The model is stitched on 40 count Hogbristle linen from Fox and Rabbit. I use one ply of the Weeks Dye Works Threads over two linen threads and one ply for back stitch. Stitch count is 108 x 72.
A total of 10 colors of Sullivans floss, 7 colors of Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame' Braid, and 5 colors of Mill Hill Beads were used in the model. Stitched on 28ct Spice Cashel Linen by Picture This Plus (1/6 yard - 18" X 18"). Stitch Count: 168w X 128h. Design Area: 12" X 9-1/8".
Also required but not listed is Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame Braid SP128.
This design from Glendon Place features a brightly wrap gift box with the top ajar. Words of encouragement are flowing from the box including "Prosperity", "Peace", "Goodwill", "Happiness" and "Hope."
Stitched with 5 colors of Rainbow Gallery thread,... Read more
Two patterns are included in this chart making it appropriate for both Autumn and Halloween- whichever you prefer. Both patterns are inspired by traditional Quaker motifs and the colors of the season.
October Quakers Tree Stitch Count: 74 wide x 102 high. Finished Size: 4.63" x... Read more
Did you notice the striped ribbon banding running behind the "patches" on this piece? That is my favorite feature! I choose all of my favorite DMC thread colors to work the spools and suggest that you do the same, personalizing it to you! An alphabet is included so you can stitch your own... Read more
It's never a bad time to visit the beach. Pop into one of the colorful beach huts to change into your stitching outfit. Use nine shades of Classic Colorworks cotton floss and 32 count Touch of Peach Wichelt linen to build your sandcastles, palms, and assorted ocean critters. Stitch count is 89w x 123h.
Navigate the ins and outs as the paths weave about in this four-sided Celtic Design. It's stitched in Valdani Cotton 6-ply Embroidery Floss on Weeks Dye Works 32 count Baby's Breath linen. The design stitch count is 115 x 115 stitches square.
Also required but not listed is Valdani 6 ply Marine.
Bee My Honey Cross Stitch by It's Sew Emma is truly sweet as honey, so sweet you won't mind being a busy bee stitching golden yellow blossoms and the bees that surround a honey pot. Stitch count: 84w x 84h
Capture the light and brilliance of summer fireworks with July's Fireworks Shelf Life. This month's cross stitch pays tribute to summer nights watching fireworks on a picnic blanket. Stitched in red, white, and blue threads for the perfect Americana color palette! Get ready to stitch a year's worth... Read more
The Home Town Holiday Sampler Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet hits all the hallmarks of a traditional cross stitch sampler-an alphabet, decorative borders and a house set in a horizontal band format. Rows of holly, straight stitches and a cheerful alphabet stitched in Christmas red top... Read more
A monochromatic Quaker stocking is sure to appeal to many of your customers. Two models are pictured: one over two threads and a smaller one over one thread.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct or 32 ct fabric using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 70 W x 78 H
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.
Sunflower Medley brings you bright, happy flowers and vines, a fun alphabet and an interesting border. Stitched with only 5 colors this sunny piece will make you happy no matter what time of year you stitch and display it.
Pattern is stitched on Fox and Rabbit Designs Ocean Air 40 ct. Stitch count is 88 x 143. Finished size is 4.4" x 7.15".
Jan Hicks creates the design "CRS 1713", an antique sampler from the Saxon region of Germany. The original stitcher is known by the initials CRS.
Jan has released the sampler in three parts, making the stitching process manageable. The total stitch count for all three parts is 160 x 874.
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Cross stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs featuring a sampler with the phrase "Halloween Greeting"! This is a reprint.
Stitched on 30 count 18th Century Sea Glass by R&R Reproductions using weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art threads. Stitch count is 115 x 83 for Sampler, 70 x 44 for Pincushion, and 75 x 48 for Pumpkin Pincushion.
Cross stitch pattern from Lila's Studio featuring a lovely samplers of a seaside village! Stitch count is 326w x 146h.
The stitched verse.
"Flowers, plants, and fishes, beasts, birds, flies and bees, Hills, dales, Plants, pastures, skies, seas, rivers, trees.
There's nothing near at hand or farthest sought
But the needle may be shaped and wrought."
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
Inspired by fond memories of holidays at my grandparents' home, where my precious Mimi always served delicious food in the dining room on a big table with a lace tablecloth. I hope this design brings back some fun and heartwarming thoughts of your own family gatherings from years gone by.
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
Two sweet ornaments that are quick to stitch. Using two colors of DMC, they were stitched on #32 Lugana in Antique White. Stitch counts:
Joy - 66 W x 28 H; Noel - 62 W x 19 H
The sentinel serpent guards the garden from all thieves and evil-doers. This pattern stitch count is 46 x 96 stitches, with 15 DMC colors and was stitched on 14 ct Aida.
A cute ornament for your Yule tree to honor and celebrate the Yule Cat. This pattern stitch count is 51 x 49 stitches, with 16 DMC colors and was stitched on 14 ct Aida.
As Above, So Below; life is reflected in death and vice versa with this fun and spooky cat pattern! This pattern stitch count is 57 x 136 stitches, with 15 DMC colors and was stitched on 14 ct Aida.
Witches need to organize their essential items just like anyone else. Easy to see, easy to use! Stitch count is 123 x 70 stitches, with 30 DMC colors and was stitched on hand dyed cream linen
I found an interesting square design in a centuries-old pattern book, where it seemed like the square would have been rotated around and used four times. However, it was unclear which corner would have been in the middle and which would have been on the outer edge. After playing with it for a bit,... Read more
With Bluebirds being one of my favorite birds, I had to create a pattern that is a very loose nod to them. I also included a couple of my other favorite things, quilting patterns and flowers.
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen Chocolate Milk by Fabrics by Stephanie using DMC floss. Stitch Count 111 x 103.
Fall is such a fun time of year and it includes so many things I love. This is my fun take on the transition that happens as we move through the season. In designing this piece, I wanted something can stay up all the way thru Halloween.
Pattern is stitched on 46ct Topaz by Fiber on a Whim using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch Count 375 x 100.
I just love the way she turned out! Mary is the second sampler in the Samplings in Color, where I take a very simple little sampler and give her a makeover, although the sampler is a reproduction, and the colors are in keeping with the original. She would look great on a neutral linen as well.... Read more
Has it been a year already since this sampler was released as a club piece? It was released in a very muted version, however, my original vision of the sampler was a bit brighter. So now you have the option of both. The title is the brainchild of my friend Lisa Duffin, who is great with coming up... Read more
Pattern is stitched on 40ct. Vintage Sand Dune from Lakeside Linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 210 x 148. DMC conversion included