This little pin keep was inspired by traditional Quaker motifs. The words are a reminder of what we stand for as citizens and what so many people have died for.
The model was stitched on 40 Count Patriot's Brew hand-dyed linen by R & R Reproductions using the called for over-dyed threads. Stitch Count: 76w X 94h. Finished size is 3.25" x 4.15" for 40 count fabric.
I ran across a quote by Thucydides recently that essentially said the secret to happiness is freedom and the secret to freedom is courage. It occurred to me that so much of our freedom rides on the back of the courage of others, which we all too often take for granted. And, in taking the courage of... Read more
The United States of America has been called "The Great Experiment". It is more than a mere federation of loosely connected states, it is a diverse but unified Nation that is dynamic-growing and changing through the years. This pattern was created as a reminder that diversity and unity are... Read more
Recently, I was reading Katherine Lee Bates' poem "America the Beautiful" and was struck by the third stanza, which speaks of heroes and nobleness. That lead me to think about all of the heroes in my own life (both known and unknown), all the people who gave up their time, talents, and... Read more
All of my life I have associated the phrase "sweet land of liberty" with a romantic view of the family farm. (I grew up in the midwest on a farm, though not as a farmer, so maybe that's why.) This pattern is a nod to that association.
The model was stitched on 40-count Americana... Read more
Model stitched on 30 Ct. Gray linen by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count 48x48. Design Size: 4" x 4"
"Free from sea to sea". Model stitched on 28 Ct. Natural Cashel linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 60wx44h. Comes with flag button.
"Liberty". Model stitched on 30 Ct. Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 61W x 61H. Finishing instructions included. Shown with buttons from Just Another Button Company (3 of #3513M)
John and Abigail by Plum Street Samplers features a patriotic design with a large house an American flag on the side with John and Abigail standing off to the side.
Model stitched on 36 Ct. linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 122W x 74H and the finished size is 6.78" x 4.11".
Model stitched over two on 30 Ct. Gray by Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 56H x 93W
Model stitched over two on 28 Ct Light Mocha by Zweigart using Gentle Art Threads. (DMC alternates are (839, 937 932 310 B5200 355 930 3827 3023 644 3859. Linen to be cut into all the pieces for pincusion, top of box, thread keeper, needle book and scissor fob. Templates & instructions included for... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Tin Roof linen with Weeks Dye Works floss, Classic Colorworks floss, and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 233W x 233H.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Lambswool using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss, ( or all DMC 321, 310, 3347, 803, 517, B5200, 498, 745, 414, 869). Stitch count is 77W x 73H. Design size is 5.50" x 5.21"
Reprint of a Little House 2008 Special Release. Pattern Only. Model stitched two over two on 30 Ct. Creek Bed Brown from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks and Just Another Button Company Buttons. Also required, but not listed above Blackbird Button #1172L, Sheep Button #1147 and (3) Star... Read more
Model stitched two over one on 14 Ct. Dirty Aida or over two on 28 Ct. Sage/Summer Khaki Jobelan using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 208W x 136H. Design Size: 15" x 10"
"It's the most wonderful spark of the year" Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. White Lugana using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 156W x 95H. Design Size: 11.14" x 6.78".
Models stitched on 28 count Ligh Grey Lugana fabric (not listed) using DMC threads and Mill Hill beads.
Stitch counts:
Santa Plate: 104 x 105. Finished size: Approximately 7.5" x 7.5" on 14ct.
Stocking: 133w x 105h: Finished size: Approximately 9.5" x 7.5"... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Les Petites Croix De Lucie featuring a gnome in New York City, complete with Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, yellow cab, hot dog, and "I love NY" baseball cap!
Model stitched on 18 ct. Aida using DMC thread, stitch count is 80 x 85.
Cross stitch pattern designed by Les Petites Croix de Lucie, featuring a gnome enjoying all things Texan! Bring your ten-gallon hat, grab a tasty taco, and tour the Alamo all at once!
Model stitched on 14 count Aida of your choice using DMC threads with a stitch count of 80 x 80.
This design by Twin Peak Primitives features the text "Philadelphia/ Liberty Throughout All The Land" above a city hall with the cracked Liberty Bell. The Bottom reads "Independence Hall".
Model stitched on 28ct Light Mocha Cashel Linen using DMC thread.
Stitch count: 119w x 104h.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitches By Ethel featuring a sand castle flying the American flag, a crab, and a bird on a beach!
Model stitched on 28 ct. Mystic Grey by Wichelt using DMC thread. Stitch count is 95 x 60.
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Light Ash Grey using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art Sampler Threads (or DMC floss 762, white, 931, 3
11, 3712, 816). Stitch Count: 82W x 66H. Design Size: 5.9" x 4.7"
Cross stitch pattern from Luhu Stitches featuring a lovely patriotic quaker style pattern complete with stars, flowers and the words "Liberty, Justice, Freedom"!
Stitched on 32 count Country French Cafe Mocha Linen using a beautiful selection of Week's Dye Works flosses (DMC... Read more
"USAF - My hero wears combat boots" Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 80W x 115H and the finished size is 5.71" x 8.21" on 28 count. Comes with an alphabet chart for personalization.
"USMC - My hero wears combat boots" Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 80W x 115H. Comes with an alphabet chart for personalization.
Cross Stitch pattern from Mani Di Dona featuring a patriotic sewing box with Uncle Sam, the American flag and "United We Stand."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Cocoa linen with Weeks dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 70x37. Finishing instructions to create box out of cardboard included.
Kit Includes: Beads, treasures, perforated paper/pvc, floss, needles, magnet, chart and instructions. Finished size: 3.25" x 2.25"
While we still have kits in stock with Perforated Paper, newer Mill Hill kits are now being made with Perforated PVC. We were skeptical at first, but... Read more
Patriotic cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring stars, flowers and the American flag.
Stitched over two threads on 32 Count American Stars by MTV Designs using Gentle Arts Sampler and DMC Threads. Fabric Size: 17" x 26". Stitch Count: 55 x 74. Finished Size: 3.44" x 4.63".
The pattern from MTV Designs features a saltbox house, with an American flag on the roof and large sunflowers in the yard.
Stitched Over two threads on 32 count Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works using Vadani Threads with DMC Conversion provided. Fabric Size: 17" x 26. It is shown... Read more