Model stitched on 40 count Hawthorne by Needle and Flax using DMC and Cottage Garden threads. Cottage Garden Threads not listed (Gilt, Leather Bound, Mahogany, and Fireplace). Stitch count: 243w x 205h.
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needle Arts featuring the words "Cross stitch linen aida needles threads sew hoops samplers pins count twice stitch once"!
Model stitched on 36 count Sandcastle by Fox and Rabbit and 18 count perforated paper using Gloriana silk floss and The... Read more
Kicking off a new series " Going to..." So many possibilities! Of course, stitching has to be first! Our delightful stitcher is in a hurry, because her friends are already having the best time! Run rabbit, run!
Pattern is stitched on 40 Count Vintage Country Mocha by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art. Stitch count is 134 x 97.
No explanation needed... except of course that it is the second pillow on toweling, and they are a fun stitch, and I love the result. Give it a try!
Pattern is stitched on Moda Rock Pool Toweling Sea Glass Red using Weeks Dye Works, #12 Pearl cotton. Stitch count is 176 x 86. Finish into a 12 x 8 pillow form and stuff with a 13 x 9 pillow form. Stitched with 1 strand over 2 threads.
"Stitching forever... Housework whenever!" Model stitched on 28 count Flax Cashel Linen with Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts Sampler Threads. The stitch count is 41W x 81H.
This design comes straight from my heart. I wanted to create something that celebrates the quiet, comforting rhythm of cross stitch-the way a needle, a bit of thread, and a few peaceful minutes can completely reset your spirit. Every little motif in this piece reflects the tools and moments that... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring autumn pumpkins and the phrase "cross stitching and pumpkin picking"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). Stitch count is 112 x 84. Finished size is 8" x 8"
Inspiration for this design came from a vintage velvet tomato pincushion. Somehow that became two squirrels stitching under an acorn "bobbin" tree, an acorn basket and an acorn drum with the text "gather and stitch."
The model is stitched on 36 count "Sea Salt"... Read more
"Stitch by stitch row by row I'm gonna make my sampler grow. All it takes is a needle 'n' threads, Stitch it up in purple 'n' red." Tempting Tangles filled their sampler with all the goodies they love to use when creating their needlework, especially cross stitch. Have fun!!
Model stitched on 32 ct Antique White linen using DMC or Dinky Dyes threads. Stitch count is 190 x 164.
This nautical themed stitching bag features two mermaids, a serpent in a tree and the saying "Eve was tempted, the fruit was sweet. Adam sinned also, for he did eat."
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 126 x 295. Finished size is 8" x 18.5".
I enjoy doing color experiments in my designs and this pattern is the result of one. Using the highly variegated Weeks Dye Works Bethlehem with one coordinating DMC for each circle, it is so fun to see how a solid color brings out the different shades that make up the variegated thread.