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).
Note from designer: Bill & I stopped in Iceland on our way home from teaching in The Netherlands - I still remember watching these lightning fast birds hop from rock to rock! It was so much fun, it seemed like they were having a great party!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Linen using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 51 x 52. Finished size is 3.19" x 3.25".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a cute little walrus and snow covered trees.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Polar Plunge from Fabrics By Stephanie with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 51 x 52. Finished size approximately 3.25" x 3.25".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a cute little whale and snow covered trees.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Polar Plunge from Fabrics By Stephanie with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 51 x 52. Finished size approximately 3.25" x 3.25".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring good options when we're talking about the beach. More Beach offers both a sampler and a small - perfect for your beach house or that room in your house where you dream of the beach!
Model Stitched on 32 ct Country French Rain using Weeks... Read more
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Cocoa linen by Weeks Dye Works with Sulky 12 Wt. Cotton Petites. Stitch Counts: Pillow - 75x77. Design Size: 5" x 5" Ornaments - 39x49, 3" x 4", 41x41, 3" x 3", 57x32, 4" x 2"
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring a new 'hallmark moment' classic for the day of hearts & love! I say make it a useful pincushion to be displayed & used year round. "I love you a waffle lot!"
Model Stitched on 32 ct. Antique White Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count: Waffle Top 65 x 65; Waffle Bottom 65 x 65. Finished sizes: 4.06" x 4.06".
"My needle & thread may they never part ...it's the key to unlock my stitcher's heart." Chart includes patterns for the box top, pincushion, wax key holder & scissor fob with a link to complete finishing instructions & box lining. The models are stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum... Read more
"Knee high by the 4th of July" Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Milk Chocolate by Fabrics by Stephanie, using Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch Count: 91x126. Design Size: 6" x 8"
Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Touch of Blue using Weeks Dye Works. Comes with a piece of Weeks Dye Works felted wool. Shown with Pin-Min from Just Another Button Company (JPM483) and Needle Nanny from Zappy Dots (ZAP-113).
Stitch Count for Pincushion: 56W x 56H (2 pcs) 224W x... Read more
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Tin Roof linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 43X79. Design Size: 3" x 5" Comes with a small piece of wool felt for the snowman's nose and a star button.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Beautiful Beige line with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count - top and bottom 58x58 (2 pieces). Design Size: 4" x 4" side panel 34x232. Design Size: 3" x 17" Shown with Just Another Button Company - M is For Meow Pinset (JP218). Comes with Weeks Dye Works felted wool.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Chalkboard Linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Shown with pins from Just Another Button Company. Pattern comes with Weeks Houndstooth wool for finishing. Instructions included. Stitch count for block top and bottom 58x58. Design Size: 5" x 5"
"Coffee - a hug in a cup" Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Oaken by Picture This Plus using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 64x64. Design Size: 4" x 4"
Summer House Stitche Workes & I had so much fun with this ribbon wrapped/pillow stack finish that appeared in our Between Friends, A Fall Sampling' book collaboration. We have each designed our own selection of Ribbons for Holiday cheer.
The models were stitched on 32ct Natural Belfast... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a town at Christmas time with the phrase "Merry Christmas"! A timeless Holiday design with all of the traditional hallmarks of the season!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32ct Charcoal Belfast linen with Colour and Cotton threads. Stitch count is 69 x 69.
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and shown with Just Another Button Company Pin-Mini Just Sew (JPM431). Comes with a felt circle embellishment.
"Life is short, lick the bowl!" Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 64x92. Finished size: 4" x 5.75".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Beautiful Beige linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count - top and bottom 58x58 (2 pieces). Design Size: 5" x 5" Side Panel: 34x232. Design Size: 3 x 17" Shown with Just Another Button Company - W is for Woof (JP219). Comes with Weeks Dye Works felted wool.
Models stitched over 2 threads on "linen" colored linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC floss. Stitch Counts: Back Pocket Pillow: 90x94. Design Size: 6" x 6" Scissor Charms: 27x27, 2" x 2", 26x27, 2" x 2", 34x40, 3" x 3". Shown with Flamingo solo pin from Just Another Button Company #JP449.
Model is stitched on 28 count French Rain Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Includes wool shown on the top of pincushion.Shown with Pins from Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 5858 (2) & 34232.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Brandywine linen (2 pieces measuring 10x10 and 1 piece measuring 8x23) with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Shown with a Pin Set #JP199 from Just Another Button Company. Finishing instructions included. Comes with a piece of felted wool for the top.
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The design that started it all! Autumn Folk was completed 1st and set the tone for this celebration of the seasons filled with color & detail.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Driftwood Belfast (Fabrics by Stephanie) with DMC floss. Stitch count is 51 x 190. Finished size is 3.19" x 11.88".
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Fall Sampling is the 3rd of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
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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.
We continue this heartfelt series with Summer...when the blooms are full & the butterflies and bees come to visit.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32ct Platinum Belfast with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 55 x 50 (3 designs). Rick rack on model is Pumpkin Boo by Lady Dot Creates.
Gather Wildflowers features three adorable little patterns for Spring! They feature a cozy cottage, flowers, and the saying "Gather Wildflowers."
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count for each design: 53x52. Rick rack on model is Country Rust by Lady Dot Creates.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring the Block Party! It's a pincushion party based on a fun (& nice) 4-letter word! I've wanted to design a few blocks for holidays - so I made the holidate' the 4-letter pinset word!!
Model stitched on 28ct Artichoke by Wichelt Imports... Read more
Life is Just...a BIG Bowl of Cherries! This sweet little stitch comes with a few bonuses... a cherry of a charm & custom thread card! You supply the wire closure or book ring to keep project threads tidy!
Model stitched on 32 ct Antique White Belfast with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 53 x 77.
Model stitched on 30 Ct. Tin Roof by Weeks Dye Works, using Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works and DMC Shown with Pins from Just Another Button Company (JP127). Stitch counts and finished sizes are;
Pincushion: 115 x 115. Finished Size: 8" x 8"
Basket: 91 x 91. Finished Size: 7" x 7"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Slate from Fabrics by Stephanie with Classic Colorworks floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Counts: Jar - 66x95, Liberty Small - 65x45. Shown with a Liberty Pin-Mini Set JPM465 from Just Another Button Company.
Let's Talk Winter by Hands on Design is inspired by traditional chalkboard signs. Featuring Christmas and holiday themed words and phrases, everything from "Warm Winter Wishes" to "Snow Day" and "Blizzard".
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with DMC... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Slate from Fabrics by Stephanie with DMC floss. Stitch Count from framed piece: 110x37, Pillow - 81x85, Hoop - 60x63.