Who doesn't love a little Halloween whimsy? My rustic Headless Horseman pillow has become a bestseller. I used an old spelling of "horseman" that I spotted in an antique book, but you can certainly insert the E if you like. I tell you how in the pillow making instructions.
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.
Cross stitch pattern from My Sister's Samplers featuring a sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Over the Moon from Colour and Cotton. Colour and Cotton threads not listed: Solstice, Spring Moss, Maize, Adobe(2), and Tusk(3). DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 211 x 228.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Laurel linen using DMC floss, Mill Hill beads, and YLI Wonder Invisible thread. Stitch count is 88 x 143. Finished size: 5.5 x 8.94.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Laurel linen using DMC floss, Mill Hill Beads, YLI Wonder Invisible thread. Stitch count is 106 x 165. Finished size: 6.63 x 10.31.
Celtic Garden is the first design in a series of Celtic inspired knot work designs. It consists of mainly cross stitch, with a few specialty stitches added for some extra impact and fun. Specialty stitch diagrams are included.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct fabric from Sassy's Fabric using Hand Dyed Fibers with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 225 x 225.
Forget Me Not is the first in a series of geometric floral designs, inspired by flowers from my mother's garden. The design uses full cross stitch only, and is suitable for aida if you choose.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Magnolia from Lakeside Linens using Gloriana threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 237 x 237.
My Mother's Garden 2 is a follow up piece to my first design ever. The original was done as a tribute to my mom, as is this one. The verse, written by me, still chokes her up to this day!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Crescent Cream from the bright colourway or 40 ct Parchment from Weeks... Read more
Celtic Snow is the fourth in the seasonal Celtic designs, and has been a long time coming. 4 years on the drawing board before I finally decided I liked it, much to the dismay of my mother! The colours are meant to evoke the feeling of a snowy winter night, the moonlight glinting off freshly fallen... Read more
Hearts, hearts and more hearts, wistful romantic colours of pinks and mauves, and lots of bling.
Model is stitched on 36 count Brownie Sundae linen using Drangonflylotus threads. Dinky Dyes and DMC option listed. dmc4260 is needed as well; we dont carry, and swarovski beads are needed as well. Mill Hill beads option listed. Stitch count is 133 x 133.
Peacock Mandala is the first in a series of themed mandala designs. These are just as detailed and intricate as my larger designs, but with a smaller finished size for those who don't like big projects. I fell in love with these colours while stitching it, they're just so bright, vibrant and fun!
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Another beautiful Scottish reproduction sampler. I'm very taken with the house that she used in her sampler. These whitewashed stone cottages appear all over Scotland and Ireland. However, one of the unique things about this house is the blue roof. Being curious, I Googled blue slate in... Read more
This design from New York Dreamer says "I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him, will bear much fruit." The design also features a church and vines.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Country Mocha Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler threads, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 158x158.
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
This design is a companion to my fall release, "Troublemakers". It's hard to get too angry at these rascally rabbits, because they're so darned cute.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Country French Cafe Mocha" with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 61 w x 59 h. Trim: "Jack" ric rac by Lady Dot Creates
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring the fourth in the Christmas Carol series, Scrooge!
The pattern is stitched on 1 big cut of 30-count Old Salem Linen using DMC floss, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. The stitch count for A Christmas Carol Scrooge is 113 x 89. And for the Bah Humbug chart is 97 x 69 stitches.
Cross Stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a joyful spring scene with frolicking rabbits!
Model stitched using Roxy Floss, two strands over two, on 32 count Panettone linen by Roxy Floss Co. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 130W x 162H
An ancestor of the stitcher placed a typewritten note on the back of the framed sampler, dated August 28, 1997. Thomasina Henrietta Jackson (nee Willis) wrote the following: "This sampler was made by Charlotte Keightley, my great aunt by marriage, circa 1840. Her married name at the time was... Read more
I love Roses and you can find them scattered throughout this chart. I sure did enjoy designing and stitching this one!
Model was stitched on 32ct "Sand Dollar" laguna linen from Be Stitch Me using floss from Colour and Cotton, Weeks Dye Works, Cottage Garden Threads, Classic Colorworks threads, and The Gentle Art. Stitch count is 190 x 233.
The proud image of the lion is everywhere in Venice; gazing down from buildings, looking out from the keystone of an archway, or standing on fluted columns. The more you look, the more you see: no one knows how many there are. There are plenty of Lions throughout Venice for Leo lovers to enjoy. Best... Read more
This is the first in a series of 6 houses inspired by the shotgun houses found throughout New Orleans. Stitch each house separately or all together as.
We stitched them on 32ct "Pioneer Trail" linen from Mountain Aire using threads from DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic... Read more
The Empress is a beautiful, full-figured Queen with blonde hair and a peaceful aura about her. On her head, she wears a crown of twelve stars, showing her connection with the mystical realm and the cycles of the natural world (the twelve months of the year and the twelve planets). Her robe is... Read more
This is part of a 9 chart series of Gulf Coast Treasures. They Each measure in at about 3 inches (stitch count 50x50) so they are perfect as little ornaments, bowl fillers, or stitch all 9 together.
The models were stitched on 32ct "Dwarf" linen from Picture this plus and finished by Starry Nights Studio where you can also purchase the fabric covered mounting board.
Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring a Christmas tree with presents!
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct. Aida of your choice, suggested fabric listed, using DMC thread. Stitch count is 70 x 70.
Note from the designer: Inspired by an entry in my great-grandmother's autograph book and motifs from an antique pattern booklet, this monochromatic set includes three pieces (a mini sampler, berry, and needle book). A prior class/retreat piece, and now a general release, the wood tray shown in the... Read more
Dreaming of Daisies is an original sampler. Stitch Count 215w X 159h. The sampler was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40 Count Saltbush linen, using Colour and Cotton threads not listed (Coal, Chestnuts Roasting, Snowflake, Tree Lot, Tulle, Witches Brew, Bobbins, Tadpole). DMC alternatives provided.
Where There Are Bees There Are Flowers is an original sampler, combining Karen's love of big houses and bees. Stitch count 235w X 238h. The sampler was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40 count Saltbush linen, using Colour and Cotton threads not listed (Bumblebee, Coal, Chestnuts Roasting, Iron,... Read more
Our companion piece for They Come at Night is Queen of the Night. Stitch count 77w X 95h. The model was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40ct Black Swan linen using DMC and Kreinik thread.