Note from the designer: "I grew up in a house that was cozily situated in the midst of lots of trees. I would spend many happy hours "in the forest" - exploring, walking, and just enjoying nature. When I moved out and got married, we built a house on a treeless plot of land, and one day... 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.
I especially love several specific things about this one: the beautiful verse from Deuteronomy (Thank You, Lord for your many blessings), the way the windows look real thanks to the variegated floss (thanks, Weeks Dye Works!), the changeability of the main accent color to match one's decor (the... Read more
I'm certainly not the only one who had a parent or grandparent who would sing this precious song to them from time to time as a child, maybe at bedtime or when we were feeling under the weather. So this design is dedicated to my dear Daddy, who showered me with this song and many others, and taught... Read more
If you're like me, you can't wait to get that first sip of lovely java each morning. This design is for coffee lovers who know just how critical it is to wake up each day and get started!
The model was stitched on 28 ct Mushroom Lugana by Zweigart using DMC, Weeks Dye Works and... Read more
Out of all the different cookies Santa gets to eat on Christmas Eve, his absolute all-time favorite cookies are, of course, baked with love by Mrs. Claus. She keeps his cookie jar stocked full so he always has snacks available when he's making his list and checking it twice! Don't be naughty, be... Read more
Break out the sunscreen and head to the garden! I brought in some flowers and garden plants, as well as a few animal companions to celebrate the joys of gardening. So far we haven't shared our lettuce with the rabbits, but I expect they'll find it one of these days.
Continuing the series of "valentines" for other seasons, here is a pair of otters enjoying the sea together. The quote was inspired by, of all things, Bram Stoker's Dracula - "I am longing to be with you, and by the sea, where we can talk together freely and build our castles in the... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Textilly Crafts featuring a lovely autumn scene with the phrase "Harvest blessings"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Light Mocha Belfast Linen by Zweigart using DMC floss and Harvest Gold from Pirate Robin. Stitch count is 68 x 67. Finished size is 4.25" x 4.19".
Cross stitch pattern from Textilly Crafts featuring the phrase "Grateful & Blessed" with cute fall foliage and pumpkins. Finished into a pillow, this is the perfect size for bowl fillers or accenting your Thanksgiving decor!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Raw Natural Linen by... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring adorable foxes in a circle with the phrase "Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head. Matthew 8:20"
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Steinbeck from Needle and Flax using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 175 x 173.
Model stitched one over two on 32 Ct. Jack o' Lantern linen using DMC floss, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 125W x 117H. Design Size: 7 5/8" x 7"
"Plump snowmen & sly foxes too frolick in the shimmering snow under the sky of midnight blue waiting for St. Nick to show."
Models stitched one over two threads on 40ct. R & R Winter Brew with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 145 x 94. Finished size 7.25" x 4.75".
Sampler design from Teresa Kogut featuring the phrase "Remembrance is the sweetest flower of all this world's perfuming. Memory guards it sun and shower. Love keeps it blooming"!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Legacy by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. Stitch Count 173 x 193.
This cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut features lots of birds and "Nature fortifies the soul and brings peace to the heart from which love flows like a river."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Thornfield by Needle & Flax with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. Stitch Count 257x195. Finished size: 12 7/8" x 9 3/4"
Endeavour to Improve Keepsake Box is an original design by Lori Wilson of Thread Milk Design. It compliments the reproduction sampler "Catharine w 1820 - Endeavour to Improve" which is a phrase Catharine chose to include with her original sampler. Finishing instructions are included with... Read more
This elegant Quaker heart makes a lovely Valentine's Day, Wedding or Anniversary gift. Choose a small alphabet to personalize the design with names, initials and dates. It was worked on 35 ct Weeks Dye Works Kirs Bon Bon. Don't shy away from the dark fabric - use a white cloth on your lap to make... Read more
"I have a garden of my own, shining with flowers of every hue; I love it dearly while alone, but I shall love it more with you"
The model was stitched on 36 ct Wheat from Fiber On A Whim using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 113w x 123h. Finished size is 6.28 in wide X 6.83 in high.
This spooky calendar design is perfect for October! The calendar is made for 2025, if the stitchers want to replace the year from 2025 to another year, consider that Columbus day is the second Monday of the month.
Model stitched on 32 ct Belfast Linen Cyprus as 2 over 2 with DMC threads. Stitch count is 147 x 179 with a finished size of 9.2" x 11.2".
"Throw off the bowlines, sail away from a safe harbor. Catch the wind in your sails."
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Lambswool Jobelan with Ship's Manor cotton floss or Dinky Dyes silk floss and DMC Coloris Floss. Stitch Count: 171x170. Finished size: 10.68" x 10.68".
"Books, minds, and umbrellas work only if they're open." I couldn't agree more.
Model stitched on 32 count Legacy linen from Picture This Plus using three Weeks Dye Works threads (Raspberry, Shephard's Blue, and Seaweed). Stitch count: 143 x 79 and the finished size is 8.94" x 4.94".
Fall is such a fun time of year and it includes so many things I love. This is my fun take on the transition that happens as we move through the season. In designing this piece, I wanted something can stay up all the way thru Halloween.
Pattern is stitched on 46ct Topaz by Fiber on a Whim using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch Count 375 x 100.
I was reminiscing about Christmas at my Nana's house-remembering her beautiful glass and Shiny Brite ornaments. These memories inspired me to create this colorful, retro design. Bring a nostalgic sparkle to your holiday stitching with Mid-Century Greetings! I hope you enjoy stitching it as much... Read more
Bring holiday joy to your tree with Merry, part of my festive Bauble series! This cheerful ornament features bold lettering surrounded by snowflakes, gifts, and holiday motifs in a classic mono-color design. Now is the perfect time to pick up these baubles as Christmas is right around the corner. ... Read more
Add a little sparkle to your stitching with Bright, a great companion to Merry is a great addition to my festive Bauble series! This cheerful ornament features glowing candles, musical notes, and holiday motifs, all stitched in a fresh mono-color design. We're nearly to a full collection-making... Read more
Matilda Isabella Creasy 1852 is a reproduction of a stunning original sampler in our collection from Suffolk, in the East of England. It contains the Christmas carol Once in Royal David's City' as the verse, beautiful flower motifs, a swan, a cow, a squirrel, birds, crowns, flags and all manner of... Read more
Helen Monro is a reproduction of an original sampler in our collection from Falkirk, Scotland.
"Remember thy creator and redeemer in the days of thy youth while the evil days come not nor the years draw high when thou shalt say I have no pleasure in them."
"Count the day lost whose low descending sun views from thy hand no worthy act done."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Black linen with silks from Gloriana and The Thread Gatherer. Stitch Count: 251W x 111H. Finished size: 15.6" x 7".