In 1894, in the small town of Pouance, there lived a young girl named Lea
Letourneur. Unlike many embroiderers of her time, who endlessly repeated their neat red alphabets, Lea dreamed of light, of flowers, and of birds. Stitch by stitch, her needle traced an alphabet bursting with life, bordered... Read more
She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.
Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Nuit de Noel" (Christmas Night) with Santa Claus, gifts and presents, Christmas ornaments, European village, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 200 x 197.
Add a touch of Parisian elegance to your holiday stitching with this sophisticated and stylish take on the classic Nutcracker! The Parisian Nutcracker blends timeless Christmas charm with a refined, French-inspired color palette featuring teals, golds, and soft accents that make this piece shine... Read more
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Star Sapphire linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads & Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 207x63. Design Size: 13" x 4".
Note: The fabric size listed is with a 2-inch border.
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
From the French Country Collection. A beautiful Christmas stocking composed of an alphabet and Christmas motifs. A full alphabet is provided so you can replace the word Noel with a name.
Pattern is stitched on 25 ct Light Mocha Lugana using The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, or DMC floss.... Read more
Note from designer: Renee's French Alphabet has been adapted from an antique sampler with beautifully formed graceful letters. The original sampler was worked in wool, and did not contain the letters : J and W, which would have been common in France at the time it was stitched. I have added... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Le Village Sous La Neige" (The Village Under Snow), with a stately European church, snowflakes, winter plants, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 204x178.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. China Pearl linen or 14 Ct. China Pearl Aida with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Mill Hill Beads, and Kreinik #4 Braid. Stitch Count: 60W X 109H.
To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.
This antique sampler is inspired by a french designer with Christian imagery.
The model was stitched on 36 count Summer Khaki linen from Zweigart, with 1 ply of Weeks Dye Works Hand Dyed Cottons. Stitch count is 260 x 171 with a finished size of 14.44" x 9.5".
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
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Patisserie de France" (French Pastries), with tasty European desserts: cakes, pastries, cupcakes, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 189 x 185.
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Colonial Parchment from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Smyrna Cross. Stitch Count: 53W x 135H. Design Size: 3" x 8".
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Friendship Green from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Modified Eyelet. Stitch Count: 53W x 135H. Design Size: 3" x 8".
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. White Opalescent linen with DMC floss and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Counts: Robin - 25W x 44H, Dove - 25W x 34H.
The model in blue was stitched on a #36 Antique White linen with one ply of floss over two threads. The stitch count is: 72 W x 68 H, and the finished size is approximately 4" round. It was mounted inside a metal clock from Hobby Lobby. The fiber used was a Weeks Dye Works in Periwinkle.
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Cross stitch your heart out, mon cheri! These stunning Paris postcards are the perfect way to commemorate a fun trip to France or to decorate a Parisian-themed room. With sentiments like "Happiness is the journey, not the destination", and details like the Eiffel tower, maps, beaches,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Nora Corbett featuring an elegant lady in a pink gown standing in front of a huge red rose.
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural Brown linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 105 x 133.
Eiffel Tower stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast. Stitch Count: 38W x 70. Scissors Fob stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Antique White linen. Stitch Count: 25W x 21H. Both designs use DMC floss.
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 151x107. Shown embellished with buttons.
"Quack Quack" Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with Romy's Creation (Squirrel) and Classic Colorworks floss (Candied Yams and House Wine) or DMC floss (3825, 922, 962). Stitch Count for 3 Ducklings: 116W x 71H. Stitch count for single ducks: 49W x 57H.
"To the Queen". Model #1 stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Blue Whisper Belfast linen with DMC floss. Model #2 stitched over 1 thread on 28 Ct. Navy Lugana with white DMC floss. Stitch Count: 71W x 63H.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiments "Joyeux Noel" (Merry Christmas) and "Pour Toi" (for You). Includes a red Christmas tree, gingerbread men, holly, snowflakes & more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 186 x 188.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Patisserie Rose" (The Pink Pastry) with delicious looking pies, cakes & pastries!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 197 x 197
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Bienvenue Chez Nous (Welcome to Our Home), with hearts, flowers, a birdcage and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 194x197.Comes with a key charm
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Un Brin de Lavande" (Sprig of Lavender) with lavender flowers, petals, oils, soaps, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 192 x 182
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Retour au Chalet (Back to the Cottage) with a cozy fire, Christmas holly, warm mittens, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 185 x 185.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Tresor d'Automne" (Autumn Treasure) with harvest mushrooms, nuts, berries, acorns, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 194 x 184.