Agnes Binnie was born in Stirlingshire, Scotland, on March 22, 1808, to Robert Binnie and Mary Addie. She married James Barclay on March 16, 1832, in Falkirk, Stirlingshire. The couple had at least six sons and three daughters. Around 1870 they emigrated to Scotland Township in McDonough, Illinois.... Read more
This wonderfully symmetrical English sampler features a pair of silky floating swans and large twin sunflowers, executed in a rich natural palette of color. Birds fly over the tops of three flower-trees in the top third. A sumptuous basket of fruit is stitched between the golden swans, and towering... Read more
This is a reproduction of a Quaker sampler made in Chester County, Pennsylvania consisting of alphabets, numerals, ligatures* and lineal patterns executed in a variety of stitches. The uppermost border with the dangling central flower is often seen on American Quaker samplers of this period (see... Read more
Bring a touch of holiday magic to your tropical paradise with Deck the Palms! FA-LA-LA.This pattern combines festive decorations with a sunny twist and is a charming way to infuse your festive season with warmth and joy.
Stitched on 32ct Sea Foam Linen using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 80W x 120H.
Creep into Halloween with the next installment of my Pillow Puns series, Halloween Puns II. These smalls are the perfect addition to add a touch of eerie charm to your Halloween decor. "Creep it real" "Bone to be wild"
Stitched on 32ct Raw Natural Linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 60W x 60H each.
Meet the final installment of my seasonal pillow puns, Winter Puns! Embrace the magic of winter (or daydreaming for tropical weather) by stitching these adorable snowmen. "Go with the snow" "License to chill"
Stitched on 32ct Raw Natural Linen by Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 60W x 60H each.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring snowmen on the scale in this winter themed weigh in!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Tea Dyed Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 84 x 98 each. Finished size: 6" x 7" each.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring the July monthly weigh in filled with garden tomatoes!!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Tea Dyed Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 70 x 21 and 84 x 98. Finished size: 5" x 1.5" and 6" x 7".
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a stash of quilting supplies with the phrase "Quilter"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 175 x 41. Finished size approx 12.5" x 3"
Designed especially with Thanksgiving in mind, this word and pattern trio makes a simple but beautiful stitch! The 4-color palette can easily be changed to suit one's decor or personal style.
The model was stitched on 32ct lugana using The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch Count: 85w x 65h.
Inspired by fond memories of holidays at my grandparents' home, where my precious Mimi always served delicious food in the dining room on a big table with a lace tablecloth. I hope this design brings back some fun and heartwarming thoughts of your own family gatherings from years gone by.
For this design I was thinking of cool walks on the beach and a chance to enjoy autumn at the shore. The design was inspired by postcards, and are even finished that way. I understand that you could theoretically put them in the mail, but that might require more courage than I currently possess.... Read more
Model was stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Blue Jeans Weeks Dye Works linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 108 X 98. Finished size: 7 X 6.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring four gorgeous Christmas ornaments!
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Touch of Gray using DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 61 x 61 each and 173 x 229 for full design. Finished size is 3.8" x 3.8" each.
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.
Cross stitch pattern from Twin Peak Primitives featuring nine Christmas ornaments with Santa Claus, gnomes. trees, and many more Christmas decorations!
Patterns are stitched on 32 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC threads.
Stitch Counts and Finished Sizes are:
3 Kings- 66 x... Read more
A cute ornament for your Yule tree to honor and celebrate the Yule Cat. This pattern stitch count is 51 x 49 stitches, with 16 DMC colors and was stitched on 14 ct Aida.
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
Fall is such a fun time of year and it includes so many things I love. This is my fun take on the transition that happens as we move through the season. In designing this piece, I wanted something can stay up all the way thru Halloween.
Pattern is stitched on 46ct Topaz by Fiber on a Whim using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch Count 375 x 100.
Christmas is my favorite time of year! Especially singing and playing carols. While this isn't really a Christmas carol, it is one of those songs I look forward to playing throughout the holiday season.
Pattern is stitched on 36ct using Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch Count 300 x 50 side and 85 x 86 top.
Garden House is stitched on 36 count Faun linen by Picture this Plus, one strand of floss over two linen threads. Stitch count is 97w x 87h. Trimmed in Wisteria Lane Rick Rack by Lady Dot Creates.
It's that time of the year! The leaves are changing, the pumpkins are ready, and the earth is preparing for its long winter nap. The crisp air and wonderful smells of the season remind us that there is much to be thankful for.
Pattern is stitched on 32ct Linen using DMC, The Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch Count: 169 x 186.
This set of two spacious Halloween Pumpkin Treat Bags are great for teacher, hairdresser, caregiver, bus driver, maid, or for that special trick-or-treater. One has a bright color palette and the other a more primitive, but the palettes are interchangeable.
This cross stitch pattern features a nostalgic sun and moon motif. The pattern calls for 9 colors of DMC floss to create this stunning gradient. The printed pattern is in full color and the finished design is easily finished in standard sized frames. Pattern is shown in full color blocks with... Read more
A cat sees strange things while staring out of the window. This hillside is being invaded by UFOs. Muted color chart for easy readability. Pattern leaflet size: 8.5 x 11 inches.
Pattern is stitched on 18 count White Aida using DMC threads.
Stitch count is 87w x 87h.
Collection of four patterns (in one booklet), designed to look like vintage seed packets. Each pattern features a different poisonous plant: belladonna, oleander, hemlock and wolf's bane. Full color charts. Each "seed packet" stitch count is 45 x 62 stitches. Patterns are stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC threads.
The gothic authors are gathered together on a bookcase, along with references to their most well-loved novels. The pattern features Poe, Shelley, Stoker, Bronte, Wilde, Stevenson, Radcliffe and Leroux. Full color chart. Pattern leaflet size: 8.5 x 11 inches.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct tea-stained linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 83w x 103h.
This bookmark pattern, featuring enchanted books in a birdcage, will assist with all of your spooky reading. It was originally designed as a companion piece to "The Haunted Library". Bookmark assembly instructions not included. Full color chart. Folded pattern leaflet size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches.... Read more