XStitch the Rainbow is a colorful and creative collaboration. Over 20 designers have each created a deep ocean themed pattern no larger than 60 x 60 stitches, using the same palette of four Cottage Garden Threads floss colors.
This design by Tiny Modernists features a colorful underwater... Read more
Note from the designer: From the outside, this is a traditional can of sardines, a tasty one, preserved in olive oil. The can is of the old fashioned sort, that needs a special metallic opener that rolls the top open (not a ring top), and it is indeed unsealed. Glimpse inside and, oh surprise,... Read more
Dive into the ocean with this modern cross stitch pattern! It features a cheery seahorse bobbing in the water with bubbles all around and fish swimming in the background. It was designed as part of the Cottage Garden Threads Beneath the Waves Palette collaboration, which features designs from over... Read more
Wave sets are groups of up to ten large waves that seem to rise out of nowhere and then disappear just as quickly. They're the best surfing waves around.
The legendary seventh wave was said to be the biggest and best of the bunch, and the one that always comes the farthest up the beach.... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Joan Elliott featuring a mysterious mermaid with her fish friends!
Model can be stitched on 14 or 28 count fabric of your choice (originally on 28 ct Water Garden Lugana from Polstitches) using DMC floss. Stitch count is 156W x 223H.
Cross stitch pattern from The Sampler Girl featuring the phrase "Sea air was healing, relaxing. The sea air alone was evidently designed by nature for the cure"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Cream using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 107 x 132.
This Nora Corbett design features a mysterious and beautiful mermaid.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Touch of Blue Linen using DMC and Caron Waterlilies threads. Mill Hill beads 00374,02008,10092,18826,42037. Stitch count is 163 x 256.
This is the 5th design in the "Home Is . . ."Series. This design celebrates "home" with a mother and daughter waiting at the seashore for the husband/father to return from work at sea.
The model was stitched on 28 Count Evenweave (light blue). Stitch Count: 151w x 125h.
A curious little octopus drifts through an underwater garden of swaying seaweed, tiny fish, and sparkling bubbles. With its bright colors, curled tentacles, and playful movement, it captures the gentle magic of life beneath the waves - mysterious, cheerful, and full of ocean-daydream charm. This is... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Meridian Designs featuring Murdoch, the warrior of the sea!
Model is stitched on 28 count Sea God Jobelan fabric; suggested fabric listed, using Dinky Dyes Silk, DMC Floss, Kreinik #4 Braid and Mill Hill beads. Preciosa Crystal beads:Emerald AB 4mm Bicones.
Stitch Count is 130 X 228.
Cross stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring two beautiful sailing ships and a giant whale!
Stitched on 35 Count linen Smokey Blue, 123stitch suggestion is Lakeside linen; using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works and DMC threads.
Stitch Count: 81 X 76
ship one: 57 X 47
ship two: 51 X 44
This 14 page booklet from Rosewood Manor includes an under the sea sampler, 3 smaller samplers, a welcome, an alphabet and "Save the Turtles."
The sampler model was stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Midnight Mermaid linen from Under the Sea Fabrics with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 180x320. Finshed size: 11.25" x 20".
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
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Picture This Plus Mercedes, Meditation, and Valor linen using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts Simply Wood (or all DMC floss 3847, 963, 553, 898, 500, and 3782). Stitch Count Loch Ness Monster: 49W x 49H. Stitch Count Unicorn: 43W x 43H. Stitch Count Sasquatch: 47W x 47H.
Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery featuring a biscornu decorated with little seahorse!
Model stitched on 32 ct. 'Sugar Cookie' by Graham Cracker Fabrics using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 91w x 91h.
Finished size: 5.69 x 5.69.
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Jack-O-Lantern Linen by Fiberlicious Yummy Fibers (or fabric of your choice) with DMC floss, Kreinik #4 Braid, and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 150W x 255H. Finished size: 9.38 in wide X 14.06 in high.
Note from the designer - "Nestled in the deep calm waters, this Nereid seemingly caresses the water of the Mediterranean Sea. Her iridescent tail reflects brilliant hues of turquoise and blue. Her throne is adorned lavishly with corals and pearls. Her milky white skin is bejeweled with gems and... Read more
The model was stitched on 30 count Old Salem Linen by The Primitive Hare using DMC and Gentle Arts Sampler thread. The stitch count is 103 x 218.
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring the sea witch and her seahorse friend!
Model stitched on 30 Ct. Tin Roof by Weeks Dye Works, using Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works and DMC Shown with Pins from Just Another Button Company (JP127). Stitch counts and finished sizes are;
Pincushion: 115 x 115. Finished Size: 8" x 8"
Basket: 91 x 91. Finished Size: 7" x 7"
Model stitched on 32 count Sea Spray Linen with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Kreink #4 Braid and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count is 238w x 278h. Finished size is 14.88 in wide X 17.38 in high.
Part 4 of the By the Sea series. Entire design was stitched on 32 Ct. Meadow Mist linen with a total stitch count of 194x194. Just the Summer pattern is 100x100. An embellishment pack is sold separately that contains the threads and beads required to complete Summer by the Sea.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Vintage Blue Whisper Cashel linen with DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 62x92.
Note: DMC conversion listed for Weeks Galvanized is listed as 3895/648. 3895 is not available. Also needed but not listed is Magnets by Stoney Creek is not listed (MG064).