According to Greek mythology, muses are the ageless spirits who inspire and watch over us as we create. What better place for muses to reside than a cool, green topiary garden? At the entrance to Nora Corbett's classical retreat, ancient urns drip with moss, wrought-iron gates beckon visitors... Read more
"Chrysanthemum, sedum, pumpkin, autumn, squash, aster, anemone, helenium." Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Dirty Belfast linen with Needlepoint Inc Silks, Thread Gatherer Silk N Colors, and Dinky Dye Silks. Stitch Count: 289W x 63H. Finished Size: 18" x 4".
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Summer Khaki Belfast linen with Needelpoint Inc, Dinky Dyes, and Silk N Colors silk floss. Stitch Count: 289W x 63H. Design Size: 18" x 4".
Model stitched on 30 Ct. Cocoa linen by Weeks Dye Works with DMC floss, Classoc Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads, and Weeks Dye Works. DMC conversions provided. Stitch Count: 143W x 143H. Design Size: 10" x 10"
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Antique White Jobelan with DMC floss, Mill Hill beads, Mill Hill Treasures and Kreinik #4 Braid. Stitch Count: 94x145. Alternate fabrics are 28 Ct. Antique White Jobelan, 32 Ct. French Lace Linen or 16 Ct. French Lace Aida.
"One can no more approach people without love than one can approach bees without care" Leo Tolstoy 1828-1910. This piece is charted for cross stitch but instructions for a variety of stitches are included to stitch the bee skep and flowers.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Veldt from... Read more
"If I had a flower for every time I thought of you... I could walk in my garden forever." Alfred Lord Tennyson 1809-1892. A sweet little sampler to stitch for yourself, a friend, or a loved one.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Light Examplar from Lakeside Linens using Classic... Read more
Spring Trinkets is the cutest little spring montage, which I charted using some gorgeous artwork we licensed for our Spring Mingle event. Ruslana Lubenets did the original drawings, and I arranged this little sampler to my liking. Ever stitched some strawberry cream cheese toast or a purple avocado?... Read more
Pattern by Jean Farish Needleworks featuring a sweet garden sampler design with pumpkins and the words 'Plant Kindness, Harvest Love".
Model stitched on 30 ct. linen over two using Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 97 x 97 and the finished size is 6.47" x 6.47".
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring two cute corgis in the garden!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Agave linen by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 217 x 43 and the finished size is 12" x 2.4".
"Ah Tis Spring" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Sweet little rabbit-girl dressed in her Sunday best dress, out picking tulips & carrots to welcome the SPRING!
Model shown stitched on 18 ct Aida cloth using DMC threads. Stitch count 90 x 142. Finished size is approx. 5" x 8".
"Sewing Strawberry Pinkeep" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A 6" long and approx. 11" in circumference, this pinkeep will be the STAR of your sewing basket! Use it to hold your pins and needles, and threads too (see those little thread-rings there?)
Nestled among blooms and sunbeams, a sleepy black cat has claimed the raised flower bed as the purr-fect napping spot. Surrounded by cheerful blossoms, scattered terra cotta pots, and a well-loved garden shovel, this scene captures the peaceful charm of a lazy afternoon in the garden. Whether you're... Read more
Tommy's Pumpkin Patch is a companion design to Hazel's Blackberry Burrow It has a squirrel named Tommy, who lives in a pumpkin house in a pumpkin patch.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 163 x 98. Finished Size: approx 9.06" x 5.44" each.
Renowned for their elegance and vibrant colors, dahlias are truly standout flowers. The Dahlias Seed Packet Cross Stitch Pattern is as exquisite as a fresh-cut bloom. Add another flower to your cross stitched bouquet with Dahlias.
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Natural Aida using Classic Colorworks threads. Finished size: 5" x 7" and Stitch count: 70w x 98h
An early spring bloomer, violets symbolize the return of longer, warmer days. To celebrate spring, stitch the Violets Seed Packet in purples so enticing that you can almost smell the fragrant scent of these tiny blossoms. Violets is the third pattern in the Seed Packet Cross Stitch Series.
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The monthly Word Swap series has finished but we will continue to sprinkle in Word Swaps throughout the year! This new one is "Tomatoes". They are the perfect 'Little Black Dress' to add to stitcher's displays.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric... Read more
Create a vibrant spring meadow using the Tulips Seed Packet Cross Stitch by It's Sew Emma. The pink tulip symbolizes the end of winter and the arrival of warm spring days. Take your time to stitch and enjoy the beauty of each flower in the Seed Packet series.
Stitched on 14 count Natural using Classic Colorwork threads. Finished Stitch Count: 70w x 98h and the finished size is 5in x 7in.
I was invited to join the XStitch the Rainbow team and design a piece using the Night Garden palette. Each designer was assigned the same ThreadworX colors and a maximum size piece to design. And this is what I designed!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Wheat from Fiber on a Whim using Threadworx threads. Stitch count is 59 x 60. Finished size is 2.95" x 3".
As "In the library" has been one of my bestsellers, I'm thrilled to continue the series with this celebration of gardeners, green thumbs and plant parents.
Model stitched on 37-count "Wild Honey" by Legacy Linen (stitchers can use the same fabric they used for "In... Read more
This Plum Street Sampler design features friends and flowers at the top and then "If I had a flower for every time I thought of you, i could walk in my garden forever."
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Homespun by R&R Reproductions with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 96w x 168H. Finished Size: 5.33w x 9.33h.
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring the phrase "The hum of bees is the voice of the garden"!
The pattern is stitched on an aged/stained, "vintage", neutral (preferrably medium to darker colors) of linen or evenweave using DMC, Weeks Dye Works,... Read more
This is the fifth in a series of 6 houses inspired by the shotgun houses found throughout New Orleans. Stitch each house separately or all together as. A QR code is provided on the chart to get a free downloadable PDF of house placement as shown in the model.
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 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".
"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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