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.
Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. French Lace using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Comes with a piece of Weeks Dye Works felted wool. Shown with Pin-Mini Set from Just Another Button Company (JPM458).
Stitch Count for Pincushion: 56W x 56H (2 pcs) 224W x 15H.... Read more
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.
All three models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Slate linen. Stitch Count: Framed Piece - 110x135, Stitch & Stow Bag - 81x82, Pincushion - 61x65. Designs use DMC floss.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring so many mix & match possibilities with these stamp size snippets - love them finished as a whimsical pillow as well as a statement art piece for your beach loving soul.
Model Stitched on 32 ct Lt. Mocha Belfast using DMC floss with Gold fish hand dyed rick rack from Lady Dot Creates. Stitch count: 121 x 93.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring the Birthday themed pattern from the Plaid All Year series! Make sure that someone in your house is recognized on their special day - perfect for the kiddos & grandkiddos!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Slate from Fabrics by Stephanie with Cosmo floss. Stitch count is 53 x 51.
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 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.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Tiffany from Fabrics by Stephanie with Weeks Dye Works floss and Kreinik #4 Braid. Buttons by Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 41 x 60. Finished Size is 2.56 in wide X 3.75 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring a continuation of #chalktalk!
Model Stitched on 32 ct. linen using DMC floss. Stitch counts and finished sizes are;
Framed: 110 x 135 & 6.88" x 8.44"
Stitch & Stow Bag: 81 x 82 & 5.06" x 5.13"
Pincushion: 60 x 63 & 3.75" x 3.95".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring a sweet gathering of hives tucked among the fields of clover. Imagine how busy those skep's must bee!
Model Stitched on 32 ct Friendship Green Belfast using Classic Colorworks floss with Bee solo mini pin from Just Another Button Company. Stitch count: 113 x 72.
"Apples and Sage" Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Chocolate Milk from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 53x135. Design Size: 3" x 8".
"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
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. fabric with Weeks Dye Works floss and Kreinik #4 Braid. Buttons by Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 42 x 60. Finished size: 2.6" x 3.75"
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
Part one of the Fright the Way series - a collection of 9 Frightfully Fun Halloween Ornaments.
Part one comes with three charts with 2 different color palettes. Models stitched on 32 Ct. Charcoal Belfast linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss or stitched over 2 threads... Read more
"Irony - the opposite of wrinkly" Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. White Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 63x91. Design Size: 4" x 6"
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Dirty Cashel using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count for block top and Bottom is 58x58 and cut size is 10x10 (x2) side Panel is 33x232 with cut size 8x23.
Shown with Pins by Just Another Button Company
"I dream of the sea and the wild salt air." Models stitched on 28 Ct. Antique Ivory Cashel with DMC floss. Stitch Counts: Sampler - 82x82. Design Size: 6" x 6" Pincushion - 98x98. Design Size: 7" x 7" Spool - 89x32. Design Size: 7" x 3" Corner Gauge Case - 45x45. Design Size: 4" x 4"
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 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
"Stitching is my heart's desire." Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Flax Cashel linen using DMC floss. Pillow Keep Stitch count: 55x55. Design Size: 4" x 4" Fob Stitch Count: 33x33. Design Size: 3" x 3"
First pattern in the "To the Beach" series. Model stitched on 32 Ct. Toasted Almond from Hand Dyed Fabrics by Stephanie (or fabric of your choice - we suggest 32 Count Silver Moon Belfast Linen) with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 92x61. Design Size: 6" x 4"
Part of the Chalk Squared Series. Can be stitched as an individual design or as part of the entire series of calendar florals. Individual model stitched on 32 Ct. Gunmetal linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and shown with buttons from Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 60W x 60H. Design... Read more
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Gunmetal Linen by Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art Sampler threads or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 60W x 60H. Design Size: 4" x 4"
Part of the Chalk Squared Series. Can be stitched as an individual design or as part of the entire series of calendar florals. Individual model stitched on 32 Ct. Gunmetal Linen by Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art Sampler Threads or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 60W x 60H. Design Size: 4" x 4" If... Read more
Model stitched on 28 Ct. White Linen with Gentle Arts Sampler Threads, Weeks Dye Works Thread, and Just Another Button Company pin set (JP207). Includes felt square on top of pincushion. Stitch count for box top and bottom is 58 x 58. Design Size: 5" x 5" Stitch count for side panel is 34 x 232. Design Size: 3" x 17"
Models stitched on 28 Ct. Aztec Red Gingham by Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts threads. Ladies Stitch Count: 53 x 40. Finished Size: 4" x 3" Lords Stitch Count: 48 x 38. Finished Size: 4" x 3". Shown with buttons from Just Another Button Company.
Models stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Aztec Red Gingham linen with Gentle Art Sampler Threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and DMC. Shown with buttons from Just Another Button Company.
Stitch Count: Pipers - 50x41. Finished Size: 4" x 3"
Drummers - 74x42. Finished Size:... Read more
The sampler and pincushion were both stitched on 32 Ct. "Linen" linen by Weeks Dye Works with 2 Strand Navy by Weeks (need 3 spools to complete both designs) - or thread of your choice. Sampler stitch count: 91x91. Design Size: 6" x 6" Pincushion stitch count: 32x53. Design Size: 2" x 4" Finishing instructions included.
"Give thanks for this day." Model stitched on 32 Ct. linen using Gentle Arts Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 53x62. Design Size: 4" x 4"
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.
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.
A 3-part Mini Series to celebrate the Crafty in all of us! This design features the phrase "I was stitching when stitching wasn't cool"!
Note from the designer, "I get tired of hearing my grandma does that stuff' Let me tell you, if your grandma is a cross stitcher, she's pretty... Read more
Pretend you are looking through a spyglass & what you see is this gem of a beach setup - looks like the perfect day to me! This fun summertime pattern by Hands on Designs features a perfect tropical beach scene with lounge chairs and palm trees.
The models were stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 69 x 67. Finished size is 4.31" x 4.19".
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 32ct Natural Belfast with DMC floss. Stitch count is 15 x 175(3... Read more
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
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
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.
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".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a pumpkin patchwork design. Time to plan a visit to the Pumpkin Patch! Finish your jack-o-lantern on this perfect Pumpkin Paddle!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Vintage Stormy Night with DMC floss. Stitch count is 65 x 65.
This pattern from Hands On Designs is the first part of a 4 part series of seasonal thoughts. The design says "Gather Blessings" and features a house, a flower, and a buzzing bee!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 65x42.