Zinnia Lane is the July monthly for the Blooming Roots Series.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 84 x 28 and 83 x 83. Finished size approx 6" x 2" and 6" x 6".
Hydrangea Hill is the August monthly pattern for the Blooming Roots Series by Stitching with the Housewives.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 84 x 28 and 83 x 83. Finished size approx 6" x 2" and 6" x 6".
The monthly Word Swap series has finished but we will continue to sprinkle in Word Swaps throughout the year! This new one is "Tomatoes". They are the perfect 'Little Black Dress' to add to stitcher's displays.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco... Read more
Sunflower Street is the September monthly pattern for the Blooming Roots Series by Stitching with the Housewives.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 84 x 28 and 83 x 83. Finished size approx 6" x 2" and 6" x 6".
The monthly Word Swap series has finished but we will continue to sprinkle in Word Swaps throughout the year! This new one is "Vintage". They are the perfect 'Little Black Dress' to add to stitcher's displays.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco... Read more
This spooky fun Halloween design is inspired by original chalk art! Featuring the phrase "Bee Spooky" with a witch and smiling pumpkins.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). Stitch count is 112 and 140 with a finished size of 8" x 10".
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring autumn pumpkins and the phrase "cross stitching and pumpkin picking"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). Stitch count is 112 x 84. Finished size is 8" x 8"
This cross stitch pattern from Sweet Wing Studio features a woman with a sheep and "She seeks wool and flax and works with willing hands. Proverbs 31:13."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Flax linen with DMC and Forbidden Fiber Co floss. Stitch Count: 141W x 109H. Finished size: 8.8" x 6.8"
This cross stitch pattern from Sweet Wing Studio features the saying "The sun, it sets, and gives a glow which paints a lovely scene, while the rabbits hop to and fro across the meadow green."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Meadow View evenweave by Fabric Flair with... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from Sweet Wing Studio features I Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray Without Ceasing."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Bittersweet Lite Jobelan with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 111W x 34H. Finished size: 6.9" x 2.1".
Cross stitch pattern from Sweet Wing Studio featuring a quilting star pattern with the phrase "God is good all the time"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Coconut Solid Evenweave by Fabric Flair with Classic Colorworks and The Gentle Arts with DMC conversions. Stitch Count: 97w x 97h. Finished size:6.125"w x 6.125"h.
This cross stitch pattern from Sweet Wing Studio features this design that was created to celebrate the special friendships that are formed between stitchers. Featuring motifs of the fancy flosses we all love and collect and says, "Friendship above all ties does bind the heart, and faith in... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Sweet Wing Studio featuring the phrase "Friendship Grows"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Sky Blue Evenweave by Fabric Flair using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 58 x 58.
"Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift. 2 Corinthians 9:15"
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Icelandic Beige by Wichelt using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works and DMC threads. Stitch count is 97 x 54.
The long-awaited sequel to Spring Doxology has arrived! Adorable pairs of foxes and squirrels and birds are having some frolicking fun in the fall leaves. "Praise him all creatures here below"
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Flax linen by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 104w x 45h.
In addition to being a collector of cross stitch floss and fabrics, I also love and collect lanterns! With the beautiful starry night background of the Creationist Green evenweave by Fabric Flair, these seven lanterns display their unique individual designs, and the text from Matthew 5:16 encourages... Read more
This design is one of 12 in the Feathered Friends Collaboration. 12 designers created a birdhouse-inspired design for each month of the year. As you can see, mine is for March! I was so thrilled to include a little robin surrounded by some pretty dogwoods (one of my favorite flowers, for sure).
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Inspired by a watercolor painting of pink roses, I had to try to recreate the look in cross stitch. With the help of sweetly variegated floss colors, I hope I achieved something close! My absolute favorite color combo is teal, peachy pink, and soft light gold with pops of white. And this precious... Read more
I'm certainly not the only one who had a parent or grandparent who would sing this precious song to them from time to time as a child, maybe at bedtime or when we were feeling under the weather. So this design is dedicated to my dear Daddy, who showered me with this song and many others, and taught... Read more
If you're like me, you can't wait to get that first sip of lovely java each morning. This design is for coffee lovers who know just how critical it is to wake up each day and get started!
The model was stitched on 28 ct Mushroom Lugana by Zweigart using DMC, Weeks Dye Works and... Read more
The elegance and significance of President Thomas Jefferson's Monticello cannot be overstated. If you take a trip to this iconic historical home, you won't want to miss touring the beautiful gardens. Jefferson was enchanted by the land and the bounty which came from it. In a letter written... Read more
A happy mix of harvest floral and plump pumpkins. Too bad cross stitch isn't scratch n' sniff! The bright autumn colors dance in a symmetrical square in Petite Pumpkin Potpourri. The rich brown Nutmeg by Atomic Ranch Fabrics is a wonderful background for this seasonal decor piece.
As the weather gets cooler, it's time to bundle up and Stay Cozy! This pattern features earth-toned autumn items like leaves, soft socks, acorns, a cozy green sweater, and steaming cup of tea.
The model was stitched on 32 ct Linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts with a DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 124w x 82h. Finished Size: 7.8" w x 5.1" h
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring an Autumn scene with leaves, horse and carriage and the saying "Go sit upon the lofty hill and turn your eyes around. Where waving weeds and waters wild do hymn and Autumn sound."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Count Cedar Plank by Lakeside Linens with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 172W x 163H.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring forest animals wearing rabbit ears!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Water Green linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks floss, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 173W x 80H.
Inspiration for this design came from a vintage velvet tomato pincushion. Somehow that became two squirrels stitching under an acorn "bobbin" tree, an acorn basket and an acorn drum with the text "gather and stitch."
The model is stitched on 36 count "Sea Salt"... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a fun collection of smalls for your spooky autumn stitching. There are several small pillow designs, and even a spiderweb biscornu (complete with needle-wielding arachnid)!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Pistachio linen... Read more
Continuing the Tudor Menagerie series, the Tudor Hound is racing in to your stash! This design features a greyhound (beloved by Tudor monarchs) surrounded by an elaborate border of spring flowers.
The model is stitched on 40 count "Cocoa" linen from Fiber On A Whim. Stitch count... Read more
I love the deep colors of this design, which I do associate with autumn. And I took a bit of artistic license with the flamingo - juvenile flamingos are white and they've always felt a bit "spooky" to me. But there's nothing sinister about this design - it's just a celebration of sea life... Read more
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
For this designer: The latest in the "Scrapbook" collection with Lindy Stitches, this features our household pets enjoying the holiday season! And although I've shown the bunny enjoying a carrot, I've learned that they think bananas are the ultimate treat.
Looking for a quick and easy seasonal biscornu? Look no further than this peppermint pair. The designs offer a great opportunity to play with your own thread combinations!
The model is stitched on 32 count "Sparkle Grey" (with silver) linen Stitch count for each piece of the... Read more
Note from the designer: This was inspired by the traditional sampler motif of the "berry bowl" but I've filled my basket with birds and eggs! The bowl itself is more like a woven nest, to continue the theme (and give stitchers a chance to play with variegated floss).
Note from the designer: This piece was inspired by the idea of a vibrant still life, featuring a pottery vase in traditional Delftware colors, and some beautiful Rembrandt style tulips. The color scheme is fairly narrow, so it would be easy for stitchers to change to their favorite flower palette.
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It is a 'Two Ways' design: a single design (chart) with two colorways (color keys). The use of two different fabric colors (as well as different thread colors) gives the design a dramatically different look. Two (gray or beige) birdies are surrounded by colorful wildflowers.
Model is stitched on 16 count Regency or Black Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 123 x 75
This is a revised version of an old design (#113). The original 2015 design has been out of print and I decided to rework it. JABC buttons are included. A cardinal is perched atop a basket of winterberry leaves berries.
Pattern is stitched on Fog Cashel using DMC threads. Stitch count is 80 x 112.
Stitched on 28 ct. Mushroom Lugana by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks with a DMC conversion. Stitch Count 50w x 45h. Finished on the Small Bobbin Bender Board from Chantelle's 141 Design Co.
Stitched on 32 ct. Antique Ivory Linen by Zweigart using Pirate Robin Designs hand-dyed cotton thread in the color Dark Copper. I used this variegated floss and chose the color placement. Two 10yd. skeins are recommended if stitching with two strands.
Cross stitch pattern from Textilly Crafts featuring a lovely autumn scene with the phrase "Harvest blessings"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Light Mocha Belfast Linen by Zweigart using DMC floss and Harvest Gold from Pirate Robin. Stitch count is 68 x 67. Finished size is 4.25" x 4.19".
Cross stitch pattern from Textilly Crafts featuring a lovely autumn themed biscornu
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Smokey Pearl Belfast Linen by Zweigart using Pirate and Robin "Hearth". Stitch count is 57 x 57. Finished size is 4.25" x 4.19".