Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Summer Sampling is the 2nd of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
Note from designer: A sweet little pincushion (there's a pocket in the back!) inspired by my time spent in Pittsburgh (& it's many pocket neighborhoods) last summer. The coordinating fob gives you a closer look at these adorable row houses!
Model Stitched on 32 ct Platinum Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count: 55 x 55 and 21 x 52.
Are you a little Too Hexie for your pincushion? Two sizing options for these sweet pincushions - the larger Hexie Bouquet Pincushion & the Maxi Hexie...so you can go smaller on the pincushion but bigger on the hexie!
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a pumpkin patchwork design. Time to plan a visit to the Pumpkin Patch! Finish your jack-o-lantern on this perfect Pumpkin Paddle!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Vintage Stormy Night with DMC floss. Stitch count is 65 x 65.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a mixing of potions to cast a spell! Spells go awry when a frog catches a fly, take cover when the potion gets knocked over!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Slate by Fabrics by Stephanie with Cosmo floss. Stitch count is 51 x 52. Finished size: 3.25" x 3.25".
"A lovely Gathering - Sampler Block, Barn Quilt Pinwheel, Flag Fob & a Pumpkin Patch Pincushion. Finished as a sewing set." Stitched on 32 count Raw Belfast with DMC threads. Stitch counts vary, a fat 1/8th of linen will be plenty.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Designs featuring a town at Christmas time with the phrase "Merry Christmas"! A timeless Holiday design with all of the traditional hallmarks of the season!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32ct Charcoal Belfast linen with Colour and Cotton threads. Stitch count is 69 x 69.
This pattern from Hands On Designs is the first part of a 4 part series of seasonal thoughts. The design says "Gather Blessings" and features a house, a flower, and a buzzing bee!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 65x42.
We continue this heartfelt series with Summer...when the blooms are full & the butterflies and bees come to visit.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32ct Platinum Belfast with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 55 x 50 (3 designs). Rick rack on model is Pumpkin Boo by Lady Dot Creates.
Summer House Stitche Workes & I had so much fun with this ribbon wrapped/pillow stack finish that appeared in our Between Friends, A Fall Sampling' book collaboration. We have each designed our own selection of Ribbons for Holiday cheer.
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - this series was based on class pieces that we could release & expand on to create multiple projects. We are so very excited to share with you the lineup for Winter - we think that stitchers will love the Winter palette."
I find myself drawn to creating pincushions & needlebooks - small, beautiful & functional works of art. Enjoy this 1st in a series of what I hope will be perfect mates: Pins & Needles.
The models were stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast, Zweigart linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 15 x 175 for each ribbon. (suggested cut size - 19" x 15"). Finished size is 1" x 11".
Note: You may need 2 skeins of 3799 and Ecru if stitching all of the designs.
A good plaid & just plain fun colors are what I love about the holidays - & of course having my family at home!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. fabric with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 73 and the finished size is 4.44" x 4.56". Finished on the Chantelle's 141 Paddle Board.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands On Design featuring a sampler with the phrase "I sigh not for beauty nor languish for wealth. But grant me kind Providence virtue & health. Then richer than kings and more happy than they my days shall pass sweetly and swiftly away."
Note from designer: "A reproduction miniature blanket chest I had made from an antique I found on line is available through a vendor listed in the chart. Tray lifts out for more storage beneath. Quilt serves as a floss and utensil holder. The needle book contains its own mattress style... Read more about Mary Sophia's Pennsylvania German Sewing Set - Cross Stitch
Note from designer: "The verse was composed by me in remembrance of the wonderful times I spent driving through the Brandywine
Valley and admiring the beautiful old stone houses and scenery."
"With shades of silk like nature fair, I ply my needle with tender care. That with diligence and skill I'll make a pleasing sampler for posterity's sake."
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using Belle Soie with NPI or DMC with all DMC or NPI conversions available. Stitch count is 207 x 351.
A stamp-inspired chart from Hello from Liz Mathews featuring a lovely bouquet of flowers. Stitched on 36 count Affogato linen from Fiber On A Whim, using NPI threads. DMC conversion provided. Stitch count: 99x106
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Summer Khaki Belfast linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 89 x 80. Approx. size is 5.5" x 5".
"Share your harvest to give meaning to life and peace to your heart."
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Legacy Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 106W x 120H. Finished size: 6.6" x 7.5". Comes with buttons.
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha Belfast linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Comes with buttons. Stitch Count: 40x40 each. Finished Size: 2.5" x 2.5".
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Dirty Belfast using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 33w x 36H. Design Size: 2" x 2". Tiny Heart Button Included. Shown finished in a Heartware bowl.
"A friend overlooks your broken fence & admires the flowers in your garden." Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 94W x 67H. Design Size: 6" x 4.25". Embellishments Included.
"Treats, Eek, Boo". All models stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha Belfast using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 40W x 40H. Design Size: 2.5" x 2.5". Embellishments Included.
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring a round alphabet sampler lid!
Model stitched on 32 ct Natural brown linen using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 57 x 55. Approx size is 3.4 x 3.4. Shown in a heartware bowl by Heart in Hand Needleart. (Pictured red bowl is no longer available).
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring strawberries and flowers!
Model stitched on 32 ct Chai Linen using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 30 x 41, berries; 35 x 37, blooms. Approx size is 1.9" x 2.5", berries; 2" x 2.3", blooms.
A 16-page anthology which includes 6 previously released Collector's Heart designs. Never published as chart-only, this volume includes Collector's Hearts from 2002, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2013. Some of the designs are refreshed with different finishes, or new thread palettes. There is also one... Read more about Mementos of the Heart - Cross Stitch Pattern
This circular design from Heart in Hand Needlearts features beautiful Dogwoods and is shown finished in a cream Heartware bowl.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Summer Khaki using Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 45 x 45. Finished size is 2.7" x 2.7".
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I have 3 delightful designs prepared for you to stitch for your beloved. And, honestly, who needs Valentine's Day to share some love with a special someone in your life! These can be stitched any time of the year!
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring a Christmas ornament, tree, and bell!
Framed model stitched on 36 count Cappuccino linen from Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC Conversions. Stitch count is 121w x 65h. Approximate finished... Read more about Christmas Etchings - Cross Stitch Pattern