While HFLM has been known for doing larger trees in the past, I thought it was a good time to make a smaller, ornament version for the holiday season. These quick stitches are perfect for gifting and adding some handmade love to your Christmas Tree. A step-by-step finishing tutorial is available on... Read more
I'm excited to introduce an extra-special design that will be released this December: Tudor-style House - a special addition to the "Fabulous House" series. Each design has a stitch count of 120w x 120h. Each part can be stitched individually or stitch in a group design. If the entire... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needle Arts featuring a large blackbird flying over a home and sunflowers!
Model stitched on 36 count Duxbury and winter Wren by Fox and Rabbit using The Gentle Art, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 217w x 243h. Finished size is 12.06 in wide X 13.5 in high.
The Christmas tree is likely one of the most recognizable symbols of the holiday season! This rendering is comprised of pattern bands/borders inspired by my collection of vintage pattern books. Primarily monochromatic, your options for fabric/floss combinations are plentiful. The framed piece... Read more
Did you know that collective nouns are also known as nouns of assembly? When combined with some spooky Halloween favorites, this is the result and there is a lot happening here! In addition to the large piece surrounded by the graveyard fencing, each of the seven bats, ghosts, and more can be... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery featuring the Christmas phrase "Go tell it on the mountain over the hills, everywhere"!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Winter Wren from Fox and Rabbit using DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works threeads. Stitch count is 126w x 88h. Finished size is 7" x 4.89".
There are two designs in this series and they remind me of clear glass ornaments used to decorate our Christmas trees. Petite white beads are used in the background for the snowflakes.
The model was stitched over one on 25 ct. Lugana (pictured on a 4" disc) with DMC threads. Stitch... Read more
At midnight, under a silvery moon, Merlin opens his starry eyes and starts to speak. Our newest owl has a flat seamed bottom and wire feet that help him perch on any flat surface. Stitch him on 32 CT Weeks Tin Roof Linen with a combination of DMC and Weeks overdyed floss, plus accents of silver... Read more
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Fall Sampling is the 3rd of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
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Make this cute whimsical summer design with a stack of books, flowers, mushrooms, a little house and bees.
Model was stitched over 2 on 28-ct Cashel Linen in "Ice Blue" by Zweigart. Stitch size is comparable to 14-ct Aida. Stitch Count: 83w x 105. Finished Size: 6" x 7.5" (14-count) or 5" x 6.5" (16-count).
Cross stitch pattern from Cuore E Batticuore featuring six people celebrating the 4th of July! Translation: Six Characters Looking for the 4th of July!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 60w x 90h.
Cross stitch book from Twin Peak Primitives full of fun critters to stitch!
Patterns are stitched on 32 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC threads.
Stitch counts:
Cat: 63 x 55
Dog: 71 x 72
Fox: 61 x 86
Horse: 77 x 68
Rabbit: 68 x 80
Racoon: 78 x 72
Rooster: 59 x 60
"That night, she changed into a gorgeous lady with a single wand swipe, filling the garden with glitter. From her torn clothing, Cinderella now has a star-like shine. Now she just needs to run to the ball so she can meet the prince. However, this is only the start of the tale. She needs to keep... Read more
This delightful chart is part of a nine-pattern series called Log Cabin Christmas. Each chart has a stitch count of 63 x 63. Finished size is 3.94" x 3.94". The model was stitched on 32-count Natural Rawl Linen Using Classic Color and DMC Floss. The stitch count is 195 x 195, with three stitches between the blocks to stitch the complete series.
The Country Cottage Ornaments - Pastel Collection consists of 12 designs that will be released consecutively for 12 months. The designs each have different stitch counts, and thus will be a variety of sizes. The fabric used for the models is Wichelt's 32 count Beautiful Beige Linen, but these... Read more
This design from Plum Street Samplers features a tall red barn with the word "Stars" on the side. A companion piece from Shakespeare's Peddler features "Stripes."
The model was stitched on 40 Ct. Graham Cracker linen by Graham Cracker Fabrics; suggested fabric listed, with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 110w x 110H.
This piece celebrates many of the pollination heroes in world. There are native bees, of course, as well as birds, insects and mammals who are doing the essential work of pollinating the natural world. So let's give a little appreciation to some of the many creatures who keep our world full of... Read more
Note from designer: Love is the third offering in my Birds of Color Series and this one focuses on the color red. What bird better represents the color red than the cardinal and his lovely female counterpart? As with other colors, the color red represents several different meanings including anger,... Read more
Stockings are stitched on 7 ct Sand Klostern using DMC threads and the stitch count for each is 101 x 67. Ornaments & Miniatures are stitched on 18 ct Putty Khaki Davos and their stitch counts are 61 x 65 and 25 x 25.
Cross stitch pattern from Primrose Cottage Stitches featuring an autumn quaker sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Mushroom using Colour and Cotton Pumpkin Pie thread (Colour and Cotton special edition, not available from 123Stitch). Stitch count is 81 x 79. Finished size on 28 ct is 5 7/8" x 5 3/4"
Cross stitch pattern from Lila's Studio featuring the Lord's Prayer.
The model was stitched with 1 thread of floss over 2 threads of fabric on 40 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with AVAS 100.3. DMC conversions are provided. Stitch Count: 238x296. Finished size: 12" x 14.8"
Cross stitch pattern from Shannon Christine Designs featuring nine colorful Easter eggs!
Model stitched on 14 ct. Aida using DMC thread. Stitch count is 75 x 87.
You can stitch each pattern individually or in one complete piece. Fabric used for the models is Chocolate Milk from Fabrics by Stephanie. Using flosses from Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC. Complimentary border available from Cottage Garden.
#9 stitch count: 175W x 100H.
Entire series stitch count: 528W x 378H
If you've caught the cross stitch craze and need help sorting through piles of cloth and floss, It's Sew Emma has the tool for you! The Cross Stitch Journal allows you to record every detail for every cross stitch project, such as pattern, designer, time spent and floss and cloth used.
Cross stitch pattern from Cottage Garden Samplings featuring a magnificent bald eagle perched on a branch!
Model stitched on 40 ct. Valor linen by Picture this Plus using Weeks Dye Works and DMC thread. Stitch count: 100w x 130h
Design your own family heirloom sampler using our basic chart and choose your own motifs from the selection we provide. Then decorate with your own personal "souvenirs" in the spaces provided. When completed you will have stitched a truly unique heirloom that will be treasured for... Read more
This design by Raise the Roof features a lovely pun of your usual Santa Claus pattern- a laundry line with all of Santa's personal effects and the text "Santa Clothes"!
Model stitched on 32ct White Opalescent Belfast Linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works thread. You will also need Just Another Button buttons.
Stitch count: 210w x 101h.