Hi There! Our Summer issue is filled with 22 fabulous seasonal projects. Punch Needle & Primitive Stitcher Magazine is the first needlework publication dedicated to those stitchers who are avid cross stitch and punch needle enthusiasts. Designs are in the primitive, folk, and whimsical styles.
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Another sweet-as-pie little to enjoy stitching and displaying! This old farmer worked from sun up til sun down, but is now enjoying his slow-paced country life and everything that makes it wonderful, alongside his bride of many years.
Model stitched by Lori using one strand of floss over... Read more
Impossible to resist the charm of this delightful flower basket... Each petal seems to have been gathered at dawn, when the light still caresses the blossoms with infinite softness. Beneath your needle, spring comes to life stitch by stitch, in a tender and luminous harmony that instantly makes you... Read more
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Tapestry needle with a central eye and two points in size 24. Thanks to the eye in the middle of the needle, you can stitch easier and faster. Stitch straight up and down when using a frame to hold your work. Due to their very thin and long eye, these needles are fragile and must be handled with care. Three needles per card. Bohin 98405.
A group of owls can be called by several names. I chose Parliament because it sounded the most regal! I show 2 fun finishing options.
The models were stitched on 32ct Antique White Belfast (framed), 20ct Lambswool linen (stand-ups) using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 102 x 100 (all 4), 48 x 50 (single owl). Finished Sizes: 6.38" x 6.25" (all four), 4.8" x 5" (single owl).
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
Note from the designer: This piece was inspired by an early dog walk, when we saw a group of pigeons staring intently into a puddle. This pigeon is deep in contemplation of life's mysteries (and his own reflection). But to keep things lighthearted, he is surrounded by lovely spring flowers and has... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring Santa Claus on a Christmas stocking!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Linen using Classic Colorworks, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 169 x 455. Finished size is 8.5" x 22.75".
This hoop is made of a hand-stained beech wood with a clear lacquered finish. Can be used for hand embroidery, crewel work, cross stitch, raised embroidery or any kind of fancywork. With brass hardware, this hoop is made of quality construction is recommended for light weight fabric s such as fine cotton or linen cambric.
Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash Primitives featuring a winter fox with a cup of warm cocoa!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 97 x 152 (Blizzard) and 24 x 49 (Needlebook). Finished sizes are 5.5" x 8.5" (Blizzard) and 2" x 3.5".
Lindsey is continuing her best selling Quaker series with this adorable take on hot cocoa!! This Quaker is full of adorable motifs and traditional Christmas colors! This will be a beautiful addition to your Christmas stitching collection!
This was stitched on 32 count Taupe using Color And Cotton with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 80 x 80. Finished size is 5" x 5"
Royal Pewter Embroidery Scissors. Super sharp blades in these 4 1/2" embroidery scissors. Brushed pewter appearance with classy styling will make these a wonderful addition to your stash.
The motif on this piece was taken from an antique Dutch sampler. This piece inspired the English Garden Sampler. Kit contains linen, thread, calico fabric, and ribbon.
Cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a Halloween sampler filled with ghosts, witches, black crows, and pumpkins all around a haunted house!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with DMC floss. Stitch count is 265 x 207. Finished size is 16.56" x 12.94".
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring a Quaker design with the phrase "There is room at the table for everyone"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Milk and Honey by Fiber on a Whim or 36 count Wind Song by Grace Notes Fabrics. Stitch Count: 109 x 136. Finished Size is 6.81 in wide X 8.5 in high for 32 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring a warm summer scene by the sea!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Mushroom Lugana using DMC thread. Stitch count is 70 x 70.
My bestselling Betsy Ross doll looks great with my other Americana personalities - George and Martha Washington and Abe Lincoln. You can customize the doll by replacing the flag area with either a quilting pattern or cross stitch pattern of their own making to create an "Early American stitching... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Shepherd's Bush featuring a lamb on a bag!
Pattern is stitched on Orchid Mad for Plain Mini-Bag from It's Sew Emma using Weeks Dye Works and DMC Perl threads and buttons from Just Another Button Company. DMC Perl conversion for Week's Guacamole is #3053. Stitch count is 24 x 35 and the finished size on 14 count perforated paper is 1.71" x 2.5".
This pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart features a row of shops including a pizza restaurant, theater, toy store, church and market. Comes with embellishments.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Shrekie's linen from Needle Bling with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 176W x 30H.
Stitch the corresponding tiny town to complete the look!
Note from designer: The design When Cardinals Appear is based on the beautiful quotation: "When cardinals appear, loved ones are near". It's so meaningful to those of us who have lost a loved one. It is a companion to last years' Bluebird of Happiness Sampler. The model was stitched on a... Read more
A vintage inspired row of flowers that all the pollinators love to visit!
Designer's note: I also stitched a version that combines Pollinator's Garden and The Queen Bee. I stitched this on 36 ct. Dove linen by Weeks Dye Works using the same fibers except for one substitution: I used GAST... Read more
It's Christmas Eve. The candles are lit, the garlands are hung, presents are wrapped and the clock is ticking down to midnight. Eve is waiting for Christmas Day to begin. Stitched with DMC and touches of Kreinik gold braid on Weeks 32 CT Mocha Linen, Eve is wearing a red flower hat decorated with a... Read more
Limited Edition Kit #1 in Nora Corbett's Fairy Holiday Collection - NOW CHART ONLY. The Fairy elf is cute as a snowflake and sweet as a candy cane. She wears a coat of red velvet and snowy fur with pearl studded black patent boots. Stitched on 32 count Natural Linen, using Classic Colorworks threads, Kreinik braid, Rainbow Gallery Wisper thread, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count: 88x115
Note from designer: This little pin roll is a companion to Christmas in July and is part of an upcoming series I've dubbed "Sampler Sushi," but only because the finished product reminded me of the Japanese cuisine once I rolled it up. This is a very easy project designed to hold your needles... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a town at Christmas time with the phrase "Merry Christmas"! A timeless Holiday design with all of the traditional hallmarks of the season!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Country French Golden Needle with DMC... Read more
Celebrate the 250th birthday of America with this lovely red, white and blue counted cross stitch sampler. Large print, easy to read black/white symbol chart
Model stitched on 28 ct White Lugana with DMC thread. Stitch Count 83w x 133h. Finished size is 5 7/8in wide X 9 1/2in high. Designed by Pamela Kellogg
This is a full-sized,staple-bound book from Heartstring Samplery containing 12 hymn pattern that were previously released as a limited series. It also includes 3 brand new designs for a total of 15 well loved hymns. The book is over 40 pages and features full color photos and black and white charts.... Read more
The Fragments in Time 2023 series from Summer House Stitche Workes was inspired by antique Berlin Woolwork. This is part one and features a quaint house under a cloud filled sky.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Country French Golden Needle linen with Classic Colorworks and... Read more