Nature Nashville Needlework Market 2026 Cross Stitch

Note from the Designer: This was my first time working with the Valdani 6-strand embroidery floss and I love the way it shows off the subtle variegation in the birds and flowers. The design features several colors of coneflower and a trio of songbirds who enjoy them.

The model is... Read more about Coneflower Chorus - Cross Stitch Pattern

I had so much fun researching the Lightning Bug to learn more about its evening dance & what they're attracted to (nightshade plants). Did you know fireflies live all over North America but they don't all light up?

The model was stitched on 32 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The... Read more about Night Light - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a cute squirrel

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Blush by Atomic Ranch using DMC floss. Stitch count is 105 x 105. Finished size is 5.25" x 5.25".

Here is a garden you can enjoy all year round! The inspiration for this design comes from some of the wonderful flowers (and a butterfly) native to Florida.

The model is stitched on 40 count linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Cottage Garden Threads (DMC conversion... Read more about Heart's Garden - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique sampler reproduction. Ellen's sampler brings to life a variety of flora and fauna that an 11-year-old might have observed in her surroundings back in 1870. You will delight in stitching the birds, dogs, and deer that join the plants,... Read more about Ellen Franklin - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern by Teresa Kogut featuring two sampler charts, Spotless Innocence and Folk Floral Heart Ornament.

Spotless Innocence is stitched on 40 ct. Oaken by Picture this Plus with DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 196 x 262 and the... Read more about Spotless Innocence - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern by Heartstring Samplery featuring Willow the beaver enjoying floating on logs in her pond. Finished as a biscornu.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct. linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count on each side is 120 x 120 with a finished size of 6.67" x 6.67".

This drum finish shows the busy community of life in a spring tree stump, and features a number of families welcoming new life into the world from their tree stump homes.

The model is stitched on 32 ct. Cafe Au Lait linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks floss (DMC... Read more about Trunk Town Spring - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by The Stitch Crypt featuring a spooky Halloween themed design with a raccoon surrounded by trees with jack-o-lanterns.

Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 63 x 91 and the finished size is 3.94" x 5.69".

Last year I had carrots on a strawberry - this year I have strawberries on a carrot! Be sure to check out this BAP - Big Awesome Produce!

The model was stitched on 20 ct. linen with DMC floss. THe stitch count is 114 x 113 and the finished size is 11.4" x 11.3".

Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring this quaker farmhouse designed in collaboration with Blueberry Ridge Design.

Quaker Farmhouse is stitched on 36 count One More Reproduction linen by BeStitich Me, one strand of floss over two linen threads with Weeks... Read more about Quaker Farmhouse - Cross Stitch Pattern

A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.

The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".

The small, plump, ground-dwelling quail is often identified by its distinctive head plume. They prefer running to flying. Due to their tendency to mate for life, they symbolize loyalty and devotion. The 2026 Quail Sampler joins my growing collection of monochromatic bird samplers.

... Read more about Quail Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern by Heartstring Samplery featuring a nature inspired sampler design. This is the companion piece to Teresa Kogut's No Distance Too Far pattern. Can be stitched together as one continuous horizontal piece or separately.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Maple Bar linen by... Read more about Across The Miles - Cross Stitch Pattern

These may look a bit familiar; they were a club exclusive a few years ago and now widely available, and I've definitely had requests for them. What's not to love? A tomato pin cushion, a favorite pair of scissors, and even a thimble - Pins & Needles, Measure & Cut, Count & Stitch - all accented with... Read more about Stitcher's Garden Berries - Cross Stitch Pattern

Bees are buzzing, flowers are blooming and spring has sprung all around a cozy, satin stitched beeskep. The Golden Apiary makes a wonderful drum or just pop it into a frame. Chart also includes a small pynkeep.

Stitched on 32 ct Wheat linen from Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works... Read more about The Golden Apiary - Cross Stitch

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a red fox and a surround of bleeding heart flowers.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is 3.55" x... Read more about Tudor Fox - Cross Stitch Pattern

This pattern by Primitive Hare features a beautiful forest Guardian standing in the snow with foxes and wolves.

Stitched on 30 ct Winter Bliss linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 200 x 180. Finished size is 13.3" x 12".

The fifth design in my Blueberry Ridge Gardens Series. This section has a cute nesting bird, a fox and a wheelbarrow full of flowers. Just one more to come in the series!

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Milk & Honey by Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 120 x 120. Finished size: approx 6" x 6".

Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a cute peacock in a teacup!

Pattern is stitched on 32 count Cyprus by Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 111 x 122. Finished size is 7" x 7.75".

Ma Valise de Broderie is a celebration of classic needlework with a distinctly French feel. What started as a special anniversary project is now available as a beautifully curated pattern book.

This book contains all embroidery charts from the original five-part Ma Valise de Broderie... Read more about Ma Valise de Broderie - Cross Stitch Pattern

Flamingos prance on the beach in the 6th of the WordyBirds series! Perfectly beachy and fun for the month of June.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Mojito Smoothie by Grace Notes Fabrics with DMC floss. The stitch count is 119 x 71 and the finished size is 7.4" x 4.4".

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more about Tudor Falcon - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design by Tiny Modernist features a gorgeous woman holding books and a typewriter surrounded by cakes, nature, and animals.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Mint Lugana with DMC floss. The stitch count is 142 x 184 and the finished size is 8.88" x 11.5".

Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a stocking and sampler design inspired by Noah's Ark filled with animals.

Our stocking is stitched on 40-Count Paperbark from Fox and Rabbit using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count for the stocking is 172 x 447. Finished size is 8 1/2" x 22 1/4". Stitch count for the sampler is 81 x 443. Finished size is 4" x 22 1/8".

A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.

The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".

A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.

The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".

Trilliums are a unique flower found in the area I live, the PNW. I was inspired to create a forest floor scene with trilliums as the centerpiece. I added some beetles which are loosely based on beetles native to the PNW. This pattern was so much fun to stitch with its bright colors and variety of... Read more about Trillium Forest - Cross Stitch Pattern

Barn Stars by Ink Circles features a geometric design with eight owls.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Scuppernong linen by Weeks Dye Works with Valdnai floss. The stitch count is 93 x 93 and the finished size is 6" x 6".

Pattern by Boomerang Stitches featuring beautiful green hummingbirds eating from flowers.

Stitched on 32 ct Antique White Lugana with DMC floss, stitched 2 over 2. The stitch count is 120 x 120 and the finished size is 7.5" x 7.5".

Cross stitch pattern from New York Dreamer featuring a beautiful sign welcoming spring.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Milk & Honey with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. The stitch count is 95 x 95 and the finished size is 5.94" x 5.94".

Spring is in bloom, there's leaves in the trees. Bugs start to Mingle & this Bee's Got Knees.

The Pincushion model was stitched on 32 ct. Light mocha linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 131 x 131 and the finished size is 8.19" x 8.19".

The Wreath model was... Read more about This Bee's Got Knees - Cross Stitch Pattern

Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. Marcel Proust's verse inspires this colorful welcome to springtime and a nod to those who make our lives special. The verse is complimented by floral motifs from 19th century pattern... Read more about Charming Gardeners - Cross Stitch Pattern

Spring Awakens is the final chart in my seasonal series. This design has all the spring feels, with lots of flowers, a bunny, birdhouses, and rubber boots!

Pattern is stitched on 36 count Linen with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 145 x 125. Finished size: approx 8" x 6.9".

Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a lovely geometric floral design!

Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using Weeks Dye Works, The Gentle Arts and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 103 x 147. Finished size is 6.5" x 9.25".

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a beautiful spring garden with birds.

The model is stitched on 36 ct. Baked Clay linen by Fox and Rabbit with one strand over two using Classic Colorworks (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 106 x 111 and the finished size is 5.9" x 6.2".

This cross stitch pattern from Puntini Puntini featuring a trio of colorful birds.

Stitched on 32 ct. Tin Roof linen with DMC threads. The stitch count is 67 x 67 and the finished size is 4.19" x 4.19".

A bright color palette brings the early blossoms of spring to life in this montage of floral motifs. After the mess of the winter melt, the bright colors refresh us in heart and soul.

Stitched on 32 ct. Vintage Country Mocha Linen with DMC floss. The Stitch count is 106 x 66 and the finished size is 6.63" x 4.13". Finished with Grubby Frog Rayon Ribbon from Lady Dot Creates.

This pattern features a sweet woodland pairing nestled among curling strawberry plant vines and bright, juicy berries; a magical stitch for StrawberryMoonSAL!

The pattern is stitched on 32ct Celestine by Fiber on A Whim using DMC and Classic Colorworks with a full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 154W x 112H. Finished size is 9.63" x 7".

The 5th of the WordyBird series is flying in to remind us that love is sweet! These two chickadees and their friendly bee pals are gathered amongst the flowers that bloom in the month of May.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Cafe Au Lait by Grace Notes fabrics with DMC floss. The stitch count is 117 x 71 and the finished size is 7.3" x 4.4".

It was stitched in a quiet house where words were scarce and time moved slowly, measured not in hours but in repetitions-the return of spring, the fading of color, the steady hum of afternoons. Each letter was sewn not to teach language, but to hold it still, the way you might press flowers ... Read more about Butterflies, Flowers, and Letters Sampler - Cross Stitch

Cross stitch pattern from Little Dove Designs featuring a garden full of flowers and vegetables!

Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Rustico using DMC threads. Stitch count is 120 x 180. Finished size is 8.57" x 12.86".

This colorful spring pattern features bunnies and pansies. I've included patterns for a mattress pincushion finish and small scissor fob.

Stitched on 40 count Fiber on a Whim "hydrangea" linen and "butternut squash" aida using a combination of DMC & Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 71 x 71. Finished size is 3.55" x 3.55".

Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a sampler themed stocking patter originally designed in 2004.

The stocking was just stitched on 40-Count Thornfield Linen from Needle and Flax using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count for the stocking is 172 x 447. Finished size is 8 1/2" x 22 1/4". Stitch count for the sampler is 83 x 446. Finished size is 4 1/8" x 22 1/4".

These striking tree motifs are featured on a 1796 sampler of the Ten Commandments, and I've transplanted' them into a delightful little woodland tableau. The larger sampler is closer to the antique featuring verses from Psalm 96 incorporated into the design: Let the field be joyful, and all that is... Read more about Joyful Fields - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

I love the idea of featuring cute animals as gingerbread cookies for the holiday season. I wanted to create a gingerbread cookie in the shape of a jumping bunny. Gingerbread is made with honey and all I wanted to do was create a cute jumping gingerbread honey bunny.

Pattern is stitched on... Read more about Holiday Honey Bunny - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a lovely sampler with large flowers!

Pattern is stitched on 32 count Winter Wren by Fox and Rabbit using DMC floss. Stitch count is 211 x 280. Finished size is 13.2" x 17.5".

If you are stitching Hyperbole with two... Read more about Hyperbole - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a cute bear!

Pattern is stitched on 18 Count Aida Haunted by Picture this Plus using DMC floss. Stitch count is 103 x 147. Finished size is 5.72" x 8.17".