Note from the Designer: This was my first time working with the Valdani 6-strand embroidery floss and I love the way it shows off the subtle variegation in the birds and flowers. The design features several colors of coneflower and a trio of songbirds who enjoy them.
This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a red fox and a surround of bleeding heart flowers.
The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is 3.55" x... Read more
Here is a garden you can enjoy all year round! The inspiration for this design comes from some of the wonderful flowers (and a butterfly) native to Florida.
The model is stitched on 40 count linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Cottage Garden Threads (DMC conversion... Read more
Sea Turtle Cove is part of the XStitchTheRainbow collaboration featuring the Cottage Garden Threads Beneath the Waves Palette.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Lunar by Be Stitch Me with Cottage Garden Threads Beneath The Waves palette. Stitch Count: 60 x 60. Finished size: approx 3.3" x 3.3".
This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.
The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more
Another new entry in the Tudor Menagerie, the Hare is a symbol of spring and this one celebrates beautiful spring blooms and a soft seasonal palette.
The model is stitched on 40 count "Cocoa" linen from Fiber On A Whim. Stitch count is 59 wide x 107 high. The model is trimmed with "Old Cement" velveteen and "Vintage" chenille, both from Lady Dot Creates
Note from the designer: This piece was inspired by an early dog walk, when we saw a group of pigeons staring intently into a puddle. This pigeon is deep in contemplation of life's mysteries (and his own reflection). But to keep things lighthearted, he is surrounded by lovely spring flowers and has... Read more
Underwater Garden is part of the 2026 XStitch the Rainbow collaboration. Featuring a fun underwater design with fish and more!
Stitched on 40 ct. Beanstalk with the Cottage Garden Threads floss pack (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 60 x 60 and the finished size is 3" x 3".
For this year's Holiday Card I went back to my Montana roots with a bison. And the cozy sweater was such fun to stitch! The border is all seasonal greens, berries and pine cones, making this a quick winter stitch of a beloved western icon.
The model is stitched on 40 count Dove linen... Read more
Inspired by the amazing variety of the Oregon coast, here are a diverse cast of characters enjoying s'mores on the beach!
The model is stitched on 40 count linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 101 x 80 and the... Read more
Beneath fading daylight, four sea witches rose from their coral towers, each bound to a darker tide. One commanded storms, her breath splitting waves. One bent shadows, hiding wrecks from mortal eyes. One spoke with bones and rust, waking memories in sunken steel. The last ruled silence, crushing... Read more
Note from the designer: The latest in this series is an ode to the Rocky Mountains where I grew up. Hopefully it speaks to your local mountain habitats as well!
The model is stitched on 40 count linen using DMC, Weeks Dye WOrk, and Classic Colorworks threads. You will also need Cottage... Read more
These cute little hedgehogs are ready for wet spring weather in their green boots. Both the hedgehog and the flowers show off some lovely variegated threads from Cottage Garden Threads.
The model is stitched on 40 count. Stitch count is 55 wide x 59 high. The model is backed with "Pea... Read more
The fish in this design form a tessellation, which is a repeating pattern with no gaps (think about the prints of the artist M.C. Escher). Even under water, my geometric math brain influences my cross stitch designs!
Model stitched on 32 count Rain Country French linen from Wichelt using... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a celebration of the woods, and was particularly inspired by the lovely Pacific Northwest rainforest. Packed with native plants and animals, it gives you the feeling of being immersed in the deep green forest.
"There's a great white whale With a great big tail And a little one, he's called "Good" There are ships with sails A giraffe called Gail And a cabin made all out of wood There's a mouse in the mill He's from Old Amsterdam He's lived there all his life And the boy and... Read more
Note from the designer: This is a companion piece to Forest Home, and celebrates the amazing plants and animals of the grassland prairie. I had such fun with this colorful design, and included some of my favorite characters as well. I hope you can find something familiar from your home.
Cross Stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring the words "We learn to swim the seas like fish and soar like birds above. Now let us learn to walk this earth in unity and love".
Stitched on 18 ct. Slate with DMC floss. The stitch count is 159 x 77 and the finished size is 8.83" x 4.28".
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a crowned goat surrounded by flowers.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Count Tinsmith linen from Colour & Cotton with DMC and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 70W x 73H. Finished size: 3.5" x 3.65"
"She was driven by a deep love for adventure and curiosity. Her dream was simple: to live above the waves, to walk on land, to be part of that world. But dreams often come with a price. She had to give up something she held dear-her voice. Would you have the courage to do the same?"
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This nautical cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo features a sailor Walrus holding a fishing pole with a fresh catch and the words "Walrus and Fish".
Model stitched on 32 count natural linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 93 x 97. Finished size is 5.81" x 6.06".
This is the latest of my "Tudor Menagerie" series. The ermine is perfect for winter, as it shows off its lovely snowy fur. I've chosen a border of twined winter greenery, pinecones and berries to complement the design.
Are you ready to step into the winter woods and explore a fun new finishing technique as well? This design is packed with woodland motifs in a seasonal palette but can be kept out on display all winter long.
The model is stitched on 32 ct. Cyprus linen from Fiber On A Whim with DMC, Weeks... Read more
Note from the designer: This is the third in the seasonal quail lineup, featuring the Mountain Quail (with the very distinctive feather crest) and stylized manzanita. Although the birds are reclusive in nature, they can shine in your stitching!
The model is stitched on 40 count linen, using... Read more
Note from the designer: I really wanted to showcase all sorts of new life with this piece, and it was such fun to work on all the animals! I also divided it (loosely) into 4 habitats, so with a little bit of finagling (each band contains some element that extends past the top into the next one) you... Read more
Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Winter Brew from R&R Reproductions using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count: 129W x 93H. Design size: 7" x 5"
This whale is staying warm and cozy despite the cold water. A festive sweater and a spray of snowflakes add to the holiday mood.
The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC and Roxy Floss Co floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 152 x 82 and the finished size is 7.6" x... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cozy Cottontail featuring a lovely day at the beach near a nautical lighthouse!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 111 x 90. Finished size is 6.17 in wide X 5 in high.
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
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring forest animals wearing rabbit ears!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Water Green linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks floss, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 173W x 80H.
Lindy Stitches and I enjoyed our last collaboration so much that we couldn't resist doing another one! As before, this is a set of 9 "blocks" (4 designed by me and 5 by Steph at Lindy Stitches) which can be stitched separately or combined. This time we focused... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring an alpaca in a festive sweater and a Christmas tree! Stitch count of main design is 154w x 124h. Stitch count of smaller version is 94w x 124h. Design also uses Bella Lusso wool 093 and 095.
Snow & Bright by The Blue Flower Stitching features a trio of cute Christmas ornmanets. At the center of each ornament is a little snowy wonderland and a creature in winter white finery.
The model is stitched on 40 count Wheat linen from Fiber On a Whim using DMC floss. The stitch count is... Read more
Introducing Spellbound Stitches Volume 4, featuring 6 all-new patterns in an Under the Sea theme. All patterns were designed with the same 12-color palette from Cosmo's 6-strand floss from Japan! Add to your COSMO collection or try it for the first time with these colorful ocean vibes! Patterns are... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an antique reproduction of a sampler from the "Wesleynn School".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 167 x 162. Finished size is 8.35" x 8.1".
Note from the designer: I don't know about you, but my social media feeds are full of interesting animals and the Shoebill Stork is one of my favorites. I particularly love the way they seem to "glare" at you, so they were perfect for a spooky season stitch!
This fun summertime pattern features a large green mermaid tail surrounded by starfishes with the phrase "Mermaid Kisses and Starfish Wishes". Includes one silver mermaid tail charm.
Stitched on your choice of 32 ct. fabric with DMC threads. Stitch count is 112 x 90 and the finished size is 7" x 5.63".
Cross stitch pattern from Happiness Is Heartmade featuring a sampler with the phrase "Except the lord build the house. They labour in vain that build it"!
Stitched on your choice of 14/16 count fabric using DMC threads.Stitch count is 127w x 161h. Finished size for 16 count fabric is 7.94 x 10.06
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a row of Meerkats in Christmas sweaters!
Pattern is stitched onb 40 ct Oyster Shell linen from Fox & Rabbit using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 84 x 45.
Cross stitch pattern by Joan Elliott featuring a beautiful Japanese Geisha!
Model stitched on 28 count green lugana. Stitch on 14 count aida or 28 count evenweave in the color of your choice. Stitch count: 171w x 229h. Finished size: 12" x 16"