Spring are stitched on 36 count... Read more about Spring Cartouches - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern by Erica Michaels Needleart Desins featuring autumn themes berries with the sentiments "Happy Fall Y'all", "Autumn Leaves Abound" and "The Pick of the Patch"!

Model stitched on 36 ct. Heartland linen using Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 127w x 72h.

Two partner berries in one chartpack. The large berry was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Raw/White Petit Point linen with The Gentle Art Simply Wool and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 126x72.

The Small Berry was stitched on silk gauze using Classic Color Works and DMC floss. Finished size: 205x121.

Did you know that collective nouns are also known as nouns of assembly? When combined with some spooky Halloween favorites, this is the result and there is a lot happening here! In addition to the large piece surrounded by the graveyard fencing, each of the seven bats, ghosts, and more can be... Read more about A Frightful Assembly - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring an heirloom tomato pincushion with saying "Prosperity and good fortune." Comes with hand dyed buttons.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Tycho from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts: Pin pillow - 102 x 88. Berry - 127 x 72.

A collection of traditional Quaker motifs are scattered across this berry design. The silk berry's central motif includes a monogram (alphabet included), and is stitched in a multi-colored palette. The linen berry motifs are stitched in a single color, although a multi-colored color key is... Read more about Quaker Berry - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring the word "Thanksgiving" with a turkey on a pillow!
Model stitched on 36 ct. Wintage Homespun linen from R&R Reproductions using Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 65 x 58.

Pattern by Erica Michaels featuring cute needlework inspired pincushions with birds.

Model stitched on 36 ct. Wren linen from PTP using The Gentle Art , Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. Stitch count is 126 x 72 (Large Berry) and 205 x 121 (Small Berry). The finished sizes are 7" x 4" and 11.36" x 6.72".

Pattern by Erica Michaels featuring an old Irish blessing written in script that reads "May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sun shine warm upon your face and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his... Read more about Olde Irish Blessing - Cross Stitch Pattern

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 about Quilting A-Bee-Cs Part 5 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch design from Erica Michaels featuring 3 patterns for Quaker themed berries.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 126 x 72. Finished size is 7" x 4"

Includes patterns for the silk and linen berries as shown. The large berry was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Storm linen by Picture This Plus with Gentle Art Sampler threads and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 126x73. The threads associated above are for the berry.

The small berry was stitched... Read more about Scary Berry - Cross Stitch Pattern

It's a trio of berries celebrating the Christmas season - full of traditional colors and motifs. It's never too late to stitch more Christmas decor - right? Remember my seasonal berry trios from a few years ago? This is the first of more berries of these sets to celebrate various holidays.... Read more about Christmas Berries - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pumpkins, colorful leaves, squirrels - just a few things that come to mind when thinking of fall. It's a favorite season for many of us and a dream to design for! Hand-dyed buttons and a brass charm are included.

Pattern is stitched on 36 count Wheat using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 65 x 79 for pin pillow and 127 x 72 for berry.

Note from the designer: Inspired by an entry in my great-grandmother's autograph book and motifs from an antique pattern booklet, this monochromatic set includes three pieces (a mini sampler, berry, and needle book). A prior class/retreat piece, and now a general release, the wood tray shown in the... Read more about A Cheerful Heart - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: Based on a silk gauze antique embroidery in my collection, this plump, pampered cat is adapted for linen and finished as a drum - although easily framed up or finished as you like.

Model stitched 1 over 2 on 36ct Shiloh from Needle & Flax (comparable to DMC 422)... Read more about Favoured Feline - Cross Stitch Pattern

Here is the partner for Spring & Summer, released in May. Same format for this classic set of seasonal designs. Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring two pillow patterns with the words "Autumn - Nature's trick or treat" and "Winter - Nature's slumber"!

Autumn... Read more about For All The Seasons 2 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: "Next up in this 5-part series, R,S,T,U,V,W form the fourth row in the overall design" This is part 4.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vanilla Bean from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 263 x 223.

Threads:
... Read more about Quilting A-Bee-Cs Part 4 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Just as the title suggests, these berries are full of snowy fun and perfect for your decor all through the season. As with the other berry trios in this series, you have one design which is monochromatic and two other berries to complete the set - a cardinal in the snow and some wooly sheep bundled... Read more about Winter Berries - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring three berries with the alphabet!

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Affogato from Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works floss with Weeks Dye Wools and Lady Dot Creates for finishing. Stitch count is 127 x 72.

Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring Patchwork quilt blocks and the alphabet combine for a fabulous sampler in a five-part series. This is part 2.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vanilla Bean linen from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 263 x 223.

Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring two pillow patterns with the words "Summer" and "Spring"!

Pattern is stitched on 37 ct Russian Tea Cake and Aesthetic White from Legacy linen using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 113 x 55 each.

Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring a game board with a "beach" theme.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Chocolate Milk using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch counts are 163 x 127, 127 x 72, and 124 x 43.

Note from the designer: "Patchwork quilt blocks and the alphabet combine for a fabulous sampler in a five-part series." This is part 1.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vanilla Bean from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 263 x 223.

... Read more about Quilting A-Bee-Cs Part 1 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: "Next up in this 5-part series, L,M,N,O,P,Q form the third row in the overall design. This time there are three little outtakes'; I stitched all six blocks individually, then finished them back to back as three mini-cushions using two different fabrics - it's an ideal way... Read more about Quilting A-Bee-Cs Part 3 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch count: 126x72. Finished size approximately 8" x 4 1/2". Finishing instructions included.

Stitch counts:
- Pin Cushion: 81 x 64
- Berry: 126 x 72

Model stitched on 30 count Mariner's Map Legacy linen using Weeks Dye Works and DMC threads. Finished using Weeks Dye Works threads and Vintage Ruler Twill Tape from Lady Dot Creates.

Designer's note:
... Read more about Stitch All The Things - Cross Stitch Pattern

Button Card Model stitched over two on 35 Ct. Beige Linen using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, and Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid. Also required, but not listed above DMC 3883, only found in the DMC 2013 New Colors Floss Pack. Stitch Count for Button Card Model: 53x65. Design Size: 3" x... Read more about Wicked Cute - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Garnet linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and DMC floss. Stitch count: 126 x 72. Finished Size: 8" x 5"

Contains patterns for both the silk and linen berries. Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Tumbleweed linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 126 x 72 Design size: 8" x 5" Finishing instruction included.

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Winter Sky by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 127W x 72H. Design Size: 8" x 5" Finishing instructions included.

Model stitched on 30 Ct. Heirloom Gold hand-dyed linen using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts Sampler Threads. Stitch Count: 180W x 171H. Design Size: 12" x 12"

These striking tree motifs are featured on a 1796 sampler of the Ten Commandments, and I've transplanted' them into a delightful little woodland tableau. The larger sampler is closer to the antique featuring verses from Psalm 96 incorporated into the design: Let the field be joyful, and all that is... Read more about Joyful Fields - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

It's a start to a new series! A selection of seasonal smalls featuring borders which surround a word descriptive of the season. These are just little bits of stitching - quick, easy, and a great way to use those leftover scraps of fabric, trims, etc., and even perforated paper. Plenty of... Read more about Autumn Cartouches - Cross Stitch Pattern

Inspired by and adapted from an antique sampler, this wonderful tree is the centerpiece with its woodland creatures and classic border. I've added the verse to remind us of the season of thanksgiving, but it's a sentiment to honor all year long. The companion berry features the squirrel, and... Read more about Thanks & Giving - Thanksgiving Cross Stitch Pattern

The Christmas tree is likely one of the most recognizable symbols of the holiday season! This rendering is comprised of pattern bands/borders inspired by my collection of vintage pattern books. Primarily monochromatic, your options for fabric/floss combinations are plentiful. The framed piece... Read more about A Tree for Christmas - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design from Erica Michaels features the saying "Good friends are like stars. You don't always see them, but you know they are always there." Pattern also included for a matching berry.
Read more about Friends & Stars - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: A Mystery Reveal so just a peek for now! It is a garden themed design stitched on a neutral color. In my collection of tiny 19th century pattern books is a loose page with two floral borders - and this design is built around one of those! It's a perfect fit for the verse and... Read more about Voice of the Garden - Cross Stitch Pattern