I learned last year, thanks to my pattern 324, that there are indeed plenty of stitchers who will stitch a design with a lot (to put it mildly) of different color threads. So, why not go to the next level? I am excited to share with you 365: A Year in Stitches. Each of the 365 circles in this design... Read more
Amish quilts have always fascinated me - I am quite taken with their simplistic beauty, their stunning use of solid color fabrics, and their history. In 2024, I was fortunate to see an exhibit of such quilts at a museum. There was an amazing Broken Star quilt right at the entrance that just drew me... Read more
Irises are one of my favorite flowers. As I lean towards purples and blues in general, perhaps this is not a surprise. So, it was high time that I designed a cross stitch pattern featuring this flower. An extra bonus that I recently learned: irises are the state flower of Tennessee. How perfect then... Read more
My lace design series are all patterns that have been inspired by old pieces of lace. A number of stitchers have shared with me their wish for a design in this series that would be a little smaller than many of the others, and so the idea for Lovely Lace was born.
Sometimes referred to as the "Queen of the Night," night-blooming cereus is a type of cactus that only blooms at dusk, sometimes for only a single night. A perfect flower for a Night Garden themed design! This is my contribution to the collaboration of 20 designers all using the same four... Read more
I enjoy doing color experiments in my designs and this pattern is the result of one. Using the highly variegated Weeks Dye Works Bethlehem with one coordinating DMC for each circle, it is so fun to see how a solid color brings out the different shades that make up the variegated thread.
I have always loved spring in the South. But there is something special about a Pink Dogwood in spring with its gorgeous blush of pink and green as it begins leafing out. My inspiration for this original sampler was a stately, southern home between twin pink dogwoods. What better way to picture... Read more
I loved roaming the woods and exploring shapes and designs in nature as a child, and still do today. There is a symmetry and balance within nature when one starts looking. I played with shape and color to create a piece that is both restful and exploratory at the same time, kind of like a walk in... Read more
Thistles stand out against the late spring and summer grasses. This exquisite biscornu features a delicate arrangement of thistles, with their bright pinky purple blooms and curling green leaves woven through the intricate design. Inspired by the resilience of the thistle, this piece evokes a sense... Read more
I love springtime and the lush, vibrant carpet of color in the Texas countryside. The centerpiece in this charming pillow is the Texas Bluebonnet surrounded by Indian Paintbrush and Mexican Hat flowers with cute little butterflies swooping in to check things out. There are 2 word options within this... Read more
I created this design while reflecting on the truly special friendships that I have made within this community. It celebrates the beauty of friendship. I feel that the delicate pink flowers symbolize relationships that grow and flourish over time. This piece is a lovely reminder that true... Read more
Definition of Gift: Something given willingly to someone without expected payment or return. A present.
There is something special about giving a gift, not just for the person receiving it, but for the giver as well. This is the 5th word in my bauble series. I created this one because... Read more
This beautiful pattern from JBW Designs features birds, flowers and the saying "Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Desert Taipan from Fox & Rabbit with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 186 x 108. Finished size is 10.4" x 6"
The booklet is 8 1/2" H x 5" W and contains 10 pages, with full color pictures of each design.
There are eight baby samplers in the collection, made up of tiny motifs such as teddy bears, rocking horses, elephants, baby carriages, a stork, etc. An alphabet and number chart is... Read more
What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.
What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.
Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more
Liberty Drum and Pincushion is a prim, sampler-inspired patriotic design which also honors the French aspirations of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity. The centerpiece of the drum design is a tree taken from my Louise Chappuis 1844 reproduction sampler, but here, it's topped by two eagles, centered... Read more
I've been wanting to do a small sampler with an antique look and finally did it!
The sampler is stitched on 40-Count Sapphire linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 77 x 63. Finished size is 3.85" x 3.15".
Cross stitch pattern from Keslyns featuring a beautiful blue Biscornu!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Helix linen from Picture This Plus using Gloriana Silk Floss. Stitch count for large panel is 88 x 88. Finished size is 6.29" x 6.29". Stitch count for small panel is 45 x 45. Finished size is 3.21" x 3.21".
Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring a lovely house on spools!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art threads. Stitch Count is 31 x 69. Finished size is 1.94 in wide X 4.31 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring the phrase "I was raised by a cuppa tea" or "I was raised by a cup of coffee"!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Gentle Art and DMC threads. Stitch Count: 86 x 66 (Coffee) and 75 x 79 (Tea). Finished sizes are 4.78 in wide X 3.67 in high and 4.17 in wide X 4.39 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a sampler with adorable flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen, Fiber on a Whim 'Dulce de Leche' using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 164w x 175h. Finished size is 8.2" x 8.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely, fancy sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct Fiber on a Whim 'Affogato' linen using Needlepoint Inc threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 276 x 366. Finished size is 13.8" x 18.3".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely French home on the river!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 114w x 103h. Finished size is 5.7" x 5.15".
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring a bowl of pears with the phrase "What good shall I do this day"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Persimmon from Fiber on a Whim using Dinky Dyes, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss with a DMC conversion. Stitch count 89 x 109. Finished Size: 5.6 x 6.8.
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring the endangered Amur Leopard! Stitch this and learn more about the species on the back of the pattern!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 107 x 107. Finished Size: 6.7 x 6.7.
What a better way to wrap up the Air Mail series than with this adorable, famously too friendly bird? What I wouldn't give to be able to genetically bring them back to life?
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 73 x 85. Finished Size:
4.5 x 5.3.