In the Netherlands, autumn is usually wet and gloomy, and it is only in December that we celebrate Sinterklaas and Christmas. Now that Halloween is also celebrated here, autumn has suddenly become a lot more fun and we have cheerful October, November and December months.
After WWII, a major reconstruction took place in the destroyed Rotterdam. As a child I lived in such a neighborhood in the late 1950s. New houses, shops, schools, etc. I had a wonderful time living and going to school there, unfortunately this entire neighborhood has already been demolished due to... Read more about The Olde Schoolhouse - Cross Stitch Pattern
In this little bag the stitched ladies keep your threads ready to stitch. I love all kinds of little bags and have a lot!!
They hold my make-up, nail polish, charging cords etc. This is a lovely addition to my collection.
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Zweigart Cashel. Stitch count is 172 x 73. Finished size is 12.29 in wide X 5.21 in high.
Travelling the Illinois Hyw 1 we saw a beautiful greyish/white barn that was the inspiration for this barn. We live in a polder in the Netherlands where farmers have little stalls to sell their products. You can buy potatoes, eggs, pumpkins, strawberries, etc. Cycling in our polder I thought the... Read more about Barn Sale - Cross Stitch Pattern
This pattern will create a nice pindrum with a spring theme. Includes instructions on how to make the pindrum.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Milk & Honey by Fiber on a Whim with Gentle Arts floss (DMC Conversion included). Stitch count is 243 x 64. Finished size is 15.5 x 4 inches for 32 count fabric.
Pattern by Thistles featuring a snowman and trees. Chish means "Tree" in the Apache language. This tree, which many people have in their homes during the holiday season, symbolizes warmth and togetherness.
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring the bible sentiment "a house divided cannot stand"! Stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Cocoa linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 187W x 83H. Finished size: 12 1/2" x 5 1/2".
Model was stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Cornsilk Weeks Dye Works linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 200 X 81. Finished size: 11.5 x 4.5".
Models stitched on two over two threads on 32 count linen of your choice with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 39 x 82. Finished size 2.5" x 5.5".
"The best thing about the future is it comes one day at a time." Model stitched on over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Bramble linen with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 137W x 137H. Finished Size: 9.25" x 8.75"
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring adorable foxes in a circle with the phrase "Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head. Matthew 8:20"
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Steinbeck from Needle and Flax using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 175 x 173.
Model stitched one over two on 32 Ct. Jack o' Lantern linen using DMC floss, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 125W x 117H. Design Size: 7 5/8" x 7"
Model was stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Cocoa Weeks Dye Works linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 113 X 112. Finished size: 7 x 7.25".
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Straw Linen using Classic Colorworks, DMC floss, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 264W x 320H. Design Size: 13 1/4" x 16"
Just Treats is a darling Halloween stitch that is designed to be finished with an oval paper-mache box. The perfect place to hide a Halloween treat. There are other patterns available in the Trick or Treat Cove series, and more to come!
Patriotic designs are some of my favorites. This one was worked on #32 Vintage Country Mocha Belfast using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count: 71 W x 79 H
Cross stitch pattern from The Mindful Needle featuring elegant pillows for your Christmas decor.
Merry and Peace are stitched on 30 count linen in color Old Salem from Primitive Hare. Three colors of Weeks Dye Works were used and DMC substitutions are provided. Stitch count: Merry - 108... Read more about Christmas Pillows - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from The Mindful Needle featuring a great design for use at retreats and stitching events. Friends Who Count includes an alphabet and numbers to stitch the event name and date. It can also be personalized as a gift for your stitching bestie.
Celebrate America's Semiquincentennial with this sweet little pincushion.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Crypt Cloth from Lapin Loops using Au Ver A Soie silks. The stitch count is 80 x 80 for the top/bottom with a finished size of 4" x 4". Each side has a stitch count of 80 x 20 with a finished size of 4" x 1".
This design by Tiny Modernist features a cute bunny gentleman with a top hat and spring flowers.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Gandalf Lugana by Grace Notes Fabrics with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 72 x 72 and the finished size is 4.5" x 4.5".
Cross Stitch pattern from The Nebby Needle with a tree, flowers and alphaet."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. fabric with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 115W x 112H. Finished size: 6.3" x 6.2"
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Dwarf from Picture This Plus and Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 142w x 50h each.
"I have a garden of my own, shining with flowers of every hue; I love it dearly while alone, but I shall love it more with you"
The model was stitched on 36 ct Wheat from Fiber On A Whim using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 113w x 123h. Finished size is 6.28 in wide X 6.83 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from The Nebby Needle featuring a biscornu with sheep!
The model was stitched on 32 ct Stormy Night using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is approx. 50 x 50 per side. Finished size per side is 3" x 3"
Cross stitch pattern from The Nebby Needle featuring a biscornu with sheep!
The model was stitched on 36 ct Silver Fox from Fiber On A Whim using a Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 133w x 133h. Finished size is 7.39 in wide X 7.39 in high.
Note from Designer: While working on these patterns, I also focused on the emotions that fill a stitcher's heart and thoughts that fill the brain when he/she picks up
a fabric and threads. As a result, these 7 patterns carry the essence of those emotions.
Europe Sampler inspired by European Old School Samplers. You may see the glimpse of the typical motives of Dutch, English and German old samplers. Purple is the color of the Royal dynasties of Europe.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Platinum using DMC threads. Stitch count is 279 x 279.
The model is stitched on 16 Count Zweigart Aida Smokey Pearl as 2 over 1. There are 32 different colors on the pattern and all called for DMC. 1 skein requires for all colors. Stitch count is 177 x 129. Finished Size is 11.1 x 8.1.
Two old witches chat at their most popular cafe before their evening flights and witch dance. Their main topic of conversation is the spectacle they will create with their costumes and the dance they will perform around the bonfire that night. The cafe owner serves them the cafe's special treat,... Read more about Old Cafe - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern
This spooky calendar design is perfect for October! The calendar is made for 2025, if the stitchers want to replace the year from 2025 to another year, consider that Columbus day is the second Monday of the month.
Model stitched on 32 ct Belfast Linen Cyprus as 2 over 2 with DMC threads. Stitch count is 147 x 179 with a finished size of 9.2" x 11.2".
Christmas is just around the corner and there's a bustle at the North Pole unlike any other. Santa will retire next year! To decide who will succeed him, he plans to distribute gifts with four candidates and choose the most successful one to be the new Santa. Which one do you think Santa will... Read more about A Little Merry Christmas - Cross Stitch Book
I learned my letters with a needle and thread Lydia May thought, same as
Mama did before me. Each stitch had to mind its place, just like a person
ought to. The birds kept me company while I worked, hopping close as if
they were curious what I'd make of myself.