In my recent thrifting adventures, I came across a lovely, partially finished cross stitch tablecloth. The floral patterns and designs on this beautiful piece became the inspiration for these two designs. I love the vibrant colors of the centerpiece and the charming arrangement of the bouquet.
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Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring lovely springtime flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Kiwi Linen from Fiber on a Whim using Weeks dye Works threads. Stitch count is 106 wide x 106 high. Finished size is 7.57 in wide X 7.57 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring lovely springtime flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 14 count Navy Aida using Cosmo threads. Stitch count is 112 wide x 111 high. Finished Size is 8 inches x 7.9 inches on 14-count Aida. Model sewn with Thatched Navy and Coastal blue fabrics from Moda Fabrics and stretched over a 12" x 16" artist canvas.
This piece was originally designed for the Spring 2024 issue of Punch Needle & Primitive Stitcher magazine. The verse is from a song from The Mikado by Gilbert & Sullivan. The song is lilting, happy, and full of tra-la-la's!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Flax using Weeks Dye Works floss.... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring flowers and the phrase "Yesterday I was cleaver so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise so I am changing myself"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Pewter from Wichelt using Dinky Dye Silks and DMC threads with full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 114 x 147. Finished size is 8" x 10.5".
"I have a garden of my own, shining with flowers of every hue; I love it dearly while alone, but I shall love it more with you"
The model was stitched on 36 ct Wheat from Fiber On A Whim using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 113w x 123h. Finished size is 6.28 in wide X 6.83 in high.
My lace design series are all patterns that have been inspired by old pieces of lace. A number of stitchers have shared with me their wish for a design in this series that would be a little smaller than many of the others, and so the idea for Lovely Lace was born.
Thistles stand out against the late spring and summer grasses. This exquisite biscornu features a delicate arrangement of thistles, with their bright pinky purple blooms and curling green leaves woven through the intricate design. Inspired by the resilience of the thistle, this piece evokes a sense... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Anabella's featuring a basket of Christmas flowers!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 63w x 53h. Finished size is 3.69 x 3.06 on 32 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Three Sheep Studio featuring tulips and a heart!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Antique White Linen using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 79w x 189h. Finished size is 4.4" x 10.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Three Sheep Studio featuring a blue tulip and a heart!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Antique White Linen using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 59w x 192h. Finished size is 3.3" x 10.7".
Cross stitch pattern from CM Designs featuring a wreath of beautiful flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using BeStitchMe threads. No DMC conversion for BeStitchMe threads Long Neck Dinosaur, Into The Woods, and Pot of Gold. Stitch count is 95w x 95h. Finished size is 5 7/8" x 5 7/8".
A fall bouquet makes a colorful lasting decoration.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Linen using five shades of Classic Colorworks cotton floss: Bean Sprout, Honeycomb, Blackbird, Mulled Berries, and Just Rust. A DMC conversion is included. Stitch count is 59 x 59. Finished size is 3.75" x 3.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Jeannette Douglas featuring a Christmas tree and flowers!
The sets were stitched on 36 ct or 40 ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 46 x 69 for pincushion. Finished size on 36 count is 2.56" x 3.83".
Welcome to the wonderful world of Carnival, where the colors are bright, the designs are fresh and interesting, and the stitching is fun! In Carnival, you will find a variety of borders with different, yet coordinating colors. You will find fun patterns that amaze the eye and give a true depth to... Read more
Let Flowers Grow brings you home to a sweet cottage in a peaceful setting, surrounded by beautiful flowers and trees, happy bees, and singing birds. I can think of no better mantra for life than Let Flowers Grow.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC Conversions. Stitch count is 155 x 139. Finished size is 7.75" x 6.95".
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring an adorable sampler with a pot of flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Barnwood from Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works threads(two skeins of Weeks Dye Works only needed if stitching with two strands). Stitch count is 109 x 171.
Cross stitch pattern from Shepherd's Bush featuring a bag with the phrase "I count" and flowers!
Model is stitched on mini bag-Olive by Its Sew Emma, using Weeks Dye Works and DMC #5 Pearl cotton threads along with buttons from Just Another Button Company. DMC Pearl Conversion for Week's Purple Haze is #3041. Stitch count is 23 x 31.
Summer Blooms is the first in a new seasonal series. Inspired by baskets of flowers, the changing seasons, and what that brings as nature journeys through its yearly cycle.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Selkie by Under the Sea Fabrics using Classic Colorworks, The Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch Count: 145 x 125.