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
In my explorations of old embroidery books, I came across a number of rug designs in a book from 1880. While they were intended as inspiration for woven carpet patterns, I realized that a blackwork design could also show off the dynamic beauty of the geometry.
From the Birthstone Quaker series by From the Heart comes this offering for August done in tones of green and the large center motif appears to have a birdcage style motif in the center surrounded by vines and swirls.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Silver Moon using Silk 'N Colors thread with Gentle Arts and DMC conversion. Stitch count 90w x 90h. Finished size is 4.5" x 4.5".
Model stitched on white or off-white 32 Ct. Belfast linen with DMC floss, Caron Waterlillies, Gloriana Silk threads, Dinky Dyes silk, Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid. Stitch Count: 293 x 293.
Also required but not available are Edmar Rayon Thread Iris, and Delica Beads.
A colorful bouquet of flowers stitches up quickly in six shades of Classic Colorworks Cotton threads. This one comes in at 97 x 97 stitch count square and was stitched on 28 count hand-dyed Prairie linen by Picture This Plus.
A granny square inspired design featuring 41 different motifs using 17 DMC colors. All full stitches. Final stitch count is 109w x 125h when all motifs are stitched together. Stitched on 14 Ct Sage Green.
An addition to the Bouquet Collection of designs, Spice stitch count at 149w x 149h. All full stitches in 12 DMC autumn spice colors. Stitched on 14 ct Cream Aida. Motifs can also be pulled out to use on other stitchy projects!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with Caron Waterlilies, Dinky Dyes Silk, Dinky Dyes Silk Perle, Gloriana Silk, Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid, and Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame Braid.
Delica Beads & Swarovski Crystals are also required but not listed. Stitch Count: 213 x2 13
A warm Christmas bouquet inspired by the colors I envision when sitting at a holiday table with a cup of coffee. All full stitches. Stitched on 14 ct Light Mocha Aida. Project finishes at 149w x 149h stitch count with pletny of motifs that can be pulled to use in other holiday stitching. Charted with 10 DMC colors.
Tulipa is the 7th release in the Floral Mandala Collection.
Model stitched on 28ct Antique White Jobelan by Wichelt Imports (Recommend 1/4 yard). Requires 17 colors of Dinky-Dyes hand-dyed silk floss, 6 colors of Sullivans Floss, and 5 colors of Mill Hill Beads. DMC and Anchor comparables provided. Stitch Count: 198w X 196h
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Belfast linen of your choice with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Gloriana Silk floss, Dinky Dyes Silk floss, Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame & Petite Treasure Braid.
Delica Beads & Swarovski Crystals are required but not listed. Stitch Count: 283 x 283. Design Size: 18" x 18"
Model stitched on 32 Ct. white or off-white Belfast linen with DMC floss, Caron Waterlillies, Caron Wildflowers, Dinkey Dye Silk Perle, Gloriana Silk threads and Petit Perle Princess, Thread Gatherer Silk N Colors, Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid and Petite Silk Lame Braid.
Also required but not listed are Delica Beads and Swarovski Cyrstals. Stitch Count: 348 x 348.
This stunning geometric monochromatic floral design shows off your choice of overdyed floss. This chart pack includes a second bonus design. Shown in Classic Colorworks Belle Soie silk floss in Grape Juice color on hand-dyed linen.
Large design Stitch Count: 115w x 115h. Design Size:... Read more
A garden full of sunflower motifs, inspired by the beloved granny square. Charted with 17 DMC hues over 41 motifs that can be stitched together as shown or pulled apart to use in a wide variety of projects. Stitched on 14 ct Chalkboard Black Aida. Finished stitch count 105w x 121h.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Linen in the color of your choice using DMC, Gloriana Silk, Thread Gatherer, Caron Waterlilies, Dinky Dyes, and Rainbow Gallery threads.
Also required but not listed are Anchor Marlitt threads, Delica beads, and Swarovski crystals. Stitch count is 316 x 316.