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
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.
Here's a cross-stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring a charming vintage French pincushion!
The pattern is designed to be stitched on 40-count Silver Moon fabric using DMC threads. The stitch count is 56 x 56, and the finished size for 20-count fabric will be approximately 2.8 x 2.8 inches.... Read more
Strawberry Pin Cushion is an original design from Whilst Iris Naps Designs. Should you wish to recreate the mattress pin-cushion finish shown in the model stitch, instructions can be found here. The charts for the top and side patterns could, of course, be used in any number of other ways, together... Read more
My bestselling "Shameless Hussy" tuck comb doll is part of my Miss Prim "People Pillows" Collection. Miss Fanny Peachbottom is a straight-laced 1800's school marm by day and a shameless hussy by night. To turn her into a "Miss Prim type" of girl, you can delete the... Read more
Models stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works floss (or DMC 3866, 3781, 840, 3031, 3011, 3777, 415, 801). Finishing instructions included. Stitch Count: approximately 30x30 or smaller for each fob. Design Size: 2" x 2"
Who doesn't love a little Halloween whimsy? My rustic Headless Horseman pillow has become a bestseller. I used an old spelling of "horseman" that I spotted in an antique book, but you can certainly insert the E if you like. I tell you how in the pillow making instructions.
My primitive Turkey Love cross stitch pattern is quite versatile and will fit in your decor any time of the year, not just at Thanksgiving. The optional "Turkey Love" lettering is included, in case you wish to add it under the turkey graphic.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Lambswool... Read more
"A lovely Gathering - Sampler Block, Barn Quilt Pinwheel, Flag Fob & a Pumpkin Patch Pincushion. Finished as a sewing set." Stitched on 32 count Raw Belfast with DMC threads. Stitch counts vary, a fat 1/8th of linen will be plenty.
Note from designer: The front cover is... Read more
"We stitch for relaxation, we stitch for fun, we stitch together or sometimes alone...we should always enjoy the stitch. "
Stitched on 32 count Angel Wing Belfast from Fabrics by Stephanie, with DMC threads. Finished with Lady Dot Creates Witch Face Green, and a Trinket Box from 141 Design Company. Stitch count 103 x 55 and 47 x 36
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring a haunted house with the phrase "Trick or Treat"!
Model stitched on 32 ct. linen "Halloween" by MTV Designs using Romy's Creations thread. Stitch count is 88 x 87.
Cross stitch pattern from Tralala featuring three pillow designs with a woman, boy and squirrel!
Model stitched on 16 ct. Aida using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art thread. Stitch count is 65 x 65.
Cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo featuring a fun set of 7 bearings inspired by the icy winter season, in which there is not only cold, but there are also many fun things to do!
Model stitched on 32ct Natural Belfast Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 85x48 - 49x88 large bearings - 41x49 medium bearing - 41x41 small bearings.
"Liberty Hope Faith, Bless Our Land" Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Cocoa using Weeks Dye Works (or DMC floss 310, 3721, 815, white, 3821, 930, 932). Stitch Count:76x63. Design Size: 5" x 4".
This Reflets de Soie pattern, worked in red, features a bird in the center and is shown finished as a pillow.
Chart recommends 36 or 40 ct. Natural linen, using Soie d'Alger thread. DMC equivalent is 814. Stitch count is 201 x 201.
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Colonial Parchment linen from Fabrics by Stephanie with Gentle Art Sampler threads and DMC floss. Shown with Just Another Button Company Pin Mini - Bright & Shiny pin set. Stitch Counts: Drum - 201x32. Design Size: 13" x 2" Pillow - 80x64. Design Size: 5" x 4"
Note from the designer: Pea Pod Velveteen from Lady Dot Creates is no longer included.
A glorious flower for each month of the year. Beginning with the January Carnation and ending with December's Poinsettia. The vibrant colors will "pop" off the fabric. Stitch Count 167w X 167h on 14 ct, finished size 11-7/8" X 11-7/8"
Model stitched on 14 Count White Aida
Models stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Platinum from Weeks Dye Works using Romy's Creations or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 53x62. Design Size: 3.3" x 3.9"
Model stitched over two on 35 Ct. Cornsilk using Weeks Dye Works (or DMC floss 422, 3866, 930, 610, 730, 3781, 3777, 3011, 223). Stitch Count: 179W x 62H Design Size: 10" x 4" Finishing uses Toast Chenille Trim from Lady Dot Creates.
Model stitched on 35 Ct. Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 69x69. Design is shown finished in a 4" round pincushion by Lone Elm Lane.
Patterns are included for both the silk and linen berries. The large linen berry was stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Cocoa linen with Weeks Dye works floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 126x72. Associated items above are for the linen berry.
Model stitched over two on 30 Ct. Creek Bed Brown from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks flos. Stitch Count: 61x61. Shown finished with a small piece of Weeks Dye Works Louisiana Hot Sauce Houndstooth
felted wool and buttons from Just Another Button Company.
Models stitched on 32 Ct. White Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: Pinpillow - 48x48. Design Size: 3" x 3" (comes with bee charm), Hexie Pin Keep - 68x58. Design Size: 5" x 4" (comes with Lady Dot Chenille), Biscornu - 57x57 - need 2 pieces. Design Size: 4" x 4" Shown with pins from Just Another Button Company (JP211). Finishing instructions included.
Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Legacy Cashel linen with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Comes with embellishments. Stitch Count: 60x60. Design Size: 5" x 5"