Coco Chanel described simplicity as the key to elegance, and the sampler that Charlotte worked as a child is quite simply elegant. Charlotte's exquisitely laid stitches, worked in black silk, demonstrate that the seven-year-old child was skilled in marking stitch.
Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring a Christmas biscornu with poinsettias!
Pattern is stitched on 18 ct Oaken Aida by Picture This Plus using Dinky Dyes Silk threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 62 x 62 each top and bottom. Finished size is 3.5" x 3.5".
I'm excited to introduce an extra-special design that will be released this December: Tudor-style House - a special addition to the "Fabulous House" series. Each design has a stitch count of 120w x 120h. Each part can be stitched individually or stitch in a group design. If the entire... Read more
The pattern stitch count is 291 x 316 and on 36ct fabric the finished size measures approximately 16 1/8 x 17 1/2 inches (41 x 44.5 cm). The design is predominantly cross stitch over 2 but there are a few Algerian eyelets, some satin stitch, a small amount of backstitch and a few stitches over 3... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring nativity with the phrase "He is born"!
The pattern is stitched on 36 count linen using The Gentle Art, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss with one DMC floss. Stitch Count: 91 x 60. Finished size is 5" x 3 3/8"
Cross stitch pattern from ScissorTail Designs featuring three geometric Christmas designs!
Stitched on 32ct, Antique White Jobelan using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 47 x 47 each. Finished Size of 3.35 x 3.35.
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring a Christmas peacock with silver bells on its tail!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct linen using Forbidden Fiber Co. & DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch Count is 79 x 76. Finished size is 5" x 4.75"
This darling design evokes the charm and warmth of a cozy winter sweater The mottled linen background embraces a tiny forest of evergreens, stylized flowers and a mixed-border pattern for a vintage wintry feeling. A humble prim house is nestled below the bare branches of a stately hardwood tree,... Read more
This time of year generally calls for vampire bats, but let's not forget about their flying-fox- cousins, the fruit bats! Fruit bats love fruit (figs being a favorite), nectar, and flowers. The bats themselves were quite a challenge to design, but I really had fun with them!
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".
Back to where it all began for CM Designs! A new Snowballz friend is rolling in! Sammy Snowbottom finishes at 80w x 80h. All full stitches with back stitch detailing. Charted with DMC and one Kreinik blending filament for some sparkle.
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Cream and Sugar from... Read more
This cute little ornament design is quick to stitch but adds a cozy touch to your holiday decorations! He is finished on the 4" X 6" tag ornament wood shape by? Chantelles 141 Design Co.
The model is stitched on 32 count Platinum linen by Zweigart, using DMC threads. The model was... Read more
The Quilted Snowman Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet features an adorable snowman wearing mittens, a pom-pom beanie and a scarf flowing in the winter breeze. Riding a red wagon and surrounded by swirling snowflakes and stick pines, he's so cute you know he was made with Christmas... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a Halloween sampler filled with ghosts, witches, black crows, and pumpkins all around a haunted house!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with DMC floss. Stitch count is 265 x 207. Finished size is 16.56" x 12.94".
Cross stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring the phrase "I am quintessentially British at heart"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Fairy Cloth Linen using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Kreinik threads. Stitch count is 104 x 85. Finished size is 6.5" x 5.31".
My Sampler Seasons series was very popular, and the response to it blew me away! I thought I would add on to the series with some holiday versions, so the first will be Halloween.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Early Halloween by xJu Design using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch Count: 147 x 172.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitches By Ethel featuring a crow pulling a sleigh full of Christmas presents with their mouse friend!
Model stitched on 28 count, Friendship Greene, Fabrics by Stephane. Stitch count: 170 x 60. Finished Size is 12.14 in wide X 4.29 in high. Model stitched with DMC floss. 1 tiny snowflake from the White Wedding Sprinkles Pack by Just Another Button Company
Cross stitch pattern from Lila's Studio featuring a fun Halloween themed pattern with a witch pulling a wagon of pumpkins towards her house that is shaped like a boot!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dunes by Fiber on a Whim using Gentle Art, Classic Colorworks, and DMC threads (includes DMC conversion). Stitch count is 166w x 116h. Finished size is 8.3" x 5.8".
A tutorial booklet illustrating how to stitch the open hem finish on samplers and other embroidery projects. The open hem stitch can be found on traditional Dutch and Frisian samplers. The method used in this booklet is the one seen on many traditional samplers.
A sweet gray tabby cat is caught in the act of touching a cup of coffee balanced on a stack of books. Full color chart. Folded pattern leaflet size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Mushroom Lugana using DMC threads. Stitch count is 52w x 36h.
Cross stitch pattern from Petal Pusher featuring an adorable coastal fairy village!
Pattern is stitched on "Country French Cafe Mocha" linen by Wichelt, 32 count, using DMC floss. Stitch count is 61w x 56h. Finishing board is "The Remy" by Scarlet Sky Designs. Using DMC threads. Stitch count is 61 x 56.
Inspired by one of my favorite Bible verses and antique woven coverlets, The Greatest of These is a 3 part series. - Faith, Hope & Love. Believe me, they make a wonderful wooden dough bowl display! And here's Hope! It features a springtime favorite and a symbol of hope, a tulip, in the same color... Read more
Introducing the new "Fabulous House" series from Cottage Garden Samplings! Each design has a stitch count of 120w x 120h. Finished size 6" x 6". Each part can be stitched individually or stitch in a group design. If the entire series is stitched together, it will have a stitch count... Read more
This booklet from Blackbird Designs features 3 projects.
Stitch Counts and finished sizes:
- Thy Love More Strong - 141w x 178h (7.83" x 9.89")
- On the Alder Bough - 61w x 61h (3.39" x 3.39")
- The Strawberry Jar - 59w x 53h (3.28" x 2.94")
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Cross stitch pattern from Shepherd's Bush featuring a Sampler on a plaid bag!
Pattern is stitched on Mad for Plaid Bag- Burlap and 32 ct Light Mocha Belfast using Weeks Dye Works and DMC Perl. Bag stitch count is 35 x 52 and Fob is 25 x 23. Sampler Bag Button Pack by Just Another Button... Read more
Note from the designer: These three-dimensional chickens are made with just a few straight seams and they make striking pincushions, pattern weights, or sachets. Pattern includes all three chickens, plus illustrated step-by-step instructions and templates for felt accents.
Cross Stitch pattern from Needle Work Press featuring a sampler with animals and a house!
Model is stitched on your choice of fabric, suggested fabric listed, using Gentle art and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 183 x 237. Finished size on 32 Ct is 11.4" x 14.8".
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a row of Meerkats in Christmas sweaters!
Pattern is stitched onb 40 ct Oyster Shell linen from Fox & Rabbit using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 84 x 45.