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.
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.
"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.
A little vintage, kind of retro, with a mid-century vibe; take your pick from the 3 charted sayings included inside this design: happy holidays, merry Christmas & feliz navidad!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 79 x 80 and the finished size is 4.94" x 5".
This band sampler from Hands On Designs features tulips and white rabbits!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Driftwood Belfast from Fabrics by Stephanie with DMC floss and DMC #12 Pearl Cotton. Stitch Count: 53 x 190.
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.
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Fall Sampling is the 3rd of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
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Winter Folk is the final design in the Four Seasons Folk series. Thank you for coming on this seasonal journey with me. We end the series with paper whites, pine cones, frosty forests & 3 new specialty stitches.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Driftwood Belfast (Fabrics by Stephanie) with DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 190. Finished size is 3.31" x 11.88".
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."
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."
"A soft wind blows through the Spanish moss that hangs from the live oak trees. The trees that line the long road home to distant memories of a fine old house with columns tall and porches all around. Where the sweet scent of magnolia blooms, in the spring abound. A lady fair in a flowery gown,... Read more about A Time Forever Gone - Cross Stitch Pattern
Antrim's Folly - A Burlington County Inspiration
Sampler No. 5 in the 13 Colonies Series
Inspired by the Mary Antrim sampler, once part of Betty Ring's collection.
Stitch Count: 257 x 355
Fabric: 36 ct Vintage Pecan Butter (Lakeside Linens)
Floss: Belle Soie, NPI (requires NPI-157), or DMC
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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
Two small designs from Heart in Hand Needleart featuring a home and a pumpkin with the word "Harvest".
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique Lace linen using Classic Colorworks or DMC floss. Stitch counts are 28 x 39 and 29 x 39. Finished sizes are approx. 1.75 in wide X 2.5 in high each.
Note from the designer: "The Pocket Round series continues with a favorite Christmas duo. Santa and Rudolph grace the lid of your Collector's red or gray Heartware bowl, or if you prefer, Pocket Rounds are the perfect size for ornaments!"
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Doubloon linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss. Stitch count is 34 x 34.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Grape Ice linen with Weeks Dye Works floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 67W x 107H. Finished size: 4.5" x 7". 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 over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Homespun linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 33W x 33H. Finished size: 2" x 2". Comes with beads. Shown finished in a Heartware bowl.
"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.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Faun linen by Picture This Plus with Classic Colorworks floss. Comes with cream beads. Stitch Count: 45W x 45H. Finished size: 2.8" x 2.8" Shown finished in a Heartware bowl.
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".
"Grow" Model stitched two over one on 36 Ct. Patriot's Brew Linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Colonial or French Knots. Stitch Count: 65W x 66H. Design Size: 3.6" x 3.6". Embellishment Included.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Natural Light linen with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 51W x 43H. Finished size: 3.2" x 2.7". Comes with star charm.
This design by Heart in Hand Needle Art features a slim tall Santa Clause holding a sign that reads "Merry Christmas" (no longer available) with a small red bird perched on top.
Model stitched on 32ct Natural Belfast Linen using Anchor and Weeks Dye Works thread.
Stitch count: 39x x 70h. Finished size is approx 2.44 in wide X 4.38 in high.