This piece was inspired by a fragment of a sampler I saw, where just the part of it was framed. It looked so cute, and I love the idea of impermanence and the wear-and-tear of centuries. This is one of a series of four. All four seasons will be represented, and one side will be "missing"... Read more
The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from From The Heart featuring a snowy cottage in December!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Hogbristle from Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 108 x 72. Finished size is 5.4" x 3.6" on 40 count.
Cross stitch pattern from Serenita Di Campagna featuring two deer, a pair of mittens and a winter town!
Stitched on 32 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch counts are 44 x 44, 61 x 33, 79 x 29, and 40 x 29. Finished sizes approx. 4.94 in wide X 1.81 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Tralala featuring a lovely home in the winter!
The pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts floss with DMC. Stitch count is 111 x 59. Finished size is 6.94 in wide X 3.69 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Vals Stuff featuring a cat and snowman having "A purrfect winter's day"!
The pattern is stitched on 27 ct Linda Vintage Country Mocha using either DMC or Anchor threads. Stitch count is 61 x 86. Finished size is 4.52 in wide X 6.37 in high. Snowflake button included!
Cross stitch pattern from Waxing Moon Designs featuring the phrase "Wintertime is a lovely sight. The sky so blue and the snow so white"!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Morris Blue linen from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 164w x 197h. Finished size is 10.75" x 13".