For this designer: I really wanted to capture one of my favorite seasonal blooms in a biscornu format. There's a lot of stitching in this, but the results came out just the way I'd hoped and I love the dramatic effect.
The model is stitched on 32 count linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic... Read more
Gather Pinecones wraps up the Gather Round series. The garland is now covered in a light layer of snow & the cabin in the woods is looking snug & warm.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Platinum Belfast with DMC floss. Stitch count is 51 x 53 each. Finished size is 3.19" x 3.31" each.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee that says "Jardin Secret (Secret Garden)" and features flowers, a France postmark, Teapot with teacup, lamp, heart, and books.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 196 x 185. Finished size is 12.25" x 11.56".
This time of year generally calls for vampire bats, but let's not forget about their flying-fox- cousins, the fruit bats! Fruit bats love fruit (figs being a favorite), nectar, and flowers. The bats themselves were quite a challenge to design, but I really had fun with them!
Note from the designer: Maybe it's just me, but I think those little tiny jumping spiders are the stinking cutest things ever! Do I want one on me? No. Do I want one for a pet? No. Are they super cute on other people's Instagram feeds? Yes. Anyway, in the spirit of all things creepy and October-y, I... Read more
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Fall Sampling is the 3rd of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
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The Home Town Holiday Sampler Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet hits all the hallmarks of a traditional cross stitch sampler-an alphabet, decorative borders and a house set in a horizontal band format. Rows of holly, straight stitches and a cheerful alphabet stitched in Christmas red top... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Lila's Studio featuring two kids dressed in costumes for Halloween!
Patterns are stitched on 40 ct Stormy Night using Gentle Art and DMC threads. Stitch counts are 59 x 88 and 61 x 92. Finished sizes are 2.95" x 4.4" and 3.05" x 4.6".
Cross stitch pattern from Primrose Cottage Stitches featuring a phrase celebrating mothers everywhere! "A mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend!"
This pattern is stitched on 28 ct Mushroom using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 113 x 68.
A tutorial booklet illustrating how to stitch the open hem finish on samplers and other embroidery projects. The open hem stitch can be found on traditional Dutch and Frisian samplers. The method used in this booklet is the one seen on many traditional samplers.
A gentlewoman pushes her cart through the Tiny Town streets. Inside, a turkey mingles happily with the pumpkin she tows. Frills are easily inserted in the Tiny Town design or stitched separately, they make a whimsical addition to any vignette!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32... Read more
This Halloween piece features a collection of friendly ghosts floating through a moody garden! Although I chose to frame this piece it would also make a fantastic pin drum.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 155 x 68. Finished size is 8.61" x 3.78".
Fifteen Sing a Song Stockings are now part of a full color 18 page booklet.
The booklet measures 8 1/2" x 11" and will be a delight for you to use, as each stocking is pictured in color, along with the chart, the color code and stitching instructions.
150 years ago, in September of 1874, Anna Funk arrived in New York as part of a large and organized immigration of Mennonites from what is now Ukraine to the central plains of the United States. Her sampler of motifs, requested of her friends before her departure, is a small part of the larger story... Read more
"Despite the dreary weather today, this teenage witch is having fun with gardening! She loves the seemingly harmless yet carnivorous plants that are all over the place, with pots and seeds scattered everywhere. Oh, and let's not forget, those big pumpkins are almost ready for Halloween."
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Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring the phrase "Hey pumpkin"!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct. Brea linen from Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 120 x 47. Finished size is 6 in wide X 2.35 in high.
A perfect design to stitch this time of year as we reflect on the changing landscape. While the seasons change, we can rest knowing our Father in Heaven never does. "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever. Isaiah 40:3"
"Once more the ancient feast returns, And the bright hearth domestic burns
with Yuletide's added blaze; So, too, may all your joys increase
Midst floods of mem'ry, love, and peace, and dreams of Halcyon Days. - HP Lovecraft 1890-1937"
Cross stitch pattern from Prairie Schooler featuring a patriotic sampler!
Models stitched on 16 count fabric using 2 strands of DMC floss. Stitch count: Double Eagle - 52H x 145W; Elephant - 38H x 54W; Donkey - 41H x 50W; Uncle Sam & Lady Liberty - 82H x 54W. Finished sizes are Double... Read more
Note from the designer: "The mini kit is like our others....a nice computer image, readable chart, and six full skeins of thread to complete the design. The pattern is free with the purchase of the threads. We are recommending a tan or neutral fabric to contrast with the lightest stitching. ... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cuore E Batticuore featuring six people celebrating the 4th of July! Translation: Six Characters Looking for the 4th of July!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 60w x 90h.
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.