The Mindful Needle Geometric Cross Stitch Patterns

The repetiveness of blackwork can be very soothing. Each floss color is worked in a different blackwork pattern giving this pumpkin its patchwork effect. The model was stitched on 32 ct. linen from Weeks Dye Works in the color Straw. Four colors from Gentle Arts and one from Weeks Dye Works are... Read more about Patchwork Pumpkin - Cross Stitch Pattern

Symmetry and puzzles tickle something deep down in my brain. Manipulating motifs into symmetrical designs is akin to puzzles and I truly enjoy the challenge of doing these type of designs. From the dancing ghosts to the flying bats and the perching crows, this design was as fun to design as it is to... Read more about Spooky Mandala - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern