This lovely - quite late - antique English sampler is so pleasing with its symmetry and familiar motifs. I particularly loved recreating the look of pink bricks, making each look different through the use of softly variegated thread. The original stitcher's initials are the same as two of my... Read more
When asked to do an Autumn-themed design for Homespun Australia, I immediately thought of the cool breezes of the season, and of beautiful autumn leaves spinning in the air. I added some running hares enjoying the day and a grand tree with changing colors standing tall above. I hope stitching this... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring a spooky Halloween ghost town!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct. Trick or Treat precut linen by MTVDesigns using Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC Conversions. Stitch count is 75 x 67. Finished Size is 4.92 x 4.33
This sampler is an adaption from the Harmon Museum in Lebanon Ohio. Lydia stitched her sampler on linen with wool floss. She was 11 years old at the time.
The model was stitched Linen with Gentle Arts Wool threads. Stitch count: 125 (w) x 145 (h).
This design is a modern design in the style of Traditional Samplers. It celebrates Spring because that is where Australia is headed next! There are deer, birds, bunnies, butterflies, a dog and cat enjoying the new fruits and flowers of the season.
Sampler Model is stitched on 18 count Bush Scrub fabric by Paddock Lane Designs. Stitch count 160x90.
This design is a modern design in the style of Traditional Samplers. It celebrates Spring because that is where Australia is headed next! There are deer, birds, bunnies, butterflies, a dog and cat enjoying the new fruits and flowers of the season.
The smalls are stitched on 32 count Bush Scrub linen fabric by Paddock Lane Designs. Stitch counts 50x50, 59x39 and 60x70
Glenella is a beautiful historical cottage in the Blue Mountains west of Sydney. This piece features the house and the iconic Three Sisters rock formation. "The colours change with blue and crimson blending"
This piece was designed for the more advanced stitcher using petit point,... Read more
This spooky butterfly was inspired by Day of the Dead imagery. The model was stitched on 20 ct Jalapeno by Fiber on a Whim, with three sulky threads. Stitch count is 123 x 91.
This chart is an antique reproduction sampler, with options for the stitcher to customize. I have charted three options for the stitcher to choose from. The last line of this sampler is where the custom choices are. Three options include; the original antique version Prepare to meet thy God", a... Read more
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Belfast linen vintage country mocha by Zweigart with Romy's Creations threads with DMC converions. Stitch count is 98 x 161.
Cross stitch pattern from Rosie and Me Creations featuring the phrase "Never blend in with the crowd. It's standing out that makes us different"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Pearl Gray linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Creek Color threads (only DMC conversion listed). Stitch count is 109 x 71.