Peacock Mandala is the first in a series of themed mandala designs. These are just as detailed and intricate as my larger designs, but with a smaller finished size for those who don't like big projects. I fell in love with these colours while stitching it, they're just so bright, vibrant and fun!
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Our companion piece for They Come at Night is Queen of the Night. Stitch count 77w X 95h. The model was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40ct Black Swan linen using DMC and Kreinik thread. Finished size is 3.85" x 4.75".
Stitched on 32 Ct. Country French Cafe Mocha Linen with DMC floss, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 80W x 194H. Design Size: 5" x 13".
Note: There is not DMC conversion listed for Classic Color Works Stem.
I'm always inspired by designs with large areas of solid stitching and spent some time trying to figure out a way to use those areas in a new way. I had the idea of cookie cutters and how fun it would be to "cut out" cookie cutter shapes of solidly stitched areas of some of my older... Read more
This detailed botanical design is filled with intricate details like a nest, dainty wildflowers such as bleeding hearts and pansies, against a dramatic black canvas Elegant and classic, this looks great finished in a frame or on a decorative pillow!
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Black Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count Stitch count 166 X 165. Finished size is 11 3/4" X 11 3/4".
This unique, elegant and sophisticated white counted cross stitch features Santa visiting his woodland friends in the north in a winter wonderland. This beautiful stocking is done in soft blues, whites and reds. A wintery stocking for a baby's first Christmas or anyone who appreciates the special... Read more
Japanese "stroll gardens" are extraordinary spaces where, just sauntering along following a carefully constructed path, the wayfarer can discover arresting scenery, unexpected changes of direction and delightful surprises hidden along the way.
Cross stitch pattern from Long Dog Samplers featuring the phrase "Drink to me only with thine eyes and I will pledge with mine or leave a kiss within the cup and I'll not ask for wine"!
Pattern is stitched on the fabric with the floss of your choice! Stitch count is 227 x 190. 13,914 cross stitches and 2,747 back stitches.
This pattern from La D D features a reproduction sampler with a large white house, flowers, birds and "Mary Collier, her work in the 9th year of her age, the year 1814."
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Spiced Honey from Color and Cotton. Stitch count is 222 x 268.
Cross stitch pattern from Luminous Fiber Arts featuring a Halloween pumpkin carriage!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Soft Pumpkin Linen by Luminous Fiber Arts or 32 ct Carrot from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks. Licorice Rick Rack from Lady Dot Creates used to finish. Stitch Count: 53H x 95W
I loved this classic fall design so much that I asked my model stitcher to stitch it in two different colors! The front cover photo (above) is the model in rust using Belle Soie Silk Floss, while the back cover model (below) is a deep dark chocolate color using Threadworx.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count linen Stitch Count: 70H x 69W.
I just love the mix of gothic and party colors in this beautiful bird!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Silver Lining linen by Seraphim Fabrics; suggested fabric listed using Threadworx and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 83W x 89H
Fifth in the Air Mail series, welcome the gorgeous Ocellated Turkey! What a show-stopper! I could hardly believe this blue turkey was real, and then couldn't chart him fast enough. The Ocellated Turkey can be found in the Yucatan peninsula, as well as Belize and Guatemala.
This little cheery fellow had to be the December bird! I love his jaunty little pose! He's so adorable with his slightly blue back and his bright red face. To seal the deal, he was sitting on some pine boughs!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Baby's Breath linen by Seraphim Fabrics using Threadworx and DMC floss. Stitch Count is 87 X 82
This includes the pattern for the main piece and the banner.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Lugana in Light Taupe and 28 count Black Perforated Paper in Black, listed is Midnight Black Perforated Paper 14 count, using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count for Main Piece 107 x 143, each letter for the banner 7 x 12.
Model stitched over 2 on 28ct Charles craft evenweave in Antique White/Cream (comparable to 14-count Aida) using DMC threads. Stitch Count: 71W x 71H each. Design Area: 5" x 5" (14-count) or 4.4" x 4.4" (16-count)
Model stitched on 40 count "Flagstone" linen from Lakeside linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. The model is trimmed with "Robin's Egg" chenille an backed with "Blue Corn" velveteen from Lady Dot Creates. Stitch Count: 209W x 66H.
I fell in love with the unique border on this diminutive antique sampler the moment I saw it. I've modified the border from the antique to bring what I loved most about it - the subtle gradation of greens - into greater... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Country Cottage Needleworks featuring the next installment in the Big City Christmas series with a beautiful music hall complete with dancers!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Lambswool using Classic Colorworks with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 59w x 72h
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a home with the phrase "Let all you do be done in love"!
Pattern is stitched on 36 Count Legacy Linen by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Threads, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC floss. Stitch count: 95w x 128h.
Cross stitch pattern from Homespun Elegance Ltd featuring a sampler for Mother's day that says "Mother, true, kind"!
Model stitched on 30 count Parchment over two using Weeks Dye Works threads. Sampler is attached to a separate stitched border on 30 count Cocoa by Weeks Dye Works.... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Stoney Creek Collection featuring a cozy looking gnome home!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Antique White Cashel using DMC, Creeks Colours (Stone Quarry), and Stoney Creek buttons (SB170RSS). Stitch count is 93w x 63h.
DMC option is given as Creek colors are not listed along with Stoney Creek buttons.
Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring three berries with the alphabet!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Affogato from Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works floss with Weeks Dye Wools and Lady Dot Creates for finishing. Stitch count is 127 x 72.
Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring Patchwork quilt blocks and the alphabet combine for a fabulous sampler in a five-part series. This is part 2.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vanilla Bean linen from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 263 x 223.