The Blue Flower Cross Stitch

Note from the Designer: This was my first time working with the Valdani 6-strand embroidery floss and I love the way it shows off the subtle variegation in the birds and flowers. The design features several colors of coneflower and a trio of songbirds who enjoy them.

The model is... Read more about Coneflower Chorus - Cross Stitch Pattern

For the summer season, the "trunk town" is hopping. Many of the tree cavities that a woodpecker creates are utilized by other animals throughout the year. This shows some of these creatures in a fun format, along with native plants and vines.

The model is stitched on 32 count... Read more about Trunk Town Summer - Cross Stitch Pattern

Here is a garden you can enjoy all year round! The inspiration for this design comes from some of the wonderful flowers (and a butterfly) native to Florida.

The model is stitched on 40 count linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Cottage Garden Threads (DMC conversion... Read more about Heart's Garden - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: This piece was inspired by an early dog walk, when we saw a group of pigeons staring intently into a puddle. This pigeon is deep in contemplation of life's mysteries (and his own reflection). But to keep things lighthearted, he is surrounded by lovely spring flowers and has... Read more about Pigeon & Puddle - Cross Stitch Pattern

This one was inspired by the idea of a woven crown of daisies. It's a fairly quick stitch, and I've combined many different types of flower designs (because there are so many wonderful varieties of daisies) into an abundance of floral fun.

The model is stitched on 40 count linen.... Read more about Daisy Crown Biscornu - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring an alphabet adorned with animals.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct using DMC floss. Stitch count is 182 x 218.

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a red fox and a surround of bleeding heart flowers.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is 3.55" x... Read more about Tudor Fox - Cross Stitch Pattern

This drum finish shows the busy community of life in a spring tree stump, and features a number of families welcoming new life into the world from their tree stump homes.

The model is stitched on 32 ct. Cafe Au Lait linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks floss (DMC... Read more about Trunk Town Spring - Cross Stitch Pattern

This is a celebration of the unique flora and fauna of Australia! Bring a little bit of Aussie flavor into your home with your stitching.

The model is stitched on 40 count linen. Stitch count is 101 wide x 80 high. The model is backed with "Polar Ice" velveteen and trimmed with... Read more about Seasons Of The Heart - Hearts For Pam - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Night walked down the sky with the moon in her hand"

Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. "Shrinking Violet" linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 256W x 151H. Finished size: 13" x 8".

***PLEASE... Read more about Night Walked Down - Cross Stitch Pattern

Another new entry in the Tudor Menagerie, the Hare is a symbol of spring and this one celebrates beautiful spring blooms and a soft seasonal palette.

The model is stitched on 40 count "Cocoa" linen from Fiber On A Whim. Stitch count is 59 wide x 107 high. The model is trimmed with "Old Cement" velveteen and "Vintage" chenille, both from Lady Dot Creates

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a row of Meerkats in Christmas sweaters!

Pattern is stitched onb 40 ct Oyster Shell linen from Fox & Rabbit using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 84 x 45.

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a celebration of the woods, and was particularly inspired by the lovely Pacific Northwest rainforest. Packed with native plants and animals, it gives you the feeling of being immersed in the deep green forest.

The model was stitched... Read more about Forest Home - Cross Stitch Pattern

Designer's note:

This is the general release of a design originally features in PNPS magazine in 2021. The rest of the series will be released throughout 2022. The designs are identically sized, and feature the same heart design in the center. The inspiration was a heart-shaped... Read more about Seasons Of The Heart - Spring - Cross Stitch Pattern

For this year's Holiday Card I went back to my Montana roots with a bison. And the cozy sweater was such fun to stitch! The border is all seasonal greens, berries and pine cones, making this a quick winter stitch of a beloved western icon.

The model is stitched on 40 count Dove linen... Read more about Holiday Card 2025 - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: This is the third in the seasonal quail lineup, featuring the Mountain Quail (with the very distinctive feather crest) and stylized manzanita. Although the birds are reclusive in nature, they can shine in your stitching!

The model is stitched on 40 count linen, using... Read more about Autumn Quail - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: This piece celebrates the joy of visiting the shore. Inspired by Happy Campers, this design has a whole new cast of characters enjoying their outing to the sea. The border keeps things interesting with lots of different motifs. Instead of a building in the lower panel,... Read more about Sea & Shore - Cross Stitch Pattern

This piece celebrates many of the pollination heroes in world. There are native bees, of course, as well as birds, insects and mammals who are doing the essential work of pollinating the natural world. So let's give a little appreciation to some of the many creatures who keep our world full of... Read more about In Praise Of Pollinators - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring another installment of the Seasons of the Heart series with a lot of flowers!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Eggshell linen from Fiber On A Whim using DMC floss. Stitch count is 101 wide x 80 high.

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring another installment of the Seasons of the heart series with poinsettias for winter!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Pewter linen from Picture This Plus using DMC floss. Stitch count is 101 x 80.

All three of the designs are included and are based around dogwood blossoms and Bobwhite Quail. Horizontal design says "I sing of books, of blossoms, birds and bowers - of April, May, of June and July flowers."

The models were stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Skyfall linen from... Read more about Spring Quail - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring an Autumn scene with pumpkins, vines, apple and owls!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Vintage Flagstone from Lakeside Linens with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 101 x 80. Finished Size is 5.05 in wide X 4 in high.

Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Fennel Seed Linen from Colour & Cotton using Needlepoint Inc Silk. Stitch Count: 100W x 83H. Design Size: 5" x 4". Trimmed with Barn Door Chenille and backed with Shallots Velveteen from Lady Dot Creates.

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more about Tudor Falcon - Cross Stitch Pattern

These cute little hedgehogs are ready for wet spring weather in their green boots. Both the hedgehog and the flowers show off some lovely variegated threads from Cottage Garden Threads.

The model is stitched on 40 count. Stitch count is 55 wide x 59 high. The model is backed with "Pea... Read more about Hedgehog & Hyacinth - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model Stitched one over two on 40 count linen "Fennel Seed" by Colour and Cotton. Stitch count 134W X 116H.

Note from the designer: The latest in this series is an ode to the Rocky Mountains where I grew up. Hopefully it speaks to your local mountain habitats as well!

The model is stitched on 40 count linen using DMC, Weeks Dye WOrk, and Classic Colorworks threads. You will also need Cottage... Read more about Heart Of The Mountains - Cross Stitch Pattern

Continuing the Tudor Menagerie series, the Tudor Hound is racing in to your stash! This design features a greyhound (beloved by Tudor monarchs) surrounded by an elaborate border of spring flowers.

The model is stitched on 40 count "Cocoa" linen from Fiber On A Whim. Stitch count... Read more about Tudor Hound - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring forest animals wearing rabbit ears!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Water Green linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks floss, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 173W x 80H.

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a fun collection of smalls for your spooky autumn stitching. There are several small pillow designs, and even a spiderweb biscornu (complete with needle-wielding arachnid)!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Pistachio linen... Read more about Spooky Autumn Smalls - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern

Designer's note:

Lindy Stitches and I enjoyed our last collaboration so much that we couldn't resist doing another one! As before, this is a set of 9 "blocks" (4 designed by me and 5 by Steph at Lindy Stitches) which can be stitched separately or combined. This time we focused... Read more about Spring Forest Scrapbook 2 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a quail in the winter!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Cedar Plank from Lakeside Linens using Silk N Colors, Dinky Dyes, and Gloriana threads. Stitch count is 119 x 119.

Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Dwarf Linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 142W x 142H. Design Size: 7" x 7".

Pattern by The Blue Flower featuring a spooky Halloween themed design with the phrase, "Strange things are seen on Halloween".

Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 183W x 120H. Design Size: 9" x 6".

Quilting Bee by The Blue Flower features a large ornate bumblebee design reminiscent of a vintage quilt design.

Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Sheep's Straw Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 133W x 110H and the finished design size is 7" x 6".

Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Maple Sugar using Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 131W x 97H. Design Size: 7" x 5".

Coordinating Zappy Dots Needle Nanny discontinued.

Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Fawn from Lakeside Linens using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Model is trimmed with Sequoia pom trim from Lady Dots Creates. Stitch Count: 151W x 151H. Design Size: 8" x 8"

Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Shale using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 252W x 229H. Design Size: 14" x 13"

I love adding some less traditional animals to the holiday designs. This collection includes Killdeer, Blue Penguins, and an Axolotl!

The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch counts and finished sizes varies by design.

The models are trimmed with Chili velveteen and Dance Shoe Red Vintaged Tinsel from Lady Dot Creates.

Are you ready to step into the winter woods and explore a fun new finishing technique as well? This design is packed with woodland motifs in a seasonal palette but can be kept out on display all winter long.

The model is stitched on 32 ct. Cyprus linen from Fiber On A Whim with DMC, Weeks... Read more about Festive Forest - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: This collection rose out of a challenge - to create an updated family tree design. And so I have one traditional "tree", as well as a design inspired by a log cabin quilt. (This could easily be a biscornu top, and could include a sibling group, names of stitching... Read more about Of Many lives - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: This was inspired by the traditional sampler motif of the "berry bowl" but I've filled my basket with birds and eggs! The bowl itself is more like a woven nest, to continue the theme (and give stitchers a chance to play with variegated floss).

The model is... Read more about Birdy Bowl - Cross Stitch Pattern

Did you know that a group of cardinals is called a "radiance?" This year the holiday card features radiant cardinals enjoying a gingerbread bird house! I couldn't decide which version I liked best so I included both.

The model is stitched on 40 count linen using Weeks Dye Works,... Read more about Holiday Card 2024 - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

For this designer: As the year winds down you can celebrate resilience and new beginnings with a winter phoenix. The chart also includes two optional text blocks - "A Life Born of Fire" and "You Have Seen My Descent, Now Witness My Rising."

The model is stitched on 40 count... Read more about Winter Phoenix - Cross Stitch Pattern

Continuing the series of "valentines" for other seasons, here is a pair of otters enjoying the sea together. The quote was inspired by, of all things, Bram Stoker's Dracula - "I am longing to be with you, and by the sea, where we can talk together freely and build our castles in the... Read more about Summer Valentine - Cross Stitch Pattern

I love the deep colors of this design, which I do associate with autumn. And I took a bit of artistic license with the flamingo - juvenile flamingos are white and they've always felt a bit "spooky" to me. But there's nothing sinister about this design - it's just a celebration of sea life... Read more about Autumn Mermaid - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring dogs counting down the days till Christmas!

Patterns are stitched on 40 ct Boston from Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabric using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks threads. Full DMC conversion included. Stitch counts vary (Largest 83 x 41).

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a bee surrounded by the rich colors of fall. From blazing leaves to colorful flowers and berries, the Autumn Bee is full of deep autumn color!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. French Country linen with Dinky Dyes Silk with... Read more about Autumn Bee - Cross Stitch Pattern