A Pennsylvania-German Stocking; this stocking was updated with a change of linen color from a pale green to a more neutral cream. And, a new alphabet has been added.
The model was stitched on 40 ct. Thornfield from Needle and Flax with Needle point Silk and Dinky Dyes floss. The stitch count is 172 x 495 and the finished size is 8.6" x 24.75".
A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".
A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".
Whittaker brings a chilly vibe to the Animal Cracker crew! This snowman in pants and a scarf has a small pinkeep on hand for stray pins and holiday spirit.
Whittaker is stitched on 36 count Linen using Gentle Arts Threads. Stitch Count: 60 wide by 101 high. Finished Size: 3 1/4" wide by 5 3/4" high
A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".
A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".
A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".
A trio of smalls, the stitch count and materials are the same for all three patterns.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Delaware Crossing by Needle & Flax using Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 45 x 65 and the finished size is 2.5" x 3.6".
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a sampler themed stocking patter originally designed in 2004.
The stocking was just stitched on 40-Count Thornfield Linen from Needle and Flax using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count for the stocking is 172 x 447. Finished size is 8 1/2" x 22 1/4". Stitch count for the sampler is 83 x 446. Finished size is 4 1/8" x 22 1/4".
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a Christmas themed stocking and sampler design. Note from the designer, "I love this design! One thing Marty has taught me about designing is to always try to incorporate movement in a piece. She certainly did that well here! (I, on the other hand, am not... Read more about Skating Santa Stocking & Sampler - Christmas Cross Stitch
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a large bird perched in a tree over a town.
This design is stitched on 40-Count Thornfield from Needle and Flax with NPI silk floss. The stitch count is 145 x 130 and the finished size is 7.25" x 6.5".
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring a line of quilting stars and flying geese!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Light Khaki linen by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 145 x 21 and the finished size is 8" x 1.17".
The newest design in the Faire series...Pear Faire!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Milk & Honey lugana by Fiber On a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 93 x 70. Finished size is 5.81" x 4.38".
This design is a reproduction of an antique theorem from the early 1800's I found in Pennsylvania. I found it at an outdoor antique market in 20-degree weather with crazy cold winds blowing! I couldn't take my eyes off of it and knew immediately what I wanted to do. It HAD to become a sampler! The... Read more about From Velvet to Linen - Cross Stitch Pattern
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a large crescent moon overlooking a town. Inspired by the Edgar Allen Poe quote stitched in the pattern, "At Midnight during the month of June, I stand beneath the mystic moon".
A vintage inspired row of flowers that all the pollinators love to visit!
Designer's note: I also stitched a version that combines Pollinator's Garden and The Queen Bee. I stitched this on 36 ct. Dove linen by Weeks Dye Works using the same fibers except for one substitution: I used GAST... Read more about Pollinator's Garden - Cross Stitch Pattern
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a cute springtime Quaker design with butterflies, hearts, and more!
This design is stitched on 40-Count Thornfield from Needle and Flax with NPI silk floss. The stitch count is 172 x 155 and the finished size is 8.6" x 7.75".
This design is a collaboration I did with my daughter, Liz, from Hello From Liz Mathews. It was such fun doing this with her!
Models were stitched on 40 ct.Twilight linen from Picture This Plus with Needlepoint Silk floss. The stitch count is 154 x 126 and the finished size is 7.7" x 6.3".
Heartfelt Christmas is the last in the Heartfelt series, with a cheerful and colorful basket holding a wee little tree!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. linen using Classic Colorworks floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 47 x 71 and the finished size is 2.94" x 4.44".
Note from the designer: Since I'm now a resident of Baltimore County, Maryland, it felt totally appropriate that I design a Baltimore Album Quilt Sampler. This was such a fun piece to design! It took lots of research and the more I researched the more I loved the entire concept!
This design is the third in The Heartfelt Series, which celebrates some popular holidays. Heartfelt Patriot is a perfect way to celebrate Memorial Day, Independence Day or just the good ol' USA!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 47 x 71. Finished size is 2.94" x 4.44".
This design is the start of a new series, The Heartfelt Series, which will celebrate some popular holidays. The first one is Heartfelt Valentine and it is a sweet little valentine. A tulip in a basket and a checkerboard heart in pinks and reds definitely says February and Valentine to me! It makes a... Read more about Heartfelt Valentine - Valentine Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring a comfortable place in your home to stitch!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Winter White linen by Seraphim Fabrics using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 161 x 41 and the finished size is 8.9" x 2.3".
Continuing the Christmas theme is All is Calm, a quick to stitch duo.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct. Lambswool linen by Wichelt with The Gentle Arts wool floss. Stitch Count: Pillow 72 x 44; Ornament 27 x 36.
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a beautiful lady standing among nature with the words "A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband, but she that has no shame is rottenness in his bones".
February is feeling all the love for his valentine! This little sheep is the February addition to The Shepherd's Year series.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 63 x 78 and the finished size is 3.5" x 4.33".
I used to make a lot more jams and jellies than I do these days. But the full bloom of summer always makes me think about making preserves. Summer Jam is my little tribute to those summer days. All the bowls and baskets of fruit, the steamy kitchen as the jam cooks, and the beautiful little... Read more about Summer Jam - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring a patriotic bunting with the phrase "Hooray for the red white and blue"!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct. Delft Blue by Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 133 x 25. Finished size is 8 3/4" x 1 5/8".
Cross stitch pattern from New York Dreamer featuring Wisdom, part of the Virtues series.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Not Another Sampler linen with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss. The stitch count is 81 x 55 with a finished size of 4.5" x 3.06".
Valentine Quaker is a timeless Quaker-style sampler stitched in a soft, romantic Valentine palette. Featuring a graceful floral heart at the center, surrounded by classic Quaker motifs, stars, flowers, and borders, this design captures the charm of historic samplers with a warm, vintage feel.... Read more about Valentine Quaker - Cross Stitch Pattern
The parade of sweet sheep continues with August & September. August's sheep is enjoying the plentiful sunshine and green meadows. The series will be released two at a time, the next being October & November.