I ran across a quote by Thucydides recently that essentially said the secret to happiness is freedom and the secret to freedom is courage. It occurred to me that so much of our freedom rides on the back of the courage of others, which we all too often take for granted. And, in taking the courage of... Read more
This little sampler has a decidedly Halloween feel to it, but with a hopeful twist. (Because that's the way we roll here at Violet & Sunshine.)
The model was stitched on 40 count. Using the called for over-dyed cotton floss(Au Ver Soie 530 and 236 not listed.). The model is finished as... Read more
Cocoa quilt is Lindsey's next all new quilt inspired Christmas chart!! We are completely smitten with the small details in this chart! We love this blend of Christmas, quilting, and cocoa!!
This was stitched on 32 count Taupe using Color And Cotton with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 73 x 73. Finished size is 4.56 x 4.56.
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring nativity with the phrase "He is born"!
The pattern is stitched on 36 count linen using The Gentle Art, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss with one DMC floss. Stitch Count: 91 x 60. Finished size is 5" x 3 3/8"
A MISCELLANY: A Collection of Seventeenth Century Canvas work Elements from the Natural World
The subjects in this needlework design are taken from a seventeenth century canvas work, formerly in the collection of The Scarlet Letter, consisting of nine panels stitched primarily in shades... Read more
Imagine a community where the neighbors like living close to the folks next door. A town where turkeys are treated like nobility and are allowed to roam. They perch on rooftops and dance freely in the streets. The gentle breezes blow through the plentiful wheat fields. A sign proclaims... Read more
Someone has been shopping! A festive red car topped with gifts sits outside a darling house with a candy striped roof. This scene fits perfectly into Christmas tiny town stitching. You can also stitch a frill separately and add it to a holiday vignette!
The Monthly Mini Village series consists of 12 designs that will be released consecutively for 12 months. Each chart has a stitch count of 125w x 45h. Finished size is 7.81" x 2.81". These are monthly samplers that are not intended to be stitched as one large piece, therefore I will not be... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needle Arts featuring various squirrels going after acorns!
Model stitched on 36 count Dust Bunny by Fox and Rabbit using The Gentle Art, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss.
Stitch counts and finished sizes:
Squirrel... Read more
This pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart features a row of shops including an ice cream store, bookstore, keepsakes shop, cafe, and flower store. Comes with embellishments.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Shrekie's Tan linen from Needle Bling with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 176W x30H.
Stitch the corresponding tiny town to complete the look!
Julia Rachel De La Mare, 1849, A Fuersney, Channel Island Sampler.
The Antique: This lovely vibrant sampler is in the style common to the time called Berlin Woolwork, named such after the printed patterns originating from Berlin where individual motifs such as florals, birds, the center... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring a row of harvest-themed houses!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Vintage Country Mocha using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 176 x 30. Finished size is 11" x 1.88".... Read more
Limited Edition Kit #1 in Nora Corbett's Fairy Holiday Collection - NOW CHART ONLY. The Fairy elf is cute as a snowflake and sweet as a candy cane. She wears a coat of red velvet and snowy fur with pearl studded black patent boots. Stitched on 32 count Natural Linen, using Classic Colorworks threads, Kreinik braid, Rainbow Gallery Wisper thread, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count: 88x115
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a sweet gardening vegetable design with the phrase "Home Grown Tomatoes". This pattern is part of the "Simple Samplers" series. These smalls are intended to be grouped together in a dough bowl or display.
Snowflakes are falling, a roaring fire is probably burning inside whilst the lights on outside Christmas trees gently twinkle in the night This small Cozy Christmas Cottage is just the perfect design to get you into the Christmas spirit! This monochromatic design features only full crosses and can... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring a row of houses on the beach!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct.Natural Brown Undyed linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 176w x 30H. Finished size: 11" x 1.87".... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cottage Garden Samplings featuring the 12th year in the woods pattern, The Reindeer!
Pattern is stitched on 40 count Mirage linen from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works and The Gentle Arts floss with DMC. Stitch count is 100w x 130h. Finished size is 5" x 6.5".
This design by Heart in Hand Needle Art features a teeny tiny Santa with a teeny tiny Christmas tree! A brass star pendant tops the little tree for a lovely finishing touch.
Model stitched on 32ct Clay Belfast Linen using Anchor, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 74w x 71h.
"Little Valentino" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Another sweet "Little" for you to stitch up for the Winter months to come. what a cutie! {But watch out, he will get you with that amorous arrow if you're not careful}
Model stitched over 2 threads on a 56 Ct. Velum linen by Foxglove and Lace Linens with Au Ver a Soie, Soie 100.3. Stitch Count: 87x257. Finished size over 2 on 56 Ct. linen is 3.11" x 9.18".
This sampler design features a gardener watering her tomato vine, surrounded by all the letters of the alphabet.
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 129W x 109H. Finished Size: 7.17w x 6.06h.
Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. Models stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Lambswool using DMC floss. Stitch Count for each: 41H x 36W. Design Size: 2 5/8" x 2 1/4" Book #166
This is a reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. Models stitched two over one on 18 Ct. Putty Khaki Davos using DMC floss. Stitch count is 47H x 36W. Design size is 2 5/8" x 2"
This patriotic cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo features a beautiful basket of flowers with American flags and an eagle. Includes the pattern for a pincushion and scissor fob!
Model stitched on 35 count natural linen using DMC floss. The pincushion stitch count is 89 x 89 with a... Read more
This is the first pattern of 9 to be released once a month until complete. Model stitched on 36 Ct. Wren by Picture this Plus over two using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 91x91. Design Size: 6" x 6"
Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. Model may be stitched on 14-18 Ct. Khaki Aida or 18 Ct. Khaki Davos. Stitched using DMC floss and stitch count 54x45 for each.
Part 4 of a 4 part series. Model, by itself, is stitched on a 28 Ct. Amber linen with Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 61W x 75H. Comes with tiny white buttons. If stitching the entire series as one piece, stitch count is 275W x 99H and recommended fabric is 28 ct. Amber linen. See LizzieKate.com for the free border and instructions.
"You will never have this day with your children again. Tomorrow they'll be a little older than today. This day is a gift. Just breathe, notice, pay attention. Enjoy today. It will be over before you know it." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool Linen with Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 110W x 140H.
Part 11 in the 12 part Jingles series. Can be stitched as single ornaments or put together as one large sampler. Individual model stitched on 30 Ct. Natural linen or (30 Count Portobello Linen) with Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 30W x 54H. Comes with a tiny button. If stitching all 12 designs... Read more
"My To Do List for Today - count my blessings, practice kindness, let go of what I can't control, listen to my heart, be productive yet calm, just breathe." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool Linen with Weeks Dye Works Floss. Stitch Count: 87W x 112H.
This pattern book by Twin Peak Primitives contains eight different vintage Christmas designs. Perfect to add to your holiday pillow collection!
Stitched on 32 count fabric; either 32 count Vintage Country Mocha or 32 count Straw from Weeks Dye Works. Stitch counts are listed and vary. Finished size vary.
"Listen for Reindeer" and "Hang Mistletoe" are the ninth and tenth of twelve designs from the Christmas Rules Series. Model stitched on 28 count Summer Khaki Cashel Linen with Classic Color Works and Weeks Dye Works. Buttons included. Stitch Count: 85W x 35H.