What could possibly be sweeter than a BIG CAKE to celebrate America's 250th birthday this year? Complete with 250 candles! (Yes, the candles are "lit" with Colonial knots!) This is a fun patriotic stitch that can be displayed for decades to come.
Let us rejoice and be glad in it! I bet you'll be singing this song all day I love the colors in this simple spring-inspired design with a slightly retro feel.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Antique White Jobelan with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 80 x 64 and the finished size is 5" x 4".
This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.
The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more
What could be more welcoming come spring than a little spray of colorful flowers? This cross stitch design is based on a 19th century Berlin work pattern found in a museum archives and is finished using a hoop frame.
Model stitched on 32 count Cafe Mocha Country French Linen using 2 DMC... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a lovely geometric floral design!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using Weeks Dye Works, The Gentle Arts and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 103 x 147. Finished size is 6.5" x 9.25".
These crackers are a perfect addition to your July 4th and Semiquincentennial decor. Great as bowl fillers or sitting on a shelf
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Cream linen using Weeks Dye Works threads and Rainbow Gallery Treasure Braid Petites. The stitch count is 123 x 32 with a finished... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Little House Needleworks featuring a lovely country store in winter!
Stitched on 30 count Pecan Shortbread linen with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. The stitch count is 84 x 50 and the finished size is approximately 5 1/2" x 3 1/2".
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring a line of quilting stars and flying geese!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Light Khaki linen by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 145 x 21 and the finished size is 8" x 1.17".
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring three geese in spring showers with tulips.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). Stitch counts is 156 x 83. Finished size is 11" x 6".
"Robin Birdwell" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Another of my little folks, bringing you the sweetness of Springtime! Little Robin Birdwell is babysitting his younger brother while his mother is out catching worms for the family, such a good big brother he is!!!
"Parson Brown" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. "In the meadow we can build a snowman" reads the stitched verse above my cute little snow guy.
Stitched on 18 Ct Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 126 x 90. Finished size is approx. 7" x 5".
Cross stitch pattern from Primrose Cottage Stitches featuring a fall sampler with sunflowers, corn, squirrels, pumpkins and much more!
Stitched on 27 ct. light taupe with two threads over two using Color and Cotton floss (DMC conversion included) Stitch Count: 117 x 70 and the finished size is 8 5/8" x 5 1/8.
Just in time for some fun Fall stitching: Halloween Saltbox! This design combines tradition with a bit of whimsy to create a spooky project that will add some charm to your Halloween decor. It stitches up quickly and easily, so you'll have plenty of time to finish it by the time spooky season... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Stitches By Ethel featuring a curious kitty playing with the Halloween moon!
Model stitched on 28 count fabric using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count: 67 x 80. Model fabric color is similar to DMC 02. Finished size is 4.79 in wide X 5.71 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring a booklet of 8 Halloween designs, ornament finishing instructions included!
Pattern is stitched on 32ct Lugana in "Vintage Stormy Night" by Zweigart, 28ct Lugana in "Springfield Sage" by Zweigart, and 28ct Linen in... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring an adorable Thanksgiving inspired pattern with a mouse ready to eat some delicious pumpkin pie.
Pattern is stitched on 28ct Lugana in "Mushroom" by Zweigart with Weeks Dye Works Floss (includes DMC conversion). Stitch count is 59 x 59 with a finished size of 4.21" x 4.21".
Inspired by the Norse goddess of love and war, Freya is a valiant mermaid heralding from the depths of the sea. Set on a velvet black tail, her jewels shine whenever struck with light. She is usually caught riding a luminous white seahorse, rushing like a rare comet in the dark vastness of night.
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Donna Sue Groves, of Adams County, Ohio, is credited with the popularity of the modern barn quilt movement. The originator of the first documented barn quilt trail, Donna Sue painted a quilt to honor her mother and her mother's love of quilting. The quilt and the barn featured on Quilted Frill are a... Read more
Cross Stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring the word "Boo" surrounded by Halloween spookies!
Stitched on 18 ct Aida with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss using 2 strands of floss. Stitch count is 153 x 39 with a finished size of 6.56" x 3.5". Also recommends... Read more
The July Cat cross stitch design is part of the Cat Tales Collection by Happiness Is Heartmade. This month's design has a patriotic Cat celebrating Independence Day, surrounded by fireworks, stars, hearts, and flowers. A bell hangs from its tail, and the American flag flies overhead. (There is... Read more
Hi There! Our Summer issue is filled with 22 fabulous seasonal projects. Punch Needle & Primitive Stitcher Magazine is the first needlework publication dedicated to those stitchers who are avid cross stitch and punch needle enthusiasts. Designs are in the primitive, folk, and whimsical styles.
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Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a lovely patriotic sampler with the phrase "This land was made for me and you"!
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 125 x 101. Finished size is 6.25" x 5".
Risen by Teresa Kogut features a single chart in a full color 8.5" x 11" booklet. Part of her Faith in Stitches series, this pattern features one of the closing prayers when reciting the Divine Mercy Chaplet.
"Eternal God in whom mercy is endless and the treasury of compassion... Read more
After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!
Pretend you are looking through a spyglass & what you see is this gem of a beach setup - looks like the perfect day to me! This fun summertime pattern by Hands on Designs features a perfect tropical beach scene with lounge chairs and palm trees.
The models were stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 69 x 67. Finished size is 4.31" x 4.19".
Cross stitch pattern from The Woolly Ewe featuring a saltbox April 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".
The Summer Meadow Sampler is bursting with flowers, bugs and birds - all of the beautiful bits of nature one can find in a summer meadow. Stitched on a "dirt-colored" fabric, this sampler will bring these beautiful parts of nature into your home.
The Cat Mom cross stitch design is part of the Cat Tales Collection by Happiness Is HeartMade. This love-filled design has Cat surrounded by flowers, hearts, and a butterfly.
Pattern is stitched on Zweigart Rustico or Charles Craft Fiddlers Cloth in Oatmeal, in 16 or 14 count. Stitch count... Read more
This sampler design features a red brick house, and orchard, and several ducks.
Stitched on 32 count fabric using DMC, Weeks, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Art threads. Stitch Count: 205W x 196H. Finished size is 13 x 12.25 for 32 count fabric.
Summer wouldn't be complete without a patriotic celebration! This festive row honors the 250th anniversary of the United States with a design that is both timely and collectible. A must-have seasonal piece you will be excited to stitch.
The pattern stitched on 32 ct. Lugana with DMC floss. The stitch count is 254 x 67 with a finished size of 15.88" x 4.19".
Cross stitch pattern from Tralala featuring a rabbit collecting spring carrots and flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 16 aida of your choice using DMC, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 86 x 83. Finished size is 5.38" x 5.19".
Cross stitch pattern from Bent Creek featuring a turtle carrying adorable spring daisies!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Light Mocha using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 31 x 50. Finished size is 1.94" x 3.13".
Note from the designer: Three sweet berries inspired by sampler elements from my collection, we often hear the morning dove, goldfinch, and/or nightingale or owl from morning into the night. Previously a club exclusive now available for general release, the design and color palette are classic,... Read more
Featuring two cute little designs show finished as pincushions. On has a tomato pincushion and says "Stitch", the other has scissors, thread, and says "Maker."
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Milk and Honey using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 31 x 38 and 36 x 31. Finished sizes are 1.7" x 2.1" and 2" x 1.7".
Inspired by my love of libraries, this design features an open book that is sprouting flowers and mushrooms with birds and a butterfly floating above. It reads: "the very existence of libraries affords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of humanity".
This Primitive Hare design features a fairy proudly holding a large flag. The model was stitched on 30 Ct. McLeod Fairy Flag linen. Stitch count is 152 x 152. Finished size is 10.13" x 10.13".
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring the phrase "Needle and floss, scissors and spools, these are a stitcher's favorite tools"!
Pattern is stitched on Edinburgh Linen Country Mocha using DMC floss. Stitch count is 131w x 114h. Finished size is 7.28 in wide X 6.33 in high.
This is Part 1 of the Fragments in Time 2025 Halloween series and features a haunted mansion.
The stitch count for each design is 51W x 51H. Stitched with the border pattern (available at www.summerhousestitcheworkes.com), the stitch count is 127W x127H. The models were stitched over 2... Read more
This sweet little Series is an addition to my Animal Crackers Series.
Stacy Nash's Animal Cracker series featuring a giraffe who's ready to party!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 46 x 71 and 57 x 37 (hat). Finished sizes are 3" x 4.5" and 2.5" x 1.75 (Hat).
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring a woman with the phrase "My heart is fed with needle and thread"!
Pattern is stitched on 40 Ct Linen using Classic Colorworks, DMC, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 144 x 144. Finished size is 7.2" x 7.2".