Note from the designer: From the outside, this is a traditional can of sardines, a tasty one, preserved in olive oil. The can is of the old fashioned sort, that needs a special metallic opener that rolls the top open (not a ring top), and it is indeed unsealed. Glimpse inside and, oh surprise,... Read more
Originally stitched on perforated paper, I've reproduced this darling little piece as a pin-pillow. While I can't identify "Mrs Patmor" directly (aside from Downton Abbey!), I'm sure she was loved, as the original stitcher clearly created this to honor her beautiful home.... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring a sampler with butterflies!
Pattern is stitched on an aged/stained, "vintage", neutral linen or evenweave using DMC, The Gentle Arts Sampler threads, The Gentle Arts Simply Shaker, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Woolly Ewe featuring a saltbox January design. This is one of 12 in the monthly Patchwork Saltbox series.
Model stitched on 32 Count Putty Linen from Weeks Dye Works using the Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 88 x 88. Finished size is 5.5" x 5.5".
Liberty Feather Tree is a darling summer time cross stitch pattern that is the fourth in the Feather Tree Series.
Pattern is stitched on stitched on stitched on 36 count linen using The Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 69w x 90h. Approximate Finish Size: 3.7" x 5.0".
The final installment in the series is here! After 4 years I am happy to have a conclusion to this happy Christmas series and hope you like the 12th day! 12 Drummers drumming is represented by a berry bowl full of drum silhouettes and a pair of birds bidding adieu to the series!
I found these sweet small frames at my local Michael's Store about a year ago and knew they needed samplers. I immediately posted a photo of them on Instagram encouraging stitchers to grab them up. I hope many of them did! In November I designed these sweet birth samplers and love how they look... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring the phrase "I was raised by a cuppa tea" or "I was raised by a cup of coffee"!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Gentle Art and DMC threads. Stitch Count: 86 x 66 (Coffee) and 75 x 79 (Tea). Finished sizes are 4.78 in wide X 3.67 in high and 4.17 in wide X 4.39 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Luhu Stitches featuring a sunny, Easter home in April!
Model is stitched on 28 count Country French Cafe Mocha Linen using DMC Floss and and occasional Gentle Arts or Week's Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 120 x 45. Finished size is 8.57" x 3.21".
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a floral sampler with the phrase "When peace like a river attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll, whatever my lot, thou has taught me to say it is well with my soul"!
The model was stitched on 36 count Legacy linen by Edinburgh. Stitch count: 312 x 268, Finished size: 17.28"x 14.72"
The newest design in the Faire series...Pear Faire!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Milk & Honey lugana by Fiber On a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 93 x 70. Finished size is 5.81" x 4.38".
The Shepherd's Year is a new series beginning with June & July. Sweet little sheep are enjoying the view of each month in the year under a green arbor and atop a little hill. The series will be released two at a time, the next being August & September.
What could be better than spending time in The Strawberry Patch? This is a small sampler celebrating the perfect strawberry.
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 77 x 66. Finished size is 4.81" x 4.13".
The final sampler in the Americana series is also the largest...Americana White. If you enjoyed Americana Red and Americana Blue, this one is for you! There are sewing and quilting motifs as well as lots of baskets and a church.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 281 x 217. Finished size is 15.61" x 12.06".
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely home at night surrounded by flowers!
Midnight Posies Pin Pillow is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads with the following floss: ThreadworX Night Garden Palette. Stitch count is 60w x 60h. Finished size is 3.33 in wide X 3.33 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring the phrase "I will trust in Him and not be afraid"!
The pattern is stitched on 40 count Cream and Sugar by Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 117 x 87. Finished size is 5 7/8" x 4 3/8"
Two "mean" dogs are featured in this design with the saying "Meanie Weenies."
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Hemingway by Needle & Flax with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 144W x 67H. Finished Size: 8"w x 3.72"h. Finished Size: 8"w x 3.72"h.
Cross stitch pattern from Annie Beez Folk Art featuring two snowmen trying to catch snowflakes!
The model is stitched on 36 count Vintage Country Mocha by Zweigart, using 2 strands of DMC cotton floss over 2 linen threads. Stitch count: 72 w X 72 h. Finished size is 4" x 4"