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.
Don't you wish you could attend the ball that this guy is invited to? My vintage style Halloween Bal Masque Man cross stitch pattern was inspired by the classic movie "Amadeus," about Mozart. Irregular shaped pillow how-to's are included.
Model stitched on 28 ct Light Mocha Cashel using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 63w x 134h.
My bestselling "Shameless Hussy" tuck comb doll is part of my Miss Prim "People Pillows" Collection. Miss Fanny Peachbottom is a straight-laced 1800's school marm by day and a shameless hussy by night. To turn her into a "Miss Prim type" of girl, you can delete the... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from Petal Pusher features a row of fresh picked lavender. A pin pillow design is also included.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Maritime White by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 149W x 91H. Finished size: 9.3" x 5.68"
This Marjorie Massey pattern comes with two designs - a Prairie Girl Sampler and a small pincushion that says "With my Needles & Thread." Instructions are in French.
Pattern is stitched on 35 or 32 ct tea dyed linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 106 x 259.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Plum Street Blend by R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Counts: Goodness and Thanks - 79W x 79H. Bitter Crow's Cushion - 35W x 35H.
This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo features a pot of lovely flowers, shown finished as a small pillow. The design comes with a wooden button that says "fatto a mano" on one side and "handmade" on the other side. Finishing instructions are included.
"Count your blessings 1 by 1." Model stitched on 30 Ct. Mocha linen by Weeks Dye Works with Needlepoint Silks. DMC conversions provided. Stitch Count: 93W x 60H.
Long Flag model stitched over two on 32 ct Natural Linen. Stitch Count: 91 x 35. Cut size: 12" x 9".
"Free" is stitched on 32 Ct. Touch of Gray. Stitch Count: 34 x 36. Cut size: 9" x 9".
Liberty is stitched on 32 ct French Polka Dot Natural. Stitch Count: 49 x 49. Cut size: 9" x 9". All use Gentle Art Sampler Threds and Weeks Dye Works floss.
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Grey by Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count for Pinkeep: 125 x 105. Finished Size: 7" x 6". Stitch Count for Ornament: 84 x 47. Finished Size: 5" x 3".
Model stitched on 35 Ct. Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 69x69. Design is shown finished in a 4" round pincushion by Lone Elm Lane.
Model is stitched on 28 count French Rain Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Includes wool shown on the top of pincushion.Shown with Pins from Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 5858 (2) & 34232.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. White Linen with Gentle Arts Sampler Threads, Weeks Dye Works Thread, and Just Another Button Company pin set (JP207). Includes felt square on top of pincushion. Stitch count for box top and bottom is 58 x 58. Design Size: 5" x 5" Stitch count for side panel is 34 x 232. Design Size: 3" x 17"
Models stitched on 32 Ct. White Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: Pinpillow - 48x48. Design Size: 3" x 3" (comes with bee charm), Hexie Pin Keep - 68x58. Design Size: 5" x 4" (comes with Lady Dot Chenille), Biscornu - 57x57 - need 2 pieces. Design Size: 4" x 4" Shown with pins from Just Another Button Company (JP211). Finishing instructions included.
Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Legacy Cashel linen with Classic Colorworks floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 60x60. Design Size: 5" x 5" Comes with embellishments.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Raw Natural linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count 115x53. Finished size of drum: 4 1/2" x 3 1/2". Finishing instructions included.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Country French Cafe Mocha linen with Classic Colorworks floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 51W x 51H. Design Size: 3" x 3".
"All My" stitched on 32 Ct. Shale linen - 29x80. Design Size: 2" x 5". "Stitch" stitched on 32 Ct. Sterling - 35x46, 2" x 3". "ABC" stitched on 32 Ct. Limestone linen - 29x33, 2" x 3". Designs use Classic Colorworks floss and Weeks Dye Works floss (or... Read more
Models stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works floss (or DMC 3866, 3781, 840, 3031, 3011, 3777, 415, 801). Finishing instructions included. Stitch Count: approximately 30x30 or smaller for each fob. Design Size: 2" x 2"
"Reflect upon your present blessings" Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. White Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 89x89. Design Size: 6" x 6". Buttons Included.
"A lovely Gathering - Sampler Block, Barn Quilt Pinwheel, Flag Fob & a Pumpkin Patch Pincushion. Finished as a sewing set." Stitched on 32 count Raw Belfast with DMC threads. Stitch counts vary, a fat 1/8th of linen will be plenty.
Note from designer: The front cover is... Read more
"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
I find myself drawn to creating pincushions & needlebooks - small, beautiful & functional works of art. Enjoy this 1st in a series of what I hope will be perfect mates: Pins & Needles.
The models were stitched on 32 ct Flax Belfast & 18 ct white perforated paper with Classic Colorworks... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring the SUNFLOWER N' BEE Collection is .... SQUARE PILLOWS & BEES. The Bees vary in size with the largest 54 x 33 and the smallest is 13 x 12 stitches. All designs in the SUNFLOWER N' BEE Collection are great stitched on matching blanks to... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring the SUNFLOWER N' BEE Collection is .... RECTANGULAR PILLOWS & BEES. All designs in the SUNFLOWER N' BEE Collection are great stitched on matching blanks to use decorating tiered trays. Many other uses / projects are great as well.
Model stitched on pillows of choice, using DMC thread.
Stitch count is 47w x 37h.
Note from the designer: "One of two new "buttoned-up" designs, Hark! the Bells features a classic holiday color palette with a verse from a vintage Christmas card. The companion berry features those pretty border bands and the hand-dyed buttons are included."