The small, plump, ground-dwelling quail is often identified by its distinctive head plume. They prefer running to flying. Due to their tendency to mate for life, they symbolize loyalty and devotion. The 2026 Quail Sampler joins my growing collection of monochromatic bird samplers.
The 5th of the WordyBird series is flying in to remind us that love is sweet! These two chickadees and their friendly bee pals are gathered amongst the flowers that bloom in the month of May.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Cafe Au Lait by Grace Notes fabrics with DMC floss. The stitch count is 117 x 71 and the finished size is 7.3" x 4.4".
Winter Friends is a sweet and cozy winter cross stitch design featuring an adorable hedgehog and snowman sharing a quiet moment together. With soft winter colors and a perfectly round hoop composition, this design is ideal for seasonal stitching and winter decor.
Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a quaint snowy Christmas home!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Flax Linen using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworksm and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 89 x 125. Finished size is 4.45" x 6.25".
The October Cat cross stitch design is part of the Cat Tales Collection by Happiness Is HeartMade. This month's design has Cat surrounded by signs of autumn pumpkins, acorns, and autumn-colored leaves. Cat is joined by a crow on a branch above.
Tommy's Pumpkin Patch is a companion design to Hazel's Blackberry Burrow It has a squirrel named Tommy, who lives in a pumpkin house in a pumpkin patch.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 163 x 98. Finished Size: approx 9.06" x 5.44" each.
Bird & Berry Tart is a companion design to Oak & Acorn Tart. It is a summery design full of strawberries.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 75 x 75. Finished size: approx 4.2" x 4.2".
A MISCELLANY: A Collection of Seventeenth Century Canvas work Elements from the Natural World
The subjects in this needlework design are taken from a seventeenth century canvas work, formerly in the collection of The Scarlet Letter, consisting of nine panels stitched primarily in shades... Read more about A Miscellany - Cross Stitch Pattern
This cuddly creature is perched peacefully on a gumtree branch. It pairs beautifully with part 2, the Sugar Glider, who also rests on a gumtree branch, making them a sweet duo in your stitching journey through the Australian treetops.
Note from the designer: This is a companion piece to Forest Home, and celebrates the amazing plants and animals of the grassland prairie. I had such fun with this colorful design, and included some of my favorite characters as well. I hope you can find something familiar from your home.
Note from the designer: I really wanted to showcase all sorts of new life with this piece, and it was such fun to work on all the animals! I also divided it (loosely) into 4 habitats, so with a little bit of finagling (each band contains some element that extends past the top into the next one) you... Read more about Baby Animals - Cross Stitch Pattern
The Red Bunny Sampler is design using silk thread, and I am absolutely in love. The variegation in this Tulip colour by Classic Colorworks Belle Soie is gorgeous. I have always had a love for red samplers, and for all the love I received for the Little Red Schoolhouse Sampler 1862, I decided
to... Read more about Red Bunny Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring an animal for every season and the phrase "The Seasons"!
Model stitched on 32 ct old stationary linen using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 103w x 103h, Seasonal Etching; 169w x 11h, The Seasons. Approx. finished size is 6.5" x 6.5, Seasonal Etchings; 10.5" x "0.06, The Seasons.
Model was stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Mocha Weeks Dye Works linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 68W X 96H. Finished size: 5 x 7".
Model stitched on 32 Count Raw Belfast Linen by Zweigart using DMC floss. Includes Antique Brass Button, Beads, Pins, and Green Leaf. Stitch Count: 24H x 57W
Pattern by Crossed Wing Collection featuring bluebirds perched on branches with flowers. The leaflet contains four patterns including two Eastern Bluebirds, a Mountain Bluebird, and a Western Bluebird.
Goddess of the hunt, protector of the forest and all who dwell in it.
Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida or 28 count Evenweave in the color of your choice using DMC floss Mill Hill beads and Kreinik braids. Stitch count is 212 x 147. Finished size on 14 or 28 ct is 15" x 10 1/2".
Mini Patriotic Cat is the perfect companion to the original Patriotic Cat chart or a delightful stand-alone project. This sweet little kitty proudly sports stars and stripes while framed by a cheerful Americana border, making it an ideal stitch for Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day, or... Read more about PatriotiCat Mini - Patriotic Cross Stitch Pattern
Welcome to the coop. The Hen House Collection is a charming quartet of cross stitch charts featuring cozy chicken homes, cheerful florals, and a flock full of personality. Each design feels right at home in a farmhouse, cottage, or stitch room and is perfect for finishing as small pillows, shelf... Read more about Cornflower Cottage - Cross Stitch Pattern
Some said she climbed up on a ladder made of wishes. Others believed she was
placed there by magic stirred gently in a black kettle below, where scraps of paper and soft promises swirled together. The truth, as always, was simpler: she went where she felt understood.
At Fox and Flower Co., an adorable fox runs a tiny flower stand, sharing flowers one bouquet at a time.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Linen with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 130 x 75. Finished size: approx 7.2" x 4.2".
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a stocking and sampler design inspired by Noah's Ark filled with animals.
Our stocking is stitched on 40-Count Paperbark from Fox and Rabbit using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count for the stocking is 172 x 447. Finished size is 8 1/2" x 22 1/4". Stitch count for the sampler is 81 x 443. Finished size is 4" x 22 1/8".
Inspired by the amazing variety of the Oregon coast, here are a diverse cast of characters enjoying s'mores on the beach!
The model is stitched on 40 count linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 101 x 80 and the... Read more about Shore S'Mores - Cross Stitch Pattern
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.
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.
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.
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.
"Owl O'Ween" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. What could be more fun than witnessing these two characters out for a night on the Town? (or perhaps they're on their way to a masquerade party?) Either way, they are sure to end up with lots of treats in their... Read more about Owl O'Ween - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern
This sweet little Series is an addition to my Animal Crackers Series.
Stacy Nash's Animal Cracker series featuring a giraffe who's ready to party!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 46 x 71 and 57 x 37 (hat). Finished sizes are 3" x 4.5" and 2.5" x 1.75 (Hat).
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!