Jan Hicks Creates Cross Stitch Patterns Page 2

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a lovely lace backdrop.

Model stitched on 36ct Linen of your choice using NPI silks or DMC alternatives. Stitch count is 109w x 168h.

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the word "Winter" with cute snowflake buttons!

Model stitched on the fabric of your choice. Stitch count is 127w x 55h. Finished size is 8" x 3.4".

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a beautiful meditation garden!

The model is stitched on 36 ct Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 227w x 183h. Finished size is 12.6" x 10.2".

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the word "Summer"!

The model is stitched on 36 ct Linen using either Classic Colorworks or DMC threads. Stitch count is 149w x 81h.

This sampler, which I have named the Sewing Box Sampler 1 because it and another were found in a sewing box, is of unknown date and origin. As you can see, there is no name or date on this sampler, and as you can see from the original, it was unfinished. Perhaps the stitcher meant to stitch her name... Read more about Sewing Box Sampler 1 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the phrase "The earth laughs in flowers".

Model stitched on 36ct Seafoam by Weeks Dye Works Linen. Stitch count is 161w x 166h.

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a beautiful flower and the word "Thankful"!

Pattern stitched on the fabric of your choice using Cosmo threads. Stitch count is 79w x 103h. Finished size: 4.9 x 6.4 (over 2 threads on 36 count).

This is the second set in the Samplings of Lace series. These are stitched in NPI silks, the same colors used in Seasons in Lace - Fall. Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha from Zweigert over two threads.

Stitch Count:
Autumn 1 (right pillow): 68 x 67. Finished... Read more about Samplings of Lace - Autumn - Cross Stitch Pattern

This sweet set of smalls, two pillows and a strawberry, are based on popular patterns, Seasons in Lace. The motifs are taken from those designs and expanded and changed to create smaller elements to fill your bowls or tiered trays.

The model is stitched on 36 count fabric and is charted... Read more about Samplings of Lace - Summer - Cross Stitch Pattern

Carolyn's Balloons - Spring is the third in this fun series featuring hot air balloons decorated with Quaker motifs. There is a sweet village below which changes with the seasons. Tiny butterflies and bees fill in the spaces in this delightful design.

Pattern is stitched on 46 ct using... Read more about Carolyn's Balloons - Spring - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a tea cup and "Zen" "Calm."

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct using Treenway Silks with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 60 x 60.

Note from designer "I have known since I started this Cottage series that my Summer design, the third in the series, would be based on beach cottages. The pretty blues and turquoises make me think of the Gulf of Mexico and the bright coral colors are the perfect contrast!"

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Barb's Blend by R&R Reproductions using DMC floss. Stitch count is 87 x 95 .

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a fun sampler with flowers!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works, The Gentle Arts and Cottage Garden Threads (Jacaranda, bird bath) with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 112 x 115.

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a sampler with the phrase "Feliz Navidad"!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Havana from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 145 x 90.

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a sampler with silver bells!

Pattern is stitched on Under the Sea Fabrics 40 ct Aine or 36 ct Stonewashed using DMC, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 137 x 132.

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a colorful crow sitting on a branch!

Model is stitched on 40 ct Button Box Dark linen by Mason Linens using Weeks Dye Works and The Gentle Arts threads, with DMC conversion provided. Stitch count is 80w x 80h.

Fall Cottages brings us to the last Cottage in this series and uses the warm browns and golds of late autumn, when the bright colors are almost gone. The squirrels are racing to fill up their bellies and nests with acorns and other goodies to help them get through the winter.

Pattern is... Read more about Fall Cottages - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from designer: I am happy to introduce the next in my Florigaphica 2 series, Iris. This series shows off variegated threads to their best advantage and uses a combination of Cottage Garden Threads, Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts. I have also provided a conversion from the Cottage Garden... Read more about Florigraphica 2 - Iris - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from designer: In the Pink was inspired by an NPI silk packet in a gradient colorway and a gradient set of Mason Linens The colors were so perfect together! Since the colors of the silk were so soft and delicate, the design needed to be soft and delicate, too. I love the tone on tone look of... Read more about In The Pink - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from designer: I am happy to introduce the second in my prayer flag series, Hopeful Heart. This is stitched using Cottage Garden Threads. These threads paired perfectly with Fabric Flair's Vintage Ephemera Damask fabric to create a layered look to the design. A DMC conversion is also provided. ... Read more about Hopeful Hearts Prayer Flag - Cross Stitch Pattern

Jan Hicks creates the design "CRS 1713", an antique sampler from the Saxon region of Germany. The original stitcher is known by the initials CRS. Jan has released the sampler in three parts, making the stitching process manageable. The total stitch count for all three parts is 160 x 874. ... Read more about CRS 1713 - Part 1 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Laura Vorgensen 1853 is a reproduction of a gorgeous antique German sampler. Laura was a very skilled stitcher, using multiple specialty stitches and a variety of colors to create her beautiful sampler. I have provided stitch diagrams for the specialty stitches. The sampler is stitched in Hand-dyed... Read more about Laura Vorgensen 1853 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Arabesque is my Art Deco-ish contribution to the world of red samplers. This design started with the alphabet and it was so fun finding and developing motifs that had the same general feel. I love the slightly asymmetrical look of the mandala on the bottom left and the fan in the upper right. But... Read more about Arabesque - Cross Stitch Pattern

Florigraphica 2 - African Daisy is the third in my Florgraphica 2 series which features Cottage Garden Threads for the flowers. Where my other designs used two colors of CGT threads for the flowers, this one uses only one, Viola. I have also provided a DMC conversion in the chart. You can also find... Read more about Florigraphica 2 - African Daisy - Cross Stitch Pattern

Jan Hicks creates the design "CRS 1713", an antique sampler from the Saxon region of Germany. The original stitcher is known by the initials CRS. Jan has released the sampler in three parts, making the stitching process manageable. The total stitch count for all three parts is 160 x 874. ... Read more about CRS 1713 - Part 2 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Sunflower Medley brings you bright, happy flowers and vines, a fun alphabet and an interesting border. Stitched with only 5 colors this sunny piece will make you happy no matter what time of year you stitch and display it.

Pattern is stitched on Fox and Rabbit Designs Ocean Air 40 ct. Stitch count is 88 x 143. Finished size is 4.4" x 7.15".

The oak sleeps in the acorn - I saw this saying recently, and it resonated so much that I knew I had to create a design using it. Using fall colors, which shine on the teal fabric, this design creates a beautiful reminder that we all have unlimited potential inside.

Pattern is stitched on... Read more about The Mighty Oak - Cross Stitch Pattern

AK 1885 is a reproduction of an antique sampler. With this sampler, I decided to do something a little different and use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool Thread. I discovered that this is a wonderful fiber to work with. You do not need to separate the plies in this thread. Use it as it comes off the... Read more about AK 1885 - Cross Stitch Pattern

The motifs I'ved used in Gardens of Saxony are drawn from the large German antique sampler I reproduced, CRS 1713. There are so many wonderful motifs on CRS 1713 that they deserve their own (much smaller!) sampler! This also gives the stitcher a chance to stitch these wonderful designs if they feel... Read more about Gardens of Saxony - Cross Stitch Pattern

Jan Hicks creates the design "CRS 1713", an antique sampler from the Saxon region of Germany. The original stitcher is known by the initials CRS. Jan has released the sampler in three parts, making the stitching process manageable. The total stitch count for all three parts is 160 x 874. ... Read more about CRS 1713 - Part 3 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Rose Lejeune 1900 is a reproduction of an antique French Sampler. Rose was 12 years old when she finished stitching this sampler on June 24, 1900. She loved the color pink, and that color shines in this sampler! While the pink I chose from Cottage Garden Threads isn't quite as bright as what... Read more about Rose Lejeune 1900 - Cross Stitch Pattern

CRS 1713 is done! What a ride! Part 4 consists of fun borders and small alphabets. Part 4 is a lot smaller than the previous two parts and stitches up very quickly.

Pattern is stitched on Mason Linen Antique Button Med. Dark 46 ct. Stitch count is 160 x 193. The overall stitch count for the entire piece is 160 x 874. Finished size is 7 x 8.4 for 46 count fabric.

This is a lovely Quaker design stitched in two colors of floss. I believe we can all relate to these sentiments on what stitching means to us. I encourage stitchers to choose their favorite colors and make it their own.

Model stitched on 40 count fabric over 2 threads using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 200 x 200. Finished size: 10 x 10.

My second Valentine offering is a celebration of borders in over-dyed cotton flosses of pinks and reds. This is another quick, fun stitch to celebrate the day of love!

Model stitched on 40 count Frieze linen by Atomic Ranch using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 80 x 88. Finished size: 4 x 4.4

My new Four Letter Words series is a fun twist on what we usually think of as four letter words. This series celebrates positive words, set in small square designs in soft shades of blues, golds and greens. This series of four different words will release throughout the year, approximately once a... Read more about Four Letter Words - Give - Cross Stitch Pattern

Winter Sunshine is a part of a series that has fun with mandala motifs acting as the "sun" in each design. Winter focuses on the whites, blues and grays of the winter season, with the swirls giving a blustery feel, blowing snowflakes through the air.

Model stitched on 40 count... Read more about Winter Sunshine - Cross Stitch Pattern

Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more about Birds on the Temple - Cross Stitch Pattern

Liberty Drum and Pincushion is a prim, sampler-inspired patriotic design which also honors the French aspirations of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity. The centerpiece of the drum design is a tree taken from my Louise Chappuis 1844 reproduction sampler, but here, it's topped by two eagles, centered... Read more about Liberty Drum and Pincushion - Cross Stitch Pattern

My Vintage ABCs of Christmas Book is a compilation inspired by my previously released Vintage Christmas Alphabet Ornament series. In the book, you will find a big design of all of the ornaments combined, named The Vintage ABCs of Christmas. The ornament designs have been modified a bit to fit the... Read more about Vintage ABCs of Christmas - Cross Stitch Book

The Kaleidoscope Sampler (With bonus chart - Firework Sampler) features mandalas, borders and alphabets in bright, fresh colors with black as the color pop. Stitched entirely in DMC, this is an easy design to kit up for your customers. The Fireworks version has some small changes to the design, as... Read more about Kaleidoscope Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Love is the third part in my Four Letter Words series, following Give and Grow which were released earlier this year. Featuring cool greens and blues and warm golds, this series give words of encouragement in sweet, floral displays, sure to be a hit with your customers. The fourth and last part of... Read more about Four Letter Words - Love - Cross Stitch Pattern

Some days can be tough, and some days are great. On the tough days, I find I have to remind myself that I am living a wonderful life and have much for which to be grateful. Designing this piece helped me focus on the things I love about my life and the little things that make me happy and give me... Read more about Grateful for Everything - Cross Stitch Pattern

Welcome to my Winter Wonderland, where the world is blanketed in delicate snowflakes in shades of blue, rather than white, and the pines stand quiet watch over the world. My fabulous finisher, Maria Kutzner, finished this as a fun scissor pocket, but it would be equally adorable as a little pillow. ... Read more about Winter Wonderland - Cross Stitch Pattern

Hello Fall is the beginning of a four-part seasonal series that will be releasing over the next year. Hello Fall features the soft colors of fall against a brilliant blue "sky". These little bite-sizes squares are fast and fun to stitch, creating a wonderful small for your customers to add... Read more about Hello Fall - Cross Stitch Pattern

Four Letter Words - Hope is the last in my Four Letter Words series. The four words are Give, Grow, Love, and Hope. Each of the four designs uses the same colors. If your customers are interested in doing all four designs, I recommend they get two skeins each of Mountain Mist, Brandy, Americana,... Read more about Four Letter Words - Hope - Cross Stitch Pattern

Merry and its companion piece Joy, are fun, quick stitches using non-traditional colors to celebrate the Christmas season. A fun background pattern creates the perfect backdrop for the bold letters.

Stitched on 40 ct. fabric using DMC floss. Merry has a stitch count of 181 x 49 and the... Read more about Merry & Joy - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Hello Winter is the second of a four-part seasonal series that will be releasing over the next year. Hello Winter features white snowflakes, green pine trees and two sweet red cardinals. These little bite-sizes squares are fast and fun to stitch,

stitched on 36 ct. fabric using Weeks Dye... Read more about Hello Winter - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

M. Seckel is a sampler brimming with floral beauty. The color inspiration was taken from the unfaded back of the sampler. The second photo shows the front.

Stitched on 40 ct. linen with NPI silk floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 234 x 229 and the finished size is 11.7" x 11.45".