What a better way to wrap up the Air Mail series than with this adorable, famously too friendly bird? What I wouldn't give to be able to genetically bring them back to life?
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 73 x 85. Finished Size:
4.5 x 5.3.
Wake up snakes and bite a biscuit! I first heard this phrase from Teresa Lass, a stitcher who was sharing some funny western sayings from her family. With some further research I discovered that it was a commonly-used phrase by a "cookie" - a wagon train cook. Cowboy slang is an interesting... Read more about Good Western Morning - Cross Stitch Pattern
Note from the Designer: If this pigeon looks familiar, it is! This pigeon is the same as my Air Mail March pattern, only more fantastic. I was playing around with a button that shifts the hue of my floss colors in my design program and accidentally created the orange and red pigeons you see in this... Read more about Pigeons in the Corn - Cross Stitch Pattern
This fun pattern by Lindy Stitches features two North Atlantic Right Whales, a mother and child surrounded by ocean imagery.
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Silver Moon by Zweigart with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 107 x 107 and the finished size is 6.69" x 6.69".
This design by Lindy Stitches features a calico cat prancing amongst red and checkered tulips! The top and bottom of the design is bordered with pink and orange floral designs.
Model stitched on 32ct Flax Linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works and DMC thread.
Stitch count: 64w x 95h.
Note from the designer - "These vultures have complex emotions and like sitting around contemplating things that are sad while the candle wax drips and the spiders weave their webs in the corners. But they're extremely cute white they do it. Check out those fuzzy muffs and legs. Instructions... Read more about Emo Birds - Cross Stitch Pattern
Not Lost is a collaborative pattern between Lindy Stitches and Rachel Grant, who did the original watercolor art. I tried to recreate her beautiful, vivid colors. The minute I saw this piece on Instagram, I knew I'd be emailing her because it moved me, comforted me, and reminded me that indeed, I'm... Read more about Not Lost - Cross Stitch Pattern
Dust of Snow by Lindy Stitches is a fun holiday design with a cute blue house with a red roof, geese flying over head, and is that Santa's Sleigh in the distance?
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Pearl Gray by Zweigart with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss (full DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 125 x 224 and the finished size is 7.81" x 14".
This sweet pattern by Lindy Stitches is perfect for strawberry season! Featuring an adorable black cat taking a comfy nap on a bed of strawberries and flowers.
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Ash Rose by Zweigart with Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. Stitch count is 141 x 181 and the finished size is 8.81" x 11.31".
This fun pattern by Lindy Stitches features a majestic African Savanna Elephant surrounded by African themed flora.
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Silver Moon by Zweigart with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 107 x 107 and the finished size is 6.69" x 6.69".
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring Decembers Air Mail, the Northern Cardinal!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall. Finished Size is 4.5" x 5.3".
Air Mail June is #7 in the series, featuring the Silver-Throated Tanager. This bird won a beauty contest on my Instagram account! Those purples and yellows are so fun to stitch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring a woman staying warm by wearing her cats!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Blue Slate Lugana by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks Belle Soie & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count: 86 wide x 114 tall
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring a black cat singing under the moon and says, "Black cat singing in the dead of night".
Also available in the Black Cat Season Collection: Midnight Walker, Black Cat Season, Blackest Cat, House Panther, and Good Luck.
"We would be together and have our books, and at night be warm in our bed together with the windows open and the stars bright."
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Mint by Pictute This Plus using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and DMC floss. Stitch count is 181W x 161H.
This design by Lindy Stitches features 5 adorable little patterns of spring time flora and fauna, one of which reads "in spring I long to be among the trees". This design is part one of the whole set!
Model stitched on 32ct or 40ct Silver Fox Linen by Fiver on a whim using DMC and Weeks Dye Works thread.
Stitch count (per square): 61 x 61.
"As birds are fitted to the boughs so was my love to me." Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Silvery Moon Lugana using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 227 x 177. Design Size: 14.2" x 11".
"Oh my darling it's true, beautiful things have dents & scratches too." Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Earthen by Picture This Plus with DMC floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 217W x 172H. Finished size: 12" x 9.6".
Lear's Macaw is one of the most beautiful and striking parrots, I think! This pair is demurely sitting together in the Brazilian sun.
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Silver Moon linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. The stitch count is 107 x 107 and the finished size is 6.7" x 6.7".
Reindeer Games cross stitch pattern! This troupe is ready to celebrate the holidays together. This pattern is a collaboration with artist Terry Runyan, who gave permission for me to adapt her art into fun cross stitch patterns. Her art is so fun to stitch! This pattern is stitched using basic... Read more about Reindeer Games - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern
"A stitch for sweet freedom and one for being kind, two more for diversity, the last for a humble mind." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Sterling Belfast linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art sampler Threads, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 104W x 139H. Design size is 6.5" x 8.7"
The Queen of Thread stitches in red! This adorable cross stitch pattern would look great personalized to any queen and hung in the craft room! Quick to work up with some gorgeous overdyed flosses on polka-dot linen!
Third in the Air Mail series, welcome the European Goldfinch! This patriotic bird can match quite a few patriotic flags. Being an American, I was of course thinking of our red, white, and blue, so I find it a little humorous that this bird is European!
This crush is the cutest sweetest little gentleman, the Broad-Billed Hummingbird! He's super fun to stitch because his belly is actually one floss!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Water Spirit linen by Seraphim Fabrics or any medium green fabric using Threadworx and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 87W x 86H
Helping in the Coneflowers is the summer installment of my Dogs in the Garden series, where dogs enjoy their favorite garden activities through four seasons. This chihuahua is doing his best with the gardening chores! All four of the series fit into a traditional 5 x 7 frame for easy finishing! ... Read more about Helping In The Coneflowers - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Speak for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute." Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Oaken using DMC floss, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Sulky Blendables. Stitch Count: 177W x 221H. Design Size: 938" x 12.3"
Model stitched over two on 30 Ct. Blush using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 80 x 80. Design Size: 5.3" x 5.3" Finishing uses Petticoat lace and Potato velveteen from Lady Dot Creates.
"As for me, I am poor & needy but the Lord takes thought for me." Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Valor linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 121x75. Finished size: 7.6" x 4.7"
Features the sentiment "Autumn strolls make thankful souls" Model stitched on 36 count Nantucket Eve linen from Seraphim Fabrics, using Classic Colorworks, Weeks dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 185 x 125.
Features the sentiment "Susie Susie sampler maker, how does your garden grow? With houses and deer on old linen & flowers lined up in a row" Pattern can be stitched on 32 count linen of your own choice using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC floss. Stitch count is 198 x 161.
This design by Lindy Stitches reads, "My God, why would you shed your blood - so pure and undefiled to make a sinful one like me your chosen, precious child?" bordered by small blue flowers.
Model stitched on 40ct Cafe Au Lait Linen by Zweigart using CLassic Colorworks.
Stitch count: 173w x 116h.
"Cut your thistles before St. John or you will have two instead of one."
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Serene Belfast by Picture this Plus with DMC foss, Weeks Dye Works floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 52h x 138W. Finished size: 3.25" x 8.6".
"Count of Candy" "Prince of Pies" "Lord of Gourds"
Models stitched on 16 Ct. Shale Aida or 32 Ct. Shale Belfast linen from Picture This Plus with Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC floss. Stitch Count for each pillow is approximately 67" x 68".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Blue Whisper Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 91W x 103H. Finished size: 5.75" x 6.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring an adorable holiday scene by night; peacocks on the roof, rogue reindeer, and a snowman who don't look too confident.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Raw with Mini Dot linen by Zweigart with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 224 wide x 175 tall. Finished size: 12.4 x 9.7 inches.