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
Made in Providence, Rhode Island, this sampler is a superb example of the work done at Miss Mary (Polly) Balch's school, one of the most important female learning institutions in America at that time. Combining sophisticated architectural, landscape and figural motifs with elaborate and unusual... Read more
Take a walk around the Home Town Neighborhood and don't forget to stop and look at the Topiary House designed by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet! An enchanting French Victorian topped with a widow's walk stands between topiary trees in lattice work pots. A quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson on top of a row... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring a bird on an autumn pumpkin!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Brea from Needle and Flax using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 74 x 73. Finished Size is 3.7 in wide X 3.65 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Jeannette Douglas featuring lovely, happy fall designs with the words " Plenty, Grateful, Giving, Thankful"!
The sets were stitched on 36 ct linen. They use Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks hand dyed flosses with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50 each.
I honestly wasn't planning to do another tombstone angel design, but when I saw an image of an early tombstone with the phrase "Nip't in the Bud" on it, I knew I had do another. It truly touches my heart.
Both are stitched on 40-Count linen using one strand of Needlepoint Silk... Read more
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring Marley from A Christmas Carol with the phrase "Marley was dead to begin with"
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Old Salem using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Kreinik threads. Stitch count is 105 x 91. Finished size is 7" x 6.07".
150 years ago, in September of 1874, Anna Funk arrived in New York as part of a large and organized immigration of Mennonites from what is now Ukraine to the central plains of the United States. Her sampler of motifs, requested of her friends before her departure, is a small part of the larger story... Read more
Sink your teeth into winter with Frosty the Vampire, the snowman who bites back! With a chilling cape, icy glare, and the warning "Beware of Frostbite," this fang-tastic pattern puts a spooky spin on holiday stitching; perfect for those looking to add a little bite to their seasonal lineup.... Read more
Three sweaters, zero laundry. Christmas Sweater Trio brings all the festive feels without the closet clutter and is the fashion statement that your hoop has been waiting for!
The pattern is stitched on 32ct linen using ThreadworX and DMC with a full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 119W x 80H. Finished size is 7.44 in wide X 5 in high.
This Halloween piece features a collection of friendly ghosts floating through a moody garden! Although I chose to frame this piece it would also make a fantastic pin drum.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 155 x 68. Finished size is 8.61" x 3.78".
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.
This delightful witch is stirring up some Midnight Magic. Look closely to spot seven little bewitching creatures surrounding the witch's bubbling brew. Complete instructions are included to stitch and finish the magical 12 1/2-inch witch, her hat and book of elixirs.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Venetian Stone Linen (cut 18 x 21 inches) using DMC and Kreinik braids. Stitch count is
Bell joins the whole line-up of Block Party charts this month! This former class piece gives us a peek into the North Pole workshop as the bell ringers practice their carols.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct Antique White Cashel with DMC floss. Stitch Count: side panel 34 x 232, top & bottom (2 pieces) 58 x 58.
Cross stitch pattern from Stoney Creek Collection featuring the Halloween phrase "You say witch like its a bad thing"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Vintage Stormy Night Lugana using Anchor or DMC threads. Also needed Stoney Creek Buttons SB100pgs, SB100pgsm, SB100pgxs.
Stitch count is 100w x 105h.
A granny square inspired design featuring 41 different motifs using 19 sweet and herby DMC colors. All full stitches. Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Brown Aida. Final stitch count is 105w x 121h when all motifs are stitched together.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring everyone out trick or treating for Halloween!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 112 x 140. Finished size: 8.2" x 10"
It's Christmas Eve. The candles are lit, the garlands are hung, presents are wrapped and the clock is ticking down to midnight. Eve is waiting for Christmas Day to begin. Stitched with DMC and touches of Kreinik gold braid on Weeks 32 CT Mocha Linen, Eve is wearing a red flower hat decorated with a... Read more
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 cute design features a greenhouse and garden filled with fun flowers, fruits, and veggies!
Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 68 x 89. Finished size: approx 3.8" x 4.9".
After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!
Model can be stitched on 14 or 28 count fabric of your choice (originally on 28 ct Atlantic Lugana from Polstitches) using DMC floss. Stitch count is 138W x 317H.
Cross Stitch pattern from My Big Toe Designs featuring the phrase "In You Lord my God I put my trust Psalm 25:1"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct. Jobelan, China Pearl using Weeks Dye Works floss and a button from Just Another Button company. Stitch count is 71w x 71h.
Martha is galloping off to accept George Washington's marriage proposal. That is why she's saying "I do." But you can replace the lettering with one of the red flowers for a more generic look. She's wearing a gold damask dress from London with purple shoes, which is what... Read more