What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.
In the Netherlands, autumn is usually wet and gloomy, and it is only in December that we celebrate Sinterklaas and Christmas. Now that Halloween is also celebrated here, autumn has suddenly become a lot more fun and we have cheerful October, November and December months.
This pillow pair uses the same floral banding on each to embellish spring sentiments stitched on vibrant fabrics! The floral bands have been frayed at the edges to give them a tattered or vintage look, and the top and bottom of each band has been sewn into the seam of the pillow. The contrast of the... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Crafty Bluebonnet Designs featuring a church at Christmas and the phrase "O' come let us adore him Christ the Lord"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Dark Cobblestone Lugana by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 198 x 134. Finished size is 12.38 in wide X 8.38 in high.
This piece turned out just as beautifully as I'd envisioned it in my head, late one night trying to fall asleep, which (trust me) doesn't always happen! This is such a bold statement piece due to both the heavy Quaker style alphabet and the eye catching dimensional motif which is stitched on a... Read more
Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring a lovely house on spools!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art threads. Stitch Count is 31 x 69. Finished size is 1.94 in wide X 4.31 in high.
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a Christmas reindeer with the phrase "Let your light shine"!
The model was stitched on 28 count linen. You will also need thread Gold Rush XS from Rainbow Gallery. Stitch count 166 x 153. Finished size is 11.86" x 10.93"
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring a beautiful box and pincushion. Finishing instructions are included.
Pattern is stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Light Sand linen by Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss and Mill Hill beads. Fabric Size: 17w x 26h. Finishing... Read more
The pattern from MTV Designs features a saltbox house, with an American flag on the roof and large sunflowers in the yard.
Stitched Over two threads on 32 count Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works using Vadani Threads with DMC Conversion provided. Fabric Size: 17" x 26. It is shown... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Bling Designs featuring Santa Claus's Christmas suit!
Stitched over two threads on 28 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch Counts: 63 (h) x 60 (w). Finished Size 4 1/2" x 4 3/8"
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Bling Designs featuring Santa Claus's sled with the word "Welcome" with milk and cookies!
Stitched over two threads on 36 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Counts: 42 (h) x 104 (w). Finished Size 3 3/8" x 5 7/8"
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Bling Designs featuring bees and a beehive with the phrase "Enjoying the stitch"!
Stitched over two threads on 36 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch Counts: 64 (h) x 68 (w) / Finished Size 3 5/8" x 3 7/8".
Woven red roses adorn the lid of this tiny treasure. Lay your tired, worn, and broken needles to rest until Hari-Kuy? next February. Hari-Kuy? is a Japanese memorial service to give thanks to needles for their hard work throughout the year. Or if you just like creepy needlework, this one's for you.... Read more
A modern, fun, and charming design to celebrate the seaside. Each block could be adapted as a pincushion, needlebook, or fob. I added 2 additional charms in the center square to be used for such a purpose. The individual blocks would make a cute ornament set as well. 10 Charms included!
Cross stitch pattern from New York Dreamer featuring the phrase "Snitches get Stitches"!
Pattern is stitched on 32ct. linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 196 x 134. Finished size is 12.25" x 8.38".