The third in a series (after "Mary Barton's Work" & "Among the Roses"), this addition to the flock represents a visitor local to my area, with some unusual coloring from the original Victorian stitcher. Adapted from an antique original in my collection.
"I've seen lots of different patriotic themed and stylized flag designs, but for this series I wanted to
really stay as true as I could to the actual flags they symbolize, while adding texture and sparkle to
reflect my own style."
Model stitched on Picture This Plus fabric with Dinky Dyes silks. Stitch count: 182 x 93
Reproduction sampler from NeedleWorkPress - "The greatest blessing of our God, what mortals can explain. He gives the blossom and the bud and gives us timely rain."
The model was stitched over 2 threads (with some lettering over one thread) on 46 Ct. Cocoa linen from Weeks Dye Works... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Work Press featuring a sampler completed by 10 year old Hannah Smith in 1838 with the phrase "Defer not till to morrow to be wise. To morrows sun to thee may never rise. Be humble learn thy self to scan. Know pride was never made for man."
This cross stitch pattern from New York Dreamer features a tea cup with the words "Tea - a hug in a cup."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Kenneth by Grace Notes Fabric with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 99x66. Finished size: 6.18" x 4.12"
This cute design from the kitchen by New York Dreamer says "The dishes are looking at me dirty again."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Kenneth from Grace Notes Fabric with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 114 x 86. Finished size: 7.12" x 5.37"
This design from October House Fiber Arts features holly, Christmas trees and "Merry Christmas."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Aspen linen from Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 105x87. Finished size: 5.8" x 4.8".
This Skinny Mini design from October House Fiber Arts features a row of scissors!"
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Cream & Sugar by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 124 x 37. Finished size: 7" x 2".
Continuing the Christmas theme is All is Calm, a quick to stitch duo.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct. Lambswool linen by Wichelt with The Gentle Arts wool floss. Stitch Count: Pillow 72 x 44; Ornament 27 x 36.
Our newest design in the "Faire" series, Pumpkin Faire is an adorable patterned pumpkin being watched over by a sweet little wren.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (with DMC conversion provided). Stitch count is 90w x 51h.
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring a beehive inspired stitching box!
Pattern is stitched on 2 pieces of 40 ct Olde Massachusetts using Gentle Arts and DMC threads. Stitch counts are 113 x 65 for roof, base and sides. Finished Sizes are approx. 9 x 14 cm, 8 x 14 cm, 7.5 x 14 cm.
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring instructions on how to be a mermaid! "Be enchanting, sea the best in others, sing your song, make waves"!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Pirate by The Primitive Hare using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, Kreinik, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 156 x 131.
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring a very real mermaid!!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Ocean Silk bt The Primitive Hare using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art, Threadworxs, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 146 x 228.
This design from Glendon Place features a cornucopia overflowing with fruits and vegetables.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. China Pearl Jobelan with Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame, DMC floss, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 262W x 159H. Finished size: 18 5/8" x 11 1/4"
Halloween design from Glendon Place featuring "Ghosts & goblins, spooks galore, scary witches at your door. Jack-O-Lanterns smiling bright, wishing you a haunting night."
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Junco Cahsel Linen by Crossed Wing Collection using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 100 x 125.
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 floss. Stitch count is 69 x 69.
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Summer Sampling is the 2nd of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
Stitch counts and Finished sizes:
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"We stitch for relaxation, we stitch for fun, we stitch together or sometimes alone...we should always enjoy the stitch. "
Stitched on 32 count Angel Wing Belfast from Fabrics by Stephanie, with DMC threads. Finished with Lady Dot Creates Witch Face Green, and a Trinket Box from 141 Design Company. Stitch count 103 x 55 and 47 x 36
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring tall flowers and harvest friends! Stitch along with the Harvest Tiny Town, or stitch it solo!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Vintage Country Mocha using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch... Read more
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.
This sampler design by Hello From Liz Mathews features flowers, trees, and "Youth and vigor soon will flee. Blooming beauty lose it's charms. All that's mortal soon will be enclosed in death's cold arms." A second chart combines a collection of the motifs from the large sampler... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from Hands to Work features a unique portrayal of Adam & Eve in the Garden of Eden.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Tephra from Cedar River Linen with Needlepoint Inc Silks. Stitch Count: 141H x 112W. Finished size: 7" x 5.6"
A symmetrical bouquet of brightly colored wildflowers will make a lovely cushion or framed piece. Stitched in four shades of Classic Colorworks cotton floss on 32 count linen. Stitch count is 111 x 111.
No bones about it - we all love spooky stitching. You've got plenty of time before Halloween to stitch up this collection of bones that comprises the latest piece in the Arrangement series.
When stitched on 30 count Dolphin by Weeks Dye Works as shown, it fits nicely in a 5 x 7" frame.... Read more
Inspired by the geometric symmetrical designs that have been decorating thresholds in India for centuries. The rangoli represents the happiness, positivity and liveliness of a household, and is intended to welcome the goddess of wealth and good luck. Unlike the Indian folk art counterparts made with... Read more
Pattern by Its Sew Emma featuring a Christmas inspired design with holly, a gingerbread man, a gift, two bells, and a bucket.
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Marbled White Pine Board from Fabric Flair using Classic Colorworks or DMC floss. Stitch count is 51 x 167 and the finished size is 3.64" x 11.93".
You "autumn" bundle up because fall is in the air! The Fall is in the Air cross stitch pattern is a seasonal salute to cooler weather and woodland friends. Fanciful falling leaves and a cute fox adorn this stitch along with the title text!
Finished size: 8.25" x 8.25", Stitch count: 115w x 115h. Patterns is stitched on 14 ct Platinum Aida using DMC floss.
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Marbled White Pine Board from Fabric Flair using Classic Colorworks or DMC floss. Stitch count is 51 x 167 and the finished size is 3.64" x 11.93".
The third booklet in the Christmas Village series. This booklet features two designs. Finished as ornaments, these designs were stitched both over one and two threads.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct White Cashel Linen using Classic Colorworks with DMC and Weeks Dye Works conversions. Also... Read more