I began exploring English Cameo glass after a visit to a museum where I saw some extraordinary examples of this art form. Inevitably, when I find something like this that interests me, I turn it into a cross stitch pattern.
Models stitched on 32 count Blueberry Pie from Grace Notes Fabrics using DMC threads. Stitch count: 100 x 101.
I found an interesting square design in a centuries-old pattern book, where it seemed like the square would have been rotated around and used four times. However, it was unclear which corner would have been in the middle and which would have been on the outer edge. After playing with it for a bit,... Read more
The inspiration for these four little biscornus was a piece of cotton fabric that was being used to make a project bag. I loved the geometric design and bold color scheme and knew I needed to create a cross stitch pattern from it.
Model stitched on 32 ct Christmas Red Belfast linen and Black Belfast linen using DMC threads. Stitch count: each biscornu is 39 x 39.
With Bluebirds being one of my favorite birds, I had to create a pattern that is a very loose nod to them. I also included a couple of my other favorite things, quilting patterns and flowers.
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen Chocolate Milk by Fabrics by Stephanie using DMC floss. Stitch Count 111 x 103.
Living in Texas, where fall doesn't really show up, I have fond memories of my time living in Michigan where fall actually brought a change of seasons. This was created with those memories and feelings in mind. "Autumn, Crisp blustery days and cozy snuggly nights"
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.
This sampler is a cute, simple representation of one of my favorite Christmas hymns. With adorable Christmas motifs like the deer, advent wreath, variegated threads and Mill hill treasures, this pattern is the perfect holiday sampler! "The holly and the ivy when they are both full grown of all... Read more
This pattern I designed as a tribute to my other hobby, beekeeping. I love my little honeybees, and I wish I could hug them! This pattern is a cute self potrait of me in the bee yard, and can be easily customized for any beekeeper.
Pattern is stitched on 14ct Water Lily Aida by Wichelt. Stitch count is 65w x 68h.
Cross stitch pattern from Yasmin's Made With Love featuring the letter L for Lemon!
Pattern is stitched on 18ct Aida Vellum by Picture This Plus using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 102 x 120.
This design is called "Happiness" and it weirdly/oddly/strangely/a little bit is a self portrait. Feeding all the wild animals in my back yard brings me such joy. And while I don't have squirrels climbing up my skirts, they are starting to recognize me when I'm outside feeding them!
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When stitched on 40 count fabric, using one strand of floss over two fabric threads, the design area will measure 4.15" H x 3.95" W for each motif. Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 83 H x 79 W for each motif.
This design can be stitched with any fabric color and thread you choose. There are so many different ways you can finish the design as well, including an ornament. When stitched on 40 count fabric using one strand of floss over two fabric threads, the design area will measure 3.95" H x... Read more
This design was originally released in the Just Cross Stitch Magazine 2018 Holiday issue. When stitched on 28 count fabric using one strand of thread over one fabric thread, the approximate size will measure 3.43" x 2.29".
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct White linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 64 W x 95 H.
When stitched on 40 count fabric using one strand of floss over two fabric threads, the design area will measure 3.25" H x 2.65" W. General ornament finishing instructions found at Keslyns.com.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 65 H x 53 W.
When stitched on 40 ct fabric, using one strand of floss over two fabric threads, the design areas will measure 4.45" H x 3.35" W & Spine 4.45" H x 1.15" W.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Linen using Soie d'Alger Silk threads. Stitch counts: Each Motif: 89 x 67. Book Spine: 89 x 23. Finished Size: Each Motif: 4.45" x 3.35". Book Spine: 4.45" x 1.15".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely sampler! "Birth is but a sleep and a forgetting: The soul that rises with us, our life's star, hath had elsewhere it's setting and cometh from afar...trailing clouds of glory do we come from God who is our home"
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a beautiful sampler with flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Linen using Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 134 x 134. Finished size is 6.7" x 6.7".
Part of The Penguin Holiday Series these three fun birds are stitched using DMC floss and Rainbow Gallery Splendor Silk in Black.
Model is stitched on 32 count Zweigart Sparkle White/Grey Belfast Linen using DMC floss and Rainbow Gallery Splendor Silk in Black. Stitch count is 119 x 77. Finished Design: 7.5" x 4.75".