My Mother's Garden 2 is a follow up piece to my first design ever. The original was done as a tribute to my mom, as is this one. The verse, written by me, still chokes her up to this day!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Crescent Cream from the bright colourway or 40 ct Parchment from Weeks... Read more
I get a lot of requests to do smaller designs. I do try, but often the designs grow with my imagination. However, on occasion I force myself to behave! Sweet Hearts is a fun little monochrome design done mostly in cross stitch with a few little Rhodes stitches thrown in for some texture.
I created Miss Campbell's Scissors Keep using a motif from an antique Scottish sampler in my collection, Margaret Campbell 1848. The Angus Trees on each side of her house caught my attention right away. These trees were just made to be turned into a scissors case. I did take a small liberty with the... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring Adam and Eve in a sampler!
The antique was stitched on slightly unevenweave linen, close in color to Baked Clay by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 116 x 165. Finished size on 32 Ct is 7.25" x 10.3".
"Cordelia is oftentimes seen gazing over their lush coral realm. Her soft aquamarine hair flows gently with the currents, and her shiny rose tail glistens as the light passes through the clear waters of the ocean.
She is a jewel in the sea, a treasure, like any woman. Her beauty radiates not... Read more
"Loud, beating drums and exciting cheers filled the air as the parade started. Street dancers with vibrantly colored masks danced their hearts out. What are you waiting for? Come and experience Bacolod City's MassKara Festival, where smiles will fill your heart all the way through."
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Cross stitch pattern from Blueberry Ridge Designs featuring a new snow globe design featuring a cute ski chalet and pine trees.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Sanguine by Weeks Dye Work using Weeks Dye Works threads.The pattern is printed in color. The stitch count is 131 x 127.
Cross stitch pattern from By The Bay Needleart featuring a beautiful blue flowered tree overlooking a bay!
Model stitched on 32ct "Lambswool" Jobelan/Evenweave over 2 threads with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss or all DMC. Stitch Count 73 x 107 Design is approx. 4.56 x 6.69.
Featuring three designs for moms - "Moms, makers of all the difference", "Sometimes when I open my mouth, my mother comes out" and "Mother." Models are stitched 1 over 2 on 37ct Russian Tea Cake legacy linen from Access Commodities (comparable to DMC ecru), using Weeks Dye... Read more
An original sampler featuring Abraham Lincoln and George Washington in a more primitive design centered around history and an old white chapel reminding us of God's Grace.
The model was stitched on 28 Ct Colour & Cotton Light Brown Sugar. Stitch Count: 127 x 167.
This is a companion piece for the Ann Harper 1839 sampler. It includes charts for the Pin Drum and Pin Cushions, as well as full instructions for constructing the Pin Drum. Pin Drum Stitch Count 270w X 105h. The model was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 36ct Desert Taipan Linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads.
Dreaming of Daisies is an original sampler. Stitch Count 215w X 159h. The sampler was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40 Count Saltbush linen, using Colour and Cotton threads not listed (Coal, Chestnuts Roasting, Snowflake, Tree Lot, Tulle, Witches Brew, Bobbins, Tadpole). DMC alternatives provided.
Where There Are Bees There Are Flowers is an original sampler, combining Karen's love of big houses and bees. Stitch count 235w X 238h. The sampler was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40 count Saltbush linen, using Colour and Cotton threads not listed (Bumblebee, Coal, Chestnuts Roasting, Iron,... Read more
Continuing our insect series, They Come at Night celebrates Lunar Moths. Stitch Count 185w X 185h. The model was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40ct Black Swan linen using DMC threads.
Pattern is stitched on 40 count Black Swan linen ( suggested fabric listed) using DMC threads. Stitch count is 185 x 185.
Our companion piece for They Come at Night is Queen of the Night. Stitch count 77w X 95h. The model was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40ct Black Swan linen using DMC and Kreinik thread.
Model stitched on 28ct Ivory Jobelan by Wichelt Imports - 1/4 yard (18" X 26"). Requires 9 colors of Sulky Petite Blendables, 5 colors of Mill Hill Beads, and 1 color of Sullivans Floss. Stitch Count: 248w X 148h
This pattern from Hands On Designs is the first part of a 4 part series of seasonal thoughts. The design says "Gather Blessings" and features a house, a flower, and a buzzing bee!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 65x42.
It's a busy time at the North Pole. Frosty friends, big and small, do their best to help with gifts, decor, and more!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct Winter Brew linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss. The stitch count for this wonderful stitch is 69w x 70h. Approximate finished size is 4.37 x 4.37 inches.
The Remember Me Tree was designed for the Delaware Valley Historic Sampler Guild and thus features a collection of animals and traditional sampler motifs from the Delaware area. I loved the tree design so much I created a sampler to accompany it for the general release!
Spring House is stitched on two different color pieces of linen and framed together as one. If you choose to do the same it is imperative that you choose the same count fabric for both. Alternatively, the entire piece could be stitched on a single piece of fabric.
Two patterns are included in this chart pack. Both pillows are trimmed in "Rainy" Lady Dot Creates chenille trim. This piece was originally offered as a Hello From Liz Mathews membership exclusive and is now a general release.
Pink Fabric: 36 count "Sanguine" linen from... Read more
Just in time for summer flowers...say hello to Garden Sass! I've pretty much used all my favorite colors in this piece. There are a few different elements going on here. Of course, the sassy little basket of flowers takes center stage. But the little row of Quaker-inspired motifs down the right... Read more
This design is a companion to my fall release, "Troublemakers". It's hard to get too angry at these rascally rabbits, because they're so darned cute.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Country French Cafe Mocha" with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 61 w x 59 h. Trim: "Jack" ric rac by Lady Dot Creates
Cross stitch pattern from Petal Pusher featuring an adorable coastal fairy village!
Pattern is stitched on "Summer Khaki" linen by Zweigart, 32 count using DMC floss. Stitch count is 76 x 44. Trim is "Ocala Blue" pom pom by Lady Dot Creates.
Cross stitch pattern from Petal Pusher featuring an adorable coastal fairy village!
Pattern is stitched on "Country French Cafe Mocha" linen by Wichelt, 32 count, using DMC floss. Stitch count is 61w x 56h. Finishing board is "The Remy" by Scarlet Sky Designs. Using DMC threads. Stitch count is 61 x 56.
Foxglove House is house 4 of 9 of my The Houses on Wisteria Lane Series.
Foxglove House is stitched on 36 count Faun by Picture this Plus, suggested fabric listed, using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 97 x 87 and the finished size is 5.39"... Read more
Sampler House is house 5 of 9 of my The Houses on Wisteria Lane Series.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Faun by Picture this Plus, fabric suggestion is listed, using one strand of floss over two linen Weeks Dye works, Gentle Art and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 97 x 87 and... Read more
Home is stitched on 36 count Almond Milk by Grace Notes Fabrics, fabric suggestion listed, using Weeks dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic colorworks threads. Stitch count is 131w x 87h and the finished size is 7.28" x 4.83".