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
The original of this piece was stitched entirely in beads, on a fully-stitched red background! My adaptation softens the background, and makes the beauty of the design accessible for cross-stitchers.
This antique adaptation is stitched in full crosses over 2 only, using Gentle Arts, Weeks... 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
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
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
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
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 published in Homespun Australia Magazine, this little sugar glider is surrounded flowers. It was inspired by medieval manuscripts, with an Aussie twist.
Model stitched on 32-ct "Buttercream" by Whoopsie Daisy Designs (a warm neutral) using mostly Cottage Garden Threads... Read more
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"
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a lovely floral sampler with the phrase "O May this bounteous God through all out life he hear us, with ever joyful hearts and blessed peace to cheer us, to keep us in his grace and guide us when perplexed and free us from all ills in... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a Christmas reindeer with the phrase "Let your light shine"!
The model was stitched on 28 count linen. You will also need thread Gold Rush XS from Rainbow Gallery. Stitch count 166 x 153. Finished size is 11.86" x 10.93"
My Thanksgiving Turkey In a Basket sampler is versatile enough to be displayed all year round. How about in the kitchen or dining room? Make a pillow or frame it.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Legacy from Picture This Plus using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 108 x 99.
My bestselling Sweet Santa is wearing ice skates and is holding some festive candy canes. I stitched a dark complexion, but you can certainly use a substitute for a different skin tone. Pillow construction how-to's included. The matching "Sweet Mrs. Claus" is sold separately.
This whimsical Christmas Winter Angel can be framed or made into a little doll pillow. How To's to make the irregular shaped pillow included. Also included is a bonus redwork version with a little fox in the lower left of the design. A Miss Prim Bestseller.
My spooky Goode Witch Matilda pillow is an easy pattern that beginners will adore. Seasoned stitchers will like it because it's a quick stitch with ony two colors. How-to instructions for finishing the irregular-shaped pillow is included.
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Cocoa from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 95 x 145.
The woven design on my Heart In Hand tote bag was inspired by real antique paper cut outs. It is perfect to use as a gift bag for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Summer Wedding, Housewarming, or for an anytime hostess gift bag. Tote bag how-to's included, plus access to a helpful online... Read more
My easy cat and mouse cross stitch pillow pattern includes how-to instructions for sewing the irregular shaped pillow. CUSTOMIZE YOUR CAT PILLOW! I will give your tips on how to alter the cat chart to mimic the markings and colors of your own cat. Makes a purrrrfect gift for a Cat Mom or Cat Lady... Read more
This spooky rustic Dia De Los Muertos sugar skull is having a "big hair" day. And it's getting a bit buggy with the butterfly, spider and fly fluttering around. Can you see the spider dangling from the sugar skull's hair? Two designs - one for irregular pillow, (with pillow how-to's... Read more
Don't you wish you could attend the ball that this little lady is invited to? My sweet Halloween Bal Masque Lady is a nice airy pattern that beginners can finish up rather quickly. Irregular shaped pillow how-to's are included.
Model stitched on 27 ct Iced Cappuccino Linen using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 66w x 133h.
Bubbling skull tankards and poison mushroom swizzle sticks in a cool glass of green absinthe. We have everything for a perfect night out at Dead Man's Taverne, in Sleepy Hollow. Frame it or make a pillow! Pillow construction how to's included.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Sand by Picture... Read more
Don't you wish you could attend the ball that this guy is invited to? My vintage style Halloween Bal Masque Man cross stitch pattern was inspired by the classic movie "Amadeus," about Mozart. Irregular shaped pillow how-to's are included.
Model stitched on 28 ct Light Mocha Cashel using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 63w x 134h.
My Holly Jolly Santa is decking the halls with boughs of holly while singing a Christmas classic song. Doesn't he look great next to my "Sweet Santa? Change your floss color for the desired complexion color.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Vellum from Picture This Plus using Anchor,... Read more
Sweet Mrs. Claus is the companion to my Sweet Santa pillow. The clove-studded oranges can be changed to chocolate chip cookies by using tan floss instead of orange. Change the complexion floss color to whatever you like. She can also be called a Christmas Baker and would make a nice hostess gift!
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Lie back in your lounge chair and stitch up these beach-themed beauties. Includes a lobster, crab, and octopus (plus some bonus charts). They can be framed in a hoop or rectangular frame or stitched into mini pillows. (How-to's for framing in hoops not included. ) Largest size is Octopus at 74 x 67... Read more
Shameless Hussy is going Hawaiian! Hussies have to go on vacay, too, don't they? I made this doll to match my bestselling "Shameless Hussy" doll pillow. Don't they look cute together? I am calling her Island Girl because I think she would fit right in with your summer tiki beach... Read more
This primitive sampler with a funny modern theme that would be great for beginner stitchers, both kids and adults. -- Who's that flirting with Rudolph Reindeer? Mrs. Claus found an antique sampler in her attic that commemorates Rudolph's engagement. She let me borrow the sampler, so I updated it,... Read more
This easy to stitch Cicada On Witch Hand Pillow is for Halloween or to celebrate a special cicada appearance event. I made the hand green with a nice manicure to make it a Goode Witch for Halloween, but you can color the hand in a dusty peach, pink, chocolate or mocha instead. Extra lettering and... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from My Sister's Samplers featuring a sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 46 ct Winter Woolens by Seraphim Fabrics using Gloriana Silk with DMC conversion. Gloriana Silk not listed: Peach Mimosa and Tudor Silk Northern Lights. Stitch count is 267 x 370.
Cross stitch pattern from My Sister's Samplers featuring a sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Over the Moon from Colour and Cotton. Colour and Cotton threads not listed: Solstice, Spring Moss, Maize, Adobe(2), and Tusk(3). DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 211 x 228.
Cross stitch pattern from My Sister's Samplers featuring a sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 35 ct Dark Cappicciono from R&R Reproductions using Gloriana Silk threads (Swamp Grass). Stitch count is 179 x 185. If stitching on a lower count, two skeins of floss would be needed.
Patterns are stitched on 32 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Work floss with DMC conversions. Needle Case stitch count is 53 x 33 Finished Size 5.08 x 3.7. Scissor Case stitch count is 35 x 57 Finished Size is 2.2 x 3.54. Pincushion composed of four triangles with stitch counts 45 x 21 a base of 45 x 45, and a band of 180 x 18.
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring a spooky Halloween ghost town!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct. Trick or Treat precut linen by MTVDesigns using Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC Conversions. Stitch count is 75 x 67. Finished Size is 4.92 x 4.33
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring a beautiful box and pincushion. Finishing instructions are included.
Pattern is stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Light Sand linen by Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss and Mill Hill beads. Fabric Size: 17w x 26h. Finishing... Read more
Patriotic cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring stars, flowers and the American flag.
Stitched over two threads on 32 Count American Stars by MTV Designs using Gentle Arts Sampler and DMC Threads. Fabric Size: 17" x 26". Stitch Count: 55 x 74. Finished Size: 3.44" x 4.63".