Model is stitched on 40 ct. Cafe Au Lait by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks, The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 404 x 404.
Kicking off a new series " Going to..." So many possibilities! Of course, stitching has to be first! Our delightful stitcher is in a hurry, because her friends are already having the best time! Run rabbit, run!
Pattern is stitched on 40 Count Vintage Country Mocha by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art. Stitch count is 134 x 97.
I just love the way she turned out! Mary is the second sampler in the Samplings in Color, where I take a very simple little sampler and give her a makeover, although the sampler is a reproduction, and the colors are in keeping with the original. She would look great on a neutral linen as well.... Read more
No explanation needed... except of course that it is the second pillow on toweling, and they are a fun stitch, and I love the result. Give it a try!
Pattern is stitched on Moda Rock Pool Toweling Sea Glass Red using Weeks Dye Works, #12 Pearl cotton. Stitch count is 176 x 86. Finish into a 12 x 8 pillow form and stuff with a 13 x 9 pillow form. Stitched with 1 strand over 2 threads.
Has it been a year already since this sampler was released as a club piece? It was released in a very muted version, however, my original vision of the sampler was a bit brighter. So now you have the option of both. The title is the brainchild of my friend Lisa Duffin, who is great with coming up... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needle and Scissors featuring Mrs. Claus on a bird going to help Santa Claus for Christmas!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Country Mocha fabric using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts and DMC floss. Stitch count is 90 x 73. Finished Size is 5 in wide X 4.06 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needle and Scissors featuring Santa Claus riding a bird to deliver toys for Christmas!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Country Mocha fabric using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 90 x 73. Finished size is 4.5" x 3.65".
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needle and Scissors featuring a Christmas pincushion that says "Yuletide"!
The pattern is stitched on 36 count Cocoa by Weeks Dye Works fabric using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts and DMC floss. Stitch count is 178 x 84. Finished Size is 9.89 in wide X 4.67 in high.
This is a continuation of the "Going to" series with - Going to Market -I had this done last August but really wanted to save it for the Nashville Needlework Market.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Zweigart Vintage Country Mocha using Gentle Art & Weeks Dye Works with DMC floss. Stitch count: 111 x 78. Finished size is 5.55 in wide X 3.9 in high.
Going to the Chapel - just a small little design, where you could commemorate your own wedding or stitch for somebody who is getting married.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Zweigart Vintage Country Mocha using Gentle Art & Weeks Dye Works with DMC floss. Stitch count: 114 x 92. Finished size is 5.7 in wide X 4.6 in high.
The design that started it all...a perennial best-seller and perfect for stitchers of all ages! Printed on heavy cardstock, this 8.5" x 11" leaflet features a full-color chart, DMC floss codes, fabric suggestion, and backstitch details.
Pattern is stitched on 18 count Fiddler's Aida in Lite Oatmeal using DMC floss. Stitch count is 112W x 116H.
Note from designer: I have designed these patterns to honor the sacrifices the Jewish people endured during the Spanish Inquisition. Includes both designs.
Pattern is stitched on 18ct Colleen by Grace Notes Fabrics using Weeks Dye Works with DMC conversions. Stitch count is "Here I Am" 143 x 91 "Biscornu" 61 x 61
Note from designer: Isabella Hunter was born February 16, 1875 in Troon, Ayrshire, Scotland. There was a paper originally attached to the back of the sampler with the written words "Isa(bella) & Ma". This suggests that maybe Isa and her mother worked on this sampler together.
Vintage Love pays homage to the yesteryears of young love.
The undeniable nostalgia of innocence, naivety, and idealism
is deeply woven into the lyrics "The Maker said take her and
love her forever, take care of her for life." This line draws
from the song my husband chose to play me... Read more
The stitching in this beautiful sampler with the sacred hearts includes the name Malvina Roisset and the date 1891. I think Marie Louise Malvina Roisset, who would have been 10 years old in 1891, could very well be the stitcher.
Pattern is stitched on 36ct linen using Caron Impressions. Stitch count is 166 x 172. Finished size is 10" x 10".