My lace design series are all patterns that have been inspired by old pieces of lace. A number of stitchers have shared with me their wish for a design in this series that would be a little smaller than many of the others, and so the idea for Lovely Lace was born.
These three little designs were inspired by the motifs and colors found in some fun cotton fabric that was used for a project bag. I love geometrical designs and the color palette really caught my eye! That said, with only five colors, it is easy to substitute in a different color palette for a... Read more
There is nothing quite like Texas in the Spring. Our family makes a point of going out into the fields of Bluebonnets every spring to take pictures and bask in the beauty of wildflowers.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Chantilly linen by Color and Cotton using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch Count 130 x 80.
Thistles stand out against the late spring and summer grasses. This exquisite biscornu features a delicate arrangement of thistles, with their bright pinky purple blooms and curling green leaves woven through the intricate design. Inspired by the resilience of the thistle, this piece evokes a sense... Read more
I love springtime and the lush, vibrant carpet of color in the Texas countryside. The centerpiece in this charming pillow is the Texas Bluebonnet surrounded by Indian Paintbrush and Mexican Hat flowers with cute little butterflies swooping in to check things out. There are 2 word options within this... Read more
Celebrate the spooky fun of Halloween with this playful cross stitch design that shouts "BOO!" in a bold, festive style. Whether stitched in classic black for a vintage vibe, or in vibrant Halloween hues for a pop of color, this bauble (boo-ble) is packed with festive fall details.
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Thirza Hudson 1825 is a reproduction of a gorgeous original sampler in our collection from Colne, Lancashire in the North West of England.
The patterns stitch count is 95 x 134 stitches and our model is stitched using 1 strand of floss over 2 linen threads on 36ct linen. We have used Weeks... Read more
Ada Mary Hornsey of Wellingborough, England stitched her sampler at age 10. "My father, my mother I know I cannot your kindness repay, but I hope that, as older I grow, I shall learn your commands to obey."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct Light Sand linen with Needlepoint Inc Silks. Stitch Count: 184W x 238H. Finished Size: 9 1/8" x 12".
This sampler is an accurate reproduction of an American Quaker sampler from Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. A small image of the antique and a brief family genealogy are included in the package of this sweet sampler.
Model stitched on 36 ct. Straw by Weeks Dye Works using Needlepoint Inc. thread with DMC substitutions listed. Stitch count is 143 x 132.
This pattern is an adorable early-spring delight. This cute frog in a raincoat sits atop his toadstool with his bouquet of fresh flowers for his frog friend!
Pattern is stitched on 16ct Jade Aida. Stitch count is 43w x 54h.
Cross stitch pattern from Yasmin's Made With Love featuring the phrase "Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower" with a beautiful nature scene.
Stitched on 40 ct fabric with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, The Gentle Art, and DMC floss. Stitch count is 87 x 159 with a finished size of 4.35" x 7.95".
Cross stitch pattern from Yasmin's Made With Love featuring the letter L for Lemon!
Pattern is stitched on 18ct Aida Vellum by Picture This Plus using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 102 x 120.
Cross stitch pattern from Yasmin's Made With Love featuring the letter L for Lemon!
Pattern is stitched on 36ct Latte Edinburg by Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, DMC, and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion(No DMC conversion for Weeks Dye Works 1329). Stitch count is 102 x 120.
This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring the phrase "There is no place like home"!
Model stitched on 32 ct. Belfast using Natural linen. Stitch count 133 x 84.
This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a girl dressed up as a ladybug!
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 123 x 83.
Cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo featuring a tree making a heart and two squirrels hauling acorns!
Model stitched on Belfast 32 ct. Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 161 x 157.
This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo features a pot of lovely flowers, shown finished as a small pillow. The design comes with a wooden button that says "fatto a mano" on one side and "handmade" on the other side. Finishing instructions are included.
A spooky addition to our Halloween collection! Our model was stitched on 35-count Carrot linen from Weeks Dye Works using DMC. Stitch count: 56 wide x 121 high
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring bunnies and chicks racing to supply Easter baskets with jelly beans! Fun to stitch in bright colors...minimal backstitching!
Model stitched on 16 ct. white Aida using DMC thread.
Stitch count is 128 x 99.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring an easy to stitch beautiful berry basket with many fun-to-stitch berries and a simple "Berry good" sentiment all in beautiful black and berry colors. Think of blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, gooseberries, etc., as you stitch!
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Tan aida using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 91 x 87.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring a fun to stitch design of a cute little contemporary witch stating her Halloween frame-of-mind! "I get a little bit witchy on Halloween"
Model stitched on 14 ct. White Aida using DMC thread.
Stitch Count: 101 x 134.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring "Happy Harvest Thyme" to all! Done in fall colors of brown, golden brown, and mahogany, this piece looks great with gourds, Indian corn, and pumpkins. Nice for Thanksgiving display.
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Tea-Dyed White Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count is 140 x 84.
Do you enjoy small stitcheries that you can finish in 1 or 2 sittings? If so, I'm introducing my new Hoop-It-Ups design series, consisting of small stitcheries that can be framed in embroidery hoops. First in the series is this Halloween set, featuring 2 goofy jacks and a little word stitchery... Read more