"When it rains, look for rainbows. When it's dark, look for stars"
...but when the sun is out, don't sit there scrolling endlessly through cross stitch charts, go and have some fun. Stitching can wait. However, should you happen to find yourself stuck indoors for any reason,... Read more
Wave sets are groups of up to ten large waves that seem to rise out of nowhere and then disappear just as quickly. They're the best surfing waves around.
The legendary seventh wave was said to be the biggest and best of the bunch, and the one that always comes the farthest up the beach.... Read more
Cross Stitch pattern from My Big Toe Designs featuring the bible verse "A Friend Loves at All Times. Proverbs 17:17"!
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct. Country French Cafe Mocha linen with The Gentle Arts thread. Stitch Count: 86w x 58h. Finished size is 6.14 in wide X 4.14... Read more
"Christmastime Is Here' is a nice all-in-red accent piece for your holiday decorating. Pattern includes a short and long version!
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct tea-dyed Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count for long is 209w x 37h. Finished size is 13.1" x 2.3". Stitch count for short is 120 x 52. Finished size is 7.5" x 3.25".
Cross stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs featuring a sampler with the phrase "Halloween Greeting"! This is a reprint.
Stitched on 30 count 18th Century Sea Glass by R&R Reproductions using weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art threads. Stitch count is 115 x 83 for Sampler, 70 x 44 for Pincushion, and 75 x 48 for Pumpkin Pincushion.
Take a walk around the Home Town Neighborhood and don't forget to stop and look at the Topiary House designed by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet! An enchanting French Victorian topped with a widow's walk stands between topiary trees in lattice work pots. A quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson on top of a row... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Hello From Liz Mathews featuring the Christmas phrase "We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year"!
Models are stitched on 36 count Cappuccino using Needlepoint silk threads. Stitch counts are 266 x 153 and 67 x 67. Finished Size is 12.5 x 8.5 and 3.625 x 3.625
"Sometimes you will never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory." the disembodied voice of Dr Seuss whispered in Jack's big floppy ear. "Mark my words little bunny... they are important!" To be continued...
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. Stitch count: 294 x 335.
Cross stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs featuring a sampler with the phrase "The ornament of a house is the friends who frequent it"! This is a reprint.
Modeled stitched over two threads on 30 count Espresso by R&R Reproductions using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 89w x 120h. Finished size: 6" x 8".
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring Marley from A Christmas Carol with the phrase "Marley was dead to begin with"
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Old Salem using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Kreinik threads. Stitch count is 105 x 91. Finished size is 7" x 6.07".
This was a fun Thanskgiving-inspired piece to design, as it combined a little patriotism and the reminder to be grateful for our country and God's blessings on her. The verse reads "I give to this beloved land my grateful heart and willing hand."
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring Santa Claus at a Christmas tree farm with the phrase "St. Nick's tree farm"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 98 x 124. Finished size approx 7" x 8.9".
Cross stitch pattern from Little House Needleworks featuring a sampler with a peaceful phrase. "I rest the deer within the wood, drawn by its silent call, far from the throbbing crowd of men, on nature's breast I fall. My couch is sweet with blossoms fair, a bed of fragrant dreams, and soft from... Read more
Model was stitched on 32ct "Oatmeal" linen from Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 75 x 112.
Get ready to make yourself at home with the Home Town Neighborhood pattern series designed by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet Co. Stitch these charming houses with love to show that home really is where the heart is at. And with 12 houses , the arrangement possibilities are endless. There's no place... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Jean Farish Needleworks featuring a dolphin and egret with the phrase "I search the constellations for the tiny grains of sand. Where the song of the ocean meets the salty piece of land"
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using either DMC or Cosmo threads! Stitch Count: 119 x 193.
Cross stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring patriotic pillow with summer sayings!
Patterns are stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC and Classic Colorworks threads.
Stitch Counts:
Flags: 59 x 49
Berries: 59 x 49
Bonfires: 63 x 49
Dandelions: 61 x 49
Cross stitch pattern from Serenita Di Campagna featuring a fox with the phrase "Follow your dreams"!
Patterns are stitched on 32 count Vintage Country Mocha and Soft Ivory using DMC threads. Stitch counts are 133 x 56, 49 x 49. Finished Sizes are 8.31 in wide X 3.5 in high, 3.06 in wide X 3.06 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Imaginating featuring gingerbread men taking a dip in some hot cocoa with the phrase "Tis the season for cookies and hot cocoa"!
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Smoketone Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count is 174w x 121h.
Note from designer: "I hope that you enjoy Proverbs 27:9 and think of your close friends. Perhaps it will become a gift, a summer accent to the home or a year-round reminder that within our stitching community you are never alone."
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct using DMC floss. Stitch count is 99 x 99.
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a sampler with the phrase "Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand as the first efforts of a youthful hand and as her fingers o'er the canvass move engage her tender heart to seek thy love with thy dear children may she have a part and write thy... Read more
For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. -Ephesians 2:10
How about a gigantic tulip to stitch while you rejoice in the beautiful spring season?! And a fun phrase to remind you to grow in grace wherever God has... Read more
Inspired by fond memories of holidays at my grandparents' home, where my precious Mimi always served delicious food in the dining room on a big table with a lace tablecloth. I hope this design brings back some fun and heartwarming thoughts of your own family gatherings from years gone by.