In my explorations of old embroidery books, I came across a number of rug designs in a book from 1880. While they were intended as inspiration for woven carpet patterns, I realized that a blackwork design could also show off the dynamic beauty of the geometry.
This beautifully embellished star features a collection of traditional Quaker motifs stitched in shades of green, with a classic Christmas greeting in the center.
Stitched with DMC thread on 36 ct "linen" colored linen from Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 140 x 136 and the finished size is 7.78" x 7.56".
While HFLM has been known for doing larger trees in the past, I thought it was a good time to make a smaller, ornament version for the holiday season. These quick stitches are perfect for gifting and adding some handmade love to your Christmas Tree. A step-by-step finishing tutorial is available on... Read more
This is one of four new cross stitched sigils created to help manifest good things this year.
This was stitched with Silk 'N Colors Frosted Auburn silk (two skeins of 5 yard 12-ply floss required) and stitched on 32 count fabric. Stitch count is 117 x 117 and has 5849 cross stitches. Finished size is a 7.5" square.
These bold but delicate roses climb a square trellis, showcasing one of Treenway Silks 65 Roses floss collection: Night Owl. It was stitched with 1 ply over 2 threads stitched on 36 count Dust Bunny linen by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 89 x 89. Finished size is 4.94" x 4.94".
A full stitch (with some backstitching), 117w x 117h floral design inspired by a winter-touched garden outside a window and the Dresden fan quilt. Charted with DMC in 6 colors.
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Pale Blue Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 117w x 117h. Finished size is 8.25" x 8.25".
Blue Velvet is a design for all of the blue lovers out there. It features gorgeous, bold borders alongside design elements that have the feel of old-fashioned wallpapers. This design uses only four colors of blue variegated cottons, creating a beautiful tapestry of stitching that your customers will... Read more
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
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
I find myself drawn to creating pincushions & needlebooks - small, beautiful & functional works of art. Enjoy this 1st in a series of what I hope will be perfect mates: Pins & Needles.
The models were stitched on 32 ct Flax Belfast & 18 ct white perforated paper with Classic Colorworks... Read more
After releasing my cross stitch pattern 324 (which was stitched with 324 different colors of DMC) last year, I began stitching a new version featuring the same colors but with various types of stitches. Initially something I was creating just for myself, it soon became apparent that there was great... Read more
I loved roaming the woods and exploring shapes and designs in nature as a child, and still do today. There is a symmetry and balance within nature when one starts looking. I played with shape and color to create a piece that is both restful and exploratory at the same time, kind of like a walk in... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from CM Designs featuring four small purple designs!
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using BeStitchMe thread with DMC conversion(Bog conversion not listed). Stitch count is 53w x 53h each. Finished size is 3.25" x 3.25" each.
Cross stitch pattern from CM Designs featuring a wreath of beautiful flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using BeStitchMe threads. No DMC conversion for BeStitchMe threads Long Neck Dinosaur, Into The Woods, and Pot of Gold. Stitch count is 95w x 95h. Finished size is 5 7/8" x 5 7/8".
This stunning geometric monochromatic floral design shows off your choice of overdyed floss. This chart pack includes a second bonus design. Shown in Classic Colorworks Belle Soie silk floss in Grape Juice color on hand-dyed linen.
Large design Stitch Count: 115w x 115h. Design Size:... Read more
Model stitched on Black Belfast 32 count linen using DMC threads. This is used to create this striking design, reminiscent of a stained-glass window. Stitch Count: 115 x 115. Design Size: 7.19" x 7.19"
The story goes that Cockayne is a land of plenty where hard times didn't exist. It was a fictional utopia, a parody of Paradise where idleness and gluttony were the name of the game. Houses were made of barley sugar and cakes, the streets were paved with pastry and everything in the shops was free.
Pattern is stitched using the fabric and floss of your choice. Stitch count is 257 x 292.
A granny square inspired design featuring 41 different motifs using 19 sweet and herby DMC colors. All full stitches. Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Brown Aida. Final stitch count is 105w x 121h when all motifs are stitched together.
A warm Christmas bouquet inspired by the colors I envision when sitting at a holiday table with a cup of coffee. All full stitches. Stitched on 14 ct Light Mocha Aida. Project finishes at 149w x 149h stitch count with pletny of motifs that can be pulled to use in other holiday stitching. Charted with 10 DMC colors.
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.