Inspired by a vintage pincushion and Quaker samplers, I designed this sweet piece to celebrate my love of red thread and vintage stitching/sewing ephemera.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Cappuccino linen by Fiber on a Whim with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 108H x 108W. Finished size is 6.75 in wide X 6.75 in high.
What a better way to wrap up the Air Mail series than with this adorable, famously too friendly bird? What I wouldn't give to be able to genetically bring them back to life?
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 73 x 85. Finished Size:
4.5 x 5.3.
I find myself drawn to creating pincushions & needlebooks - small, beautiful & functional works of art. Enjoy this 1st in a series of what I hope will be perfect mates: Pins & Needles.
The models were stitched on 32 ct Flax Belfast & 18 ct white perforated paper with Classic Colorworks... Read more
Bird House by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet beautifully captures the essence of a spring day in the Home Town Neighborhood. It depicts a lovely bluebird singing atop a charming cottage, surrounded by a vibrant garden that will fill your heart with joy. The piece is completed with a quote by Emily... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Happiness Is Heartmade featuring a cat and bird for the month of May!
Pattern is stitched on the Aida of your choice (recommended Rustico or Fiddlers cloth Oatmeal) using DMC floss. Stitch count is 53w x 81h. Finished size on 14 ct is 3.79 in wide X 5.79 in high.
First designed for Mislaid Pages' 2024 Bird Box, the message behind this bird is Acceptance. Stitched in gorgeous silks on a beautiful linen hand-dyed by my roommate at Market, this chart reminds the stitcher that the most important person who can accept you is you.
I own a number of Pennsylvania-German show towels, and actually started collecting them before I ever knew I'd be moving to Pennsylvania! I found a new (to me) show towel this year, and have reproduced this really folk-arty pair of birds from it. This is the third in the series, and models and... Read more
Cross Stitch pattern from Thistles featuring a pincushion with birds and flowers for every season!
Pattern is stitched on Belfast Linen Summer Khaki. Stitch count is 100w x 100h top; 400w x28h border. Finished size is 7.25 x 7.25 for top and 29 x 2 for border.
Sunflower Feather Tree is a stunning cross stitch pattern that is the sixth in the Feather Tree Series.
Pattern is stitched on stitched on stitched on 36 count linen using The Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 69w x 90h. Approximate Finish Size: 3.7" x 5.0".
Inspired by motifs from antique German patterns, these stylized doves are perched to proclaim Peace on Earth or the Latin Pax in Terra and are perfect to showcase throughout the winter months. Models are stitched on different fabrics, illustrating the varied options available with this design: Aztec... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring January Air Mail, the California Quail!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count is 73 wide x 85 tall. Finished size is 4.5" x 5.3".
Cross stitch pattern from Jean Farish Needleworks featuring a crow and cow with the phrase "May your joys be as deep as the oceans and your troubles as light as its foam"
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using either DMC or Cosmo threads! Stitch Count: 117 x 195.
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring two snowy owls on top of a home decorated for Christmas!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Lambswool Linen using Sulky 12 Wt. Cotton Petites thread with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 135 x 156. Finished size is 7" x 8".
This leaflet size pattern includes numbers for personalizing y our piece and a lovely WELCOME HOME design! It is a fun fast stitch! Great as a hostess gift.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using DMC floss. Stitch count is 141 X 135 stitches. Finished Size is 8.81 in wide X 8.44 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needle and Scissors featuring Santa Claus riding a bird to deliver toys for Christmas!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Country Mocha fabric using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 90 x 73. Finished size is 4.5" x 3.65".
Thanksgiving is my family's favorite holiday, but it seems as though it has become the kick-off to the Christmas season lately. Ok, this year is even worse, the Christmas trees are already up in shops! This needlework set takes back this particularly American holiday and celebrates the... Read more
Did you know that a group of cardinals is called a "radiance?" This year the holiday card features radiant cardinals enjoying a gingerbread bird house! I couldn't decide which version I liked best so I included both.
The model is stitched on 40 count linen using Weeks Dye Works,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Luminous Fiber Arts featuring a bird infront of a Christmas candle with the phrase "Merry and Bright".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 count Sparrow Linen by Luminous Fiber Arts (Suggested Commercially Available Substitutes: PTP Doubloon or Vintage Country Mocha) with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 84H x 72W.
Air Mail June is #7 in the series, featuring the Silver-Throated Tanager. This bird won a beauty contest on my Instagram account! Those purples and yellows are so fun to stitch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring Octobers Air Mail, the Japanese Bantam!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall
The Country Cottage Ornaments - Pastel Collection consists of 12 designs that will be released consecutively for 12 months. The designs each have different stitch counts, and thus will be a variety of sizes. The fabric used for the models is Wichelt's 32 count Beautiful Beige Linen, but these... Read more
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28ct Aqua Blue Light Linen with Requires 12 colors of Sulky Petites, 1 color of Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid, and 4 colors of Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 118w X 99h. Design Area: 8-3/8"w X 7"h.
Tom Turkey is flirting with a local lady by offering up some berries as a little gift. This cross stitch pattern is quite versatile and will fit in your decor any time of the year, not just at Thanksgiving.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Heartland by Picture This Plus using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 186 x 96.