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Inspired by a 1740 sampler from my collection which is stitched in red and green, it reminds me so much of the holidays. It also has significant portions worked using the double-running' or Holbein stitch which we generally associate with blackwork techniques. I've adapted the original to... Read more about A Christmas Band Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design got quite an update! I've removed the central house design and added a center scene of a lady and her animals. And, I did away with the pink color used throughout the original version. I like this interpretation much better!

The model was stitched on 40 ct. Thornfield from... Read more about Truth and Virtue Stocking - Cross Stitch Pattern

I feel like "abundant" is such a great word for this time of year - the traditional harvest, glorious colors, cherished traditions, family, and more. This design features even more words that capture everything about the season, surrounded by classic seasonal motifs. Note that this was a... Read more about Abundant Autumn - Cross Stitch Pattern

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"You can have him, Jolene." This free pattern celebrates one of the most popular song lyrics from the famous singer Dolly Parton.

Stitched on your choice of fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. The stitch count is 59 x 59 with a finished size of 4.21" x 4.21" on 28 count linen.

Note from the Designer; "Stitching Brings Quaker is another in my Sampler Petite series, taking some of the elements of my original Quaker Design "With Needle and Thread", reworking them and adding some new elements to create a new, smaller design. Stitched with a muted fall palette,... Read more about Stitching Brings Quaker - Cross Stitch Pattern

Stitch the icon, and a verse from the famous poem inscribed on her pedestal.

Stitched on 46 ct. Flax linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 85 x 154 and the finished size is 3.7" x 6.7".

Cross stitch pattern from Sister Lou Stitches featuring the phrase "There is one in every bunch" with ducklings by a pond.

Pattern is stitched on 18 ct. Zweigart Stormy Clouds with DMC and Gentle Arts floss. The stitch count is 94 x 94 and the finished size is 5.22" x 5.22".

Cross stitch pattern from Sister Lou Stitches featuring the phrase "May the wind at your back always be filling your sails as you float on the sea" with a large ship and pelicans flying.

Pattern is stitched on 18 ct. Zweigart Stormy Clouds with DMC floss. The stitch count is 116 x 117 and the finished size is 6.44" x 6.5".

On a cold Halloween night, the full moon shone brightly above Raven Manor. The old house had stood on the hill for hundreds of years, watching every Halloween come and go. The black cats sat quietly by the front steps, guarding the entrance. High above, a clever raven perched on the roof, keeping an... Read more about Halloween Drum Set - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the Designer; "Hello Summer is my last design in my Hello series, giving you a little look through a window at the seasonal beauty outside.."

Stitched on 36 ct. Linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 49 x 65 and the finished size is 2.72" x 3.61".

The first snow of December had covered the little village in a blanket of white. Every rooftop sparkled beneath the morning sun, and the church bell echoed softly across the quiet streets. Children bundled in colorful scarves hurried through the snow, laughing as they pulled sleds and built tiny... Read more about Christmas Break - Cross Stitch Pattern