These goofy birds are sure to put you in a good mood. This muster of peacocks find their inspiration from a 1918 magazine article discussing using textile motifs to decorate ceramic wares. So, historically accurate but aesthetically questionable. They finish up at a stitch count of 195 x 153... Read more
This is a perfect little design to show off a special floss and fabric color combo. Stitched in Sulky 12 wt. Petites Blendable color #4067 Merlot Blush on Weeks Dye Works 30 count Sanguine linen, this color combination reminded me of strawberries. With only 2516 total stitches.
The Patriotic Typeface Series by It's Sew Emma includes three Americana emblems of the Land you Love. Stitched on Chalkboard Black 14 Count Aida, images of Uncle Sam, Lady Liberty and the Bald Eagle paired with quotes about the USA make an unmistakable statement of how your heart beats true for the... Read more
The 12 designs of the Autumn Days Ornaments capture the richness of fall. From bountiful harvests and canning to a slice of pie and a cup of apple cider, each is stitched in warm colors that will remind you of cooler temperatures and leaves changing color. The "I Love Fall" ornament will... Read more
You "autumn" bundle up because fall is in the air! The Fall is in the Air cross stitch pattern is a seasonal salute to cooler weather and woodland friends. Fanciful falling leaves and a cute fox adorn this stitch along with the title text! Finished size: 8.25" x 8.25", Stitch count: 115w x 115h. Patterns is stitched on 14 ct Platinum Aida using DMC floss.
Note from designer: My Heart To You Is Given is a collection of seven designs , using the most universal sign for love - a heart. The designs could be used for so many occasions, including a wedding shower or a wedding gift, as a birthday gift, for a friend, for an anniversary, or as a Christmas... Read more
Note from designer: Renee's French Alphabet has been adapted from an antique sampler with beautifully formed graceful letters. The original sampler was worked in wool, and did not contain the letters : J and W, which would have been common in France at the time it was stitched. I have added... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Jeannette Douglas featuring a Christmas sampler with trees and three accompany patterns with gnomes and candles!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Yuletide by Fabric by Stephanie with Gloriana silks, Classic Colorworks Belle Soie with Soie D'Alger... Read more
Soon it will be garden time and so we have another in the set of boxed pieces that fit in the shadow boxes like Christmas Box and Stitch Box. There are no specialty stitches in this pattern. Design size is a 3 05 x 4 on 32 ct. for the left sampler square with 2 smalls on the side and one long one... Read more
Sheep and stitching just seem to go together.always a fun theme to work with. This one too is set in the Stitch Box type layout. Design size is 3 1/2 x 4 on 32 ct. for the largest piece with 2 smalls on the side and one long one on the bottom, which holds the ruler on the back. The piece is stitched on 32 ct Wren by Picture This Plus. Stitch counts are 59 x 65, 31 x 31, and 28 x 95.
How could I not continue this fun series. We have a fat bumblebee who hardly looks like he can fly and he will have a squirrel friend to come soon, this year yet too. Continues in the same size approx. design count-60 wide and high, but rounded corners. The piece was stitched on 40 ct Hawthorne by Needle & Flax. Stitch count is 57 x 59.
So fun to do these pieces, my continuing love affair with flower bouquets! I enjoyed the soft colors of spring and it is only cross stitched no specialty stitches. Stitched on 36 ct Shrekie's Tan by Needle Bling Designs using hand dyed cottons with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 73 x 80. Finished with Robin Egg chenille from Lady Dot Creates.
Yes, after much asking, I have put all the mini bouquets into a booklet so they can be enjoyed all the time. It is in a coil-bound booklet for easy page-turning. These can be done as a sampler or as single pieces. The first few pages of the booklet show some great finishes by stitchers, with their... Read more
Note from the designer: "Inspired by the Philippine Tradition, "Santacruzan", Rosa Mystica reflects the grace and beauty of a Filipina in Gold Terno and arched with red roses and adorned with jewels."
The model was stitched on "Natural" linen with DMC threads, Kreinik braid, and Mill Hill beads. Suggested count is 14 or 28. Stitch count 162 x 261.
Note from the designer - "Aboard the blazing golden chariot and resplendent in a rose-colored robe, she graces us with her strong presence. She comes bejeweled, treasures fashioned from fire and magic. She is beautiful like no other. All hail, Aphrodite! Wife. Mother. Goddess. Woman."
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Cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a valentines design filled with all the ways to say love!
Model stitched on 32 ct. Dark Chocolate Belfast linen using DMC thread. Stitch count 91 x 54.
Strawberry Dream is third in the series, From Trudy's Kitchen. The stitch count is 81 wide by 96 high. The model was stitched in DMC (Needlepoint Silk conversions are provided) on 32ct Needle Bling Designs & Hand Dyed Linens' Shrekie's Tan. Stitch count is 81 x 96.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring this wonderful quote from Charles Dickens, author of "A Christmas Carol." "I will honour Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all the year"
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique Ivory Linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 117w x 83h.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring this holiday greeting that says Merry Christmas and Happy New Year with a French flair. Choose your favorite floss and stitch this holiday greeting!
Pattern was stitched on 32 ct Latte Linen with DMC floss. Stitch count is 163w x 65h.
Cross Stitch pattern from Annie Beez Folk Art featuring an original sampler with the phrase "In my father's house there are many mansions"!
The model was stitched on 36 count Dolly Madison linen from Needle and Flax, using 1 strand of floss over 2 linen threads. Threads used are DMC. Stitch count: 134 w X 162 h.
"Down in the valley, the valley so low. Hang your head over, hear the wind blow. Roses are red love, violets are blue. Angels in heaven, know I love you."
The model is stitched on 36 count Meadow Rue linen from Lakeside Linens, using 1 strand of floss. Threads used are DMC, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 150w X 155h