Madame la Fee's delightful design, Le Chalet Sous la Neige, has a stitch count of 192 x 198. The model stitch was stitched on a 32-count natural linen. Madame la Fee has suggestions for stitching on Aida. Choose a Cafe crme, a light beige, off-white-peach color with yellow undertones, or a modern, light brown coffee-toned white.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring a boy and girl enjoying a day in the country with birds, flowers, and a picnic!
The model was stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. The stitch count is 191x190. The finished size on a 32 Ct. fabric would be about 12" x 12".
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring chestnuts and the saying "Les Marrons - Petits Tresors d' Autumne" ("The Chestnuts - Little Autumn Treasures").
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Nature de Fil linen; Fabric listed as suggestion, using DMC Floss threads. Stitch count is 203 X 196.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee that says "Jardin Secret (Secret Garden)" and features flowers, a France postmark, Teapot with teacup, lamp, heart, and books.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 196 x 185. Finished size is 12.25" x 11.56".
Cross stitch pattern from Marjorie Massey featuring lovely country hearts!
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. DMC 150 could also be used instead of 304. Stitch counts are 105 x 165 and 158 x 139.
Cross stitch pattern from Marjorie Massey featuring lovely winter sampler!
Patterns are stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC threads (DMC 498 and 309 can be substituted for 815 and 934). Stitch counts are 128 x 170, 91 x 91, and 104 x 113.
Cross stitch pattern from Marjorie Massey featuring lovely winter sampler!
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. DMC 815 and 934 could also be used instead. Stitch count is 95 x 139, 91 x 91, and 101 x113.
Cross stitch pattern from Marjorie Massey featuring lovely prairie sampler!
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC threads (Can substitute DMC 823 and 820 for 814 and 815). Stitch counts are 171 x 171 and 127 x 127.
Adapted from a sweet antique sampler in my collection, "On Kindness" is a quick stitch, perfect to celebrate a friendship. The border includes forget-me-nots for rememberance and anemones for gratitude.
Model stitched 1 over 2 on 32-count "Platinum" by Zweigart, using 5... Read more
A set of 2 antique reproductions and 2 original designs, based on tiny antique fragments sourced from Pennsylvania by an unnamed stitcher. This set is designed to honor her and all unnamed stitchers.
Models stitched on 32-count 'Russian Caramel' by Number12StitchCo (a very warm neutral -... Read more
This stunning French sampler contains some of the most beautiful alphabets I've come across, and can be stitched as a whole, or used for reference to personalize your own stitching. 'Joyeux Noel' was inspired by the antique, showing how you can use elements of the design for smalls.
The first in my seasonal series, designed for stitchers to pop into the same standard 6 x 8" frame. Model stitched 2 over 2 on 32-count "Soft Ivory" by Zweigart using the Spring Stitcher's Palette by Cottage Garden Threads Bookshelf Edit. Colours: JK17 Austen, JK21 Parfum, JK22 Foxing,... Read more
The second in my seasonal series, designed for stitchers to pop into the same standard 6 x 8" frame. Model stitched 2 over 2 on 32-count "Soft Ivory" by Zweigart using the Summer Stitcher's Palette by Cottage Garden Threads Bookshelf Edit. Colours: JK16 Mercator, JK12 Conservatory, JK09... Read more
The fourth in my seasonal series, designed for stitchers to pop into the same standard 6 x 8" frame. Model stitched 2 over 2 on 32-count "Soft Ivory" by Zweigart using the Winter Stitcher's Palette by Cottage Garden Threads Bookshelf Edit. Colours: JK20 Scandalous, JK11 Chamomile Tea,... Read more
Previously a very limited Cottage Garden Threads exclusive, this design features a quote from Zelda Fitzgerald - wife of F Scott Fitzgerald and a writer in her own right. It was created for the 'Hearts for Pam' project and features the joint threadpack used by all the designers who contributed.... Read more
Note from the designer: Did you know that the collective noun for a group of hummingbirds is a 'charm'? I've created this original design to celebrate these beautiful birds, and provide full finishing instructions and templates for my new favourite finish - the Georgian Pinwheel. This is... Read more
I just love a monochrome stitch! Easy to customize to a wide array of color choices, this piece was a dream to stitch. The colors I've chosen reproduce the original, but stitchers could stitch the design in color on a neutral background, or in a neutral color on a different, highly-colored... Read more
In the middle of a cold Winter and longing for a sunshiny day under the apple blossom, I designed this piece to remind me of happier days ahead. I'm not naturally an optimist, so this quotation by Martin Luther spoke to me - a good reminder of the power of our everyday, small choices to better the... Read more
My version of a witchy garden, this design is a quick stitch for Halloween. I designed it to showcase the beautiful Cottage Garden Threads Mary Shelley' Stitcher's Palette - a coordinated set of flosses perfect for the season. However, this design takes on a completely different look if you use any... Read more
Decorating the tree has always been one of my favorite Christmas moments - pulling out ornaments that remind me of long-ago holidays, and of cherished family members and friends. I hope this little piece brings you some Christmas cheer and happy memories too.
This lovely - quite late - antique English sampler is so pleasing with its symmetry and familiar motifs. I particularly loved recreating the look of pink bricks, making each look different through the use of softly variegated thread. The original stitcher's initials are the same as two of my... Read more
When asked to do an Autumn-themed design for Homespun Australia, I immediately thought of the cool breezes of the season, and of beautiful autumn leaves spinning in the air. I added some running hares enjoying the day and a grand tree with changing colors standing tall above. I hope stitching this... Read more
As "In the library" has been one of my bestsellers, I'm thrilled to continue the series with this celebration of gardeners, green thumbs and plant parents.
Model stitched on 37-count "Wild Honey" by Legacy Linen (stitchers can use the same fabric they used for "In... Read more
C is for Chateau, D is for Dodo: Alphabet Blocks series
I've had so many requests to return to my alphabet blocks series, that I'm committed to completing the alphabet by the end of of 2026. In the C and D blocks, stitchers get to stitch a dodo, a camel, a chateau, a drum and lots... Read more
Previously an exclusive for Expo some years ago, I've had so many requests to re-release this little pin-pillow featuring a quote from French writer Collette. It's also very easy to customise to your cat's colour.
Model stitched on 37-ct "Corn Tassel" by Legacy Linen... Read more
This brand-new design is perfect for those who love traditional Christmas designs. It's also very easy to customise the colour palette, as it only features 3 colours. I'd love to see it stitched in a darker palette on a neutral fabric, or in blues, for those who love a blue decor for... Read more