Bright and cheerful, A Really Good Day is a design that aims to cheer you up when you are feeling down and bring a smile to your face whenever you see it. It is a simple and fun design to stitch, and my hope is that it will add a little happiness to each and every day.
My second Valentine offering is a celebration of borders in over-dyed cotton flosses of pinks and reds. This is another quick, fun stitch to celebrate the day of love!
Winter Sunshine is a part of a series that has fun with mandala motifs acting as the "sun" in each design. Winter focuses on the whites, blues and grays of the winter season, with the swirls giving a blustery feel, blowing snowflakes through the air.
"Loud, beating drums and exciting cheers filled the air as the parade started. Street dancers with vibrantly colored masks danced their hearts out. What are you waiting for? Come and experience Bacolod City's MassKara Festival, where smiles will fill your heart all the way through."
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"For those unfamiliar with the Book of Days, it's a monthly calendar with plenty of space to jot down notes each day--whether stitching progress, appointments or birthday reminders. The Book of Days is a favorite among stitchers and non-stitchers alike. Each year we include a different antique... Read more
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 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
"Sometimes you will never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory." the disembodied voice of Dr Seuss whispered in Jack's big floppy ear. "Mark my words little bunny... they are important!" To be continued...
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. Stitch count: 294 x 335.
Air Mail June is #7 in the series, featuring the Silver-Throated Tanager. This bird won a beauty contest on my Instagram account! Those purples and yellows are so fun to stitch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Count Silver Moon linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count: 73 wide x 85 tall
Cross stitch pattern from My Big Toe Designs featuring the bible verse "She seeks wool and flax and works willingly with her hands. Proverbs 31:13"!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Country French Cafe Mocha linen using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 137w x 236h. Finished size is 8.56 in wide X 14.75 in high.
Inspired by motifs from antique German patterns, these stylized doves are perched to proclaim Peace on Earth or the Latin Pax in Terra and are perfect to showcase throughout the winter months. Models are stitched on different fabrics, illustrating the varied options available with this design: Aztec... Read more
Drumroll, please! Presenting the Thanksgiving Gingerbread house, my contribution to the 'All Seasons Gingerbread house series' Collaboration. An irresistible blend of creativity, confectionery, and celebration, this series was born from a design dare. Imagine tossing a quirky idea, a charming... Read more
This is the fifth in a series of 6 houses inspired by the shotgun houses found throughout New Orleans. Stitch each house separately or all together as. A QR code is provided on the chart to get a free downloadable PDF of house placement as shown in the model.
This little dill is actually ya really big dill! The chart was conceived of during the wee hours of a cross stitch retreat when my tablemates and I were a bit punch drunk from Stitching for 2 days!
The little beads are included with the chart! (50 of each color plus a few extra)
Bask in the warm glow of the holidays with this elegant design by Satsuma Street featuring a cozy couple and sparkling candles.
Stitched on 28 count Christmas Red by Wichelt using DMC threads. Stitch count is 107W x 68H. Finished size: 7.5" x 5" when stitched on 14 count or 28 count over two threads.
Note from the designer: Number Seven was my grandparents home for over 50 years. The Gothic Revival house was such a warm and inviting place and surrounded with a profusion of blooms thanks to my Grandmother's beautiful gardens. It is so full of memories, from card games and books to berry... Read more
Note from the designer: Number Eight features our first house, a cute, little 1940s brick cape cod. I guess I inherited a little bit of my grandparents green thumb, because we totally transformed the house with our gardens.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Colonial Parchment from Fabrics by... Read more
Hands On Design & I had so much fun with this ribbon wrapped/pillow stack finish that first appeared in our Between Friends - A Fall Sampling book collaboration that we decided to create some more! We have each designed our own selection of Ribbons for Holiday cheer.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a Christmas nativity phrase "O come let us adore him"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 98 x 70. Finished size approx 7" x 5".
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring Santa Claus getting ready for Christmas!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct Mystic linen using DMC floss with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 130 x 195. Finished size is approx. 8.13 in wide X 12.19 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Twin Peak Primitives featuring a Valentine's book containing 7 designs. Each pattern has BW and Color charts inside. decorations!
All patterns are stitched on either 16 or 32 ct Beige using DMC 816. Each pattern uses either 1 or 2 skeins of floss. Stitch counts and finished sizes vary.
Witches need to organize their essential items just like anyone else. Easy to see, easy to use! Stitch count is 123 x 70 stitches, with 30 DMC colors and was stitched on hand dyed cream linen
Living in Texas, where fall doesn't really show up, I have fond memories of my time living in Michigan where fall actually brought a change of seasons. This was created with those memories and feelings in mind. "Autumn, Crisp blustery days and cozy snuggly nights"