This piece captures the winter magic in the woods. Falling snow and one brilliant cardinal taking off into the winter air. Did you spot the little treehouse behind him?
Cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo featuring a cute snowman wearing a green sweater and holding a star with his cardinal friend perched on a sled.
Pattern is stitched on 35 ct. Zweigart linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 95 x 133 and the finished size is 5.43" x 7.6".
As we round out the end of the year and the WordyBirds series, we close with these two beautiful cardinals visiting a sweet snowman. With some pines and poinsettias, spreading Christmas cheer is simple and stitch-worthy!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Mojito Smoothie Lugana by Grace Notes with DMC floss. The stitch count is 117 x 71 and the finished size is 7.3" x 4.4".
Cross stitch pattern from Stitches By Ethel featuring a charming cardinal giving a Christmas candy cane to the moon!
Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel fabric using The Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count: 67 x 80. Finished size is 4.79 in wide X 5.71 in high.
Note from the designer: "Aren't cardinals just the sweetest little songbirds? They are beautiful no matter the season, and the females are my very favorites. Even as a child, I remember thinking their soft brown feathers were the most beautiful color. When I designed this, I couldn't decide if I... Read more about Cardinal Kin - Cross Stitch Pattern
In a wee pine grove, a radiance of five Chilly Cardinals are gathered in treetops collecting snowflakes for making snow crystals. A pine garland with juicy red berries and numbers from 0-9 frame the top and bottom of this whimsical design. Completing this sampler is a lowercase alphabet that is... Read more about Chilly Cardinals Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Autumn Lane Stitchery featuring a lovely winter village at night!
Patterns stitched on 28 count or 32 count Blue Moon linen from BeStitchMe using DMC. Stitch count is 95 x 150 stitches. Finished size on 28 Ct is 6.8" x 10.7". Finished size on 32 Ct is 5.9" x 9.4".
Cross stitch pattern from New York Dreamer featuring a cute snowman with a large bird standing a holly branch.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Stormy Cloud with Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss. The stitch count is 106 x 100 and the finished size is 6.63" x 6.25".
Note from designer: The design When Cardinals Appear is based on the beautiful quotation: "When cardinals appear, loved ones are near". It's so meaningful to those of us who have lost a loved one. It is a companion to last years' Bluebird of Happiness Sampler. The model was stitched on a... Read more about When Cardinals Appear - Cross Stitch Pattern
A beautiful red Cardinal rests on his perch in this wonderful design which comes with hand painted 28 Ct. "Woodland" linen by Crossed Wing Collection. Stitched using DMC floss, the stitch count is 60 x 61 with a finished size: of approx 5" x 5".
Cross stitch pattern from Frony Ritter Designs featuring four cute wild animal stockings including a cardinal, bunny, fox, and bear.
Pattern is stitched on perforated paper using DMC floss. Each stocking has a stitch count of 30 x 35 with a finished size of 2.14" x 2.5". Optional Mill Hill beads 40479 White, 42012 Royal Plum
It's Wintertime in the city with ice skating mice, sledding snowmen, a chocolate shop, red cardinals, and snow covered houses. Inverno in citta english translation, winter in the city.
Model stitched on 32ct Natural Belfast Linen using DMC thread.
Stitch count: 235 x 263.
From Lizzie Kate's Christmas Blessings series. Model stitched on 32 Ct. Mushroom Lugana (or similar fabric) with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC. Comes with star charm. Stitch Count: 32W x 32H. Finished size: 2" x 2". See LizzieKate.com for the free border and instructions for the entire series ornament style.
This festive little raccoon is all bundled up for winter fun! Dressed in a starry red hat, cozy coat, and cheerful green scarf, he's joined by his cardinal friends for a snowy day of holiday cheer. Surrounded by delicate snowflakes, this playful design is sure to bring warmth and whimsy to your... Read more about Rockin' Raccoon Christmas - Cross Stitch Pattern
Did you know that a group of cardinals is called a "radiance?" This year the holiday card features radiant cardinals enjoying a gingerbread bird house! I couldn't decide which version I liked best so I included both.
Model was stitched on 30ct Natural, Northern Cross linen using DMC, Weeks Dye Works and Crescent Colours floss. Stitch count 95x124. Frame is Meg Finish Fleamarket icing Size 8x10.
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring winter cardinals having a Merry Christmas!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Cocoa Linen from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 55 x 83 and the finished size is 3.44" x 5.19".
Cross stitch pattern from Homespun Elegance Ltd featuring a cardinal with the phrase "Come home to comfort and joy"!
Model stitched on 30 ct. 'Beige' hand-dyed linen using DMC, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks thread. Stitch count: 64 x 49. Finished size: 4 1/4 x 3 1/4.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique White Jobelan using DMC floss with Caron Waterliles, Kreinik braids, Treasure braids, the Gentle Arts, Threadworx and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count is 128w x 137h.
My Heart Is Filled With Love is a charming counted cross stitch sampler featuring hearts, gentle florals, and soft romantic tones. This printed chart is perfect for stitchers who prefer a physical pattern to work from.
Stitched on 16/32 count white. Stitch Count: 43w x 49h. Finished size: 3.07" x 3.50".
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me in the shape of a stocking featuring a cardinal perched among holly berries and the word "Noel".
Model stitched over 2 on 28 ct mint Cashel linen fabric with DMC thread and Kreinik #4 braid. Stitch Count: 114w x 157h. Finished size: 8 1/8" x 11 1/8". Designed by Pamela Kellogg.
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a portrait of a beautiful goldfinch!
Recommended fabric is white 14 count aida. Model stitched with DMC floss and Kreinik #8 braid. Stitch count: 73w x 113h. Finished size: 5.25" x 8". Designed by Pamela Kellogg.
Create a unique and very festive display this holiday. Our classic Kooler Snowflake Ornaments lend a light and airy note to any tree. Simply exquisite, each snowflake has a different motif in the center making each piece unique! So Make one or make them all! These stylish ornaments with their... Read more about Snowflake Elegance Ornaments - Cross Stitch Pattern
This design from Annie Beez Folk Art features 3 gift tag ornaments - a red cardinal, reinder and "Merry & Bright."
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 25 Ct. Raw Dublin linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Counts: Cardinal - 35x46, Snowy Home - 40x52, Merry & Bright - 48x44. Shown with buttons from Mill Hill.
Cross stitch pattern from Mani Di Donna featuring two sweet pillow designs perfect for your Christmas decor. One reads "Faith, Peace, & Joy" with holly leaves and berries. The other reads "Be Merry" with red cardinals.
The model was stitched on 32 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count for each pillow is 117 x 57 and the finished size is 7.31" x 3.56".
To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring a needle book with a red cardinal on the front!
The model was stitched on 30 count Old Salem Linen by The Primitive Hare using DMC and Gentle Arts Sampler Thread. Stitch count: 55 x 85. Finished size: 53 x 84.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a cute holiday design with Santa Claus holding geese and cardinals with holly and other animals around.
Model stitched on 28 count fabric with Classic Colorworks floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 98 x 98 and the finished size is approx. 7" x 7".