I began exploring English Cameo glass after a visit to a museum where I saw some extraordinary examples of this art form. Inevitably, when I find something like this that interests me, I turn it into a cross stitch pattern.
Models stitched on 32 count Blueberry Pie from Grace Notes Fabrics using DMC threads. Stitch count: 100 x 101.
I found an interesting square design in a centuries-old pattern book, where it seemed like the square would have been rotated around and used four times. However, it was unclear which corner would have been in the middle and which would have been on the outer edge. After playing with it for a bit,... Read more
Amish quilts have always fascinated me - I am quite taken with their simplistic beauty, their stunning use of solid color fabrics, and their history. In 2024, I was fortunate to see an exhibit of such quilts at a museum. There was an amazing Broken Star quilt right at the entrance that just drew me... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Modern Folkart Embroidery featuring a Scandinavian-inspired pattern features a selection of deer and Nordic stars and decorative borders. It would be great stitched as a pillow, or beautifully framed as a wall hanging.
Stitched on 32 count linen, this design would... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Sweetheart Tree featuring a beautiful, geometric square with lovely flowers!
Stitched on 32 Count White and Rue Green Belfast Linen using DMC threads with Kreinik and Mill Hill beads. SV-CP250 included. Stitch count is 34 x 34. Four pieces of fabric required,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Sweetheart Tree featuring a beautiful design to adorn a treasure box!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct White and Rue Green Belfast linen using Mill Hill Petite Beads, and DMC and Kreinik threads. Kreinik Silk Couching Thread Size 0 Silver not listed. Stitch count is 72 x 72.
Cross stitch pattern from The Sweetheart Tree featuring a lovely monochromatic treasure box!
Pattern is stitched on Long Jewelry Box by Sudberry House Stitchery but can also be done on 28 or 32 ct Light Mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 156 x 36. Finished size on 28 count is 11.14" x 2.57". Finished size on 32 count is 9.75" x 2.25".
Cross stitch pattern from CM Designs featuring a wreath of beautiful flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using BeStitchMe threads. No DMC conversion for BeStitchMe threads Long Neck Dinosaur, Into The Woods, and Pot of Gold. Stitch count is 95w x 95h. Finished size is 5 7/8" x 5 7/8".
A full stitch floral labyrinth finishing at a stitch count of 135w x 135h. Recommended threads in 9 colors of 12ct. Sulky Petites and Blendables. Model stitched on 14ct. Into The Vale aida from BeStitchMe. Finished size is 9.6" x 9.6" on 14 count.
The Antique Lace pattern by Northern Expressions Needleworks is an elegant, intricate cross-stitch design that combines vintage-inspired elements with a timeless aesthetic. This pattern is characterized by its delicate detailing and rich, classic motifs.
In typical Northern Expressions Needleworks... Read more
The Antique Lace Band Sampler by Northern Expressions Needleworks is a highly detailed, beautiful, and intricate design that captures the delicate elegance of vintage lacework. Its combination of lace bands, soft color palette, and 18 intricate specialty stitches makes it a challenging yet... Read more
Waking Life is the partner of Resting Life. As relaxed and serene as the colours in Resting Life were, the colours in Waking Life are bright, vibrant and full of life. You might say, as different as night and day. ;) As most of you know, the symmetry and flow of mandalas has a special appeal to me,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles featuring a geometric design with birds!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 137 x 137. Finished size is 9.25" x 9.25".