Note from the designer: Growing up in the maritimes, I often heard this ancient rhyme that has been used by sailors and fisher folk. Use this as a rule of thumb for weather forecasting (even if you are not near the sea)!
"Red sky at night, sailor's delight. Red sky in morning, sailors... Read more
The monthly Word Swap series has finished but we will continue to sprinkle in Word Swaps throughout the year! This new one is "Beach". They are the perfect 'Little Black Dress' to add to stitcher's displays.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco... Read more
Flock to the Sea features a family of flamingos enjoying a day at the beach.
Pattern is stitched on 36 Ct Modena using Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. I chose to finish the design as a drum, but it would also be adorable framed. Stitch count is 149 W x 61 H. Finished size is 8.28" x 3.39".
A sampler from Tempting Tangles featuring various boats, ships, and buildings and the phrase "Semper Paratus". The Latin phrase means Always Ready and is the motto for many organizations including the US Coast Guard.
Model stitched 2 over 2 on 32 ct white evenweave using DMC... Read more
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".
This design by Wildflower Stitching is the summer addition to their "Serenade" collection. It captures the beauty of a Flamingo poised in rest in the lapping waves of an ocean shore at sunset. With a nod to the beautiful bird of paradise, and its vibrant colors when in full bloom. Both play... Read more
Note from the designer - Celebrate your love of the sea with this small sewing case and accompanying scissors weight. Lovely mermaids grace both pieces. A ship and a lighthouse are on the back of the case. Inside is a pocket, two heart-shaped thread rings, and a wool needlepage in the shape of a... Read more