"The ocean is a vast trove of treasures. As a curious young mermaid, Coraline loves to wander the open sea, collecting gems from caves to sunken ships. One of her favorites is the Apo Reef, where abundant marine life and rich corals thrive. As a keeper of lost treasures, her collections are... Read more about Treasures: Mermaid Coraline - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Currents along the shore sway the kelps gracefully where light is limited, making this a great location for refuge. Thus, our little mermaid, lively and playful, often finds this her adventure place. Every time she swims with her sea friends, she gathers garlands, where everything seems normal... Read more about Treasures: Mermaid Kelpie - Cross Stitch Pattern
"The mystery lies beneath the sapphire blue waters. Rumors has it, that a young maiden appears, clasping sea treasures, luring young men to be her lover."
"Naya, the mermaid of awakening tides, carries the first whispers of spring through the sea. Wherever her song drifts, blooms awaken and the promise of renewal follows."
Cross stitch pattern from Frony Ritter Designs featuring a mermaid holding a garland with the words "Seas and Greetings".
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct. Pistachio aida using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Rainbow Gallery threads. The stitch count is 97 x 97 and the finished size is 6.06" x 6.06". Also recommended is the Mill Hill charm 12172.
Cross stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a pin drum with elegant sailing ships and the phrase "And I will love you still my dear 'till all the seas run dry"!
Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh is one of my favorite books. In it, Mrs. Lindbergh used specific shells from the beach: Channelled Whelk, Moon Shell, Double-Sunrise, Oyster Bed and Argonauta, to illustrate beautiful pondering and insight on being a woman, a wife, a mother.
This cross stitch pattern from By The Bay Needleart features the stately sea captain's home with large fruit trees and the words "Hope", "Courage" & "Trust."
The model was stitched on 16 Ct. Heritage Aida by Picture This Plus with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 127x96. Finished size: 7.94" x 6".
Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a cute heart shaped design of an underwater scene with a large orange octopus in the center.
Model stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 35 x 34 and the finished size is 2.50" x 2.43".
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Plage a" (At The Beach) with a European beach scene including beach chair, anchor, seagull, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 188 x 182.
This pattern is the third design in the "From the Shores of Nantucket" series of biscornus from MTV Designs! Featuring a whale design with anchors and buoys.
Stitched over two threads on 32 ct linen with DMC floss. Stitch count is 71 x 71 with a finished size of 4.44" x 4.44".
Cross stitch design from Needle Bling featuring a sailing ship, lighthouse, mermaids and "Bound to your mind, sirend by your voice. You look at me like I'd have a choice. But I'm a sailor and you are the sea. Give me your storms, don't stop singing to me."
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring a mermaid under the ocean and the phrase "Come out of your shell. Take time to coast sea life's beauty. Be shore of yourself. Make waves"!
Model stitched on 30 count Ancient Stones Linen by The Primitive Hare using Classic Color Works and DMC floss. Stitch count: 137 x 160. Finished size: 135 x 155. Bead pack not included.
The models were stitched on 32 Ct. linen of your choice with DMC floss. "Sea" pillow stitch count is 123x37. Finished size: 7 1/2" x 2 1/3". Crab design stitch count is approximately 38" x 38". Finished size: 2 1/3" x 2 1/3". Comes with a silver crab charm and a bit of lace.
This nautical alphabet smapler set of patterns will create 5 designs perfect for pillows. Includes one silver anchor charm.
Stitched on 32 ct. linen of your choice with DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch counts and finished sizes are listed below.
ABCD:Stitch count is 96 x 46,... Read more about Sea Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Note from the designer: Growing up in the maritimes, I often heard this ancient rhyme that has been used by sailors and fisher folk. Use this as a rule of thumb for weather forecasting (even if you are not near the sea)!
A sampler from Tempting Tangles featuring various boats, ships, and buildings and the phrase "Semper Paratus". The Latin phrase means Always Ready and is the motto for many organizations including the US Coast Guard.