Cross stitch pattern from Barefoot Needleart featuring a fun nautical design with an anchor and seaweed.
Stitched on English Countryside by Barefoot Needleart using the Thread Gatherers "Stitched in Harmony" floss pack (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 70 x 94 and the finished size is 5" x 6.71" on 28 count.
When I went on my first cruise in 2024, cruising caught me in its spell. I've always loved this quote from Jaques Cousteau and it holds even more meaning for me now. Since being released exclusively to the Flosstube at Sea 2025 cruisers, this chart has been given a new life by Leslie at Under... Read more about Sea Spell - Cross Stitch Pattern
"At night when everyone is fast asleep, a nymph rises from the waters of the mysterious lake. Ana s the moon throws her enchanting light over her face, she glemas like a rare moonstone, serenly, beautifully, magnificently."
Model stitched over 2 threads on "Once in a Blue Moon" by Fiberlicious Yummy Fibers (or fabric of your choice) with DMC floss, Kreinik #8 Braid, Caron Waterlilies, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 172W x 370H. Finished size is 10.75 in wide X 23.13 in high.
Also required but not listed above, Mill Hill 02044 Allspice Glass Beads - Size 11/0.
Note from the designer: ""At the beginning of time, primordial gods existed. The vast uncharted ocean was then personified by Pontus, and marine life was made by Thalassa.
Both protogenos of the sea, they created a magnificent underwater world, filled with treasures and wonder, beyond human... Read more about Pontus and Thalassa - Cross Stitch Pattern
"The ocean is a vast trove of treasures. As a curious young mermaid, Coraline loves to wander the open sea, collecting gems from caves to sunken ships. One of her favorites is the Apo Reef, where abundant marine life and rich corals thrive. As a keeper of lost treasures, her collections are... Read more about Treasures: Mermaid Coraline - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Currents along the shore sway the kelps gracefully where light is limited, making this a great location for refuge. Thus, our little mermaid, lively and playful, often finds this her adventure place. Every time she swims with her sea friends, she gathers garlands, where everything seems normal... Read more about Treasures: Mermaid Kelpie - Cross Stitch Pattern
"The mystery lies beneath the sapphire blue waters. Rumors has it, that a young maiden appears, clasping sea treasures, luring young men to be her lover."
"Naya, the mermaid of awakening tides, carries the first whispers of spring through the sea. Wherever her song drifts, blooms awaken and the promise of renewal follows."
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with DMC floss, DMC Color Variations and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 60W x 60H for each side of the Biscornu. Design Size: 4" x 4"
Cross stitch pattern from Frony Ritter Designs featuring a mermaid holding a garland with the words "Seas and Greetings".
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct. Pistachio aida using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Rainbow Gallery threads. The stitch count is 97 x 97 and the finished size is 6.06" x 6.06". Also recommended is the Mill Hill charm 12172.
This cube design from Ladybug Stitches features "Beach Days", waves, a sandcastle, bucket with shovel, and a crab. Stitched on 14 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 86 x 114. Finished size: 2" x 2" x 2"
"I dream of the sea and the wild salt air." Models stitched on 28 Ct. Antique Ivory Cashel with DMC floss. Stitch Counts: Sampler - 82x82. Design Size: 6" x 6" Pincushion - 98x98. Design Size: 7" x 7" Spool - 89x32. Design Size: 7" x 3" Corner Gauge Case - 45x45. Design Size: 4" x 4"
Pretend you are looking through a spyglass & what you see is this gem of a beach setup - looks like the perfect day to me! This fun summertime pattern by Hands on Designs features a perfect tropical beach scene with lounge chairs and palm trees.
The models were stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 69 x 67. Finished size is 4.31" x 4.19".
You can almost hear the waves lapping while the seagulls call and smell the salt air when you admire Seaside, featuring a beautiful summer scene both on land and under the sea. The model was stitched on two separate pieces of linen that were then mounted separately, before being framed together... Read more about Seaside - Cross Stitch Pattern
It's never a bad time to visit the beach. Pop into one of the colorful beach huts to change into your stitching outfit. Use nine shades of Classic Colorworks cotton floss and 32 count Touch of Peach Wichelt linen to build your sandcastles, palms, and assorted ocean critters. Stitch count is 89w x 123h.
Cross stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a pin drum with elegant sailing ships and the phrase "And I will love you still my dear 'till all the seas run dry"!
Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh is one of my favorite books. In it, Mrs. Lindbergh used specific shells from the beach: Channelled Whelk, Moon Shell, Double-Sunrise, Oyster Bed and Argonauta, to illustrate beautiful pondering and insight on being a woman, a wife, a mother.
Cross stitch pattern from Romy's Creations featuring a crab at the beach with the phrase "Beach please"!
Model is stitched on linen of your choice using Romy's Creations with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 60 X 59. Finished size 3.75 in wide X 3.69 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Romy's Creations featuring the phrase "Life Is Better At The Beach"!
Model is stitched on linen of your choice using Romy's Creation floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 60 X 57. Finished size is 3.75 in wide X 3.56 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from CM Designs featuring twelve 26w x 26h variations of a quilt-inspired star block are "stitched" together with a backstitch accent.
Stitched on 14 count White aida. Stitch count is 115w x 115h. Finished size is 9.44 in wide X 8.06 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from By The Bay Needleart featuring a boat by a harbor in the bay! "This Lone Sailboat is making the trek through the stormy waves in this narrow harbor.it certainly is Brave. Just as we are going through these testing and trying times may we be just as Brave as we Look... Read more about Brave Boat Harbor - Cross Stitch Pattern
This representation of Summer is stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Barn Owl Linen using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 295W x 384H. Design Size: 17" x 22".
"Think Summer" with this whimsical Lizzie Kate design. The model was stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Light Mocha Cashel with Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 40W x 119H.
Soak up the sun with this 4 part Summer Snapperland series. "Bikeride" from Bent Creek featuring a person riding a bicycle at the beach! Model stitched over two threads on a 32-count linen of your choice. Stitch count: 50 x 50. Finished size: 3.1" x 3.1". Snaps included.
Pattern correction: Swamp water is for Weeks Dye Works instead of Gentle Art threads.