I had so much fun researching the Lightning Bug to learn more about its evening dance & what they're attracted to (nightshade plants). Did you know fireflies live all over North America but they don't all light up?
The model was stitched on 32 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The... Read more
Some days we tackle a long list, other days we laugh with friends or enjoy the solitude of a good book. Whatever the day calls for, we should always make it count.
The model was stitched over on 32 ct. linen with DMC floss. Includes patterns for the Sampler and the round. Finished with... Read more
Peter might start a whole new trend in eyewear! Look for more Hey there' designs this year - come hear the origin story in our room (if you raised kids or had grandkids in the late 1900's, you will understand!)
The model was stitched on 32 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 68 with a finished size of 4.44" x 4.25".
Oh Tomato, you look so fine growing on that blessed vine. Did you know your true worth was to aid my stitching work (original verse by Cathy Habermann). The sampler is fully charted for BOTH the verse stitched over 1 thread as well as an over 2 threads version.
Cross Stitch Pattern from Hands on Design featuring a cozy birth record in two parts.
Part one includes the sentiment "Long before the sun kissed your brow & the moon tucked you in, our hearts were filled with love", and part two includes baby footprints with the titular sentiment... 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.
Poinsettia's, Putz houses, pears & a partridge. Classic holiday motifs with a touch of folk inspired design.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Zweigart with DMC floss. The Sampler design has a stitch count of 53 x 190 and a finished size of 3.31" x 11.88".... Read more
This patriotic design features flowers and the American flag.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Slate from Fabrics by Stephanie with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 72x67. Show with pins from Just Another Button Company.
I find myself drawn to creating pincushions & needlebooks - small, beautiful & functional works of art. Enjoy this pattern, the 2nd in a series of what I hope will be perfect mates: Pins & Needles. A perfect patriotic pairing!
The models were stitched on 32 ct Nautral Belfast & 18 ct... Read more
Designs for January through December, including 2 Canadian themed alternatives for July & November - 14 designs in all. Models stitched on 32 Ct. Dirty Belfast linen. Stitch Count: 50x50 each. Design Size: 4" x 4" Models stitched with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. DMC conversions are provided.
Life is Just...a BIG Bowl of Cherries! This sweet little stitch comes with a few bonuses... a cherry of a charm & custom thread card! You supply the wire closure or book ring to keep project threads tidy!
Model stitched on 32 ct Antique White Belfast with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 53 x 77.
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Straw linen with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 59x33. Design Size: 4" x 3" Finishing kit to complete all 9 designs in the series is sold separately - Item #HD-WCFK
Cross stitch patterns from Hands on Design featuring a small tray that says "Tomayto Tomahto" and a tomato pincushion.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Gray and 32 ct Aztec Red from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 109 x 31 pincushion and 73 x 73 tray.
"May your day be blessed by the grace of a flower touched by the sun" Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Platinum using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 67x97. Design Size: 4" x 6"
"God shed His grace on thee". Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with Sulky 12 Wt Cotton Petites. Stitch Count: 176x127. Finished size: 11" x 8".
A 3-part Mini Series to celebrate the Crafty in all of us! This design features the phrase "I was stitching when stitching wasn't cool"!
Note from the designer, "I get tired of hearing my grandma does that stuff' Let me tell you, if your grandma is a cross stitcher, she's pretty... Read more
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).
I was drawn to the original artwork 'Land of the Free' - I knew it had to be designed & stitched! Licensed from Lily & Val, LLC, I love everything about this: the words, the flag it represents & the beautiful color & flow.
Model stitched on 32ct Antique White Belfast with DMC... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Prairie Grain linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 58x58 for top and bottom (2 pieces), and side panel 34x232. Can be finished as a block or a picture. Shown with pins from Just Another Button Company.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring the Block Party! It's a pincushion party based on a fun (& nice) 4-letter word! I've wanted to design a few blocks for holidays - so I made the holidate' the 4-letter pinset word!!
Model stitched on 28ct Artichoke by Wichelt Imports... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Slate from Fabrics by Stephanie with Classic Colorworks floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Counts: Jar - 66x95, Liberty Small - 65x45. Shown with a Liberty Pin-Mini Set JPM465 from Just Another Button Company.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Aspen linen with Sulky 12 Wt. Cotton Petites. A thread pack sold separately contains the Sulky Petites required to complete the design. Pattern comes with 6 white buttons. Stitch Count: 85x97. Design Size: 6" x 7"
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Tin Roof linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 43X79. Design Size: 3" x 5" Comes with a small piece of wool felt for the snowman's nose and a star button.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Beautiful Beige line with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count - top and bottom 58x58 (2 pieces). Design Size: 4" x 4" side panel 34x232. Design Size: 3" x 17" Shown with Just Another Button Company - M is For Meow Pinset (JP218). Comes with Weeks Dye Works felted wool.
Winter Folk is the final design in the Four Seasons Folk series. Thank you for coming on this seasonal journey with me. We end the series with paper whites, pine cones, frosty forests & 3 new specialty stitches.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Driftwood Belfast (Fabrics by Stephanie) with DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 190. Finished size is 3.31" x 11.88".
The design that started it all! Autumn Folk was completed 1st and set the tone for this celebration of the seasons filled with color & detail.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Driftwood Belfast (Fabrics by Stephanie) with DMC floss. Stitch count is 51 x 190. Finished size is 3.19" x 11.88".
Note from designer: The Berry Basket - a delicious mini-series kicks off with a strawberry covered strawberry! Perfect timing as our local strawberry season is in full swing.
Model Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count: 86 x 68.
A series of monthly designs for the year! Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Driftwood Fabrics by Stefanie (or fabric of your choice) with Classic Colorworks floss. If stitching as individual ornaments, you will need 1/2 yard of fabric. If stitching as one designs with the complimentary border, you will need a fat quarter of fabric. Stitch Count: 49x49 each.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring a new 'hallmark moment' classic for the day of hearts & love! I say make it a useful pincushion to be displayed & used year round. "I love you a waffle lot!"
Model Stitched on 32 ct. Antique White Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count: Waffle Top 65 x 65; Waffle Bottom 65 x 65. Finished sizes: 4.06" x 4.06".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Amber linen with Weeks Dye Works threads. Shown with Just Another Button Company - Reindeer Games Pin Set (JP221). Comes with Weeks Dye Works felted wool.
Stitch Count - top and bottom 58x58 (2 pieces). Design Size: 4" x 4" side panel 34x232. Design Size: 3" x 17"
Models stitched over two on 32 Ct. Slate from Fabrics by Stephanie using Classic Colorworks, DMC floss, and Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Also uses Hip Hop - 3/4" hand dyed twill from Lady Dot Creates, Very Bunny Pin-mini jpm487 from Just Another Button Company and (2) coordinating needle minders... Read more
The models were stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast, Zweigart linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 15 x 175 for each ribbon. (suggested cut size - 19" x 15"). Finished size is 1" x 11".
Note: You may need 2 skeins of 3799 and Ecru if stitching all of the designs.
Pretend you are looking through a spyglass & what you see is this gem of a beach setup - looks like the perfect day to me! This fun summertime pattern by Hands on Designs features a perfect tropical beach scene with lounge chairs and palm trees.
The models were stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 69 x 67. Finished size is 4.31" x 4.19".