I've been wanting to do a small sampler with an antique look and finally did it!
The sampler is stitched on 40-Count Sapphire linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 77 x 63. Finished size is 3.85" x 3.15".
I was invited to join the XStitch the Rainbow team and design a piece using the Night Garden palette. Each designer was assigned the same ThreadworX colors and a maximum size piece to design. And this is what I designed!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Wheat from Fiber on a Whim using Threadworx threads. Stitch count is 59 x 60. Finished size is 2.95" x 3".
Bring back memories of trick-or-treating and the excitement of filling your bag with delicious candy! Spooky Sweets has a row of adorable Halloween bags and buckets with tasty Halloween candies cascading down.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Cappuccino linen by Fiber... Read more
I'm obsessed with Santa ornaments in cute shapes: moons, stars, circles or squares. I decided to try designing my own version and Santa Claus as a square turned out so cute that I had to make a Mrs. Claus and Frosty to keep him company on the Christmas tree!
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a sampler with adorable flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen, Fiber on a Whim 'Dulce de Leche' using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 164w x 175h. Finished size is 8.2" x 8.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring the endangered Amur Leopard! Stitch this and learn more about the species on the back of the pattern!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 107 x 107. Finished Size: 6.7 x 6.7.
Cross stitch pattern from Luhu Stitches featuring a sunny, Easter home in April!
Model is stitched on 28 count Country French Cafe Mocha Linen using DMC Floss and and occasional Gentle Arts or Week's Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 120 x 45. Finished size is 8.57" x 3.21".
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a floral sampler with the phrase "When peace like a river attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll, whatever my lot, thou has taught me to say it is well with my soul"!
The model was stitched on 36 count Legacy linen by Edinburgh. Stitch count: 312 x 268, Finished size: 17.28"x 14.72"
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring a beautiful box and pincushion. Finishing instructions are included.
Pattern is stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Light Sand linen by Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss and Mill Hill beads. Fabric Size: 17w x 26h. Finishing... Read more
Woven red roses adorn the lid of this tiny treasure. Lay your tired, worn, and broken needles to rest until Hari-Kuy? next February. Hari-Kuy? is a Japanese memorial service to give thanks to needles for their hard work throughout the year. Or if you just like creepy needlework, this one's for you.... Read more
A charming patriotic sampler. The individual blocks would make a cute ornament set as well. 8 Charms included!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Belfast Flax Linen using DMC threads. Stitch Count 117 x 117. Finished size is 7.31" x 7.31". Fits in a standard 8" x 8" frame, or 10"/12" x 10"/12" if matted or mounted.
Cross stitch pattern from New York Dreamer featuring the phrase "Life doesn't come with a manual. It comes with a mother"!
Pattern is stitched on 32ct. Faun by Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 152 x 152. Finished size is 9.5" x 9.5".
The newest design in the Faire series...Pear Faire!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Milk & Honey lugana by Fiber On a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 93 x 70. Finished size is 5.81" x 4.38".
In my recent thrifting adventures, I came across a lovely, partially finished cross stitch tablecloth. The floral patterns and designs on this beautiful piece became the inspiration for these two designs. I love the vibrant colors of the centerpiece and the charming arrangement of the bouquet.
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This needlebook design from The Primitive Hare features everything about coffee, including "Coffee is a hug in a mug!" Stitched on 30 Ct. Old Salem linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 181 x 130. Finished size is 12.07" x 8.67".
This needlebook design from The Primitive Hare features everything about tea, including "Tea Thyme is Comfort." Stitched on 30 Ct. Kiss Me in Paris linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 181 x 130. Finished size is 12.07" x 8.67".
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely home at night surrounded by flowers!
Midnight Posies Pin Pillow is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads with the following floss: ThreadworX Night Garden Palette. Stitch count is 60w x 60h. Finished size is 3.33 in wide X 3.33 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring the phrase "Surely it is God who saves me"!
The pattern is stitched on 40 count Cream and Sugar by Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 117 x 87. Finished size is 5 7/8" x 4 3/8"
Come and hear the mermaids sing of all the treasures of the deep! But be careful, they may try to convince you to join them in their songs!
Stitched on 32 count Tidal by Picture This Plus using Kreinik and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 266 x 199. Finished size is approx. 16.63 in wide X 12.44 in high.
This Plum Street Sampler design features friends and flowers at the top and then "If I had a flower for every time I thought of you, i could walk in my garden forever."
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Homespun by R&R Reproductions with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 96w x 168H. Finished Size: 5.33w x 9.33h.
This Plum Street Sampler design features lots of colorful flowers and the saying "I have gathered your heart to mine."
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Milk & Honey by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 98W x 170H. Finished Size: 5.44w x 9.44h.
Philippians 4:4 is quoted in this Plum Street Sampler Design. A red house, trees and birds are shown along with "Rejoice in the Lord always, and Again I say Rejoice!"
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 118W 101H. Finished Size: 6.56"w x 5.61h'.
A trio of skunks is stacked up in this cute little design by Plum Street Samplers.
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Dusty Road by Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabrics with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 54W x 90H. Finished Size: 3'w x 5"h.
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".
This Baltimore-style sampler is a tribute to the bond of sisters. The quote reads:"Beside a well one does not thirst. Beside a sister one does not despair."
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads with a DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 215 x 241. Finished size is 10.75" x 12.05".