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
Introducing the new "Fabulous House" series from Cottage Garden Samplings! Each design has a stitch count of 120w x 120h. Finished size 6" x 6". Each part can be stitched individually or stitch in a group design. If the entire series is stitched together, it will have a stitch count... Read more
Introducing the new "Fabulous House" series from Cottage Garden Samplings! Each design has a stitch count of 120w x 120h. Finished size is 6" x 6". Each part can be stitched individually or stitch in a group design. If the entire series is stitched together, it will have a stitch... Read more
A sweet gray tabby cat is caught in the act of touching a cup of coffee balanced on a stack of books. Full color chart. Folded pattern leaflet size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Mushroom Lugana using DMC threads. Stitch count is 52w x 36h.
Betsy's Patriotic Basket - 4th of July is stitched on 36 count Dust Bunny by Fox and Rabbit, one strand of floss over two linen threads using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Trimmed in Chenille by Lady Dot Creates in Thundercloud and stuffed with fiberfill. Stitch Count is 103 x 104.
I've had numerous requests for ducks in the "Stack Series," so I decided to give mallards a try. And let me tell you, these little beauties are incredibly hard to duplicate in such a tiny space with needle and thread! I could not believe how many different patterns there are on a single... Read more
Someone has been shopping! A festive red car topped with gifts sits outside a darling house with a candy striped roof. This scene fits perfectly into Christmas tiny town stitching. You can also stitch a frill separately and add it to a holiday vignette!
Cross stitch pattern from Stitches By Ethel featuring a crow and mouse having shore-ly having a great time at the beach!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Caramel by Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabrics using DMC threads. Not listed: Just Another Button 4725.S. Stitch count is 85w x 55h.
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
"Peacock Pincushion" is an exclusive design released at The Silver Needle in 2023, after receiving numerous inquiries since its released exclusively for The Silver Needle last year, I decided to re-release this pattern.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Raw Natural Linen by Zweigart using DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 100 x 100.
A Victorian style greenhouse that grows the world's strangest plants. Includes an illustrated index to identify each plant. Muted color chart for easy readability. Pattern booklet size: 8.5 x 11 inches, 16 pages. Stitched on 36 ct Cottage Stone by Colour and Cotton using DMC threads. Stitch count is 218w x 160h.
My bestselling George Washington irregular-shaped pillow can be displayed year round, not just for Independence Day or Presidents Day. It can also be framed. Finished pillow is approx. 6.5" x 10" tall. Easy pillow sewing instructions included.
Cross stitch kit from Luca-S featuring three little angels singing a Christmas song!
Size: 8.44 x 8.44 in or 22 x 22 cm
Stitches: 135 x 135
Colors: 35
Threads: Luca-S 100% cotton
Fabric: Zweigart Aida 16 (3251/11) 36 x 36 cm
Embroidery needles #26 - 2 needles
Cross stitch kit from Luca-S featuring two Husky sled dogs ready and waiting in the snow!
Size: 12.50 x 18.75 in or 32 x 48 cm
Stitches: 200 x 300
Colors: 55
Threads: Luca-S 100% cotton
Fabric: Zweigart Aida16 ct. 3543 checkered 46 x 62 cm
Embroidery needles #26 - 2 needles, 1 needle threader (envelope)
Cross stitch kit from Luca-S featuring a beautiful woman communing with nature by holding the head of a stunning white stag!
Size: 20.50 x 12.50 in or 52 x 32 cm
Stitches: 328 x 200
Colors: 62
Threads: Luca-S 100% cotton
Fabric: Zweigart Aida 16 ct. 3543 checkered 66 x 46 cm
Embroidery needles #26 - 2 needles, 1 needle threader
Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring two ducks and a goose shouting "Quack Quack Honk"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Dirty Belfast using DMC thread. Stitch count is 104 x 64.
Another new entry in the Tudor Menagerie, the Hare is a symbol of spring and this one celebrates beautiful spring blooms and a soft seasonal palette.
The model is stitched on 40 count "Cocoa" linen from Fiber On A Whim. Stitch count is 59 wide x 107 high. The model is trimmed with "Old Cement" velveteen and "Vintage" chenille, both from Lady Dot Creates
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Vintage Country Mocha Belfast using Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC conversions. Embellishments included. Stitch Count: 48w x 87h.
Anchor Embroidery Hoops feature a 'Super Grip Lip' that holds fabric securely in place without distorting or snagging your fabric. Perfect for hand stitching projects as well as for framing finished pieces. Incredibly durable and flexible, completely safe for fine embroidery fabrics with... Read more
This fun removable tape is perfect for keeping your place on your needlework chart. The tape is 1/2" wide by 390" long and comes in a roll for easy use. Use different colors to highlight multiple areas of your chart or use on different charts.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring Santa's sleigh with all of the reindeer names, and another with Santa's sleigh that says "Dash away all!"
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct tea dyed aida using DMC floss. Stitch count is 111 x 64 and 115 x 27.
Fall is in the air and Stitch Cards Set R will transport you to crisp mornings and all things autumn. Stitched in warm reds, greens and oranges, you will be reminded of fall colors and cozy sweaters. The Crow, Pumpkin, Scarecrow and Sunflower are such a happy group that even the crow is a welcome... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Jeannette Douglas featuring a Christmas bouquet of poinsettias
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Dolley Madison by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 73 x 80. Finsihed with Sizzle chenille from Lady Dot Creates.
Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a floral sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Colonial Green by Xjudesigns using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 223 x 280.
Cross stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a beautiful Irish field with the phrase "May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be always at your back"!
Patterns are stitched on 36 ct Latte from Fiber on a Whim using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count for May the Road Rise is 103 x 71 and May the Wind is 103 x 70.
This Christian cross stitch pattern from My Big Toe Designs features the saying, "In the world you will have trouble but take heart I have overcome the world. John 16:33" with a floral background.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Clay/Barn Grey using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 99w x 99h. Finished size is 6.19" x 6.19".