Introducing Percy the Pelican. A Companion piece to Summers at the Beach, a retreat exclusive for Barefoot Needlearts. Percy is a perky pelican who is patiently waiting for his next meal.
Stitched on 32 count fabric using DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 56w x 86h. Finished size is 3" x 5.43".
I love the deep colors of this design, which I do associate with autumn. And I took a bit of artistic license with the flamingo - juvenile flamingos are white and they've always felt a bit "spooky" to me. But there's nothing sinister about this design - it's just a celebration of sea life... Read more
Note from the designer: ""At the beginning of time, primordial gods existed. The vast uncharted ocean was then personified by Pontus, and marine life was made by Thalassa.
Both protogenos of the sea, they created a magnificent underwater world, filled with treasures and wonder, beyond human... Read more
"From the depths of the mysterious Pacific, comes a beautiful young mermaid. She rises above the crystal turquoise blue waters, full of enchantment and gracefulness. Serenly, she brings the promise of eternal love and happiness."
Model stitched on 14 Ct. Mermaid's Den Aida (or... Read more
"At the beach is where I find a place to let my soul unwind." Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique Ivory linen with DMC floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 85x85. Design Size: 5" x 5".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Laurel Linen using DMC floss, Waterlilies/Caron thread, Mill Hill Beads and Kreinik Metallic Thread. Also needed but not listed above Kreinik #4 Braid 034. Stitch count 120x249.
Model stitched on 30 Ct. Lucky Penny linen by R&R Reproductions or 28 Ct. Water Lily or Forest Mist with DMC floss. Shown with buttons from Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 220W x 58H. Design Size: 15" x 4"
Cross stitch pattern from Barefoot Needleart featuring a cute little Christmas gingerbread house at the beach!
Pattern is stitched on 18 ct Perforated Paper using Classic Colorworks, DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 55 x 53. Finished size is 3.06 in wide X 2.94 in high.
Ocean Blue stocking was stitched and finished by Rindy Richards. Rindy is SO good at these stockings!! She even added tiny pearls to the very bottom of the stocking around the treasure chest. Perfect! Check out that whale!!
The stocking is stitched on 40 Ct. Arctic from Picture This Plus... Read more
Note from the Designer: Growing up in Michigan, my family loved our winter visits to Nettles Island, Florida to visit my grandparents. Nettles Island is located on Hutchinson Island where the Intercoastal is on one side and the Atlantic Ocean is on the other. Knowing how much we all loved beach... Read more
The pattern is stitched on 32ct Light Sand Belfast linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 89w x 268h. Finished size on 32 ct is 5.6" x 16.8".
Flock to the Sea features a family of flamingos enjoying a day at the beach.
Pattern is stitched on 36 Ct Modena using Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. I chose to finish the design as a drum, but it would also be adorable framed. Stitch count is 149 W x 61 H. Finished size is 8.28" x 3.39".
Cross stitch pattern from The Sampler Girl featuring the phrase "Sea air was healing, relaxing. The sea air alone was evidently designed by nature for the cure"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Cream using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 107 x 132.
Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring a beach pattern!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct silk gauze using Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 72 x 148. Finished size is 1.8" x 3.7".
Cross stitch pattern from By The Bay Needleart featuring a boat by a harbor in the bay! "This Lone Sailboat is making the trek through the stormy waves in this narrow harbor.it certainly is Brave. Just as we are going through these testing and trying times may we be just as Brave as we Look... Read more
Note from the designer: Growing up in the maritimes, I often heard this ancient rhyme that has been used by sailors and fisher folk. Use this as a rule of thumb for weather forecasting (even if you are not near the sea)!
"Red sky at night, sailor's delight. Red sky in morning, sailors... Read more
Cross stitch pattern by Joan Elliott featuring a beautiful nymph riding a fish under the sea!
Stitch on 28 count Water Garden lugana with DMC floss, Kreinik very fine braids, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count: 163w x 219h. Finished size: 11-1/2w" x 15-1/2h".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring so many mix & match possibilities with these stamp size snippets - love them finished as a whimsical pillow as well as a statement art piece for your beach loving soul.
Model Stitched on 32 ct Lt. Mocha Belfast using DMC floss with Gold fish hand dyed rick rack from Lady Dot Creates. Stitch count: 121 x 93.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring good options when we're talking about the beach. More Beach offers both a sampler and a small - perfect for your beach house or that room in your house where you dream of the beach!
Model Stitched on 32 ct Country French Rain using Weeks... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Serenita Di Campagna featuring a lighthouse on the beach by the sea!
Model stitched using fabric of choice with DMC thread. Stitch count is 225 x 131.
Model stitched on 14 Ct. Jack-O-Lantern Aida by Fiberlicious Yummy Fibers (or fabric of your choice) with DMC floss, Kreinik #4 Braid, and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 150W x 255H. Finished size: 11" x 18 1/4".
A beautiful pattern from Bella Filipina featuring a mermaid resting in a shell. The stitch count is 139w x 245h.
Note from the designer - "Nestled in the deep calm waters, this Nereid seemingly caresses the water of the Mediterranean Sea. Her iridescent tail reflects brilliant hues of... Read more