A gemologist and crystal keeper, Cassandra can become quite prickly if approached. Sightings are few and far between and usually among the coastal cliffs. Cherish your chance encounter but be mindful not to interfere in the daily affairs of this fairy! Model sttitched on 32ct. Waterlily Linen using Crescent Colours, Kreinik #4 Braid, and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count: 95w x 127h.
"Deirdre" makes her home in a medieval abbey on the edge of the Cotswolds. She is traditionally English and takes her tea in buttercup teacups or blossom china! Model stitched on 32ct. Waterlily Linen with Crescent Colours Hand Dyed Floss, Kreinik #4 Braid and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count is 81W X 135H.
"Lily of the Valley" is stitched on 30 count Sea Fog Linen by R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads, and Weeks Dye Works and has a stitch count of 42W x 74H.
"Tulip Border" is stitched on 30 count Apple Brown Bindy Linen by R&R Reproductions... Read more
This is the second pattern in the new Anniversaries of the heart series. Model stitched on 30 Ct. Cafe Kona by R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 75W x 85H. Finished Size: 5" x 6"
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Antique White Jobelsn, 28 Ct. Antique White Jobelan, 32 Ct French Lace Linen, or 16 Ct. French Lace Aida with DMC floss, Kreink #4 Braid, Mill Hill Beads, and Mill Hill Treasures. Stitch Count: 117W x 170H. Finished Size: 7.31 x 10.63
Pattern by Shepherd's Bush featuring flowers and a beehive with the words "Be Happy".
Model stitched on 10 Ct. Bone Tula with Classic Colorworks floss, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads and shown with buttons from Just Another Button Company (7218B.G). Stitch Count: 49W x 50H and the finished size is 4.9" x 5".
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Wren using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count for Berry Basket: 59W x 58H. Design Size: 3 1/4" x 3 1/4". Stitch Count for Bird: 46W x 45H. Design Size: 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Previously a retreat exclusive, I reproduced this lovely little flower basket from a French antique needlepoint, adding a simple border.
Model stitched on 36-ct "French Pear" by Number12StitchCo (a soft green) using overdyes. Stitched with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Murky linen by Picture This Plus with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 102W x 125H. Design Size: 6" x 7". Finishing instructions included.
This pattern from By The Bay Needleart is the third in a new series called "Words of Wisdom". This design features the word "Faithful" with a sweet house.
The model was stitched on 28 ct Water Lily linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 42 x 70 and the finished size is approx. 3" x 5".
Note from designer: Christmas Mini Moon came out this past December and this is the next in the minis. Technically it should be called "Summer Mini Moon," but at the time I didn't know I would make a series out of it. Anyway, I had fun finishing it into a little pillow with four skinny... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Little Stitch Girl featuring a field of flowers by the mountains!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Oatmeal Extra-Fine Floba evenweave linen using DMC threads. Stitch Count: 130 x 130. Finished size is 8.13 in wide X 8.13 in high.
Celebrate love, memories, and the simple yet profound moments that bring two hearts together with How It Began With Us. This beautifully detailed cross stitch pattern is a personal tribute to my husband, inspired by the journey we share.
"That's how it began with us, you held out... Read more
Model stitched on 35 Count Lucky Penny using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and DMC. Stitch Count: 130W x 121H. Finished size is 7.43 in wide X 6.91 in high.
This pattern by Plum Street Samplers features a large red cottage surrounded by tall blooming flowers.
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads (includes DMC conversion).Stitch Count: 98W x 91H. Finished size is 5.44" x 5.06".
The Animal Alphabet Series has returned with Sammy the seal!
Sweet Sammy Seal is stitched on 26 count Traditional Groundcloth. She has a stitch count of 65 x 65 and when finished on recommended fabric the finished size measures at 5"x5". You can finish her as a small wall hanging... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Little Stitch Girl featuring the phrase "You Were Meant to Bloom"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Magical Grey linen using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch Count: 72 x 72. Finished size is 4.5 in wide X 4.5 in high.
Pattern by Plum Street Samplers featuring two sweet birds with black cherries.
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Cedar Plank linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 69W x 65H and the finished size is 3.83" x 3.61".
Model stitched on 36 count Vintage Tarnished Silver using 1 strand of cotton over two linen threads. Uses Classic Color Works. Stitch count: 101W x 104H.
This cute Easter pattern by Shepherd's Bush features cute colored eggs with the phrase "Eggs for Easter".
Model stitched on 10 ct. Buttermilk or Cream Betsy Ross using Sampler Threads. Stitch count: 41 x 70. Cut Size: 11" x 14". Buttons by Just Another Button Company.
Pattern by Shepherd's Bush featuring the phrase "Scatter Eggs" with a cute flower design perfect for Easter!
Model stitched on 19 Ct. Rue Green Cork linen with Classic Color Works floss and Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch Count: 23W x 80H and the finished size is 1.21" x 4.21". Buttons from Just Another Button Company sold separately.
"True friendship is a plant of slow growth." Model stitched on 40 Ct. Olde Towne Blend linen by R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 91 x 95. Finished Size is 4.55 in wide X 4.75 in high.
This pattern from Plum Street Samplers is a companion piece to Penny Autumn. A white house is surrounded by pink flowers, a tree, and a fox.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 113W x 89H. Finished size: 6.7" x 5"
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
Pattern by Plum Street Samplers featuring a cute floral design perfect to celebrate a birthday.
Model stitched on 35 Ct. linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 71W x 66H and the finished size is 4.06" x 3.77". Design shown finished in a 4.75" mini tart pan.
In 1892, the young stitcher Josephine poured all her patience into creating her large sampler. Garlands of roses, delicate bouquets, singing birds- a whole garden seems to bloom beneath her stitches, vibrant with tenderness and color. Her work, offered to her parents, carries a touching tribute- and... Read more
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Vintage Blue Whisper using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 114W x 101H. Design Size: 8 1/4" x 7 1/4"
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Sand using Gloriana Threads, Classic Colorworks Belle Soie, Thread Gatherer Silk N' Colors and Mill Hill Beads. Also required, but not listed above Au Ver a Soie 100/3 #80 or DMC Perle Cotton #12 Ecru or 712. Stitch Count for Tray: 71x71. Design Size: 4" x 4". Drum: 144x37, 8" x 2". Fob: 19x29x2, 1" x 1 3/4" x 2".
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch Count: 48W x 80H. Design Size: 2.6" x 4". Color Chart.
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Havana using Needlepoint Inc. Silks and Silk N Colors. Stitch Count: 246W x 318H. Design Size: 12 1/4" x 15 7/8".
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Ancient Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 100W x 130H. Finished Size: 5" x 6 1/2".
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Flax Linen or 28 Ct. Lambswool or Cafe Mocha Linen using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 187W x 124H. Design Size: 13 1/4" x 8 3/4".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. linen (or fabric of your choice) with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 81W x 117H. Finished size: 4" x 5.85"