Shades of Green is the seventh in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design is entirely cross stitch, any type of fabric is suitable.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Chrysalis from Picture This Plus using Dinky Dyes or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249.
Shades of Olive is the eighth in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design is entirely cross stitch, any type of fabric is suitable.
Pattern is stitched on 40 count Regency using Classic Colorworks or Dinky Dyes or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249.
Iris is the seventh in a series of geometric floral designs, inspired by flowers from my mother's garden. This one has been a long time coming, I designed it way back in 2011 when I was working on the others in the floral series, but I'm just finally getting around to releasing it. Because... Read more
I've seen lots of different patriotic themed and stylized flag designs, but for this series I wanted to really stay as true as I could to the actual flags they symbolize, while adding texture and sparkle to reflect my own style. Floss used is from Dinky Dyes and floss packs can be purchased from... 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
Another beautiful Scottish reproduction sampler. I'm very taken with the house that she used in her sampler. These whitewashed stone cottages appear all over Scotland and Ireland. However, one of the unique things about this house is the blue roof. Being curious, I Googled blue slate in... Read more
A modern, fun, and charming design to celebrate the seaside. Each block could be adapted as a pincushion, needlebook, or fob. I added 2 additional charms in the center square to be used for such a purpose. The individual blocks would make a cute ornament set as well. 10 Charms included!
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a sampler with the phrase "Life, He lives long that lives well and time misspent is not lived but lost"!
Model is stitched on 36 count Saltbush linen by Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 126 x 162
This alphabet design from New York Dreamer features flowers and the saying "A bloom c daisy e flowers g h ice cream j kite m n o pots q rain spring time u v w x y z."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Kenneth from Grace Notes Fabric with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count; 134 x 180. Finished size: 8.375" x 11.25"
Cross stitch pattern from New York Dreamer featuring the phrase "Snitches get Stitches"!
Pattern is stitched on 32ct. linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 196 x 134. Finished size is 12.25" x 8.38".
I love the sort of "chocolate box" feel of this little sampler. It's got an old fashioned feel and come on, that row of stars is so fun! It would be simple to personalize this design with different hair color for you and your sweetie. I chose a deep frame for the model to emphasize the... Read more
This sampler is a unique and colorful German sampler. It contains picturesque scenes typical of German samplers.
The model was stitched on Tabbycat "Cockleshell" with Weeks Dye Works floss. DMC equivalents are included. The design is stiched in cross stitch over 2. Stitch count: 259 (w) x 252 (h)
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 exclusive for the Nashville show for 2 months. This is a quick stitch with shades of blue, green, and rust accomplished in cross stitch over 2.
Stitched on Cedar River "Maple Bar" 40 ct. with 100/3 silks. Stitch count: 149 (w) x 202 (h). Finished size is 7 1/2" x 10 1/8".
This designs celebrates the friendships that are created in the Cross Stitch community across the world. It features women from the UK, Australia and the USA. (I also have a design done for the EU, NZ and Canada as well as France, Germany & Italy with plans to adapt the dresses to many more flags as... Read more
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.
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
"His Lordship has arrived." Model stitched over 2 threads on 25 Ct. Antique White Lugana with DMC floss, Kreinik #4 braid and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 100x120.
A nostalgic look back to a simpler place and time. This quaint sampler shows a Swiss Shepherd and his family standing in their band-sampler garden in the shadow of the alphabet mountains. The stitch count is 194W x 245H. Choose your favorite fabric and one color of any thread (you will need 63 yards).
Beach Day from Petal Pusher features 5 individual patterns that can be combined to create one picture. This pattern features a scuba diving horse!
The Model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Nessie linen by Picture This Plus. Stitch count for this design is 51W x 72H. Stitch count for all five patterns stitched together is 247W x 75H.
I chose to finish this with vintage hardware from a thrifted bell pull, but it also fits perfectly into an 8x10 frame. I just couldn't resist that golden touch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Hibiscus" by Fiber On A Whim with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 89 w x 107 h
This cross stitch design features 2 patterns - a heart that says "Peace & Plenty" in the center and a design with a crow, pumpkin, leafy vines, and "Peace & Plenty" at the bottom.
Model stitched on 35 ct linen of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count 129 x 129. Instructions are in French.
This pattern features two designs - a small sampler worked in red, and two prairie girls by a home with "Home Sweet Home". Instructions in French.
Model can be stitched on 35 ct. or 32 ct. tea colored linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 85 x 85.
This sampler features two friends in the center and "Cross Stitching together is more precious than anything." There is room at the bottom for two initials and the word "Friends". Instructions are in French.
Model stitched on 35ct. or 32ct. Ivory or tea colored linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 97 x 351.